ERNST OLDENDORFF (IMO 9702637)
ERNST OLDENDORFF is a General Cargo Ship built in 2015 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its 11th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 38,330 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 25,431. This capacity is typical for general cargo vessels engaged in regional or mid-range logistics. ERNST OLDENDORFF is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait, South Africa, and East Africa/South East Asia. It has previously operated under one former name and three different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026.
- Type: General Cargo Ship
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2015
- MMSI: 255616000
- Call sign: CQAU
- Gross tonnage: 25431
- Deadweight: 38330 t
- Length overall: 180 m
- Beam: 30 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 35 since 2015
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 24/08/2026
- Registered owner · Ship manager · ISM manager: OLDENDORFF CARRIERS GMBH & CO (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 14°20.5′S · 000°55.4′E · Speed 11.8 kn · under way · received 15 October 2026 at 06:52 UTC
- Destination: Durban (ZA DUR) · ETA 23 October 2026 at 17:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and age of ERNST OLDENDORFF?
ERNST OLDENDORFF is a General Cargo Ship. It was built in 2015 and is currently in its 11th year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for ERNST OLDENDORFF?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 38,330 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 25,431.
Which classification society maintains ERNST OLDENDORFF?
The vessel is classed by the American Bureau of Shipping. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has ERNST OLDENDORFF been recently observed?
The vessel has been observed in the Singapore Strait and South Africa. It has also been recorded in the East Africa and South East Asia regions.
What is the port-state control record for ERNST OLDENDORFF?
Over the last 36 months it has had 8 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions; the deficiency count is reported for 6 of them. The most recent inspection was on 24 August 2026. All-time records show 35 inspections since 2015 and no detentions.
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