GUARDIAN 8

IMO 9870173MMSI 657177000Call sign 5NKL8

At sea in the Indian Ocean

Last seen

16.0115° S, 66.8954° E

16.0115° S, 66.8954° E

Speed14.0kn
Course242°
StatusUnderway

Voyage

Speed
14.0 kn
Course
242°
Status
Underway (engine)
Position
16.0115° S, 66.8954° E
Last report
21 Oct 2026, 02:03 UTC

Particulars

IMO
9870173
MMSI
657177000
Call sign
5NKL8
Type
TugAIS type 52
Deadweight
65 t

Not broadcast: destination, dimensions and draught.

About GUARDIAN 8

GUARDIAN 8 (IMO 9870173, MMSI 657177000) is a tug registered in Nigeria. Its most recent AIS position, received on 21 Oct 2026 at 02:03 UTC, placed it at sea in the Indian Ocean. It was moving at 14.0 knots on a course of 242°.

Frequently asked questions

Where is GUARDIAN 8 now?

GUARDIAN 8 was last reported at sea in the Indian Ocean on 21 Oct 2026 at 02:03 UTC. It was moving at 14.0 knots on a course of 242°.

What type of ship is GUARDIAN 8?

GUARDIAN 8 is a tug.

What is the IMO and MMSI number of GUARDIAN 8?

The MMSI of GUARDIAN 8 is 657177000. Its IMO number is 9870173. Its call sign is 5NKL8.

What flag does GUARDIAN 8 fly?

GUARDIAN 8 sails under the flag of Nigeria (NG).

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