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RIVER THAMES - On or around 19th September 2023 the vessel Barney will commence Tiamat water injection dredging operations at Tilbury 2 CMAT, Gravesend Reach. Dredging will take place on the ebb tide only, with expected completion around 23rd September 2023. The vessel is required to display lights and signals as per the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea and maintain a listening watch on VHF channel 68. Further details will be broadcast by London VTS on VHF Channel 68. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L40 of 2023
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Raysand Buoy – River Crouch NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that following an inspection by the Harbour Master, it can be confirmed that the Raysand Buoy is in its correct charted position of approximately: 51º 39.84’ N, 001º 00.57’ E Notice to Mariners 44 of 2023 is hereby cancelled. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners No 45 of 2023 Use the Ray Sand chartlet in the Download Page |
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King’s Lynn Dredging
Mariners and port users are advised that dredging operations will be taking place in the Port of King’s Lynn. Dredging will take place inside King’s Lynn enclosed docks. All Mariners are advised to keep clear and pass at slow speed. A listening watch on VHF Channel 14 will be maintained at all times. Dredging operations will be carried out on the following dates between Thursday 14th September and Monday 18th September by the Plough Dredger “UKD Seahorse” . |
Kings Lynn (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariner's No 7 of 2023
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The Wash Ports – River Nene Admiralty Chart 1200, Imray Y9 Buoy moves Mariners are advised of the following buoy moves within the Nene Ports area of jurisdiction. Below are the new positions Buoy No 7 Green Cone Fl (3)G. 5s N52,50.889 E000,13.173 Buoy No 9 Green Cone Fl.G.3s N52,50.951 E000,12.951 If any further information is required please contact the Harbour Office 01945 588059 or 07860 576685. |
Port of Wisbech Authority Local Notice to Mariners No 5/23 |
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RIVER THAMES - Mariners are advised that, on or about 5th September 2023, dredging operations are expected to commence in the vicinity of Alpha Jetty, Cliffe. The chartlet shows the general location, within the red- Dredging operations will be carried out by vessel EMILIA D and will take place only in the immediately vicinity of the Alpha Jetty berth face. Should a different vessel be used, this will be notified by London VTS. These operations are expected to be complete with 3 days of commencement. Requirements to proceed with caution or at slow speed will be made in accordance with the procedures set out in the Port of London Authority’s Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, ‘Section 4’ with the International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee’, which are illustrated, displayed. The display of these signals will be in addition to any lights or shapes required under local regulations and the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea. Further details will be broadcast as needed by London VTS on VHF channel 68. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L38 of 2023
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RIVER THAMES - On or about 27th September 2023, marine contractors working on behalf of Tate & Lyle will be undertaking water injection dredging operations at Thames Refinery Outer Jetty, which will take approximately one week. In order to accommodate these works, the dredger MERSEY will undertake these operations over the high water periods and whilst the tide is ebbing. The chartlet indicates the approximate footprint of the marine works. The MERSEY will display lights and signals as per the International Regulations for Prevention of Collision at Sea (27). Requirements to proceed with caution or at slow speed will be made in accordance with the procedure set out in the Port of London Authority’s Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, ‘Section 4’ with the International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee’ (RY) displayed. Further information will be broadcast by London VTS on Channel 14. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No M79 of 2023
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Lowestoft Inner Harbour – Gull Wing Bridge Construction site – Diving Operations
Mariners and Port Users are advised that diving operations are scheduled to take place within the Gull Wing Bridge Construction site. Commencing Monday 21st August 2023 for approximately 3- Diving will be undertaken from the workboat ‘MV Talisker’ by Norfolk Marine Divers. The vessel will be displaying code flag alpha and maintaining a listening watch on VHF Ch. 14. The divers will be using callsign ‘Norfolk Marine Divers’. The diving operations will only be carried out in daylight hours. Contact with ‘Norfolk Marine Diver’ on VHF ch 14. At all times, when transiting this area or manoeuvring close by, vessels are instructed to keep speed / wash to a minimum. A notice to mariners will be promulgated when diving operations are complete. Please contact Lowestoft Port Control, VHF Ch14, Tel. 01502 572286 (Option 3) if further information is required. |
Lowestoft (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 35 of 2023 Figure 1 -
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Approaches to Wisbech Wisbech Anchorage,”W2” lightbuoy re- Mariners are advised that W2 light buoy (52° 54’.942N 000°16’.003E) has been re- NtM 19 / 2023 is hereby cancelled |
KING'S LYNN CONSERVANCY BOARD Notices to Mariners Nos. 22 of 2023 |
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RIVER THAMES - On the 27th August 2023 marine ground investigation works by Causeway Geotech Ltd will continue as part of DP World London Gateway’s extension project. The works, which are in addition to those in Notice to Mariners L35- The JUB will remain at the location for 8 to 12 hours, during daylight hours only, with the workboat “MPV SEA DOG” in attendance for crew transfers (via “SEARIDER” an Avon SR4 RIB), supplies and to act as tug vessel for the JUB movements. A 100m exclusion zone around the JUB will be in place and all vessels are requested to keep clear. All vessels involved with the works will maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Channel 68. For the latest information contact London VTS on VHF Channel 68 |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L37 of 2023
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River Orwell Dredging
Mariners and port users are advised that dredging operations will be taking place in the Port of Ipswich and River Orwell. All Mariners are advised to keep clear and pass these vessels at slow speed. Both will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 68. For more information on the movements of these vessels contact Orwell Navigation Services on VHF Ch 68. Dredging operations will be carried out on the following dates: • Sunday 27th August – Friday 1st September by UKD Orca (trailer suction hopper dredger) • Sunday 27th August – Wednesday 6th September by UKD Seahorse (plough dredger) |
Ipswich (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 26 of 2023 |
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Week 36 |
No 19 Approaches to Wisbech - Mariners are advised that W2 light buoy (52° 54’.942N 000°16’.003E) has been reported as missing from station. A replacement buoy will be established in due course. Please contact the Harbour Office for further information. No 20 Approaches to Kings Lynn - Mariners are advised that Beacon B (52° 49’.090N 000°21’.136E) has been severely damaged following collision by a fishing boat and is currently unlit. The area to the West of above position is to be considered as foul ground. Works to remove the beacon and establishment of a temporary buoy or beacon will be progressed and further NtMs will be issued as required. Please contact the Harbour Office for further information. No 21 Approaches to King’s Lynn Establishment of Light Buoy “B”. Mariners are advised that a new Light Buoy has been established on 22nd August 2023 in the following position. 52° 49.080’ N 00° 21.130’ E. The buoy will be yellow special mark buoy, designation “B”, with a flash character of Fl Y 2s Please note that this position is approx. 20m to the south of the remains of beacon “B” base and the buoy will provide a visual indication of the foul ground area centred on: 52° 49.090’ N 00° 21.136’ E. NtM 20/2023 refers, and is now cancelled. Please contact the Harbour Office for further information. |
KING'S LYNN CONSERVANCY BOARD Notices to Mariners Nos. 19, 20 and 21 of 2023 |
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Burnham Week 2023 INFORMATION Burnham Week Sailing Regatta 2023 will take place between Saturday 26th August 2023 ~ Saturday 2nd September 2023 A higher density of sailing and rowing craft are to be expected on the river during this period. Organisers of the Rowing Craft have been requested to keep the courses outside of the main Fairway and NOT use Fairway Buoys as Racing marks. Mariners are requested to be additionally vigilant and keep a good look out at all times. River Crouch, Firework Display – Saturday 2nd September 2023. The culmination of the 2023 Burnham Week Sailing Regatta will be marked by a firework display on the evening of Saturday 2nd September 2023 at approximately 21:00 hours with an expected duration of around fifteen minutes. The pyrotechnics will be discharged from a floating pontoon moored fore and aft centered on an approximate position of: 51° 37.42’N, 000° 48.92’E (opposite the Burnham Quayside, CHA Harbour Office). It may be necessary to alter this location on the day depending on weather conditions. There will be an exclusion zone in place centered on the position/pontoon of 200 metres. This will come into force at 20:50 ten minutes prior to commencement of display until its conclusion. Mariners are to remain outside the exclusion zone. A safety boat will be in attendance throughout the display. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 43 of 2023 |
