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Commercial Fishing Vessel
VELMA-S
U.S. Official No. 656777
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Commercial Fishing Vessel
Flag
USALength
9.5 m
Beam
3.4 m
Draft
0.9 m
First reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
1
An American commercial fishing boat, VELMA-S measures 9.5 metres. She has a 3.4 m beam and a draft measuring 0.9 metres. Find her under U.S. official number 656777. VELMA-S belongs on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network, a free safety net shared by boats the world over.
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About VELMA-S
What kind of vessel is VELMA-S?
VELMA-S is a Commercial Fishing Vessel flagged to United States of America.
What is VELMA-S's U.S. Official No.?
VELMA-S's U.S. Official No. is 656777.
How big is VELMA-S?
VELMA-S is about 9.5 m long, 3.4 m on the beam, drawing 0.9 m.
Is VELMA-S on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
Not yet. If VELMA-S is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).
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