Mariners' Perspective on Collision & Grounding Accidents in Chittagong Port: Causes & Recommendations
Jewel, Mahtab Uddin (2025)
2025
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This thesis studied collision and grounding accidents at Chittagong Port based on
mariners’ experiences. This research aimed to identify the main reasons for these
accidents and develop practical recommendations to improve safety in port waters.
The study used a qualitative approach, collecting data through semi-structured interviews with the five experienced mariners, including captains and officers, who have extensive experience navigating Chittagong Port. The seafarers talked about their real-life experiences.
Results showed that the main causes of accidents included strong tidal currents, overcrowded anchorage areas, poor anchor holding ground, and human error. The study also found that while the Vessel Traffic Management Information System (VTMIS) was installed in 2014, it helped reduce groundings, but the collision rates remained high. Also, Chittagong has an accident rate of 3.6% compared to less than 1% at other major ports.
The mariners recommended several solutions to reduce accidents. These include expanding VTMIS coverage, installing real-time weather sensors, implementing mandatory pilot services for anchorage, removing underwater wrecks, and improving training programs.
These findings provide valuable insights for port authorities, shipping companies, and maritime professionals to improve safety measures at Chittagong port and similar facilities worldwide.
mariners’ experiences. This research aimed to identify the main reasons for these
accidents and develop practical recommendations to improve safety in port waters.
The study used a qualitative approach, collecting data through semi-structured interviews with the five experienced mariners, including captains and officers, who have extensive experience navigating Chittagong Port. The seafarers talked about their real-life experiences.
Results showed that the main causes of accidents included strong tidal currents, overcrowded anchorage areas, poor anchor holding ground, and human error. The study also found that while the Vessel Traffic Management Information System (VTMIS) was installed in 2014, it helped reduce groundings, but the collision rates remained high. Also, Chittagong has an accident rate of 3.6% compared to less than 1% at other major ports.
The mariners recommended several solutions to reduce accidents. These include expanding VTMIS coverage, installing real-time weather sensors, implementing mandatory pilot services for anchorage, removing underwater wrecks, and improving training programs.
These findings provide valuable insights for port authorities, shipping companies, and maritime professionals to improve safety measures at Chittagong port and similar facilities worldwide.