Question 15 of 30
The maneuvering vessel normally berths on which side during STS operations?
Any side to
Port side to
Starboard side to
As instructed by the mother vessel **Correct answer : Starboard side to**
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: Starboard side to.
During Ship-to-Ship (STS) transfer operations, the maneuvering vessel (the ship coming alongside) typically berths on the starboard side of the mother vessel. This allows the master on the maneuvering ship to use the standard bridge layout, where the conning position favors starboard-side maneuvering.