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Safe Anchoring Techniques – How to Drop the Ship’s Anchor Properly

Safe Anchoring Techniques – How to Drop the Ship’s Anchor Properly

Last updated Nov 24, 2023 | Equipment, Maritime Safety, Vessel Information

Anchoring is an operation on board that involves dropping a metallic object with “claws” called the anchor. It is attached to a chain connected to the ship and held at the bottom of the sea. Safe and proper anchoring maintains the ship’s anchor and its fittings in...

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