The slave ship Nieuwe Hoop left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Suriname. About 254 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Nieuwe Hoop; flag: Netherlands; rig: Snauw; estimated standardized tonnage: 328. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Wilton, Jan; Investor: Middelburgsche Commercie Compagnie. The voyage began at Zeeland on 30 April 1770. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Lahou (Windward Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Suriname, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 4.0%. Recorded resistance: Insurrection planned, but thwarted. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.