The 1972 Convention was designed to update and replace the Collision Regulations of 1960 which were adopted at the same time as the 1960 SOLAS Convention. Technical provisions The COLREGs include 41 rules divided into Six Sections:Part A - GeneralPart B - Steering and SailingPart C - Lights and ShapesPart D - Sound and Light signalsPart E - ExemptionsPart F - Verification of compliance with the provisions of the ConventionThere are also four Annexes containing technical requirements concerning lights and shapes and their positioning; sound signaling appliances; … [Read more...]