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Tug
VB SAMBA
MMSI 205113000 · Call sign ORTL
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Tug
Flag
BELLength
32 m
Beam
13 m
Draft
5.9 m
Call sign
ORTL
IMO
9809954
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
85
On the Belgian registry, VB SAMBA is a 32-metre working tug. She carries 13 metres in the beam and a 5.9-metre draft. She broadcasts as MMSI 205113000, call sign ORTL, IMO 9809954. Bring VB SAMBA aboard the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network — free, and every captain on it has the others' backs.
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Live AIS position · Jun 9, 2026 11:14 UTC
Position
51.3220° N, 3.2026° E
Speed
0.0 kn
Course
48°
Destination
PORT OPERATIONS
ETA
01-21 07:00 UTC
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About VB SAMBA
What kind of vessel is VB SAMBA?
VB SAMBA is a Tug flagged to Belgium.
Where was VB SAMBA last seen?
VB SAMBA was last reported in the North Sea in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is VB SAMBA's MMSI?
VB SAMBA's MMSI is 205113000. Call sign ORTL. IMO 9809954.
How big is VB SAMBA?
VB SAMBA is about 32 m long, 13 m on the beam, drawing 5.9 m.
Is VB SAMBA on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
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