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Towing Vessel

WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP)

MMSI 366967610 · Call sign WDB8996

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Type

Towing Vessel

Flag

USA

Length

48.6 m

Beam

12.2 m

Draft

2.5 m

Call sign

WDB8996

Official No.

297913

AIS reports

Registered in the United States, WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP) is a 48.6-metre utility vessel. She carries a 12.2-metre beam and a 2.5-metre draft. She broadcasts as MMSI 366967610, call sign WDB8996. Put WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP) on the free Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network and keep the working fleet looking out for each other.

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Anchor Watch

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About WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP)

What kind of vessel is WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP)?

WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP) is a Towing Vessel flagged to United States of America.

What is WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP)'s MMSI?

WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP)'s MMSI is 366967610. Call sign WDB8996.

How big is WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP)?

WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP) is about 48.6 m long, 12.2 m on the beam, drawing 2.5 m.

Is WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP) on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?

Not yet. If WILLIAM E. PORTER (WEP) is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).