| anchor lost - who's responsible
During a storm leaving the Channel for an Atlantic crossing last November we lost our anchor and chain (165 m.).
It obviously was not properly secured. The captain was new on the vessel (but had been there 2 weeks to get familiar). He had previously checked the whole chain to review all the shackles and paint the last few.
I would like some feedback from on how to call this. In your professional opinions, does this fall under 'regrettable but **** happens', 'gross negligence' or what?
Does he bear financial responsability in your opinion?
Regards,
Thorwald Westmaas
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