Passage — Planning Guide Malacca And Singapore Straits Pdf

The Passage Planning Guide – Straits of Malacca and Singapore (often abbreviated as PPG-SOMS) is the definitive publication designed by the maritime industry for the industry to address the unique navigational demands of this region. Published by Witherbys, the guide is the result of close collaboration with Straits pilots, harbour masters, port authorities, and experienced ship masters, ensuring its recommendations are both authoritative and highly practical.

A major safety component is the management of UKC. The guide details the mandatory rule for a minimum 3.5m UKC at all times throughout the SOMS. It also covers the technical basis for this, including detailed analysis of controlling depths, spot depths, and a graph to predict squat for large ships. Specific requirements for navigating over shallow areas like the 'Eastern Bank' are highlighted. passage planning guide malacca and singapore straits pdf

Following the standard IMO framework, the passage plan must be broken down into four distinct phases: Appraisal, Planning, Execution, and Monitoring. Phase 1: Appraisal (Information Gathering) The Passage Planning Guide – Straits of Malacca

The Master must be on the bridge well before entering the critical sectors of the TSS (such as the One Fathom Bank and the entire Singapore Strait). Manpower Allocation The guide details the mandatory rule for a minimum 3