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Week 35 |
BLACK DEEP CHANNEL - Mariners are advised that commencing on or about 17th August 2023 the vessel SCOTIA will undertake surveying operations in the Black Deep Channel. The approximate area of operations is indicated by the red- SCOTIA will be surveying a 40m- SCOTIA has been requested to keep clear of all vessels navigating along the channel and to maintain a listening watch on VHF Ch. 69 at all times. Further details will be broadcast as needed by London VTS on VHF channel 69. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L36 of 2023
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Dredging Operations – Harwich Haven - Mariners are advised that from around 20 August 2023 the trailing suction hopper dredger Alvar Nuñez Cabeça de Vaca (IMO: 9505340) and the plough vessel Barney (IMO 9740938) will commence maintenance dredging in the Harwich Haven and around the Port of Felixstowe berths, for a period of approximately 7 - Materials will be disposed of at the Inner Gabbard. For further information contact Harwich VTS (VHF 71). |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 51 of 2023 |
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Week 35 |
RIVER MEDWAY – MEDWAY APPROACH CHANNEL - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Clinton Marine Survey AB will be undertaking, on behalf of the MCA and Receiver of Wrecks, a detailed sonar survey of the SS Richard Montgomery wreck and have obtained permission to enter the prohibited area. Marine operations will be running from around Monday 21st August 2023 with expected completion by Friday 25th August 2023. All survey work will be carried out by the Northern Wind (callsign 2IOX2; MMSI 235111562; fitted with AIS Class A) who will be keeping a listening watch on VHF Channels 16 & 74. ‘Northern Wind’ will undertake a detailed survey of the entire wreck and the immediate adjacent seabed within the area defined as a polygon bounded by the following coordinates: 51˚ 27.93595'N 0˚ 47.04126'E 51˚ 28.04993'N 0˚ 47.05080'E 51˚ 28.04993'N 0˚ 47.14794'E 51˚ 27.93595'N 0˚ 47.13882'E Please be advised that during survey operations the vessel will be restricted in its ability to manoeuvre, and other vessels are requested to pass with caution and minimise their wash. During survey operations the vessel will display the appropriate day shapes/signals and lights as required by the IRPCS. Admiralty Chart No. 3683 refers. Further information may be obtained from Medway VTS on VHF Channel 74, call sign “Medway VTS” or telephone 0151 949 6148. |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 28 of 2023 |
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Ipswich -
Mariners and Port users are advised of the Environment Agency’s upcoming annual maintenance of the Ipswich Tidal Barrier scheduled on Tuesday 5th and Wednesday 6th of September 2023. The tidal barrier gate will be fully raised to coincide initially with periods of low water/slack water between the hours of: - - By virtue, the navigable channel in the New Cut through the barrier will be closed during these aforementioned periods. However, the above timings are approximate at present and on both days the EA intend to restore navigation in a timely fashion once all necessary maintenance and inspection activities have been executed successfully. Please contact Orwell Navigational Services via Ipswich Port Radio on Ch 68 for more information. |
Ipswich (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 25 of 2023 |
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Burnham Fairway No 5 NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that a temporary green light has been placed on the base of the damaged Burnham Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy. Light characteristic QG. The buoy is expected to be replaced during September 2023. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 42 of 2023 |
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RIVER THAMES - On or around the 14th August 2023 marine ground investigation works by Causeway Geotech Ltd will commence as part of DP World London Gateway’s extension project. The works, which are expected to last for two weeks, will be undertaken by Jack- The JUB will remain at each bore hole location (in green) for 8 to 12 hours; grab samples will take 20 to 40 minutes at the other 3 sites (in yellow). Workboat “MPV SEA DOG” will remain in attendance for crew transfers (via an Avon SR4 RIB), supplies and to act as tug vessel for the JUB moves between sites. A 100m exclusion zone around the JUB will be in place and coordination of contractors works between vessel movements at berth 3, construction works at berth 4 and these sampling works will be led by London Gateway. All vessels involved with the works will maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Channel 68. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L35 of 2023
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Burnham Fairway No 5 NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that Burnham Fairway No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position. 51° 37.187N, 000° 49.667E is extinguished and the top section missing. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 41 of 2023 |
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Orwell Bridge Works
Mariners are advised that contractors on behalf of Highways England will be undertaking routine rope access inspections of the Orwell Bridge overnight for two weeks, from Monday 18th September for a planned 2 week period. This will involve operatives ascending down the bridge structure, they will be utilising a combination of rope access and an underbridge unit to access the deck over the river spans. Equipment is typically attached to the inspector and this removes the requirement for netting. A safety boat will be in attendance for the duration of the works. Therefore, navigation of the River Orwell may continue as normal during this period. |
Ipswich (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 24 of 2023 |
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East Coast of England - Amendment to Buoyage** CORRECTED POSITION Mariners are advised that due to changes in the profile of the approach channel to King’s Lynn, the following amendments to buoyage shall be carried on or about 10th August 2023: No.23 light buoy to be moved approx 112 metres x 060° to 52° 49’.890N 000°21’.630E No.24 light buoy to be moved approx 75 metres x 165° to 52° 50’.025N 000°21’.845E Works will be carried out by the work boat “St Edmund”. All passing craft are requested to pass at minimum speed whilst the “St Edmund” is conducting buoying operations.”. Please contact the St Edmund via VHF ch 14, or Harbour Office, for further information. |
KING'S LYNN CONSERVANCY BOARD Notices to Mariners No. 18 of 2023 |
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London Array Offshore Wind Farm (Outer Thames Estuary)
Cable Replacement Operations All mariners are advised that the Cable Lay Vessel (CLV) “NP- The barge will utilise a variety of systems and techniques to perform the works. • Cable Extraction using Mass Flow (MFE) techniques • Cable Installation • Cable Burial using Mass Flow (MFE) techniques • Anchor operations • Diving Operations This vessel will be supported by three tugs (AHTs) and one Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV): • AHT #1: Neptune Foxtrot - • AHT #2: Forth Warrior - • AHT #3: NP- • CTV #1: The NR Jaguar will be supported by one crew transfer vessel (CTV). and a standalone accommodation vessel • Accommodation Vessel: Sea Goldcrest Planned Restricted Access Zones The works are expected to commence on the 09th August 2023 on cable H15- Vessel Zone The NP- To show typical anchor wire arrangement download the original notice
A 1250m radius restricted zone will be put in place centred on the vessel. These restricted zones will be in place when the vessels are operational, during inter field transit and port calls. If access is required to this zone for non- The Mooring will consist of 8 x 7- Each anchor will be marked using a yellow can buoy complete with radar reflector and yellow flashing light 3sec delay. Diving Zones Prior to commencing diving operations, notifications will be transmitted via VHF channel 16 to all local traffic, providing the following information: • Location where diving will commence. • Implementation of additional 500m Diver Exclusion Zone. If required, the Barge can be contacted directly on channel 16 for further information relating to activities currently being undertaken. Accommodation Vessel Zone The Sea Goldcrest is an accommodation vessel supporting operations. A 500m radius restricted zone will be put in place centred on the vessel. The vessel will be anchored either: • South of the Wind Farm between Foulger’s Gat and Fisherman’s Gat (Area #1) • North of the Wind Farm (Area #2) This restricted zone will be in place when the vessel is at anchor. The anchor spread will consist of up to two anchors extending approximately 150m from the bow and stern. It should be observed that neither anchor has surface buoys deployed. |
London Array Offshore Wind Farm Notices to Mariners No 7 (Rev 2) of 2023
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SEA REACH - Mariners are advised that on or about the 05th August 2023, survey operations will begin off the Isle of Grain, Kent, in the area marked on the chartlet The survey operations will take approximately 4 weeks and will be carried out by vessel SHORE PRESENCE.
