SPAR CASTOR (IMO 9719666)
SPAR CASTOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2018 and flying the Norway (NIS) flag, placing it in its 8th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 63,270 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 35,884, and a length overall of 199 metres. This size and specification are typical for bulk carriers engaged in regional and international dry bulk transport. SPAR CASTOR is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, Singapore Strait, South East Asia, and along the coasts of East, South, and West Africa. It has been registered under three former names and has operated under two previous flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 August 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Norway (NIS)
- Year built: 2018
- MMSI: 258151000
- Call sign: LAUF8
- Gross tonnage: 35884
- Deadweight: 63270 t
- Length overall: 199 m
- Beam: 32 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 22 since 2019
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SPAR SHIPPING AS (Norway)
- ISM manager: SPAR-SYNERGY SHIP MANAGEMENT (India)
- Last AIS position: 50°30.0′S · 058°28.9′W · Speed 11.4 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 06:45 UTC
- Destination: Mundra (IN MUN) · ETA 6 November 2026 at 13:21 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of SPAR CASTOR?
SPAR CASTOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2018. It is currently in its 8th year of service.
What are the dimensions of SPAR CASTOR?
The vessel has a length overall of 199 metres and a beam of 32 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 63,270 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains SPAR CASTOR?
The vessel is classed by Nippon Kaiji Kyokai. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has SPAR CASTOR been recently observed?
The vessel has been active in the Malacca Strait and Singapore Strait. It has also been observed in South East Asia and along the coasts of East, South, and West Africa.
What is the PSC inspection history for SPAR CASTOR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 August 2026. All-time records show 22 inspections since 2019 and no detentions.
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