External Communication

Intend Overtake

Announcement that a vessel plans to pass another vessel ahead on a specified side in accordance with the COLREGS.

Quick answer: Announcement that a vessel plans to pass another vessel ahead on a specified side in accordance with the COLREGS.

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Quick answer

Announcement that a vessel plans to pass another vessel ahead on a specified side in accordance with the COLREGS.

Why it matters

Intend Overtake matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Intend Overtake?

In this glossary, Intend Overtake refers to: Announcement that a vessel plans to pass another vessel ahead on a specified side in accordance with the COLREGS.

How is Intend Overtake used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "MV Vega, this is cargo vessel Aurora: intend overtake on your starboard side at buoy Charlie, please acknowledge and advise intentions."

Why does Intend Overtake matter in maritime?

Intend Overtake matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Intend Overtake?

Intend Overtake is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Intend Overtake belong to?

In this glossary, Intend Overtake is grouped under External Communication. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

Announcement that a vessel plans to pass another vessel ahead on a specified side in accordance with the COLREGS.

Operational example

MV Vega, this is cargo vessel Aurora: intend overtake on your starboard side at buoy Charlie, please acknowledge and advise intentions.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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