ELLEN ESSBERGER (IMO 9272747)
ELLEN ESSBERGER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2004 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 22nd year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,571 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,955, and a length overall of 118 metres. This size profile is typical for specialized product tankers operating in regional coastal or short-sea trades. ELLEN ESSBERGER is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under 7 different flags and has been known by 3 former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 3 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 30 March 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2004
- MMSI: 255805340
- Call sign: CQLS
- Gross tonnage: 5955
- Deadweight: 8571 t
- Length overall: 118 m
- Beam: 18.8 m
- Home port: Madeira
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 31 since 2004
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 02/09/2011, Huelva (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 30/03/2026
- Registered owner: ELLEN ESSBERGER TANKREEDEREI (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: JOHN T ESSBERGER GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 50°17.0′N · 001°14.5′W · Speed 14.4 kn · under way · received 14 October 2026 at 14:38 UTC
- Destination: Algeciras (ES ALG) · ETA 18 October 2026 at 16:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and capacity of ELLEN ESSBERGER?
ELLEN ESSBERGER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It has a deadweight tonnage of 8,571 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,955.
Who built the ELLEN ESSBERGER and when?
The vessel was built in 2004 by Sasaki Zosen K.K. It is currently in its 22nd year of service.
What are the dimensions of this tanker?
The vessel has a length overall of 118 metres and a beam of 18.8 metres. Its maximum recorded draught is 7.35 metres.
What is the classification of ELLEN ESSBERGER?
The vessel is classed by DNV, an IACS member. Its specific class notations include Chemical tanker Type 2, Oil tanker, and ESP.
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 2 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 30 March 2026. All-time records show 31 inspections since 2004 and 1 detention. The most recent detention was on 2 September 2011.
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