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Overtaking

Overtaking

Created OnFebruary 8, 2018
byCapt. Angad S Cheema
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Said of a vessel when she is passing or overtaking another vessel.

Must Read: Rule 13: Overtaking

Related:

  • Arrived ship
  • AA AA (Always afloat, always accessible)
  • Hog (Hogging)
  • Laytime
  • Both to Blame collision clause
  • Overcarried cargo

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