OBSERVER

MMSI 601566100

21 km S of Port of Ngqura, South Africa

Last seen

33.9521° S, 25.6439° E

33.9521° S, 25.6439° ELast 24 h track

Speed6.0kn
Course272°
DestinationCLASS B

Voyage

Destination
CLASS B
Speed
6.0 kn
Course
272°
Heading
275°
Position
33.9521° S, 25.6439° E
Last report
3 Nov 2026, 11:46 UTC
Nearest port
Port of Ngqura21 km S of the port

Particulars

MMSI
601566100
Type
TugAIS type 52
Length
16 m
Beam
5 m

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

About OBSERVER

OBSERVER (MMSI 601566100) is a tug registered in South Africa. It is 16 m long and 5 m wide. Its most recent AIS position, received on 3 Nov 2026 at 11:46 UTC, placed it 21 km S of Port of Ngqura, South Africa. It was moving at 6.0 knots on a course of 272°. The crew reported CLASS B as the destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is OBSERVER now?

OBSERVER was last reported 21 km S of Port of Ngqura, South Africa on 3 Nov 2026 at 11:46 UTC. It was moving at 6.0 knots on a course of 272°.

What type of ship is OBSERVER?

OBSERVER is a tug. It is 16 m long and 5 m wide.

What is the MMSI number of OBSERVER?

The MMSI of OBSERVER is 601566100.

What flag does OBSERVER fly?

OBSERVER sails under the flag of South Africa (ZA).

Where is OBSERVER going?

OBSERVER reported its destination as CLASS B.

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