HAPPY STAR (IMO 9661259)
HAPPY STAR is a Heavy Load Carrier built in 2014 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 12th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,062 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 18,374. This configuration is typical for specialized heavy lift and load carrier operations. HAPPY STAR is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies. The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 November 2025.
- Type: Heavy Load Carrier
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 2014
- MMSI: 246715000
- Call sign: PCCP
- Gross tonnage: 18374
- Deadweight: 18062 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2014
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/11/2025
- Registered owner: REDERIJ HAPPY STAR (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: BIGLIFT HOLDING BV (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: SPLIETHOFF'S BEVRACHTINGS BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 21°12.0′S · 149°21.0′E · Speed 0.1 kn · at anchor · received 19 October 2026 at 09:24 UTC
- Destination: Hay Point (AU HPT)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HAPPY STAR?
HAPPY STAR is a Heavy Load Carrier. It was built in 2014 and is currently in its 12th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HAPPY STAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 18,062 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 18,374.
Which classification society manages HAPPY STAR?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has HAPPY STAR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia and along the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 7 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 November 2025. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2014 and no detentions.
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