<Ul> <Li> To describe an unmanned and abandoned ship floating adrift , the SMCP gives the correct phrase as , `` unlit derelict vessel adrift in vicinity ( date , time and position if known ) '' </Li> <Li> Being stuck in ice and requesting assistance : `` I am fast in ice . I require assistance '' . </Li> <Li> Damage to vessel by ice : `` I have developed stability problems , heavy icing . Request ice breaker assistance '' . </Li> <Li> Ship is sinking : `` I am sinking . Please proceed to my assistance . What is your ETA at our distress position ? '' </Li> </Ul>
when should the imo 's smcp be used
describe an unmanned and abandoned ship floating adrift stuck in ice and requesting assistance Damage to vessel by ice Ship is sinking