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What is Emergency Towing?

Emergency Towing The act of towing a vessel in distress or unable to maneuver using an emergency tow line or arrangement as per SOLAS requirements.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Emergency Towing” Used in Practice?

MV Polaris requires emergency towing off port bow due to total engine failure, over.

Certification Exam Relevance

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Emergency Towing?

The act of towing a vessel in distress or unable to maneuver using an emergency tow line or arrangement as per SOLAS requirements.

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