International Code of Maritime Navigation


I have a diver in the water; keep well clear and proceed at slow speed.
I am taking on, discharging, or carrying dangerous goods.
Yes (Affirmative).
Keep clear of me; I am maneuvering with difficulty.
I am altering my course to starboard.
I am disabled; communicate with me.
I require a pilot.
I have a pilot on board.
I am altering my course to port.
I have a fire on board; keep clear of me.
I wish to communicate with you.
You should stop your vessel immediately.
My vessel is stopped and making no way through the water.
No (Negative).
Man overboard.
In port: All persons should return on board as the vessel is about to put to sea. At sea: May be used by fishing vessels to indicate: "My nets have come fast upon an obstruction."
My vessel is healthy and I request free pratique.
No internationally recognized meaning. In the Portuguese Navy, this flag indicates that the vessel is engaged in search and rescue (SAR) operations, maritime patrol duties, or underway replenishment operations.
I am operating astern propulsion at full speed.
Keep clear of me.
You are standing into danger.
I require assistance.
I require medical assistance.
Stop carrying out your intentions and watch for my signals.
I am dragging my anchor.
I require a tug.

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