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Tug
APEX
MMSI 235053723 · Call sign MQVM8
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Tug
Flag
GBRLength
30 m
Beam
14 m
Draft
6.8 m
Call sign
MQVM8
IMO
9408035
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
85
APEX is a British 30-metre tugboat. APEX has a beam measuring 14 metres and a 6.8 m draft. Find her under MMSI 235053723, call sign MQVM8, IMO 9408035. APEX 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 03:57 UTC
Position
50.8333° N, 1.3176° W
Status
Under way (engine)
Speed
3.2 kn
Course
320°
Destination
GBFAW
ETA
07-27 00:00 UTC
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About APEX
What kind of vessel is APEX?
APEX is a Tug flagged to United Kingdom.
Where was APEX last seen?
APEX was last reported in the English Channel in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is APEX's MMSI?
APEX's MMSI is 235053723. Call sign MQVM8. IMO 9408035.
How big is APEX?
APEX is about 30 m long, 14 m on the beam, drawing 6.8 m.
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