PETER WESSELS (IMO 9769867)
PETER WESSELS is a Tug built in 2020 and flying the Germany flag, placing it in its sixth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 160 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 294. This small-scale vessel is configured for specialized towing and assistance operations. PETER WESSELS is classed by Bureau Veritas, which is an IACS member. The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two different flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 2 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 20 May 2026.
- Type: Tug
- Flag: Germany
- Year built: 2020
- MMSI: 211370530
- Call sign: DMEM
- Gross tonnage: 294
- Deadweight: 160 t
- Length overall: 28 m
- Beam: 10 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 2 since 2025
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 20/05/2026
- Registered owner: LOUIS MEYER NEUE SCHLEPPDAMPF (Germany)
- Ship manager: EMDER SCHLEPP-BETRIEB GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 53°19.4′N · 007°1.0′E · Speed 8.7 kn · under way · received 12 October 2026 at 18:06 UTC
- Destination: Emden (DE EME)
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Frequently asked questions
What type of vessel is PETER WESSELS?
PETER WESSELS is a Tug. It was built in 2020 and is currently in its sixth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for PETER WESSELS?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 294. It also reports a deadweight tonnage of 160 metric tonnes.
Which classification society manages PETER WESSELS?
The vessel is classed by Bureau Veritas. This society is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS).
Where has PETER WESSELS been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. This is the primary geographic area recorded in its recent movement data.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
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 20 May 2026. All-time records show 2 inspections since 2025 and no detentions.
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