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Multi Purpose General Cargo vessel < 3000 gt [1]

As a result of this collision, the Disciplinary Court notes that special attention for shipping vessels approaching from behind is important when sailing at relatively low speed in a busy navigation area. It is thereby recommended that the radar be set to “radar centre” (and not to “radar off centre”), in order to maintain good visibility behind the vessel.

Uitspraak 2023.V1-Helge ENG

Multi Purpose General Cargo vessel > 3000 gt [2]

The current case emphasises the importance of recognition of fatigue factors when appointing and fulfilling watch duties. Such factors also include lengthy travel time prior to joining the vessel. The Maritime Disciplinary Court already referred to this in a judgement of 11 August 2004 following the grounding of the Onego Merchant container vessel (also in Norwegian waters) (Government Gazette 2006/33).

Moreover, the (prescribed) use of alarm systems and a lookout remains essential. 

Uitspraak 2024.V3-Stavfjord ENG

The current case emphasises the importance of recognition of fatigue factors when appointing and fulfilling watch duties. Such factors also include lengthy travel time prior to joining the vessel. Moreover, the (prescribed) use of alarm systems and a lookout remains essential. 

Uitspraak 2024.V4-Stavfjord ENG

Container ship - continental (feeder) [2]

The chief mate should not have to keep watch on deck in port but should concentrate fully on the loading. Shipowners must facilitate this.

Uitspraak 2020.V12-OOCL Rauma ENG

It is recommended that officers on deck share information with each other, in this case about the specific requirements of the CSM regarding the manner of stowage and lashing.

Uitspraak 2020.V12-OOCL Rauma ENG

Tanker [2]

Ship's officers must be made aware of their duty to keep a better lookout and to be aware of what is happening around them - even from a distance - so that it is noticeable if a vessel (such as the Trueborn without lighting) is behaving suspiciously.

Uitspraak 2018.V9-CoralPatulaENG

Uitspraak 2018.V8-CoralPatulaENG

Uitspraak 2018.V7-CoralPatulaENG

Uitspraak 2018.V6-CoralPatulaENG

A BRM team has a verifying task and should identify and correct individual errors made by team members. All members of the BRM Team must therefore be aware of their responsibilities and job descriptions within the team. This means that if one or more members of the BRM team leave the bridge for a short or long period of time, the master (or another team member) will ensure that their tasks are fulfilled or taken over.

Uitspraak 2021.V4-Thun Liffey-ENG

Towing and supply shipping [1]

Effective Bridge Resource Management entails everyone sharing the same navigation information, thus making the intention clear to everyone involved. Furthermore, crew working on the bridge should not be distracted by visitors.

Uitspraak 2023.V12-Barney ENG

Uitspraak 2023.V11-Barney ENG