SVITZER PALMERSTON

IMO 9803857MMSI 503053420Call sign VZVA

1.7 km W of Darwin, Australia

Last seen

12.4547° S, 130.8016° E

12.4547° S, 130.8016° E

Speed7.7kn
Course143°
DestinationDARWIN
StatusUnderway

Voyage

Destination
DARWIN
Speed
7.7 kn
Course
143°
Heading
147°
Status
Underway (engine)
Position
12.4547° S, 130.8016° E
Last report
2 Aug 2026, 12:32 UTC
Nearest port
Darwin1.7 km W of the port

Particulars

IMO
9803857
MMSI
503053420
Call sign
VZVA
Type
TugAIS type 52
Beam
12 m
Draught
5.8 m

Not broadcast: ETA.

About SVITZER PALMERSTON

SVITZER PALMERSTON (IMO 9803857, MMSI 503053420) is a tug registered in Australia. Its most recent AIS position, received on 2 Aug 2026 at 12:32 UTC, placed it 1.7 km W of Darwin, Australia. It was moving at 7.7 knots on a course of 143°. The crew reported DARWIN as the destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is SVITZER PALMERSTON now?

SVITZER PALMERSTON was last reported 1.7 km W of Darwin, Australia on 2 Aug 2026 at 12:32 UTC. It was moving at 7.7 knots on a course of 143°.

What type of ship is SVITZER PALMERSTON?

SVITZER PALMERSTON is a tug.

What is the IMO and MMSI number of SVITZER PALMERSTON?

The MMSI of SVITZER PALMERSTON is 503053420. Its IMO number is 9803857. Its call sign is VZVA.

What flag does SVITZER PALMERSTON fly?

SVITZER PALMERSTON sails under the flag of Australia (AU).

Where is SVITZER PALMERSTON going?

SVITZER PALMERSTON reported its destination as DARWIN.

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