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Cargo
BBC RIO
MMSI 304948000 · Call sign V2HO8
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Cargo
Flag
ATGLength
162 m
Beam
25 m
Draft
7 m
Call sign
V2HO8
IMO
9430222
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
30
On the Antiguan registry, BBC RIO is a 162-metre general cargo ship. She has a 25-metre beam and a draft measuring 7 metres. Officially she's MMSI 304948000, call sign V2HO8, IMO 9430222. Add BBC RIO to the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network and share the water with a fleet that's paying attention — free.
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Last known position · Jun 3, 2026
Position
22.9866° S, 43.1297° W
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About BBC RIO
What kind of vessel is BBC RIO?
BBC RIO is a Cargo flagged to Antigua and Barbuda.
Where was BBC RIO last seen?
BBC RIO was last reported in around 23°S 43°W in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is BBC RIO's MMSI?
BBC RIO's MMSI is 304948000. Call sign V2HO8. IMO 9430222.
How big is BBC RIO?
BBC RIO is about 162 m long, 25 m on the beam, drawing 7 m.
Is BBC RIO on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
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