ASTRO NEKKAR (IMO 9720304)
ASTRO NEKKAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016 and flying the Marshall Islands flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 63,008 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 35,884. This size class is typically utilized for regional dry bulk distribution and commodity transport. ASTRO NEKKAR is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and along the North America West Coast. It has previously operated under two former names and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 27 November 2025.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Marshall Islands
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 538006205
- Call sign: V7KT6
- Gross tonnage: 35884
- Deadweight: 63008 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 30 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 07/01/2021, Shanghai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 27/11/2025
- Registered owner: LEONTEUS LTD (Marshall Islands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ASTROBULK LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 16°46.7′S · 103°49.1′W · Speed 11.6 kn · under way · received 7 October 2026 at 11:10 UTC
- Destination: São Francisco do Sul (BR SFS) · ETA 24 October 2026 at 21:17 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ASTRO NEKKAR?
ASTRO NEKKAR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for ASTRO NEKKAR?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 63,008 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 35,884.
Which classification society manages ASTRO NEKKAR?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ASTRO NEKKAR been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in East Asia, South East Asia, and the North America West Coast. These regions represent its most recent geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for ASTRO NEKKAR?
Over the last 36 months it has had 6 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 10 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 27 November 2025. All-time records show 30 inspections since 2016 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 7 January 2021.
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