ENCOUNTER (IMO 9255775)
ENCOUNTER is a Container Ship built in 2004 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 9,335 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 7,642, and a length overall of 135 metres. This size profile is typical for regional container feeder operations. The vessel is not listed as an IACS member. It has been observed in the West Europe region over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag state. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 21 May 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 245078000
- Call sign: PHAO
- Gross tonnage: 7642
- Deadweight: 9335 t
- Length overall: 135 m
- Beam: 21 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 36 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 21/05/2026
- Registered owner: ENCOUNTER BEWAARDER BV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: JR SHIP MANAGEMENT BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 54°22.3′N · 010°5.6′E · Speed 6.8 kn · under way · received 11 October 2026 at 17:59 UTC
- Destination: Szczecin (PL SZZ) · ETA 12 October 2026 at 12:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ENCOUNTER?
ENCOUNTER is a container ship built in 2004. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of ENCOUNTER?
The vessel has a length overall of 135 metres and a beam of 21 metres. It carries a deadweight tonnage of 9,335 metric tonnes.
Which flag does the vessel fly?
The vessel currently flies the Netherlands flag. It has operated under one previous flag state during its history.
How many PSC inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 12 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 21 May 2026. All-time records show 36 inspections since 2004 and no detentions.
Where has ENCOUNTER been observed recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It is currently assigned to the white band for the Paris MoU.
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