VESSEL PROFILE · IMO 9955234

DAVID PACKARD – Ship Tracker & Vessel Information

DAVID PACKARD is a Research or Survey Vessel sailing under the flag of United States (US). Its persistent vessel identifier is IMO 9955234. The recorded year of build is 2024.

Vessel details

Vessel nameDAVID PACKARD
IMO9955234
MMSI368420000
Call signWDN7986
Flag🇺🇸United States (US)
Vessel typeResearch or Survey Vessel
CategoryOther
Length50 m
Beam12 m
Gross tonnage1361
Year built2024

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About DAVID PACKARD

DAVID PACKARD is recorded as a Research or Survey Vessel. The vessel currently sails under the flag of United States (US). Its recorded year of build is 2024. The vessel carries IMO number 9955234, which serves as its persistent maritime identifier.

Recorded particulars for DAVID PACKARD include a length of 50 m, a beam of 12 m, gross tonnage of 1361. The specific vessel type is Research or Survey Vessel, while the broader classification is Other. These figures are stored vessel particulars and should not be interpreted as live measurements.

Operational identifiers currently recorded for DAVID PACKARD include MMSI 368420000 and call sign WDN7986. MMSI and call sign can change during a vessel’s service life, whereas a valid IMO number normally remains the primary persistent identifier.

Live tracking and data notes

The live ship tracker on this page provides a map-based AIS view for DAVID PACKARD through the configured external tracking provider. AIS information can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable because reception and provider coverage vary by area and vessel. The map is intended for general vessel discovery and position context and must not be used for navigation or safety-critical decisions.

Additional profile sections appear only when suitable source records are available, including ownership and management, engine or classification information, surveys, inspections, casualties, and sale or demolition events. Missing fields are not filled with invented values, so some modules may be absent when the underlying data snapshot does not contain sufficient evidence. The profile is compiled from controlled source records maintained for Ship-Tracker.org and may change as newer verified data becomes available.

Ownership & Management

Operator Monterey Bay Aquarium Research United States Data updated: 2024-10-10
Technical Manager Monterey Bay Aquarium Research United States Data updated: 2024-10-10
Commercial Manager Monterey Bay Aquarium Research United States Data updated: 2024-10-10

Engine & propulsion

Engine designation3 x D2862LE
Engine builderUnknown
Engine designerMAN
Propulsion typeDiesel-electric propulsion (DE)
Maximum continuous output4120 kW
MCO RPM2100

Classification & surveys

Special survey date2029-05-09

Technical Specifications

Lifecycle StatusNEW_UNPUBLISHED

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is DAVID PACKARD now?

The live ship tracker above provides the currently available map-based AIS view for DAVID PACKARD. AIS positions can be delayed, incomplete or temporarily unavailable and should not be used for navigation.

What is the IMO number of DAVID PACKARD?

The IMO number recorded for DAVID PACKARD is 9955234. A valid IMO number is used as the primary persistent vessel identifier.

What is the MMSI of DAVID PACKARD?

The currently recorded MMSI for DAVID PACKARD is 368420000. MMSI is an operational identifier and can change during a vessel’s lifetime.

What type of ship is DAVID PACKARD?

DAVID PACKARD is recorded as a Research or Survey Vessel.

When was DAVID PACKARD built?

The recorded year built for DAVID PACKARD is 2024.

How long is DAVID PACKARD?

The recorded length of DAVID PACKARD is 50 m.

Data & accuracy

Vessel particulars are compiled from the Ship-Tracker.org Vessel Master and documented source records. Information may be incomplete, delayed or changed after the last recorded update. IMO is used as the persistent primary vessel identifier; MMSI and call sign may change during a vessel’s lifetime.