SHORE PRESENCE will be towing Bathymetry, Sonar and Magnetometry equipment no further than 50m behind the vessel and will be carrying out a parallel- The SHORE PRESENCE has been requested to keep clear of all vessels proceeding in the main shipping channels at all times and will keep a listening watch on VHF Channel 69. Further details of the survey works will be broadcast as needed by London VTS |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L34 of 2023
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SEA REACH TO BLACK DEEP - Mariners are advised that on or about the 05th August 2023 survey operations will take place between Sea Reach No 1 and a position NE of Black Deep No 10 Buoy shown in the area marked on the chartlet. The survey operations will take approximately 4 weeks and will be carried out by vessel MINTIS.
MINTIS will be towing Bathymetry, Sonar and Magnetometry equipment no further than 50m behind the vessel and will be carrying out a parallel- |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L33 of 2023
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RIVER THAMES - Mariners are advised that, on or about 31st July 2023, contractors instructed by Oikos Storage Ltd. will commence works to Oikos No. 2 Jetty. The general location of the works is indicated by the red box on the chartlet: These works will involve lifting operations, personnel working on the waterline and diving operations. Jack- Jack- Requirements to proceed with caution or at slow speed will be made in accordance with the procedures set out in the Port of London Authority’s Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, ‘Section 4’ with the International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee’, displayed. The display of these signals will be in addition to any lights or shapes required under local regulations and the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea. Appropriate signals are expected to be displayed whenever diving operations are in progress. Further details will be broadcast as needed by London VTS on VHF channel 68. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L32 of 2023
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Hydrographic Survey – M/V Northern Wind Mariners are advised that from around 30 July 2023 until 23 December 2023 the survey vessel M/V Northern Wind (callsign: 2IOX2) will be undertaking survey operations with hull- For further information contact Harwich VTS (VHF 71). |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 49 of 2023
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Harwich Deep Water Channel & Harbour - Mariners are advised that following the completion of a successful capital dredging campaign, the Harwich Deep Water Channel and Main Harbour (see diagram) has been dredged to 16.0m below Admiralty Chart Datum, with immediate effect. Diagram of Harwich Deep Water Channel and Harbour (not for navigation) There are some minor changes to the channel limits on the south side of the Beach End turn and at the South Threshold Buoy. Updates to Admiralty charts and publications are expected to follow in due course. For further information or navigational advice contact Harwich VTS (VHF 71). |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 48 of 2023
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Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project: Temporary Buoy moves – update 13 After completion of dredging operations, the following buoys will be returned to their assigned positions. - - TABLE A: Assigned position: Buoy Name: Latitude: Longitude: Guard 51° 57.075N 001° 17.859’E Gristle 51° 56.889N 001° 18.273’E North Shelf 51° 56.470N 001° 18.492’E South Shelf 51° 56.161'N 001° 18.513'E Fort 51° 56.207'N 001° 18.868'E NW Beach 51° 55.887'N 001° 18.868'E Shotley Spit 51° 57.222'N 001° 17.706'E North Threshold 51° 54.496'N 001° 33.484'E TABLE B: Assigned position: Buoy Name: Latitude: Longitude: Walker 51° 53.791’N 001° 33.903’E Southwest Shipwash 51° 54.750’N 001° 34.213’E Following these operations, all the Harwich Deep Water Channel and Harwich Haven Harbour buoys will be back on their assigned positions. This notice replaces 46- For further information regarding this operation, please contact Harwich VTS (VHF 71). |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 47 of 2023 |
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Whitaker No 6 Lighted Buoy NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 6 Lighted Buoy in approximate position: 51° 39.351N. 001° 02.000E is now lit. NOTICE TO MARINERS 24 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 39 of 2023 |
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London Array Offshore Wind Farm (Outer Thames Estuary)
Cable Replacement Operations All mariners are advised that the Cable Lay Vessel (CLV) “NP- The barge will utilise a variety of systems and techniques to perform the works. • Cable Extraction using Mass Flow (MFE) techniques • Cable Installation • Cable Burial using Mass Flow (MFE) techniques • Anchor operations • Diving Operations This vessel will be supported by three tugs (AHTs) and one Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV): • AHT #1: Foxtrot - • AHT #2: Forth Warrior - • AHT #3: NP- • CTV #1: Iceni Courage - • Accommodation Vessel: Glomar Wave Cable Lay/Jointing Vessel: NP- The NP- The Barge will conduct the cable replacement work, including Cable Extraction and Installation. Where required diving operations will also be undertaken from the barge to support the works. Diving Zones Prior to commencing diving operations, notifications will be transmitted via VHF channel 16 to all local traffic, providing the following information: • Location where diving will commence. • Implementation of additional 500m Diver Exclusion Zone. If required, the Barge can be contacted directly on channel 16 for further information relating to activities currently being undertaken. Accommodation Vessel Zone The Glomar Wave is an accommodation vessel supporting operations. A 500m radius restricted zone will be put in place centred on the vessel. The vessel will be anchored either: • South of the Wind Farm between Foulger’s Gat and Fisherman’s Gat (Area #1) • North of the Wind Farm (Area #2) This restricted zone will be in place when the vessel is at anchor. The anchor spread will consist of up to two anchors extending approximately 150m from the bow and stern. It should be observed that neither anchor has surface buoys deployed. |
London Array Offshore Wind Farm Notices to Mariners No 7 of 2023
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PORT OF GREAT YARMOUTH - MARINERS ARE ADVISED notification of the third temporary closure of the river Yare, as part of the Great Yarmouth Third River Crossing. • Closure Date: 7th August 2023 • Time: 16:00 • Duration: 72 hours • Location: Area shown by red line boundary in image below. Note: Pilotage and mooring services will not be provided within the boundary area during the closure period. |
Port of Great Yarmouth (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 19 of 2023
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Raysand – Buoyage and Crossing for Small Leisure Craft - Following assessment of the latest survey data in the vicinity of the Raysand and Raysand Middle buoys, slightly deeper depths of water were identified to the East of the buoys current positions. After consultation with Trinity House, the Raysand and Raysand North buoys have been re- New position of Raysand 51º 39.84’ N. 001º 00.57’ E - New Position of Raysand North 51º 40.81’N 001º 00.57’E - *Note the Raysand Middle buoy has been permanently withdrawn. See Chartlets – NOT to be used for Navigation Chartlet 1 NOT TO BE USED FOR NAVIGATION Chartlet 2 NOT TO BE USED FOR NAVIGATION The Raysand and Raysand North yellow ‘special mark’ buoys are not marking a safe- Crossing the Raysand should only be undertaken by mariners with local knowledge after due consideration has been given to • Rise of tide • Weather conditions • Passage ideally undertaken on a flood tide only if in any doubt owners and master’s of vessel crossing to and from the River Blackwater to the River Crouch should do so via the Spitway route further to the East marked by the Swin Spitway and Whitaker Spitway light buoys. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 38 of 2023 CTTE Chartlet has been updated to show the position of the new buoyage. See the Download page (scroll down). |
