GASTONE (IMO 9643295)
GASTONE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 14th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 81,521, a gross tonnage of 43,673, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations. GASTONE is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South Africa, and the East Coast of South America over recent periods. It has operated under four former flags and three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 5 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2012
- MMSI: 538007418
- Call sign: V7JK5
- Gross tonnage: 43673
- Deadweight: 81521 t
- Length overall: 229 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 34 since 2013
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 05/09/2026
- Registered owner: GASTONE BULK AS (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: EMPIRE BULKERS LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 6°45.3′S · 112°54.1′E · Speed 6.3 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 07:44 UTC
- Destination: Surabaya (ID SUB) · ETA 11 October 2026 at 10:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of GASTONE?
GASTONE is a Bulk Carrier built in 2012. It is currently in its 14th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for GASTONE?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 81,521 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 43,673.
Which classification society manages GASTONE?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has GASTONE been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Singapore Strait and near South Africa. It has also been recorded along the East Coast of South America.
What is the port-state control record for GASTONE?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 5 September 2026. All-time records show 34 inspections since 2013 and no detentions.
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