Also in this Week’s edition:

1. Vessel Collided in Good Visibility

2. This one thing you need as a seafarer

3. Book for your sea career

4. Maritime Contents for you

5. Job Listings for Seafarers (TME/OS/All crew & officers Job available)

Real Life Incident: Vessel Collision in Good Visibility

Imagine being on board an LNG tanker, gliding through the open sea at 21 knots, when suddenly, a light appears on the horizon. At first, it seems harmless, just a fishing boat, according to the lookout. But within minutes, that harmless speck transforms into a potential threat looming dangerously close.

The Officer of the Watch (OOW), tasked with navigating the massive tanker safely, faces a dilemma. Despite believing the fishing boat to be at a safe distance, the lookout's insistence raises doubts. In a swift move, the OOW alters course, veering starboard to avoid a collision.

Yet, the dance of avoidance is far from over. The fishing boat, like a persistent shadow, reappears, now seemingly crossing the tanker's path. With quick thinking, the OOW adjusts the course again, this time to port, aiming to skirt the fishing boat's trajectory.

But fate, it seems, has other plans. As the fishing boat materializes on the radar, its presence becomes undeniable. Frantic attempts at communication follow, with light signals exchanged in accordance with maritime regulations.

As the distance diminishes to a mere 1.7 nautical miles, panic sets in. The fishing boat's erratic maneuvers hint at a potential collision course. With nerves strained, the OOW finally orders hand steering, desperately trying to evade disaster.

In a heart-stopping moment, the inevitable occurs. The fishing boat makes contact with the tanker, a chilling reminder of the fragility of maritime safety. Yet, amidst the chaos, there is relief. The fishing boat remains intact, its crew unharmed.

Reflecting on the harrowing ordeal, lessons emerge. The importance of utilizing all available resources to assess risk becomes evident. From compass bearings to decisive course alterations, every tool must be wielded in the face of danger.

In the end, it's a story of human fallibility and resilience against the unforgiving vastness of the sea. A reminder that even in the age of advanced technology, the ancient dance between man and nature still dictates the rhythm of maritime life.

Lessons learned

• The OOW did not use all available means to determine if risk of collision existed. For example, he did not take compass bearings of the light when it was first reported to port and as the range decreased.

• At a critical decisional moment, with the fishing vessel 7.6nm away and clearly on a reciprocal course the OOW decided to alter course to port – but only by a few degrees. With a closing speed of about 26 knots this meant the vessels would meet in about 3.5 minutes. Now was the time for an alteration to starboard large enough to be readily apparent to the fishing vessel.

• Hand steering was not engaged until virtually the very last moments before contact. Given the situation and the levels of risk, it would have been more appropriate to do so much earlier.

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Book for better sea career 

While the book is not specifically geared towards seafarers, it could still be an enjoyable read for those in the maritime industry who are looking for a lighthearted take on navigating difficult situations.

Many seafarers find that laughter and humor can be helpful in coping with stress and adversity onboard ship, and "Furiously Happy" offers a unique perspective on mental health that is both relatable to shippies and entertaining. If you're looking for a book that will make you laugh, provide some comfort and inspiration, and offer a fresh perspective on life's struggles, "Furiously Happy" may be a great choice.

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