Crossing situation

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Rule 15 Crossing Situations: Who Gives Way and Why

Rule 15 governs crossing situations at sea. Learn who gives way, what constant bearing means in practice, and why you must never cross ahead of the stand-on vessel.

13 July 2026 · 8 min read