NEEDLES (IMO 8995201)
NEEDLES is a Motor Hopper built in 1979 and flying the United Kingdom flag, placing it in its 47th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 525 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 299, and a length overall of 44 metres. This small-scale hopper configuration is typically utilized for localized coastal cargo operations. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Motor Hopper
- Flag: United Kingdom
- Year built: 1979
- MMSI: 235031428
- Call sign: MKUQ6
- Gross tonnage: 299
- Deadweight: 525 t
- Length overall: 44 m
- Beam: 8 m
- Registered owner · Ship manager: JENKINS MARINE LTD (United Kingdom)
- Last AIS position: 50°21.0′N · 003°34.4′W · Speed 2.7 kn · under way · received 16 October 2026 at 09:40 UTC
- Destination: Dartmouth (GB DTM)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of NEEDLES?
NEEDLES is a Motor Hopper. It was built in 1979 and is currently in its 47th year of service.
What are the dimensions of NEEDLES?
The vessel has a length overall of 44 metres. It also features a beam of 8 metres.
What is the capacity of NEEDLES?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 525 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 299.
What is the PSC inspection history for NEEDLES?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What flag does NEEDLES fly?
The vessel currently flies the United Kingdom flag. It has operated under one former flag state previously in its history.
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