ASTRO CASTOR (IMO 9767314)
ASTRO CASTOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016 and flying the Bahamas flag, placing it in its 10th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 37,347, a gross tonnage of 23,682, and no length overall is specified. This vessel is configured for bulk cargo operations within its specific tonnage class. ASTRO CASTOR is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the Malacca Strait, South China Sea, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. It has previously operated under one former flag and has been registered under three different names. Over the last 36 months it has had 21 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 29 September 2026.
- Type: Bulk Carrier
- Flag: Bahamas
- Year built: 2016
- MMSI: 311000485
- Call sign: C6CI9
- Gross tonnage: 23682
- Deadweight: 37347 t
- Length overall: 181 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Home port: NASSAU - 7000881
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2016
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 19/09/2022, Shanghai (Tokyo MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 29/09/2026
- Registered owner: ALONDRA SHIPPING CO (Greece)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: ASTROBULK LTD (Greece)
- Last AIS position: 23°9.0′S · 044°29.1′W · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 11 October 2026 at 14:51 UTC
- Destination: Angra dos Reis (BR ADR)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ASTRO CASTOR?
ASTRO CASTOR is a Bulk Carrier built in 2016. It is currently in its 10th year of service.
What are the engine specifications for ASTRO CASTOR?
The vessel is equipped with a main engine rated at 6,050 kW. This power rating supports its operations as a bulk carrier.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 21 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 38 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 29 September 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2016 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 19 September 2022.
Which classification society manages ASTRO CASTOR?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is recorded as Suspended.
Where has ASTRO CASTOR been recently observed?
The vessel has been seen in the Malacca Strait, the South China Sea, and the Australia and New Zealand regions. These areas represent its recent operational geography.
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