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Storm accident involving 'Mein Schiff 3' in Bremerhaven – a wake-up call for ports, including Palma

Who decides departure in bad weather and passenger updates

Clear protocols define roles and ensure timely passenger communications during weather disruptions.

Published: October 26, 2026
Storm accident involving 'Mein Schiff 3' in Bremerhaven – a wake-up call for ports, including Palma

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Who decides if a ship can depart during bad weather, and how is that communicated to passengers?

There should be clear procedures outlining who can forbid or permit departure—pilot authority, harbor master, and captain—and how decisions are communicated to passengers and local authorities.

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