ASTROL-8 (IMO 9927093)
ASTROL-8 is a General Cargo Ship built in 2021 and flying the Russia flag, placing it in its fifth year of service. The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 8,133 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 6,305, and a length overall of 141 metres. This size profile is typical for general cargo operations in regional coastal or short-sea trades.
ASTROL-8 is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. 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 30 September 2025.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Russia
- Year built: 2021
- MMSI: 273290460
- Call sign: UBHW9
- Gross tonnage: 6305
- Deadweight: 8133 t
- Length overall: 141 m
- Beam: 16.9 m
- Home port: Bolshoy port of St.-Petersburg
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 8 since 2022
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 30/09/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: SC ASTROL LLC (Russia)
- Last AIS position: 46°23.2′N · 048°4.4′E · Speed 3.1 kn
- Destination: To be nominated
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of ASTROL-8?
The vessel has a length overall of 141 metres and a beam of 16.9 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 4.7 metres.
What type of engine does ASTROL-8 use?
The ship is powered by two 6EY22AW main engines. These engines were constructed in Japan in 2020.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
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 30 September 2025. All-time records show 8 inspections since 2022 and no detentions.
What is the cargo capacity of ASTROL-8?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 8,133 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,305.
Which classification society manages ASTROL-8?
The vessel is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
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