Focal Points Navigation > Vessels approaching from behind
Multi Purpose General Cargo vessel < 3000 gt [1]
As a result of this collision, the Disciplinary Court notes that special attention for shipping vessels approaching from behind is important when sailing at relatively low speed in a busy navigation area. It is thereby recommended that the radar be set to “radar centre” (and not to “radar off centre”), in order to maintain good visibility behind the vessel.
Fishing vessels [1]
Following on from, but also separately from the decision in this case, the Disciplinary Court sees cause to draw attention to the following points: - The skipper must at all times remain aware of the surroundings, including the position of other vessels approaching from astern, particularly when navigating at relatively low speed (due to fishing operations) in a busy navigation/fishing area.