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Tug
VB MAX
MMSI 563073580 · Call sign 9V6848
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Tug
Flag
SGPLength
30 m
Beam
10 m
Call sign
9V6848
IMO
9423085
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
85
A Singaporean harbour tug, VB MAX measures 30 metres. Below, she has a beam measuring 10 metres. Her registration reads MMSI 563073580, call sign 9V6848, IMO 9423085. Give VB MAX 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 06:05 UTC
Position
1.2504° N, 103.6916° E
Status
Under way (engine)
Speed
11.0 kn
Course
344°
Destination
SINGAPURE
ETA
12-12 00:00 UTC
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About VB MAX
What kind of vessel is VB MAX?
VB MAX is a Tug flagged to Singapore.
Where was VB MAX last seen?
VB MAX was last reported in the Strait of Malacca in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is VB MAX's MMSI?
VB MAX's MMSI is 563073580. Call sign 9V6848. IMO 9423085.
How big is VB MAX?
VB MAX is about 30 m long, 10 m on the beam.
Is VB MAX on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
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