STAR CHALLENGER (IMO 9632997)
STAR CHALLENGER 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 61,462 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 34,777. This size and type suggest it is configured for versatile dry bulk operations. STAR CHALLENGER is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, and the West Europe region over recent periods. It has previously operated under three different flag states and two former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 May 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Liberia
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 636025065
- Call sign: 5LVQ4
- Gross tonnage: 34777
- Deadweight: 61462 t
- Length overall: 200 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/05/2026
- Registered owner: CEDAR VALLEY SA (Japan)
- Ship manager: STARBULK SA (Greece)
- ISM manager: STAR BULK HELLAS INC (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 24°46.8′N · 067°22.3′E · Speed 8.4 kn · under way · received 23 September 2026 at 14:10 UTC
- Destination: Muhammad Bin Qasim/Karachi (PK BQM)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of STAR CHALLENGER?
STAR CHALLENGER is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for STAR CHALLENGER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 61,462 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 34,777.
Which classification society manages STAR CHALLENGER?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has STAR CHALLENGER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in South East Asia and Australia and New Zealand. It has also been noted in the West Europe and North America East Coast regions.
What is the port-state control record for STAR CHALLENGER?
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 5 May 2026. All-time records show 36 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
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