VSM STAR (IMO 9621728)
VSM STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011 and flying the Panama flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,229 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,092, and a length overall of 113 metres. This size profile is typical for regional bulk transport operations. VSM STAR is classed by China Classification Society, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait, and East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different names and three different flags. Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 8 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Panama
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 352005805
- Call sign: 3E8996
- Gross tonnage: 5092
- Deadweight: 7229 t
- Length overall: 113 m
- Beam: 17 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 76 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 05/03/2016, Tanjung priok (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 08/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: VSM MARINE JSC (Vietnam)
- Last AIS position: 10°39.3′N · 107°1.1′E · Speed 9.0 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 10:16 UTC
- Destination: Dong Nai (VN DNA)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of VSM STAR?
VSM STAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the dimensions of VSM STAR?
The vessel has a length overall of 113 metres and a beam of 17 metres. It possesses a gross tonnage of 5,092.
Which classification society is responsible for VSM STAR?
The vessel is classed by China Classification Society. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has VSM STAR been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in South East Asia and East Asia. It has also been recorded transiting the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait.
What is the PSC inspection history for VSM STAR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 18 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 46 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 8 August 2026. All-time records show 76 inspections since 2011 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 5 March 2016.
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