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Cargo
ALGOMA BEAR
MMSI 316053597 · Call sign VBAC
Not yet on Master's MateType
Cargo
Flag
CANLength
226 m
Beam
24 m
Draft
8 m
Call sign
VBAC
IMO
9619309
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
63
ALGOMA BEAR is a merchant vessel flagged in Canada, measuring 226 metres. She's built with 24 metres in the beam and a 8 m draft. Look for MMSI 316053597, call sign VBAC, IMO 9619309. Add ALGOMA BEAR 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 4, 2026
Position
46.2908° N, 84.2153° W
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About ALGOMA BEAR
What kind of vessel is ALGOMA BEAR?
ALGOMA BEAR is a Cargo flagged to Canada.
Where was ALGOMA BEAR last seen?
ALGOMA BEAR was last reported in Lake Huron in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is ALGOMA BEAR's MMSI?
ALGOMA BEAR's MMSI is 316053597. Call sign VBAC. IMO 9619309.
How big is ALGOMA BEAR?
ALGOMA BEAR is about 226 m long, 24 m on the beam, drawing 8 m.
Is ALGOMA BEAR on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
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