An analysis of factors affecting the severity of marine accidents

This study aims to explore the relationship between severity of marine accidents and influencing factors. An ordered logistic regression model is used reflect these factors using worldwide accident investigation reports in period 2010–2019. The obtained results show that positively associated with sinking accidents, far away from port, strong wind, heavy sea, current and/or good visibility. With respect ship types, fishing vessels, yachts sailing other types are most involved higher severity. level for ships having incomplete or invalid seafarers’ certificates, inadequate manning, certificates over 30 years age. Seafarers poor theoretical knowledge less sea experience more likely be serious consequences. Small water depth such as chemical tankers, oil container bulk carriers negatively related this can assist relevant maritime authorities taking effective measures preventing occurrence accidents.