VesselFinder

VesselFinder is a vessel-tracking application that shows the positions and movements of ships in real time. Its data comes from a network of satellite and terrestrial AIS receivers and appears on a map that can be switched between simple, detailed, dark and satellite styles. Weather layers for temperature, wind and waves can be placed on top.

A ship is found by name, IMO number or MMSI. Its page lists the flag, type, destination, estimated arrival, draught, course, speed, gross tonnage, year of build and dimensions, along with movement history and port calls. Ports are searched by name or LOCODE and show expected, arrived, departed and currently moored vessels. My Fleet stores favourite ships and syncs with your account, while My Views saves map areas for quick return. User-contributed photos, location display and a distance measuring tool are also included.

It suits seafarers, logistics staff, ship enthusiasts and anyone waiting for a cargo or a traveller. An internet connection is needed.