Investigation Report

Collision between pure car carrier City of Rotterdam and ro-ro freight ferry Primula Seaways

MAIBMarine Accident Investigation Branch

Collision between pure car carrier City of Rotterdam and ro-ro freight ferry Primula Seaways

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Summary

Investigates the River Humber collision between City of Rotterdam and Primula Seaways. Ergonomic assessment and bridge simulation examine the pilot’s relative motion illusion through an off-axis window. Findings address bridge resource management, speed reduction and vessel traffic service intervention, with corrective measures concerning centreline references, radio access and training.

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About This Record
Publisher
Marine Accident Investigation Branch
Type
Investigation Report
Date
8 February 2017
Topic
Human Factors, Regulation and Legislation, Vessel Collision
Activity
Navigation
Equipment
Navigation and Positioning Equipment
Control
Competence and Training, Human-Centred Design, Operating and Work Procedures, Safety Communication
Sector
Marine Industry
Setting
Marine Waters, Vessel
Link
Checked , working
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