ESPERANCE (IMO 9491484)
ESPERANCE is a Container Ship built in 2011 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 21,150 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 17,368, and a length overall of 168.09 metres. This size profile is typical for regional container transport operations. ESPERANCE is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under two former names and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 September 2026.
- Type: Container Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 255916591
- Call sign: CQ2840
- Gross tonnage: 17368
- Deadweight: 21150 t
- Length overall: 168.09 m
- Beam: 25.61 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 22 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/09/2026
- Registered owner: ESPERANCE BEWAARDER BV (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: JR SHIP MANAGEMENT BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 51°53.5′N · 003°30.8′E · Speed 0.0 kn · at anchor · received 16 October 2026 at 11:09 UTC
- Destination: Rotterdam (NL RTM)
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of ESPERANCE?
The vessel has a length overall of 168.09 metres and a beam of 25.61 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 10.5 metres.
What is the capacity of ESPERANCE?
The ship has a deadweight tonnage of 21,150 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 17,368.
Which classification society manages ESPERANCE?
The vessel is classed by DNV-GL (ex GL), which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
How many 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 23 September 2026. All-time records show 22 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has ESPERANCE been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in West Europe and North Europe. These regions represent its most recent recorded geographic areas of operation.
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