That is actually a decent idea. The part of the bow causing the most trouble is a bulge that sticks out to the front. Shipping companies sometimes add or remov

That is actually a decent idea. The part of the bow causing the most trouble is a bulge that sticks out to the front. Shipping companies sometimes add or remove the bulges as needs change regarding ship speed. That suggests that it could be cut off without sinking the ship. There is equipment that can cut through a ship with a big chain.