CHRISTIAN ESSBERGER (IMO 9212498)
CHRISTIAN ESSBERGER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2000 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 26th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 4,705 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 3,557, and a length overall of 99.93 metres. This size and configuration are typical for specialized chemical and oil product transport in regional waters. CHRISTIAN ESSBERGER is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North Europe, West Europe, and throughout the North Sea region over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2000
- MMSI: 255805753
- Call sign: CQCC
- Gross tonnage: 3557
- Deadweight: 4705 t
- Length overall: 99.93 m
- Beam: 15.4 m
- Home port: Madeira
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 2001
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 22/09/2026
- Registered owner: STR SUDSEE TANK (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: JOHN T ESSBERGER GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 52°55.4′N · 004°16.7′E · Speed 10.2 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 20:45 UTC
- Destination: Bützfleth (DE BUZ) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of CHRISTIAN ESSBERGER?
CHRISTIAN ESSBERGER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It has a deadweight tonnage of 4,705 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 3,557.
Who built the CHRISTIAN ESSBERGER and when?
The vessel was built in 2000 by J.J. Sietas KG Schiffswerft GmbH & Co. It is currently in its 26th year of service.
What are the dimensions of this tanker?
The vessel has a length overall of 99.93 metres and a beam of 15.4 metres. Its maximum recorded draught is 6.588 metres.
What is the classification of CHRISTIAN ESSBERGER?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its notations include Chemical tanker Type 2 and Oil tanker E3(H).
How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?
Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 3 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 22 September 2026. All-time records show 36 inspections since 2001 and no detentions.
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