RUYTER (IMO 9085467)
RUYTER is a Hopper Dredger built in 1994 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 32nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 2,800 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 1,455. Given its configuration, it is designed for specialized dredging operations. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 16 May 2026.
- Type: Hopper Dredger
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 1994
- MMSI: 245231000
- Call sign: PGZJ
- Gross tonnage: 1455
- Deadweight: 2800 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 19 since 1999
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 16/05/2026
- Registered owner: NOORDZEE ZAND BV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: TERNEUZEN BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 51°26.5′N · 003°35.9′E · Speed 0.0 kn · under way · received 13 October 2026 at 16:29 UTC
- Destination: Vlissingen (NL VLI)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of RUYTER?
RUYTER is a Hopper Dredger. It was built in 1994 and is currently in its 32nd year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for RUYTER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 2,800 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 1,455.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Netherlands flag. It has operated under one different flag state previously in its history.
How many inspections has RUYTER undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with 6 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 16 May 2026. All-time records show 19 inspections since 1999 and no detentions.
Where has RUYTER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent maritime observations.
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