Eastern Star
Ship Number
1438
Vessel Type
Cargo Ship
Built
Belfast
Slip Number
6
Launch Date
August 2, 1951
Delivered
December 20, 1951
Owner
Australia China Line Ltd
Weight
6523 grt
BP Length
435 feet
Breadth
59-9 feet
No. of Screws
Single
Speed (approx)
15 knots
Propulsion
Double Reduction Geared Turbines
Official No.
185522
Registered
Belfast
Fate
-
Eastern Star

The vessel had five holds, three forward of the engine room and two aft. Nos. 2 and 3 holds lower tween decks were arranged for the carriage of "refrigerated cargo in eight chambers, four in each hold.
 
The Eastern Star became a constructive total loss as a result of a fire which broke out on board between 1900-1915 hours on 20th July, 1969. The fire occurred during the  removal of the refrigeration installation in No. 2 and No. 3 hold in the Lower Tween Deck.
 
1969 sold to Jebshun Shipping Co., Hong Kong renamed Precious Diamond.