Which Is the Giveaway Vessel?

Give-way vessel: The vessel that is required to take early and substantial action to keep out of the way of other vessels by stopping, slowing down, or changing course.

Which vessel is the giveaway vessel?

Overtaking: The vessel that wishes to overtake is the Give-Way Vessel. The vessel being overtaken is the Stand-On Vessel. The Stand-On Vessel maintains course and speed. The Give-Way Vessel must take early and substantial action to avoid the Stand-On Vessel.

What is the giveaway vessel responsibility?

As the give-way vessel it is your duty to avoid a collision. Typically, this means you must alter speed or direction to cross behind the other vessel (the stand-on vessel). ... If you see a green light crossing from left-to-right, you are the stand-on vessel, and should maintain course and speed.