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Cargo
KATHY MCKEIL
MMSI 316006868 · Call sign VDAN
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Cargo
Flag
CANLength
179 m
Beam
23 m
Draft
7.7 m
Call sign
VDAN
IMO
9127198
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
70
KATHY MCKEIL is a Canadian cargo carrier, 179 metres from stem to stern. KATHY MCKEIL has a beam of 23 m and a 7.7-metre draft. She's listed under MMSI 316006868, call sign VDAN, IMO 9127198. Give KATHY MCKEIL 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 20:20 UTC
Position
46.4627° N, 84.4699° W
Status
Under way (engine)
Speed
9.8 kn
Course
225°
Destination
THUNDERBAY
ETA
06-10 13:00 UTC
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About KATHY MCKEIL
What kind of vessel is KATHY MCKEIL?
KATHY MCKEIL is a Cargo flagged to Canada.
Where was KATHY MCKEIL last seen?
KATHY MCKEIL was last reported in Lake Superior in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is KATHY MCKEIL's MMSI?
KATHY MCKEIL's MMSI is 316006868. Call sign VDAN. IMO 9127198.
How big is KATHY MCKEIL?
KATHY MCKEIL is about 179 m long, 23 m on the beam, drawing 7.7 m.
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