CHRISTOPHORUS (IMO 6809769)
CHRISTOPHORUS is a Hopper Dredger built in 1968 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 58th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,535 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 920. This vessel is configured for specialized dredging operations within European coastal waters. There is no recorded IACS membership for this vessel. It has been observed operating in West Europe and North Europe over recent periods. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2026.
- Type: Hopper Dredger
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 1968
- MMSI: 245121000
- Call sign: PDKQ
- Gross tonnage: 920
- Deadweight: 1535 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 20 since 2006
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 12/12/2011, La rochelle (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 30/07/2026
- Registered owner: CHRISTOPHORUS BV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: VAN DEN HERIK KUST EN (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 53°31.2′N · 014°38.0′E · Speed 3.6 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 5 October 2026 at 13:26 UTC
- Destination: Trzebiez (PL TBZ)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of CHRISTOPHORUS?
CHRISTOPHORUS is a Hopper Dredger. It was built in 1968 and is currently in its 58th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for CHRISTOPHORUS?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,535 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 920.
Which flag does the vessel currently fly?
The vessel flies the Netherlands flag. It has operated under one previous flag state during its history.
Where has CHRISTOPHORUS been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe. These regions represent its most recent geographic areas of operation.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 14 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 July 2026. All-time records show 20 inspections since 2006 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 12 December 2011.
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