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River Crouch Buoys - Mariners are advised that the following pairs of light buoys have been altered to an unsynchronized pattern. The current flash pattern remains the same: PAIR ONE Whitaker No.1 Lighted Buoy: 51° 40.530′ N, 001° 05.400′ E. Fl. G 5s Whitaker No.2 Lighted Buoy: 51° 40.250′ N, 001° 05.400′ E Fl. R 5s PAIR TWO Outer Crouch No.1 Lighted Buoy: 51° 38.703′ N, 000° 59.000′ E. Fl. G 5s Outer Crouch No.2 Lighted Buoy: 51° 38.622′ N, 000° 59.200′ E. Fl. R 5s PAIR THREE Outer Crouch No.3 Lighted Buoy: 51° 38.103′ N, 000° 57.843′ E. Fl. G 10s Outer Crouch No.4 Lighted Buoy: 51° 38.000′ N, 000° 58.000′ E. Fl. R 10s |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 37 of 2023 |
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River Orwell Dredging
Mariners are advised that dredging operations will be taking place in the Port of Ipswich and River Orwell. All Mariners are advised to keep clear and pass these vessels at slow speed. Both will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 68. For more information on the movements of these vessels contact Orwell Navigation Services on VHF Ch 68. Dredging operations will be carried out on the following dates: • Friday 14th July – Thursday 20th July by UKD Orca (trailer suction hopper dredger) • Saturday 12th August – Monday 21st August by UKD Seahorse (plough dredger) |
Ipswich (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners N0 21 of 2023 |
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Ipswich OGA 60th Jubilee
Mariners & Port users are advised of the OGA (Old Gaffers Association) 60th Jubilee Party from Wednesday 2nd August to Sunday 6th August. Vessels will be arriving steadily prior to Thursday afternoons Civic reception with the majority arriving Wednesday 2nd August and the morning of Thursday 3rd August. Post celebrations a ‘Parade of Sail’ will commence in groups. ONS will endeavour to create a free flow possibly as early as 1200 LT on Friday 4th August to facilitate a larger window for the departure of all the vessels. Further details of the remaining weekend of activities can be found at https://www.oga.org.uk/oga60/jubilee_party_and_cruise.html All barges and associated vessels will be monitoring VHF Ch 68 & 71. For more information contact Orwell Navigation Services on VHF Ch 68. This NTM is self- |
Ipswich (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 20 of 2023 |
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Swallowtail No 2 Lighted Buoy NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 2 Lighted Buoy in approximate position. 51° 40.843N, 001° 04.391E is temporarily off station for maintenance |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 36 of 2023 |
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HALFWAY REACH -
On or about Monday 24th July 2023, marine contractors working on behalf of City of London Corporation will commence works to decommission the former Barking Power Station and Outfall in Halfway Reach. These works include; removal of the existing outfall structure (inclusive of the cardinal mark and lights), dredging operations, decommissioning of the intake/outfall tunnels and diving operations which will take place using a variety of barges including crane barges, supply barges, Multi- An area of ‘works in progress’ will be established around the site for the duration of the works as indicated on the chartlet Requests for vessels to ‘proceed with caution’ or ‘pass at slow speed’ will be made by London VTS on VHF Ch.14, in accordance with the Port of London Authority’s Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, Section 4. When diving is taking place the dive platform will display International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee (RY)’, ‘Alpha (A)’ and a red flag in accordance with Byelaw 33 as appropriate: RY: A: Diver’s point of entry to water. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L26 of 2023
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Week 28 |
LONG REACH - Mariners are advised that contractors instructed by the operators of Vopak Jetty (Navigator Terminal) will carry out works to the jetty during the time periods in the below table: Start Date End Date Berth Monday 03rd July 2023 Friday 07th July 2023 1 Wednesday 11th July 2023 Sunday 13th July 2023 1 Wednesday 23rd August 2023 Friday 25th August 2023 2 Wednesday 30th August 2023 Friday 01st September 2023 2 These works will involve lifting operations and personnel working on the waterline. A crane barge, tugs, workboats and safety boats are expected to be in attendance on these works. Personnel can be expected to be working at any time during the above periods. The charlet shows the location of the works: Requirements to proceed with caution or at slow speed will be made in accordance with the procedures set out in the Port of London Authority’s Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, ‘Section 4’ with the International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee’, which are illustrated below, displayed. The display of these signals will be in addition to any lights or shapes required under local regulations and the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea. ‘ROMEO’ ‘YANKEE’ Further details will be broadcast as needed by London VTS on VHF channel 68. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L25 of 2023
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Dredging Operations – Port of Felixstowe Mariners are advised that on or about 10 July 2023 the Port of Felixstowe will be commencing dredging works to deepen berths 8 and 9 (see diagram below) for approximately 6 weeks.
For detailed information regarding the location of the dredging plant, please contact Harwich VTS (VHF channel 71) or listen to the daily VHF broadcasts. |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 45 of 2023
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Week 28 |
River Stour - Mariners are advised that on or about 2 July 2023 the dredger Barney (IMO 9740938) will commence ploughing in the harbour, River Stour and Mistley for approximately 1 week. Detailed dredger movements can be obtained from Harwich VTS on VHF Channel 71. Barney is 30.02m LOA with a draft of 1.8m |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 44 of 2023
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Week 28 |
Harwich Haven Dredging Operations – Tristao da Cunha Mariners are advised that on or about 01 July 2023 the trailing suction hopper dredger Tristao da Cunha (IMO: 9823493) will commence maintenance dredging in the Harwich Haven around the Port of Felixstowe berths, for a period of approximately 8 days. Materials will be disposed of at the Inner Gabbard. Detailed dredger movements can be obtained from Harwich VTS on VHF Channel 71. Lights and shapes as required by Collision Regulations will be exhibited and a listening watch on VHF Channel 71 will be maintained throughout. |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 43 of 2023
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Week 28 |
Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project: Dredging with backhoe dredger Goliath and Barges: From around 30 June 2023, for a period of about two weeks, the backhoe dredger Goliath (IMO number: 8342260) will be dredging in the Harwich Haven together with the self- The dredger will be supported by the multicat tug Nero (IMO number: 9641481). The dredging contractor is the Boskalis Westminster / Van Oord Joint Venture appointed by Harwich Haven Authority to carry out the Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project. The dredger will be operating in various locations in the harbour (See diagram HHA: A). For detailed information regarding the location of the dredging plant, please contact Harwich VTS or listen to the daily Channel Deepening VHF broadcasts. The backhoe dredger is positioned with three spud legs and will excavate strips along the channel, loading material into a split- The split- All vessels are subject to Harwich VTS Traffic Organisation. |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 42 of 2023
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Week 28 |
PORT OF GREAT YARMOUTH - MARINERS ARE ADVISED that piling works will be undertaken at berth 31 prior to pontoon installation for the Herring Bridge. See Annexes for detail of location. Expected dates: 29th June 2023 until 28th July 2023 Masters are advised to exercise caution when approaching or passing the work site, to keep well clear of the works area and to pass at the slowest safe manoeuvring speed. Swinging of vessels will not be permitted anywhere within the works area mentioned above. For further information please contact Great Yarmouth LPS on VHF (Ch 12, callsign ‘Yarmouth Radio’) or telephone 01493 335511.
