Up: Anchors

: The chain is vertical, leading straight down to the seabed. This is the final stage before the anchor breaks free.

: The chain is stretched out at an acute angle to the seabed, under significant tension. Anchors Up

The "stay" describes the tension and angle of the anchor chain, which informs the captain if the anchor is still holding or if it is being successfully retrieved. : The chain is vertical, leading straight down to the seabed

The official status when the vessel is safely held by its anchor and no longer maneuvering. : The chain is vertical