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GRAND BANKS
MMSI 659254000 · Call sign V5GS
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Flag
NAMLength
122 m
Beam
20 m
Draft
6.3 m
Call sign
V5GS
IMO
7212468
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
85
GRAND BANKS is a 122-metre boat flying the flag of Namibia. She's built with a beam measuring 20 metres and a 6.3 m draft. Look for MMSI 659254000, call sign V5GS, IMO 7212468. Claim GRAND BANKS free on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network and let nearby cruisers have her back.
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Live AIS position · Jun 9, 2026 04:03 UTC
Position
33.9200° S, 18.4397° E
Status
Moored
Speed
0.0 kn
Course
214°
Destination
CAPE TOWN
ETA
01-15 16:00 UTC
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About GRAND BANKS
What kind of vessel is GRAND BANKS?
GRAND BANKS is a Other flagged to Namibia.
Where was GRAND BANKS last seen?
GRAND BANKS was last reported in around 34°S 18°E in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is GRAND BANKS's MMSI?
GRAND BANKS's MMSI is 659254000. Call sign V5GS. IMO 7212468.
How big is GRAND BANKS?
GRAND BANKS is about 122 m long, 20 m on the beam, drawing 6.3 m.
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