The slave ship Nieuwe Hoop left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Suriname. About 259 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Nieuwe Hoop; flag: Netherlands; rig: Snauw; estimated standardized tonnage: 328. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Bouque, Jacob; Investor: Middelburgsche Commercie Compagnie. The voyage began at Zeeland on 27 August 1768. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Lahou (Windward Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Suriname, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 3.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.