Fishing vessel 🇿🇦South Africa

F/V WESTERN EXPLORER

MMSI 601078200

51 km SW of Simon's Town, South Africa

Last seen 12 Nov, 05:43 UTC

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34.5844° S, 18.1913° E

Speed8.1kn

Course328°

DestinationCLASS B

Voyage

Destination: CLASS B
Speed: 8.1 kn
Course: 328°
Position: 34.5844° S, 18.1913° E
Last report: 12 Nov 2026, 05:43 UTC12 Nov, 05:43 UTC
Nearest port: Simon's Town51 km SW of the port

Particulars

MMSI: 601078200
Flag: 🇿🇦 South Africa
Type: Fishing vesselAIS type 30
Length: 14 m
Beam: 4 m

Not broadcast: ETA, call sign, IMO number and draught.

About F/V WESTERN EXPLORER

F/V WESTERN EXPLORER (MMSI 601078200) is a fishing vessel registered in South Africa. It is 14 m long and 4 m wide. Its most recent AIS position, received on 12 Nov 2026 at 05:43 UTC, placed it 51 km SW of Simon's Town, South Africa. It was moving at 8.1 knots on a course of 328°. The crew reported CLASS B as the destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is F/V WESTERN EXPLORER now?

F/V WESTERN EXPLORER was last reported 51 km SW of Simon's Town, South Africa on 12 Nov 2026 at 05:43 UTC. It was moving at 8.1 knots on a course of 328°.

What type of ship is F/V WESTERN EXPLORER?

F/V WESTERN EXPLORER is a fishing vessel. It is 14 m long and 4 m wide.

What is the MMSI number of F/V WESTERN EXPLORER?

The MMSI of F/V WESTERN EXPLORER is 601078200.

What flag does F/V WESTERN EXPLORER fly?

F/V WESTERN EXPLORER sails under the flag of South Africa (ZA).

Where is F/V WESTERN EXPLORER going?

F/V WESTERN EXPLORER reported its destination as CLASS B.

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