AD ASTRA (IMO 9696400)
AD ASTRA is a Bulk Carrier built in 2015 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 81,161 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 44,074, and a length overall of 228.994 metres. This size and specification are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk trades.
AD ASTRA is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in Australia and New Zealand, East Asia, and South East Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 13 October 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 538006097
- Call sign: V7JS6
- Gross tonnage: 44074
- Deadweight: 81161 t
- Length overall: 228.994 m
- Beam: 32.251 m
- Home port: MAJURO
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 27 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 13/10/2025
- Registered owner: NEW DRAGON SHIPPING CORP (Monaco)
- Ship manager · ISM manager · DOC holder: TRANSOCEAN MARITIME AGENCIES (Monaco)
- Last AIS position: 36°3.0′N · 123°55.8′E · Speed 11.2 kn
- Destination: Kisarazu (JP KZU) · ETA 2026-10-12T17:39:00.000Z
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of AD ASTRA?
The vessel has a length overall of 228.994 metres and a beam of 32.251 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 14.45 metres.
What is the capacity of AD ASTRA?
The bulk carrier has a deadweight tonnage of 81,161 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 44,074.
Which classification society manages AD ASTRA?
AD ASTRA is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel's current class status is listed as Delivered.
Where has AD ASTRA been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in East Asia, South East Asia, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its recent geographic trading footprint.
What is the PSC inspection history for AD ASTRA?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 3 of them. The most recent inspection was on 13 October 2025. All-time records show 27 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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