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Freight Barge

BOBBY

U.S. Official No. 1000163

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Type

Freight Barge

Flag

USA

Length

35.1 m

Beam

13.7 m

Draft

2.1 m

First reported

Jun 2026

AIS reports

BOBBY flies the American flag — a 35.1-metre freight barge. Her hull carries a beam of 13.7 m and a draft measuring 2.1 metres. Find her under U.S. official number 1000163. BOBBY belongs on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network, a free safety net shared by boats the world over.

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Distress Mesh

Mayday & Pan-Pan that ripple out to nearby cruisers — a watch network that has your back.

Worldwide Charts

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Anchor Watch

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Onboard Cameras

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Hail Any Captain

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About BOBBY

What kind of vessel is BOBBY?

BOBBY is a Freight Barge flagged to United States of America.

What is BOBBY's U.S. Official No.?

BOBBY's U.S. Official No. is 1000163.

How big is BOBBY?

BOBBY is about 35.1 m long, 13.7 m on the beam, drawing 2.1 m.

Is BOBBY on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?

Not yet. If BOBBY is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).