Investigation Report
Engine failure on container vessel Savannah Express and subsequent contact with linkspan
Engine failure on container vessel Savannah Express and subsequent contact with linkspan
- MAIB
- Investigation Report
- Unknown
- Machinery and EquipmentMarine Operations
- Human factorsMechanical failureVessel collision
- Inspection and maintenanceNavigationTowing
- Competence and trainingSafety communication
- Marine industry
- Port and quaysideVessel
Summary
Investigation synopsis of Savannah Express striking a Southampton linkspan after losing astern propulsion. It examines hydraulic pressure sensor failures, misunderstood engine controls, inadequate tug allocation and communication shortcomings. The findings highlight limitations in engineers’ training for electronically controlled engines and the need for adequate type-specific instruction.
Classifications: Human factors; human performance; ergonomics.
Classifications: Mechanical failure; equipment failure.
Classifications: Vessel collision; ship collision; marine allision.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Navigation; vessel navigation; passage planning.
Classifications: Towing; towage.
Classifications: Competence and training; competency assurance; safety training.
Classifications: Safety communication; toolbox talk; toolbox talks.
Classifications: Marine industry; shipping industry; maritime sector.
Classifications: Port and quayside; quayside; harbour; harbor.
Classifications: Vessel; aboard ship; onboard vessel.
Themes: machinery and equipment, marine operations.