The slave ship Rio Nova began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Jamaica.

Vessel: Rio Nova; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 346. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Deffell, John; Captain: Appleby, Arthur; Investor: Appleby, Arthur; Captain: Tuning. The voyage began at London on 6 January 1803. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Gold Coast, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Montego Bay. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.