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Port of Great Yarmouth (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 18 of 2023
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Week 28 |
Ipswich -
Mariners and Port Users are to be advised that ABP are currently in a large project with several partners: BT, Robok, HeroTech8, Kier and Connected Places Catapult. Together, the project team have built and tested the use of drones to carry out automatic ‘beyond visual line of sight’ (BVLOS) missions to monitor and control critical national infrastructure such as highways and ports. The first flights are to commence on Tuesday 04th July, and ABP will use the drone for operational, commercial, Marine and engineering use. Flight paths will include the Quayside and waterside on the port estate, and the lock gates and Marina inside the locks. More information about the project can be found here: |
Ipswich (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners NO 19 of 2023 |
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Week 28 |
Swallowtail No 3 Lighted Buoy NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that Swallowtail No 3 Lighted Buoy in approximate position. 51° 40.519N, 001° 03.487E is temporarily off station for maintenance. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 35 of 2023 |
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Week 28 |
London Array Wind Farm - Long Sand Outer 51°34.61’ N 001°28.33’ E Iso. 2 sec – top mark Missing –reported to Trinity House. |
Dated 18th June, 2023 |
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Week 27 |
RIVER THAMES - Mariners are advised that on or about the 23rd of June 2023 survey operations will take place between Sea Reach No 1 and a position NE of Black Deep No 10 Buoy shown in the area marked on the chartlet The survey operations will take approximately 5-
MINTIS will be towing Bathymetry, Sonar and Magnetometry equipment no further than 50m behind the vessel and will be carrying out a parallel- The MINTIS has been requested to keep clear of all vessels proceeding in the main shipping channels at all times and will keep a listening watch on VHF Channel 16/69. Further details of the survey works will be broadcast by London VTS. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L22 of 2023
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Week 27 |
RIVER THAMES - Mariners are advised that, during the periods listed in the table below, contractors instructed by the operators of Calor Gas Canvey Jetty will carry out works to the marine loading arm on the jetty. 1st period of works From 26th June 2023 To 30th June 2023 2nd period of works 01st August 2023 07th August 2023 Working times: 0800 – 1700 These works will involve heavy lifting operations by crane barge THAMES TRANSPORTER. Tug SILVER BEAM and workboats BADGER and/or MARY J are expected to be in attendance. The chartlet shows the general location of the works, indicated by the red rectangle: Requirements to proceed with caution or at slow speed will be made in accordance with the procedures set out in the Port of London Authority’s Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, ‘Section 4’ with the International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee’, which are illustrated below, displayed. The display of these signals will be in addition to any lights or shapes required under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea. ROMEO’ and ‘YANKEE’ Further details will be broadcast as needed by London VTS on VHF channel 68. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L23 of 2023
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Week 27 |
RIVER THAMES - Mariners are advised that there will be a Multi- Due to the nature of these exercises there may be enhanced traffic control measures undertaken from time to time in the Thames Barrier Control Zone, with the potential of one- To support these operations mariners are requested to pay special attention to their wash and draw- Further details will be broadcast by London VTS on VHF Channel 14 as required. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No M63 of 2023 |
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Week 27 |
Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project: Plough / Bed levelling Tug Operations: From around 28/06/23, the Subsea Construction Vessel, Assister (IMO: 9193783), will be carrying out plough / bed- Due to the nature of the rigging and towing arrangements, vessels should not come alongside the Assister during bed- The dredging contractor is the Van Oord / Boskalis Westminster Joint Venture appointed by Harwich Haven Authority to carry out the Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project. For detailed information regarding the location of the dredging plant, please contact Harwich VTS (VHF 71) or listen to the daily Channel Deepening VHF broadcasts (VHF 11). All vessels are subject to Harwich VTS Traffic Organisation. Given the increased frequency of vessel movements and dredging operations mariners are reminded of the importance of regulated vessel reporting requirements and necessity to maintain a good all- |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 41 of 2023
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Week 27 |
Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project: Plough Tug operations: From around the 23 June, the multicat Nero (IMO no. 9641481), will carry out plough dredging operations in the Harbour and approach channel. The tug will carry out ploughing operations with the plough on the seabed immediately behind the tug. The operations will take place in dredge areas A and B1 (See sketch HHA A/B1) See above The Nero will also act as a support tug for the Backhoe Dredger Goliath when it is operating in the Harbour (expected approx. 30/06/23). The dredging contractor is the Van Oord / Boskalis Westminster Joint Venture appointed by Harwich Haven Authority to carry out the Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project. For detailed information regarding the location of the dredging plant, please contact Harwich VTS or listen to the daily Channel Deepening VHF broadcasts. All vessels are subject to Harwich VTS Traffic Organisation. Given the increased frequency of vessel movements and dredging operations mariners are reminded of the importance of regulated vessel reporting requirements and necessity to maintain an all- |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 40 of 2023
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River Medway - Notice is hereby given of diving operations are due to take place at London Thamesport, work to inspect intake strainer pipework, support brackets and riverbed silt levels will commence on or around the 26/06/23 with an estimated completion date of 27/06/23, Diving operations will be conducted from workboat ‘Nipashore’ who will monitor VHF channel 74 at all times and notify Medway VTS when divers enter and exit the water, this is expected to be over the slack water periods. All dive ops will cease during the berthing/unberthing of ships, however, vessels arriving/departing London Thamesport should confirm the status of diving ops prior to manoeuvring. Approximate position of dive tender “Nipashore” All passing ships and leisure craft should navigate with caution and reduce their wash appropriately. Admiralty Chart No. 1834 refers. Further information may be obtained from Medway VTS on VHF Channel 74, call sign “Medway VTS” or telephone 0151 949 6148 or 0151 949 6650. |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 20 of 2023
