MATARANKA

IMO 9366914MMSI 503544000Call sign VJSH

5.4 km E of Palmerston, Australia

Last seen

12.4817° S, 130.8640° E

12.4817° S, 130.8640° E

Speed7.3kn
Course121°
DestinationDARWIN
StatusUnderway

Voyage

Destination
DARWIN
Speed
7.3 kn
Course
121°
Status
Underway (engine)
Position
12.4817° S, 130.8640° E
Last report
2 Aug 2026, 09:32 UTC
Nearest port
Palmerston5.4 km E of the port

Particulars

IMO
9366914
MMSI
503544000
Call sign
VJSH
Type
TugAIS type 52
Length
24 m
Beam
11 m
Draught
5.4 m

Not broadcast: ETA.

About MATARANKA

MATARANKA (IMO 9366914, MMSI 503544000) is a tug registered in Australia. It is 24 m long and 11 m wide. Its most recent AIS position, received on 2 Aug 2026 at 09:32 UTC, placed it 5.4 km E of Palmerston, Australia. It was moving at 7.3 knots on a course of 121°. The crew reported DARWIN as the destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is MATARANKA now?

MATARANKA was last reported 5.4 km E of Palmerston, Australia on 2 Aug 2026 at 09:32 UTC. It was moving at 7.3 knots on a course of 121°.

What type of ship is MATARANKA?

MATARANKA is a tug. It is 24 m long and 11 m wide.

What is the IMO and MMSI number of MATARANKA?

The MMSI of MATARANKA is 503544000. Its IMO number is 9366914. Its call sign is VJSH.

What flag does MATARANKA fly?

MATARANKA sails under the flag of Australia (AU).

Where is MATARANKA going?

MATARANKA reported its destination as DARWIN.

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