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Research Vessel

STEPPING STONES

U.S. Official No. 1035514

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Type

Research Vessel

Flag

USA

Length

10.5 m

Beam

4 m

Draft

1.5 m

First reported

Jun 2026

AIS reports

STEPPING STONES, an American craft, measures 10.5 metres on deck. She's built with a 4-metre beam and a 1.5-metre draft. She's on record as U.S. official number 1035514. STEPPING STONES is welcome on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network — a free, community-run watch where boats look out for one another.

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Distress Mesh

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About STEPPING STONES

What kind of vessel is STEPPING STONES?

STEPPING STONES is a Research Vessel flagged to United States of America.

What is STEPPING STONES's U.S. Official No.?

STEPPING STONES's U.S. Official No. is 1035514.

How big is STEPPING STONES?

STEPPING STONES is about 10.5 m long, 4 m on the beam, drawing 1.5 m.

Is STEPPING STONES on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?

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