BIG JOHN II

MMSI 710015370Call sign PS 8552

9.6 km E of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Last seen

22.8693° S, 43.1234° W

22.8693° S, 43.1234° WLast 24 h track

Speed6.4kn
Course48°

Voyage

Speed
6.4 kn
Course
48°
Heading
47°
Position
22.8693° S, 43.1234° W
Last report
21 Oct 2026, 13:57 UTC
Nearest port
Rio de Janeiro9.6 km E of the port

Particulars

MMSI
710015370
Call sign
PS 8552
Type
TugAIS type 52
Length
30 m
Beam
8 m

Not broadcast: destination, IMO number and draught.

About BIG JOHN II

BIG JOHN II (MMSI 710015370) is a tug registered in Brazil. It is 30 m long and 8 m wide. Its most recent AIS position, received on 21 Oct 2026 at 13:57 UTC, placed it 9.6 km E of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It was moving at 6.4 knots on a course of 48°.

Frequently asked questions

Where is BIG JOHN II now?

BIG JOHN II was last reported 9.6 km E of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 21 Oct 2026 at 13:57 UTC. It was moving at 6.4 knots on a course of 48°.

What type of ship is BIG JOHN II?

BIG JOHN II is a tug. It is 30 m long and 8 m wide.

What is the MMSI number of BIG JOHN II?

The MMSI of BIG JOHN II is 710015370. Its call sign is PS 8552.

What flag does BIG JOHN II fly?

BIG JOHN II sails under the flag of Brazil (BR).

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