VICTOR HORTA (IMO 9525704)
VICTOR HORTA is a Hopper Dredger built in 2011 and flying the Belgium flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,198 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 5,666. This vessel is configured for specialized dredging operations within its size class. VICTOR HORTA is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 15 August 2026.
- Type: Hopper Dredger
- Flag: Belgium
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 205604000
- Call sign: ORQA
- Gross tonnage: 5666
- Deadweight: 8198 t
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 15 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 15/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager: DEME BUILDING MATERIALS NV (Belgium)
- ISM manager: DEME GROUP (Belgium)
- Last AIS position: 49°51.4′N · 000°5.8′E · Speed 9.1 kn · under way · received 10 October 2026 at 18:20 UTC
- Destination: Le Havre (FR LEH) · ETA 10 October 2026 at 20:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of VICTOR HORTA?
VICTOR HORTA is a Hopper Dredger. It was built in 2011 and is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for VICTOR HORTA?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 8,198 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 5,666.
Which classification society manages VICTOR HORTA?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a recognized member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 15 August 2026. All-time records show 15 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has VICTOR HORTA been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It currently operates under the Belgium flag.
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