The Scheldegracht that will set sail this Monday with various luxury ships from the port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Gran Canaria, is a magnificent cargo vessel flying the flag of the Netherlands. Constructed in the year 2000, this ship boasts a gross tonnage of 16,639 tons and a deadweight of 21,446 tons.
This impressive vessel has been operating on various international routes. Prior to docking at the port of Chicharrero, it has made port calls in locations such as Kingston, Jamaica; Jacksonville, United States; and Gdynia, Poland, as reported by VesselTracker.
The Versatile Nature of the Ship
The Scheldegracht serves as a multi-purpose cargo ship primarily engaged in transporting diverse goods across global routes.
Container Shipping: With a capacity of 1127 TEU, the Scheldegracht can accommodate a significant number of standard 20-foot containers, facilitating the transport of manufactured goods, food products, electronics, and more between various ports worldwide.
Bulk Cargo and General Merchandise: Operating as a general cargo vessel, it is capable of carrying a wide array of goods, including bulk commodities like minerals, grains, and other raw materials, as well as general merchandise encompassing machinery, vehicles, and industrial products.
Regular Liner Services: The Scheldegracht operates under Spliethoff’s Bevrachtings BV, providing scheduled liner services connecting multiple ports across different continents, ensuring reliable and timely transportation of goods.
Global Routes: This ship frequently traverses crucial international routes, linking ports in Europe, North America, and South America, among others. It plays a significant role in the global logistics chain, facilitating trade between continents.
