Hip Towing (hipping)

Hip towing, also known as hipping, is a method of towing a vessel alongside another vessel or object. This is typically done when the towed vessel is unable to maneuver on its own, such as when it is undergoing repairs or has lost power. The towed vessel is secured to the side of the assisting vessel, with the two vessels parallel to each other and the towed vessel's bow facing forward. The assisting vessel then provides propulsion and steering for both vessels. Hip towing is commonly used in the maritime industry for moving barges, dredges, and other large vessels that are not self-propelled.

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