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Week 27 |
Potton Buoys – River Roach Mariners are advised that Potton No 2 Lighted Buoy in approximate position 51° 34.284N, 000° 49.081E and Potton No 5 Lighted Buoy in approximate position 51° 34.650N, 000° 48.875E are both currently off station. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 34 of 2023 |
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Week 26 |
THAMES ESTUARY - Mariners are advised that new secondary channels have been established to the North and South of the Knock John Channel. In accordance with Admiralty Chart Correction 1830(P)/23 this channel should now be shown on all Admiralty and PLA chart products. The minimum depth within the new secondary channels is 9 metres and vessels which can safely navigate outside of the main Knock John Channel are encouraged to utilise this route, to deconflict from traffic using the main Knock John Channel. It should be noted that the provisions of General Direction 17 (Navigational Restrictions and Exclusions) still apply to traffic navigating in the secondary channel. NOTE the UKHO NtM in week 25 videe No 1830(P) in Week 22 for an alternative chartlet. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L21 of 2023
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Week 26 |
Horse Shoal Lighted Buoy NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that the Horse Shoal Lighted Buoy in approximate position: 51° 37.092N, 000° 51.504E is now lit. NOTICE TO MARINERS 26 of 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED Burnham Fairway Buoys No 3 and No 5 NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that the Burnham Fairway Buoys in approximate positions: Burnham Fairway No 3 at 51° 37.176N, 000° 50.014E Burnham Fairway No 5 at 51° 37.187N, 000° 49.667E are back on station. NOTICE TO MARINERS 31 of 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 33 and 32 of 2023 |
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Week 26 |
London Array Offshore Wind Farm (Outer Thames Estuary) Jack Up Operations (Ziton Wind Pioneer) All mariners are advised that the Jack- The estimated time of work is 10 days so weather dependant the completion date will be the 03/07/2023. Jack- Jack- Equipment will be periodically deployed and suspended from the vessel crane during jack up operations. Planned Locations and Restricted Access Zones location to be attended: WTG Latitude (WSG 84) Longitude (WSG 84) B10 51° 35.121'N 001° 28.029'E E02 51° 34.501'N 001° 33.146'E A 500m radius restricted zone will be in place, centred on the Wind Pioneer whilst pinned on location. If access is required to this zone for non- |
London Array Offshore Wind Farm Notice to Mariners 06 of 2023 rev 2 NOTE that rutbine B10 is on side of the southern 'dogleg' into Foulger's Gat and therefore caution will be needed. |
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Week 25 |
EAST COAST OF ENGLAND - Latitude 51° 51.170’N., Longitude 001° 34.400’E Amendment: On or about the 4th August 2023, for a period of approximately 8 weeks, the Sunk Inner Light Float will be replaced with a Safe Water Buoy, as follows: Light: L Fl 10s – Nominal Range of 9nm Hazard Warning Signal: Wave actuated bell AIS Transmission: MMSI 992351027 “Sunk Inner” Racon: Morse “T” X&S Band Further notice will be given when the Safe Water Buoy is removed and the Light Float is re- |
Trinity House Notices to Mariners No 16 of 2023 |
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Week 25 |
RIVER THAMES - Mariners are advised that on or about 16th June 2023, survey operations will begin at the former Barking Power Station outfall in the vicinity of Thunderer Jetty. The survey operations will take approximately 4 days. The survey works will be carried out by the OCEAN ECHOES. When surveying, the vessel will be restricted in her ability to manoeuvre and will display the appropriate lights and shapes. Vessels are requested to be mindful of their wash and pass at a safe distance. The vessel will keep a listening watch on VHF channel 68 and details of the survey works will be broadcast by London VTS. Further details may be broadcast by London VTS on VHF channel 68. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L19 of 2023
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Week 25 |
Burnham Fairway Buoys NAVIGATION Please note that the Burnham Fairway starboard lighted buoys listed below have been temporarily removed for annual maintenance. It is expected that they will be re- Burnham Fairway No 9 51° 37.327N, 000° 48.870E Burnham Fairway No 11 51° 37.430N, 000° 48.400E Burnham Fairway No 13 51° 37.492N, 000° 47.333E |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners No 28 of 2023 |
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Week 25 |
PORT OF GREAT YARMOUTH - MARINERS ARE HEREBY ADVISED Survey Vessel RS 11 will be conducting bathymetric survey activity of Great Yarmouth Port Limits & Approaches between the hours of 06:00am & 16:00pm daily from Monday 12th June, 2023 until Friday 16th June 2023 Due caution should be exercised by all vessels operating within the area highlighted in Green, shown in Fig 2- Mariners are reminded to maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 12 and notify RS 11 of intentions if passing within proximity. For further information please contact Great Yarmouth LPS on VHF Channel 12 (callsign ‘Yarmouth Radio’) or 01493 335511. |
Lowestoft (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 17 of 2023
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Week 25 |
IPSWICH -
Mariners and Port Users are advised that from Monday 3rd July the Environment Agency will be undergoing a planned 8 week period of Flood defence repairs in the vicinity of Debbage Yachting, the New Cut and Brett Aggregates Yard. Mariners are requested to keep well clear of any vessels supporting this maintenance programme throughout. See the plan for the areas of work below. |
Ipswich (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 15 of 2023
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Week 25 |
London Array Wind Farm Jack up Operations - All mariners are advised that the Jack-
Jack- Equipment will be periodically deployed and suspended from the vessel crane during jack up operations. |
London Array Wind Farm Notices to Mariners No 5 of 2023 Turbines K14 and G18 are well 'in- |
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Week 24 |
BLACK DEEP - This notice supersedes L18- On or about 04th June, the survey vessel SCOTIA will undertake a geophysical survey of the route for installation of the NeuConnect Interconnector, using subsurface towed sonar equipment, which will be deployed up to 100m behind the vessel. Survey operations in this area are expected to last up to 4 days. Survey operations will take place in the Black Deep channel and approaches, within the area defined in red on the chartlet and the vessel will operate in both a NNE and SSW direction within the survey box. The vessel will keep a listening watch on VHF Channel 69 and details of the survey works will be broadcast by London VTS.
