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In a crossing situation, the vessel that must maintain its course and speed (Vessel B) is referred to as the "stand-on vessel." This vessel is required to continue on its current path while the other vessel (the give-way vessel) is expected to take action to avoid a collision. The stand-on vessel has the right of way under maritime navigation rules.
Both vessels are required to maintain their speed and course in a crossing situation, allowing the stand-on vessel to maintain its course and the give-way vessel to take the appropriate action to avoid a collision.
When vessels meet, the vessel that must keep clear is referred to as the "give-way vessel." This vessel is required to take action to avoid a collision by altering its course or speed, allowing the other vessel, known as the "stand-on vessel," to maintain its path. The rules governing which vessel must give way are outlined in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs).
When two power driven vessels are meeting or crossing, the vessel that is to the starboard (right) is the stand on vessel. The stand-on (privileged) is to maintain course and speed. Please refer to the link below on the "Stand on" vessel.
When two motor vessels are on a collision course, the vessel that has the other on its starboard side must give way. Motor driven vessels must also give way to vessels under sail unless constrained by draft in a narrow channel.
Maintain course and speed.
The stand- on boat may vary depending on the situation. The rules for avoiding collisions are guidelines.
when being overtaken.
In a crossing situation, the vessel that has the other on its starboard side is required to give way. This means that if two power-driven vessels are crossing paths and one is to the right (starboard) of the other, the vessel on the left (port) must maintain its course and speed, while the vessel on the right must take action to avoid a collision. This rule helps to ensure safe navigation and prevent accidents at sea.
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