JOHN T. ESSBERGER (IMO 9939797)
JOHN T. ESSBERGER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker built in 2023 and flying the Portugal (MAR) flag, placing it in its third year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 7,134 metric tonnes, a gross tonnage of 6,377, and a length overall of 119.9 metres. This vessel is configured for specialized liquid cargo transport. JOHN T. ESSBERGER is classed by DNV, which is a member of the International Association of Classification Societies (IACS). The vessel has been observed in West Europe, North Europe, and North Europe, West Europe over recent periods. It has previously operated under one former name and two former flag states. Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions. The most recent inspection was on 4 November 2025.
- Type: Chemical/Oil Products Tanker
- Flag: Portugal (MAR)
- Year built: 2023
- MMSI: 255891000
- Call sign: CQWX
- Gross tonnage: 6377
- Deadweight: 7134 t
- Length overall: 119.9 m
- Beam: 18 m
- Home port: MADEIRA
- Port State Control (PSC) inspections: 4 since 2023
- PSC detentions in the last 36 months: 0
- Last PSC inspection: 04/11/2025
- Registered owner: JOHN T ESSBERGER TANKREEDEREI (Germany)
- Ship manager · ISM manager: JOHN T ESSBERGER GMBH (Germany)
- Last AIS position: 50°7.3′N · 003°6.5′W · Speed 12.8 kn · under way · received 19 October 2026 at 17:58 UTC
- Destination: La Rochelle (FR LRH) · ETA 21 October 2026 at 08:00 UTC (as broadcast by the vessel)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type and build year of JOHN T. ESSBERGER?
JOHN T. ESSBERGER is a Chemical/Oil Products Tanker. It was built in 2023 and is currently in its third year of service.
What are the dimensions of JOHN T. ESSBERGER?
The vessel has a length overall of 119.9 metres and a beam of 18 metres. It operates with a maximum draught of 6.5 metres.
Which classification society maintains JOHN T. ESSBERGER?
The vessel is classed by DNV, which is an IACS member. Its current class status is listed as Delivered.
What is the cargo capacity of this tanker?
The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 7,134 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 6,377.
How many inspections has the vessel undergone?
Over the last 36 months it has had 4 port state control (PSC) inspections and no detentions, with 16 deficiencies recorded. The most recent inspection was on 4 November 2025. All-time records show 4 inspections since 2023 and no detentions.
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