HANCHER (IMO 9308338)
HANCHER is a Motor Hopper built in 2023 and flying the Turkey flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 1,200 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 820. This vessel is configured for hopper-style operations within its specific capacity class. HANCHER is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping, which is not an IACS member. The vessel has been observed operating in the Mediterranean Sea. It has previously been registered under two different names and has operated under two different flag states. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Motor Hopper
- Flag: Turkey
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 271052125
- Call sign: TCA7957
- Gross tonnage: 820
- Deadweight: 1200 t
- Length overall: 60 m
- Beam: 14 m
- Registered owner · Ship manager: DENAR DENIZ ARASTIRMALARI AS (Turkey)
- Last AIS position: 40°58.6′N · 029°1.9′E · Speed 0.0 kn · under way · received 17 October 2026 at 13:32 UTC
- Destination: Istanbul (IST) (TR IST)
Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of HANCHER?
HANCHER is a Motor Hopper. It was built in 2023 and is currently in its third year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HANCHER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 1,200 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 820.
Where has HANCHER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Mediterranean Sea. This is the primary geographic area noted in recent maritime data.
What is the classification status of HANCHER?
HANCHER is classed by the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping. The current status of this classification is listed as Withdrawn.
How many inspections has HANCHER undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
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