Whats this number

[Harro]

Can any one tell me what O.N. 858221 means.

[brianlara 3]

Unless I'm mistaken it is the official number of the vessels Australian (not State) registration.
You should be able to search the # on the 'net and come up with your vessels details and registration currency.
Federal registration is req'd for entry into foreign ports. And probably for exiting Oz as well........afaik.
Cheers Brian.

[transmitterdan]

Originally Posted by Harro

Can any one tell me what O.N. 858221 means.
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O.N. stands for Official Number. The O.N. is a unique number assigned by the registry official in the country of registration. In many countries it is a requirement to prominently display this number so officials can identify the vessel during inspection. In the US it is a requirement to also permanently attach/engrave the number in some "hidden" location.

[StuM]

Yep Australian Ships Register Official Number.


A quick look here: List of Registered Ships - Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) tells me that the vessel is

FLYING TYKE, a yacht registered in 1990 in Fremantle

If I wanted more information, I could pay a fee and follow the link on that page to get the current Title Extract giving me more details.