WILHELMINE ESSBERGER (IMO 9295440)
WILHELMINE ESSBERGER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2005 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 21st year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,631 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 5,815, and a length overall of 115 metres. This size profile is typical for specialized tanker operations in regional coastal and short-sea trades. WILHELMINE ESSBERGER is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe, the Mediterranean Sea, and North Europe over recent periods. It has operated under 8 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 10 August 2026.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2005
- MMSI: 255916284
- Call sign: CQ2713
- Gross tonnage: 5815
- Deadweight: 8631 t
- Length overall: 115 m
- Beam: 18.8 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 26 since 2005
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 10/08/2026
- Registered owner: WILHELMINE ESSBERGER TANK (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: JOHN T ESSBERGER GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 43°27.5′N · 005°8.7′E · Speed 0.1 kn · under way · received 19 October 2026 at 15:00 UTC
- Destination: Berre-l'Étang (FR ETB)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of WILHELMINE ESSBERGER?
WILHELMINE ESSBERGER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2005 and is currently in its 21st year of service.
What are the dimensions of the vessel?
The vessel has a length overall of 115 metres and a beam of 18.8 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 7.4 metres.
Which classification society maintains WILHELMINE ESSBERGER?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class notation includes Chemical tanker Type 2 and Oil tanker ESP.
What is the deadweight capacity of this tanker?
The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,631 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,815.
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 8 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 10 August 2026. All-time records show 26 inspections since 2005 and no detentions.
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