Maritime Communication Phrases: Safety and Operations

Posted by on Feb 16, 2025 in Maritime-Fishing | 0 comments

Essential Maritime Communication Phrases

FALLO (Technical Failure)

I am/MV is not under command. What problems do you have/does MV have? I have/MV has problems with engine(s)/steering gear/propeller. I am/MV is maneuvering with difficulty. Keep clear of me/MV. Navigate with caution. I require/MV requires tug assistance/escort. I try/MV tries to proceed without assistance.

HIELO (Ice)

I have/MV has damage above/below waterline. What kind of assistance is required? I require/MV requires tug assistance,

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Ship Terminology and Structure

Posted by on Feb 9, 2025 in Maritime-Fishing | 0 comments

Ship Structure and Terminology

Deck Definitions

The main deck (or upper deck) is often exposed to the sea and weather, providing shelter for the vessel’s contents. The forecastle is the foremost part of the upper deck.

The tweendeck divides the vessel into separate holds. The tank top is the intermediate deck between the upper deck and the vessel’s bottom.

Upper holds and lower holds contain cargo. Hatches provide access to the holds. Spaces for liquid cargo are called tanks.

Peak tanks, located at

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Maritime Operations: Roles, Incidents, and Terminology

Posted by on Feb 1, 2025 in Maritime-Fishing | 0 comments

Crew Roles and Responsibilities on a Merchant Ship

On a merchant ship, each department has specific roles that ensure the vessel operates efficiently. The Deck Department handles navigation, cargo, and the ship’s safety, with the Captain at the helm, supported by officers and cadets. The Engine Department maintains the ship’s propulsion and machinery, with engineers overseeing maintenance and repairs. The Catering/Steward’s Department provides meals and ensures the crew’s comfort, from the Chief

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Maritime Situation, Navigation & Weather Report: Rio de la Plata

Posted by on Jan 28, 2025 in Maritime-Fishing | 0 comments

Maritime Situation Report

Attention, all vessels. This is XXX. Situation report follows on channel 1-2. Over.

Attention, all vessels. This is XXX. Situation report:

  1. There is a hampered vessel in position XXX. There is a vessel in position XX which is not complying with traffic regulations. There is a new wreck in position XX.
  2. There is a squall in La Plata area. Visibility is one mile.
  3. Buoy in position XX is off station. There is an isolated danger buoy in position XX.

Part 1: Vessel Incidents

  • There is
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Maritime Rule 35: Sound Signals in Restricted Visibility

Posted by on Jan 27, 2025 in Maritime-Fishing | 0 comments

Rule 35: Sound Signals in Restricted Visibility

In the vicinity of or within an area of restricted visibility, whether by day or night, the signals prescribed in this Rule shall be used as follows:

a) A power-driven vessel making way through the water shall issue one prolonged blast at intervals not exceeding two minutes.

b) A power-driven vessel underway, but stopped and making no way through the water, shall sound, at intervals of not more than two minutes, two prolonged blasts in succession with

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