A stand-on vessel is a term used in maritime navigation to describe a vessel that has the right of way in a crossing situation. According to the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs), the stand-on vessel is required to maintain its course and speed while the give-way vessel must take action to avoid a collision. The stand-on vessel must be vigilant and prepared to take evasive action if the give-way vessel does not comply. Ultimately, being the stand-on vessel emphasizes the importance of situational awareness and safe navigation practices.
MV stand for motor vessel
The vessel being "overtaken" is the stand-on vessel. The vessel "overtaking" is the give-way vessel.
When a sailing vessel and a pwc are meeting head on the sailing vessel is the stand on vessel.
In an overtaking situation at sea, being the "stand-on" vessel means you are required to maintain your course and speed, allowing the other vessel (the "give-way" vessel) to maneuver to avoid a collision. The stand-on vessel has the right of way, but it should still be prepared to take action if the give-way vessel does not appropriately respond. This principle helps ensure safety and predictability in navigation.
Powerboat
In an overtaking situation at sea, the "stand-on vessel" is the ship that has the right of way and should maintain its course and speed. The other vessel, known as the "give-way vessel," is required to take action to avoid a collision by altering its course or speed. It is crucial for the stand-on vessel to remain vigilant and aware of the give-way vessel's actions, as it still needs to be prepared to avoid an accident if necessary.
You are about to be passed and should maintain course and speed
You are about to be passed and should maintain course and speed
you are about to be passed and should maintain course and speed
You are about to be passed and should maintain course and speed
You are about to be passed and should maintain course and speed
When a sailboat overtakes a powerboat, the powerboat is the stand-on vessel. (Ref: SB-29)