HERCULES (IMO 8971774)
HERCULES is a Deck Cargo Ship built in 1980 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 46th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 172 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 143. Given its small displacement and specific type, it is configured for specialized deck cargo operations. The vessel has been observed in West Europe and West Africa over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 3 inspections are on file since 2011, the most recent on 9 August 2012.
- Type: Deck Cargo Ship
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 1980
- MMSI: 244041000
- Call sign: PCXQ
- Gross tonnage: 143
- Deadweight: 172 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 3 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 21/01/2011, Cartagena (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 09/08/2012
- Registered owner · Ship manager: KAPITEIN MATERIEEL BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 51°54.3′N · 004°29.4′E · Speed 0.0 kn · moored · received 10 October 2026 at 19:38 UTC
- Destination: Rotterdam (NL RTM)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HERCULES?
HERCULES is a Deck Cargo Ship. It was built in 1980 and is currently in its 46th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HERCULES?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 172 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 143.
Which flag does HERCULES currently fly?
The vessel currently flies the Netherlands flag. Its history shows it has operated under 2 different flags previously.
Where has HERCULES been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and West Africa. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic activity.
What is the PSC inspection history for HERCULES?
No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 3 inspections are on file since 2011, the most recent on 9 August 2012.
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