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What is Course Unchanged?

Course Unchanged Statement indicating that the vessel’s heading remains as previously instructed or reported.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Course Unchanged” Used in Practice?

MV Orion, course unchanged, proceeding along assigned track, request traffic confirmation.

Certification Exam Relevance

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Course Unchanged?

Statement indicating that the vessel’s heading remains as previously instructed or reported.

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