Emergency Contingency Procedures
ECP - Matrix
Emergency Towing
Doc No.: ECP-A10
Revision: 01
Date: 15 Oct 2024
Issued by: DPA
Approved by: MD

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Action to be taken Bridge Team Technical Team Emergency Squad Watch Officer Office
Determine towing and arrangement that will best suit the intended voyage or emergency
Consider size, horsepower and manoeuvrability of assisting ship
Determine whether distressed vessel should be towed from bow or stern
Display ‘Towing’ signal (as per COLREGS Rule 24). Change the navigation status on the AIS
Establish early communication to exchange information, decide what preparations should be made
Consider means for transferring the towing hawser between the two ships
Maintain radio communications during connecting up operation
Refer to Peril at Sea and Salvage Guidelines
Consider LOF 2000
Consider P&I / H&M