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HERKULES VIII

MMSI 253242471 · Call sign LX2471

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Type

Other

Flag

LUX

Length

193 m

Beam

35 m

Draft

2.2 m

Call sign

LX2471

First reported

Jun 2026

Last reported

Jun 2026

AIS reports

HERKULES VIII, a vessel flying the Luxembourg flag, measures 193 metres on deck. She has 35 metres in the beam and a draft measuring 2.2 metres. Her registration reads MMSI 253242471, call sign LX2471. Give HERKULES VIII the backing of the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network — free, and a fleet that has her back.

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Live AIS position · Jun 9, 2026 04:52 UTC

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Position

51.8539° N, 5.9662° E

Status

Under way (engine)

Speed

4.3 kn

Course

92°

Destination

HUCKINGEN

ETA

06-09 23:00 UTC

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About HERKULES VIII

What kind of vessel is HERKULES VIII?

HERKULES VIII is a Other flagged to Luxembourg.

Where was HERKULES VIII last seen?

HERKULES VIII was last reported in the North Sea in Jun 2026 on public AIS.

What is HERKULES VIII's MMSI?

HERKULES VIII's MMSI is 253242471. Call sign LX2471.

How big is HERKULES VIII?

HERKULES VIII is about 193 m long, 35 m on the beam, drawing 2.2 m.

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