SCHELDT RIVER (IMO 9778143)
SCHELDT RIVER is a Hopper Dredger built in 2017 and flying the Belgium flag, placing it in its ninth year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 8,979 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 9,459. This vessel is configured for specialized dredging operations. SCHELDT RIVER 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 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 23 October 2025.
- Type: Hopper Dredger
- Flag: Belgium
- Year built: 2017
- MMSI: 205708000
- Call sign: ORSB
- Gross tonnage: 9459
- Deadweight: 8979 t
- Length overall: 116 m
- Beam: 26 m
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 7 since 2018
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 23/10/2025
- Registered owner · Ship manager: DEME DREDGING NV (Belgium)
- ISM manager: DEME GROUP (Belgium)
- Last AIS position: 51°25.1′N · 003°57.7′E · Speed 10.6 kn · restricted in ability to manoeuvre · received 15 October 2026 at 11:57 UTC
- Destination: DREDGING OPS
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of SCHELDT RIVER?
SCHELDT RIVER is a Hopper Dredger. It was built in 2017 and is currently in its ninth year of service.
What are the tonnage specifications for SCHELDT RIVER?
The vessel has a gross tonnage of 9,459. Its deadweight tonnage is recorded at 8,979 metric tonnes.
Which classification society maintains SCHELDT RIVER?
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 1 port state control (PSC) inspection and no detentions, with no deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 23 October 2025. All-time records show 7 inspections since 2018 and no detentions.
Where has SCHELDT RIVER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the West Europe region. It currently flies the Belgium flag.
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