Investigation Report

Contact made by aggregates dredger Donald Redford with pier

MAIBMarine Accident Investigation Branch

Contact made by aggregates dredger Donald Redford with pier

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Summary

An investigation synopsis describes Donald Redford’s collision with Hythe Pier in Southampton Water, substantially damaging the pier without injuries. It examines alcohol consumption, probable fatigue effects, possible prescribed-drug effects, lone bridge manning and delayed vessel traffic service intervention, alongside recommendations concerning alcohol misuse, working hours and medication.

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About This Record
Publisher
Marine Accident Investigation Branch
Type
Investigation Report
Date
Unknown
Topic
Fatigue, Leadership and Safety Culture, Vessel Collision
Activity
Navigation
Control
Operational Supervision
Sector
Marine Industry
Setting
Marine Waters, Vessel
Link
Checked , working
Record
maib-contact-made-by-aggregates-dredger-donald-redford-with-hythe-pier-on-southampton-water-on · added 3 September 2026

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