The slave ship Nieuwe Hoop left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Sint Eustatius. About 290 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Nieuwe Hoop; flag: Netherlands; rig: Snauw; estimated standardized tonnage: 373.9. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Goodwill, Robert; Investor: Middelburgsche Commercie Compagnie. The voyage began at Zeeland on 5 March 1779. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Mount (Cape Grand Mount) (Windward Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: St Eustatius. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 2.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.