COLREGS Rule 18 Explained Simply | Responsibilities Between Vessels | Maritime Made Simple

What happens when different types of vessels meet at sea? COLREGS Rule 18 — Responsibilities Between Vessels explains which vessel should keep out of the way and how different vessel categories interact. In this video, we break down Rule 18 in a simple, practical and easy-to-remember way, covering: ⚓ Rule 18(a) — Power-driven vessels • Vessel Not Under Command (NUC) • Vessel Restricted in her Ability to Manoeuvre (RAM) • Vessel Engaged in Fishing • Sailing Vessel ⛵ Rule 18(b) — Sailing vessels • NUC • RAM • Fishing vessels 🎣 Rule 18(c) — Fishing vessels • NUC • RAM 🚢 Rule 18(d) — Vessel Constrained by Her Draught • Responsibilities of other vessels • Rule 28 signals • Special caution for the constrained vessel 🛩️ Rule 18(e) — Seaplanes on the water ✈️ Rule 18(f) — WIG craft 🧠 The Simple Principle The more manoeuvrable vessel generally keeps out of the way of the less manoeuvrable vessel. But remember: Rules 9, 10 and 13 can take precedence where applicable. This video is designed for Merchant Navy officers, deck cadets, maritime students, seafarers and anyone preparing for COLREGS examinations or practical navigation. 📌 MARITIME MADE SIMPLE Complex maritime rules — explained simply. If you find this useful, LIKE 👍 | SHARE ⚓ | SUBSCRIBE 🔔 #COLREGS #Rule18 #MaritimeMadeSimple #MerchantNavy #NavigationRules #CollisionRegulations #DeckOfficer #DeckCadet #Seafarers #MaritimeTraining #STCW #MarineNavigation #NUC #RAM #FishingVessel #SailingVessel