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Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L22 of 2023
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Week 24 |
Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project: Plough Tug operations - From around the 01 June 2023, the tug Till (IMO no. 9487029), will carry out plough dredging operations in the Harbour and approach channel. The tug will carry out ploughing operations with the plough on the seabed immediately behind the tug. The operations will take place in dredge areas A and B1 and also occasionally in G and H (See diagrams HHA A/B1 and HHA G/H) The dredging contractor is the Van Oord / Boskalis Westminster Joint Venture appointed by Harwich Haven Authority to carry out the Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project. For detailed information regarding the location of the dredging plant, please contact Harwich VTS or listen to the daily Channel Deepening VHF broadcasts. All vessels are subject to Harwich VTS Traffic Organisation. Mariners are reminded of the importance of regulated vessel reporting requirements, maintaining a listening watch on channel 71 and a good all- This notice replaces 32- |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 38 of 2023
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Week 24 |
Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project: Dredging Operations – Water Injection Dredger Maas Mariners are advised that on or about 01 June 2023 the water injection dredger Maas (IMO: 9067441) will commence water injection dredging operations in the Harwich Haven for a period of approximately 7 days. Detailed dredger movements can be obtained from Harwich VTS on VHF Channel 71. |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 37 of 2023 |
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Week 24 |
Temporary Deployment of Scientific Equipment From 01 June 2023 until approximately 04 July 2023 scientific equipment will be deployed in the River Stour in the following positions (see table 1 & picture 1): Frame Number Lat Long ADCP1 51o 57’.214 N 001 o 15’.821 E ADCP2 51 o 57’.273 N 001 o 17’.541 E Table 1: GPS co- The scientific instruments measure 1m in length and stand approximately 0.5m in height above the river bed. Each instrument will be marked with a yellow buoy with a special topmark and flashing yellow light - Prior to deployment the multicat vessel Coastal Surveyor (pictured below), callsign 2DLF9, will carry out a mulit- Picture 2: multi- Mariners are advised navigate with additional caution in this area and with the exception of small racing dingies, are requested not to pass within 35m of the yellow buoys. All mariners navigating in the immediate vicinity should ensure sufficient additional underkeel clearance for their vessel to pass safely. |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 36 of 2023
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Week 24 |
Peel Ports Medway - Notice is hereby given that after two rounds of public consultation and discussions with specific port user groups the decision has been made to allow the proposed RIB experience rides at Chatham/Sun Pier to operate for an initial trial period. The operator will be permitted to run the boat trips for a four week trial over the specified dates below: Saturday 22nd July 2023 Saturday 29th July Saturday 5th August Friday 11th August The Harbour Master has given the operator specific dispensation to exceed the 6 knot speed limit in the prescribed area of operation as per the original request. During the trial period Peel Ports marine management team will evaluate the operation from a safety of navigation perspective and assess the impact, if any, on other river users. Anyone wanting to highlight an unsafe act relating to the RIB rides should do so by e- Anybody not aware of the proposed activity should read the summary which formed part of the consultation process, further is a chart denoting the specific area of operation. Download the summary and chartlet here. |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 17 of 2023 |
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Week 24 |
River Medway - Notice is hereby given that work to inspect the structural condition of Grain LNG Jetties 8, 9 and 10 is expected to commence on the 7th June 2023 taking approximately 2 – 3 weeks to complete. Inspection work will take place above and below the waterline with contractors working underneath the jetty structures. Diving and structural survey work will be carried out with support vessels ‘Renate II’, ‘Avocet’ and “Westbourne” in attendance at all times, all craft will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 74 at all times. Grain LNG Jetties are located at the following approximate positions: No.8 Jetty 51° 25.93 N 000° 42.18 E No. 9 Jetty 51° 25.95 N 000° 42.39 E No.10 Jetty 51° 25.94 N 000° 42.55 E Dive support craft will display the required signals for respective operations, all vessels are requested to pass with extreme caution, minimise their wash and monitor VHF Ch.74 at all times. Admiralty Chart No. 1834 refers. Further information may be obtained from Medway VTS on VHF Channel 74, call sign “Medway VTS” or telephone 0151 949 6148 or 0151 949 6650. (Recorded Lines) |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 18 of 2023 |
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Week 24 |
The Wash - Notice is Hereby Given that commencing over a period of approximately 8 days from the 3rd June, survey operations will be undertaken in the Wash and North Sea. A- 1. Survey Area Figure 1: Survey Area Lincs Offshore Windfarm Export Cables - Table 2: Location of Survey Area Lincs OWF EC Survey Points Latitude D M.M Longitude D M.M Start 53 52.6287 N 0 14.2719 E End 53 6.4275 N 0 29.2129 E Date & Duration The survey will commence over a duration of approximately 8 days from 3rd June. Vessel Name: FPV Morven Length: 20m Breadth: 6m Draft: 2m Call sign: MBFQ6 Contact: 07723075399 / 07956319281 |
KING'S LYNN CONSERVANCY BOARD Notices to Mariners 16 of 2023.
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The Wash - Notice is Hereby Given that commencing over a period of approximately 6 days starting at the earliest by 6th June and completing by 16th June, survey operations will be undertaken in the Wash and North Sea. A- 1. Survey Area Table 2: Location of Survey Area Race Bank EC Survey Points Latitude D M.M Longitude D M.M Start 52 50.9425 N 0 14.4437 E End 53 1.6664 N 0 25.804 E Date & Duration The survey will commence over a duration of approximately 6 days starting at the earliest on the 6th June and completing by 16th June. Vessel Name: FPV Morven Length: 20m Breadth: 6m Draft: 2m Call sign: MBFQ6 Contact: 07723075399 / 07956319281 |
KING'S LYNN CONSERVANCY BOARD Notices to Mariners 15 of 2023.
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Week 24 |
London Array Offshore Wind Farm (Outer Thames Estuary) Jack Up Operations (Ziton Wind) - All mariners are advised that the Jack- Current works completed |
London Array Offshore Wind Farm Notices to Mariners No 3 of 2023 |
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Week 24 |
River Crouch - NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that Horse Shoal Lighted Buoy in approximate position: 51° 37.092N 000° 51.504E is unlit. |
Crouch Harbour Authority No 26 of 2023 |
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Week 23 |
Harwich Harbour - Mariners are advised that on or about 30 May 2023 the tug boat Jean T (IMO: 9067441) will commence plough dredging operations in the Harwich Haven for a period of approximately 5- days at the following locations: • Fishermen’s moorings • Halfpenny Pier • Shotley channel • Harbour Masters’ Jetty Detailed dredger movements can be obtained from Harwich VTS on VHF Channel 71. |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 35 of 2023 |
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Week 23 |
Ipswich Restricted Lock Times
Mariners and Port Users are advised from Friday 26th May to Tuesday 30th May there are restricted lock times. Commencing Friday 26th at 0800 there will be 1x Lock Out on the even hour and 1x Lock In on the odd hour. If water levels are very low there is the possibility of no locks 1 hour either side of Low Water. If there is a large surge the restrictions could be lifted earlier. Please contact ONS (Orwell Navigation Services) for more up to date information. |
Ipswich (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 12 of 2023 |
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Week 23 |
East Coast of England - UKD “Cherry Sand” Dredging Disposal West Stones Disposal site HU143. Mariners are advised that from the PM tide 1st June 2023 through until the PM Tide 10th June 2023, UKD Vessel “Cherry Sand” will be carrying out maintenance dredging for the safety of shipping within the enclosed Docks King’s Lynn. Each operational tide the “Cherry Sand” will depart King’s Lynn Docks 1 hour to High water and proceed to the disposal area in the vicinity of the West Stones Beacon (52° 49.7’N 000° 21.1’E). The disposal area is marked by 2 Yellow marker buoys;- • SGNW buoy Fl.Y.5s 52°50.615’N 000°21.135’E. Discharge will be carried out at approximately High Water followed by return to King’s Lynn Docks about 30 minutes after high water. Mariners are requested to keep clear when the vessel is arriving and departing the Docks and on the disposal area as the vessel will be restricted in its ability to manoeuvre, and to navigate with caution whilst these works are taking place. The “Cherry Sand” will monitor VHF channel 14. |
KING'S LYNN CONSERVANCY BOARD Notices to Mariners 14 of 2023. |
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Week 22 |
RIVER THAMES - Mariners are advised that on or about 18th May 2023, Tideway Tunnel Project deliveries will commence for works to remove the temporary cofferdam wall at King Edward Memorial Park, near Shadwell Basin. Works will take approximately 12 months. The area of works is shown in red on the chartlet. Works may involve excavation, pile removal, dredging and laying of scour protection using a variety of crane barges, jack up barges, supply barges, tugs, work boats and multicat vessels. The vessels will maintain a listening watch on VHF channel 14. At times, requests for vessels to proceed with caution or pass at slow speed will be made by London VTS on VHF ch.14, in accordance with the Port of London Authority’s Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, section 4. International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee (RY)’ will be displayed accordingly. Vessels are requested to be mindful of the nature of the works, to be aware of vessels proceeding to and from the works, and of their wash when passing, particularly during crane lifting operations. Separate Notices will be issued for any diving operations taking place as part of these works. Further details will be broadcast by London VTS on VHF Channel 14. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No M54 of 2023
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Week 22 |
Piling Operations at Fambridge Yacht Haven INFORMATION Please be advised that Piling Operations at Fambridge Yacht Haven are now complete. NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 20 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners No 25 of 2023 |
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Week 21 |
Lowestoft Inner Harbour – Gull Wing Barge Activity in Vicinity of the Turning Circle off Silo Quay
Mariners and port users are advised that barge activity is scheduled to take place in the vicinity of the turning circle off Silo Quay, Lowestoft Inner Harbour area. Works are scheduled to commence from 10th May and take until approx. 2nd June to complete. Area of Barge Operations - Works will involve piling to accommodate a waiting pontoon in this position. Barges will be moored in approximate positions as per below diagram, but barge configuration may change to accommodate works requirements. The barge positions should be outside of the turning circle (overlayed on the diagram). If largest vessels are scheduled to be turned in this position then the Eastern most barge will be moved to accommodate this. Barges will be lit by flashing white lights during hours of darkness. |
Lowestoft (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 22 of 2023
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Week 21 |
London Array Offshore Wind Farm (Outer Thames Estuary) - Revision 2 Change of Vessel. All mariners are advised that the MMS Supreme will be on site approximately from the 18/05/2023 for the summer period. They will be carrying out oil exchanges to 90 wind turbine generators at various locations within the London Array windfarm Whilst the MMS Superior is in operations within the windfarm a 500m exclusion zone will be placed around the vessel. If access is required to this zone for non- |
London Array Offshore Wind Farm Notices to Mariners No 4 V2 of 2023 The turbines to be visited are not specified so call up a work boat before entering Foulger's Gat.
