HAPPY DOVER (IMO 9551959)
HAPPY DOVER is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011 and flying the Netherlands flag, placing it in its 15th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 18,074 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 14,784. This capacity is typical for general cargo operations across diverse trade routes. HAPPY DOVER is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in North America West Coast, East Asia, and South Asia over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 6 June 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Netherlands
- Year built: 2011
- MMSI: 246660000
- Call sign: PBXH
- Gross tonnage: 14784
- Deadweight: 18074 t
- Length overall: 157 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 46 since 2011
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 06/06/2026
- Registered owner: REDERIJ HAPPY DOVER (Netherlands)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: SPLIETHOFF'S BEVRACHTINGS BV (Netherlands)
- Last AIS position: 18°19.9′N · 064°57.2′W · Speed 14.3 kn · under way · received 9 October 2026 at 12:07 UTC
- Destination: ST THOMAS
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of HAPPY DOVER?
HAPPY DOVER is a General Cargo Ship built in 2011. It is currently in its 15th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for HAPPY DOVER?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 18,074 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 14,784.
Which classification society manages HAPPY DOVER?
The vessel is classed by Lloyd's Register, which is an IACS member. Its current classification status is listed as Delivered.
What is the PSC inspection history for this vessel?
Over the last 36 months it has had 11 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 10 of them. The most recent inspection was on 6 June 2026. All-time records show 46 inspections since 2011 and no detentions.
Where has HAPPY DOVER been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in several regions including North America West Coast and East Asia. It has also been noted in South Asia and South East Asia.
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