Hatch cover damage—distinct from normal wear—comprises structural deformation, seal degradation, hull plate cracking, or inoperable latching mechanisms that directly compromise the vessel's watertight integrity.
Source: https://www.marineinsight.com/glossary/hatch-cover/
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