LV STAR (IMO 9553218)
LV STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Liberia flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 79,252 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 43,692, and a length overall of 229 metres. This size and configuration are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional or global dry bulk commodity transport. LV STAR is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, South Asia, and the South America East Coast and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under four different names and five different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention. The most recent inspection was on 10 October 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636024649
- Call sign: 5LTQ6
- Gross tonnage: 43692
- Deadweight: 79252 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 44 since 2012
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 1
- Last PSC detention: 24/08/2025, Cuxhaven (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 10/10/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: ZHEJIANG SEAPORT NO 6 TIANJIN (China)
- ISM manager: SEACON SHIP MANAGEMENT QINGDAO (China)
- Last AIS position: 34°43.0′S · 057°51.7′W · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 00:37 UTC
- Destination: Buenos Aires (AR BUE)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of LV STAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 229 metres. It also features a beam width of 32 metres.
What is the cargo capacity of LV STAR?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 79,252 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 43,692.
Which classification society is associated with LV STAR?
LV STAR is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The current class status for the vessel is listed as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 14 port state control (PSC) inspections and 1 detention, with 62 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 October 2026. All-time records show 44 inspections since 2012 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 24 August 2025.
What is the flag history of LV STAR?
The vessel currently flies the Liberian flag. Throughout its service history, it has operated under 5 different flag states.
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