Part B/II, Conduct of vessels in sight of one another

Rule 16, Action by give-way vessel

Plain English

The give-way vessel must, so far as possible, take early and substantial action to keep well clear.

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R15 · Crossing situation

R17 · Action by stand-on vessel

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