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Tug
VB BERNE
MMSI 211318180 · Call sign DDOB
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Tug
Flag
DEULength
28 m
Beam
8 m
Draft
4.5 m
Call sign
DDOB
IMO
8500422
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
87
VB BERNE flies the German flag — a 28-metre tugboat. She carries 8 metres in the beam and a 4.5 m draft. She's listed under MMSI 211318180, call sign DDOB, IMO 8500422. VB BERNE is invited to the free Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network, where cruisers keep each other safe.
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Live AIS position · Jun 9, 2026 09:32 UTC
Position
53.5246° N, 8.1478° E
Status
Under way (engine)
Speed
0.0 kn
Course
321°
Destination
WILHELMSHAVEN
ETA
01-13 13:00 UTC
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About VB BERNE
What kind of vessel is VB BERNE?
VB BERNE is a Tug flagged to Germany.
Where was VB BERNE last seen?
VB BERNE was last reported in the North Sea in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is VB BERNE's MMSI?
VB BERNE's MMSI is 211318180. Call sign DDOB. IMO 8500422.
How big is VB BERNE?
VB BERNE is about 28 m long, 8 m on the beam, drawing 4.5 m.
Is VB BERNE on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
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