PRIME STAR (IMO 9612284)

PRIME 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 36,570 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 22,850. At this capacity, it is configured for regional bulk commodity transport. PRIME STAR is classed by Registro Italiano Navale, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and along the East Coast of South America. It has previously operated under two different names and two different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of PRIME STAR?

PRIME STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.

What are the dimensions and capacity of PRIME STAR?

The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 36,570 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 22,850. It features a beam of 28.6 metres.

Which classification society manages PRIME STAR?

The vessel is classed by Registro Italiano Navale. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).

Where has PRIME STAR been recently operating?

The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. It has also been recorded along the East Coast of South America.

What is the PSC inspection history for PRIME STAR?

Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 7 of them. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026. All-time records show 44 inspections since 2012 and no detentions.

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