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Dredging
BD VIII
MMSI 211767320 · Call sign DC6510
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Dredging
Flag
DEULength
25 m
Beam
9 m
Draft
0.9 m
Call sign
DC6510
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
56
BD VIII is a German utility boat — 25 metres overall. She carries a beam of 9 m and a 0.9-metre draft. Her papers read MMSI 211767320, call sign DC6510. BD VIII belongs on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network, a free safety net shared by boats the world over.
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Live AIS position · Jun 9, 2026 12:21 UTC
Position
49.1754° N, 9.2155° E
Status
Under way (engine)
Speed
0.3 kn
Course
348°
Destination
KOCHENDORF>
ETA
04-23 07:00 UTC
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About BD VIII
What kind of vessel is BD VIII?
BD VIII is a Dredging flagged to Germany.
Where was BD VIII last seen?
BD VIII was last reported in around 49°N 9°E in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is BD VIII's MMSI?
BD VIII's MMSI is 211767320. Call sign DC6510.
How big is BD VIII?
BD VIII is about 25 m long, 9 m on the beam, drawing 0.9 m.
Is BD VIII on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
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