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Concepts

Allision

Allision is contact between a moving vessel and a fixed structure, moored vessel, or anchored vessel.

Overview

Allision is contact between a moving vessel and a fixed structure, moored vessel, or anchored vessel.

Common themes

  • loss of propulsion or steering in confined waters
  • pilotage or maneuvering breakdown during arrival or departure
  • strong current or wind reducing berth-control margin
  • contact with infrastructure or stationary targets

Accidents linked to this concept are grouped by vessel type.

Container (21)

Bulk Carrier (5)

Tanker (5)

Heavy Load Carrier (1)

Tug (2)

General Cargo (3)

Offshore Vessel (1)

Ferry (1)

Other (1)

Unclassified (1)