BLUE STAR (IMO 9543304)
BLUE STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010 and flying the Vietnam flag, placing it in its 16th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 22,704 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,851. This size and type suggest it is configured for regional bulk cargo operations. BLUE STAR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 July 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Vietnam
- Year built: 2010
- MMSI: 574862000
- Call sign: 3WZR
- Gross tonnage: 14851
- Deadweight: 22704 t
- Length overall: 153 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 61 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 18/08/2023, Shanghai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 06/07/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: VOSCO (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 1°39.9′S · 122°30.1′E · Speed 5.7 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 23:11 UTC
- Destination: BAHODOPI · ETA 11 October 2026 at 08:37 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
BLUE STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
BLUE STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2010. It is currently in its 16th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for BLUE STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 22,704 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,851.
Which classification society maintains BLUE STAR?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 29 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 6 July 2026. All-time records show 61 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 18 August 2023.
Where has BLUE STAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed operating in East Asia and South East Asia. These regions represent its primary recent geographic activity.
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