Analisis Upaya Penanganan Kandas Mv. Lumoso Selamat Pada Proses Manuver Di Pelabuhan Bungku, Morowali

This research, titled “Analysis of Efforts to Handle the Stranding of MV. Lumoso Selamat During Maneuvering Processes at Bungku Port, Morowali” which aims to identify and analyse the main factors causing ships to run aground whilst maneuvering to cast off at Bungku Port, Morowali. This study employs a qualitative approach, with data collected through direct observation in the waters around Bungku Port, Morowali, interviews with relevant parties, and documentation to support the analysis. The results of the study indicate that there were three main factors causing the MV Lumoso Selamat during the departure maneuver at Bungku Port, Morowali. These were unfavourable hydrooceanographic conditions in the waters, characterised by a faster than predicted tide (as per the tide tables) accompanied by a strengthening current from the north east, limitations in port support infrastructure, namely the absence of a tugboat and the lack of a real time hydrographic information system paper charts that did not correspond to the actual conditions at the port, and human error, reflected in an insufficiently comprehensive risk assessment prior to the maneuvere. These three factors are interrelated and have a significant impact on the vessel’s manoeuvring as it departs from port (casts off). From these findings, it can be concluded that efforts to address groundings namely the provision of real time hydrographic data, ensuring tugboat facilities comply with regulations, and strengthening the safety culture and emergency preparedness of the ship’s crew are essential to ensure that the three layers of safety defences function effectively to prevent the recurrence of similar incidents in the future.