MARIETJE HESTER (IMO 9279032)
MARIETJE HESTER is a General Cargo Ship built in 2005 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 3,700 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 2,409. This size and type suggest its utility in regional cargo transport and short-sea shipping operations. MARIETJE HESTER is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in North Europe and West Europe over recent periods. It has operated under one former flag and has been registered under three former names. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 26 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 244482000
- Call sign: PHDB
- Gross tonnage: 2409
- Deadweight: 3700 t
- Length overall: 83 m
- Beam: 13 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 29 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC detention: 09/01/2006, Rouen (Paris MoU)
- Last PSC inspection: 26/08/2026
- Registered owner: DANSER HJ (Netherlands)
- Ship manager: WAGENBORG SHIPPING BV (Netherlands)
- ISM manager: DANSER VAN GENT MA CV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 53°56.8′N · 008°37.9′E · Speed 7.4 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 20:21 UTC
- Destination: Brahestad (Raahe) (FI RAA) · ETA 20 October 2026 at 06:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of MARIETJE HESTER?
MARIETJE HESTER is a General Cargo Ship built in 2005. It is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the capacity specifications for this vessel?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 3,700 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 2,409.
Which classification society maintains MARIETJE HESTER?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has the vessel been recently observed?
Recent data shows the vessel operating in North Europe and West Europe. These regions represent its primary recent geographic areas of activity.
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 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 26 August 2026. All-time records show 29 inspections since 2005 and 2 detentions. The most recent detention was on 9 January 2006.
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