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What is Hold Position?

Hold Position Instruction to maintain current position, either at anchor or underway, until further orders are received.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Hold Position” Used in Practice?

Pilot launch Delta, hold position at waiting area until further instructions for pilot transfer.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Hold Position?

Instruction to maintain current position, either at anchor or underway, until further orders are received.

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