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Deutsch: Costa-Concordia-Katastrophe / Español: desastre del Costa Concordia / Português: desastre do Costa Concordia / Français: catastrophe du Costa Concordia / Italiano: disastro della Costa Concordia
Costa Concordia Disaster refers to a significant maritime incident that occurred on January 13, 2012, when the Italian cruise ship Costa Concordia capsized and partially sank off the coast of Isola del Giglio, Tuscany, Italy. The disaster resulted in the deaths of 32 people and significant Damage to the ship, making it one of the most notable maritime accidents in recent History due to Human Error, operational failures, and subsequent Rescue challenges.
Deutsch: Kurs / Español: Curso / Português: Curso / Français: Cap / Italiano: Rotta
Course in the maritime context refers to the intended direction or path that a vessel follows over the ground, typically measured in degrees relative to true north or magnetic north. It is a critical concept in navigation, ensuring that a ship reaches its destination safely and efficiently.
Deutsch: Gericht / Español: Tribunal / Português: Tribunal / Français: Tribunal / Italian: Tribunale
Court in the maritime context refers to judicial bodies or legal institutions that handle disputes, offenses, and regulations related to maritime activities. These courts have specialized jurisdiction over maritime law, which includes issues such as shipping, navigation, waters, and the legal relationships between private entities that operate Vessels on the oceans.
German: CPC is a shortcut for --->'Committee for Programme and Coordination'.
Deutsch: Wasserfahrzeug / Español: Embarcación / Português: Embarcação / Français: Embarcation / Italiano: Imbarcazione
Craft in the maritime context refers to any type of waterborne vessel that can be used for transportation, leisure, fishing, or as a working platform on water. This term encompasses a wide range of vessel types, from small boats and yachts to larger ships and specialized service vessels.