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      • Annex 1 – Positioning and technical details of lights and shapes
      • ANNEX II – Additional Signals for Fishing Vessels Fishing in Close Proximity
      • ANNEX III – Technical Details of Sound Signal Appliances
      • ANNEX IV – Distress Signals
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Anchoring System and its Components On-board Ships

Anchoring System and Components

The anchoring system is intended for safely mooring a vessel lying offshore in reasonable weather conditions. The system must be capable of keeping the vessel in position as per the holding power of anchor determined through the calculation of 'Equipment Number'. It is of paramount importance that the system is specified, designed, installed, operated and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, Class requirements and the owner's needs.The holding power of the anchor determined from its EN (Equipment Number) will not be sufficient to maintain the position of the ship in … [Read more...]

By Cult of Sea Filed Under: Deck Tagged With: anchor, chain stopper, hawse pipe, spurling pipe, stockless, winch, windlass

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