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(6) The unit must comply with SC Rules.
(7) A survey of the unit shall be made on the arrival, in order to take the definite steps

and make the final arrangements for the transit, if it complies with SC Rules.
(8) The transit is subject to the circumstances of the Navigation in the Canal, and the

weather conditions.

H- Special Designed Vessels:

(1) Azimuth Stern Drive vessels: Without either rudder or rudder indicator should carry

out navigational trials before entry for assuring successful maneuvering. After passing
(1)
successful trials, the vessel can join the convoy without a tug if the beam is not
more than 20 m., but if the beam (1) exceeds 20 m. and up to 40 m., the vessel to be

escorted by an imposed tug. For large vessels of a beam exceeding 40 m. must be
escorted by two imposed tugs

(2) Catamaran (Fast Ferries) vessels:
With one anchor and following specifications:

- Aluminum hull (High cruising speed).
- Efficient maneuvering capabilities.

- Four propellers (two sides Fwd. and another two Aft.).
- Length not more than 86 m., beam not exceeding 43 m.
These vessels can join the convoy after survey and passing trials without imposed tug,

Otherwise the method for transiting to be decided by SCA officials after survey.

I- Special Requests:

Owing to the request of owners for the transit of vessels with a beam over 254 ft., 3 inches,

the SCA undertook careful studies to comply with the said request.
In this connection, the above-mentioned vessels may transit the Canal under the following
conditions:

(1) A pre-approval to be obtained in good time prior to transit.
(2) Transit to be effectuated in good weather (wind not exceeding 10 knots).

(3) One or more tugs will be imposed according to SC officials' decision

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