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Week 20 |
Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project: Temporary buoy moves – Update 10 On or around 03/05/2023 a number of Harbour buoys will be moved to temporary positions approximately 50m outside the channel limits to allow for dredging operations. Table A below shows the buoys which are to be moved to their temporary positions: Table B below shows all the buoys which, following this move, will be in temporary positions, approximately 50 – 60m outside the channel toe lines. TABLE A: Temporary positions, Buoy Name: Distance moved: Direction moved: Latitude: Longitude: College TEMP 50m 230° 51° 57.531'N 001° 17.298'E Shotley Spit TEMP 55m 251° 51° 57.213'N 001° 17.659'E TABLE B: Temporary positions, Buoy Name: Distance moved: Direction moved: Latitude: Longitude: Guard TEMP 45m 263° 51° 57.073'N 001° 17.821'E Grisle TEMP 50m 244° 51° 56.878'N 001° 18.233'E North Shelf TEMP 55m 267° 51° 56.470'N 001° 18.444'E South Shelf TEMP 55m 267° 51° 56.161'N 001° 18.465'E Fort TEMP 55m 088° 51° 56.207'N 001° 18.916'E NW Beach TEMP 50m 087° 51° 55.887'N 001° 18.912'E College TEMP 50m 230° 51° 57.531'N 001° 17.298'E Shotley Spit TEMP 55m 251° 51° 57.213'N 001° 17.659'E Cross Buoy TEMP 50m. 190° 51°56.203'N 001°30.471'E Haven Buoy TEMP 50m. 211° 51°55.738'N 001°32.541'E North Threshold TEMP 65m 270° 51° 54.497 N 001° 33.426’E Southwest Shipwash TEMP 50m 090° 51° 54.748’N 001° 34.250’E Walker TEMP 70m 091° 51° 53.789’N 001° 33.970’E The buoys in Table B will be moved back to their designated positions once the dredging is completed. A separate Notice to Mariners will be issued when the buoys are relocated. For detailed information regarding this operation, please contact Harwich VTS (VHF 71) or listen to the daily Channel Deepening VHF broadcasts (VHF 11). |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 30 of 2023 |
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Week 20 |
IPSWICH TIDAL BARRIER TESTS
Mariners are advised that the dates and times listed below Environment Agency will be conducting routine tests and maintenance to the Ipswich Tidal Barrier. During this period the river will be closed off between the Tidal Barrier and Stoke Bridge. Upon completion of the barrier closure, the barrier will be re- Vessels approaching Ipswich Lock may experience additional currents as they make their approach. Caution needs to be taken by small vessels navigating in the vicinity of the lock/barrier at the time of opening. Vessel bound to the area upstream of the Tidal Barrier should at all times observe the Red/Green traffic lights at the Barrier.
For more information contact Orwell Navigation Services on VHF Ch 68. |
Ipswich (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 7 of 2023 |
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EAST COAST OF ENGLAND - Latitude 52° 55.482’N., Longitude 001° 18.990’E. Amendment: Due to essential maintenance, from 15th May 2023, the nominal range of the main light will be reduced to 18 nautical miles, until further notice. All other characteristics to remain unaltered. |
Trinity House Notice to Mariners No 14 of 2023 |
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Week 19 |
RIVER THAMES -
On or about the 18th May 2023, the dredger BORR will commence water injection dredging at Cemex Dagenham. Dredging will take place on the ebb tide only, with an expected completion around the 31st May 2023. The chartlet Indicates the approximate footprint of the works. The dredge vessel should display lights and signals as per the International Regulations for Prevention of Collision at Sea (27). Requests for vessels to proceed with caution or pass at slow speed will be made by London VTS on VHF Ch.14, in accordance with the Port of London Authority’s Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, section 4. During times where this is applicable, the vessels involved in the operation should display ‘RY’ signals. Further details will be broadcast by London VTS on VHF Channel 14. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L15 of 2023
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Week 19 |
RIVER THAMES -
On or about Monday 15th May 2023, marine contractors working on behalf of Canary Wharf Management will be undertaking maintenance works on Canary Wharf Pier which are expected to take about three- To support these works pontoons will be moored in various locations around the pier, however, services using the pier will not be obstructed. Contractors will be working Monday to Friday between the hours of 07:00 to 17:00; Saturday and Sunday working hours will be 07:00 to 15:00. However, the pontoons will be moored alongside 24/7. The SS PIONEER will be on station during working hours and maintain a watch on VHF Channel 14. Requirements to proceed with caution or at slow speed will be made in accordance with the procedure set out in the Port of London Authority’s (PLA) Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, ‘Section 4’ with the International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee (RY) displayed. River users should be aware that pontoons and workers will be located on the inside of the pier and therefore not visible. Masters of passing vessels should have due regard for the effects of their wash including the possibility of rebound from the river wall and the combined effect of wash from other vessels. Further details will be broadcast by London VTS on VHF Channel 14 as required. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No M47 of 2023 |
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Week 19 |
Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project: Dredging with backhoe dredger Goliath and Barges: From around 1 May 2023, for a period of about three weeks, the backhoe dredger Goliath (IMO number: 8342260) will be dredging in the Harbour together with the self- barges, Pieter Caland (IMO number: 9516662) and Cornelis Lely: (IMO number: 9516674). The dredger will be supported by either the tug, Duchess (IMO number: 9928944) or Till (IMO number: 9487029). The dredging contractor is the Boskalis Westminster / Van Oord Joint Venture appointed by Harwich Haven Authority to carry out the Harwich Haven Channel Deepening Project. The dredger will be operating in a number of locations in the Harbour, generally close to the toe line between the Babergh, College and Shotley Spit Buoys. (See diagram HHA: A above). For detailed information regarding the location of the dredging plant, please contact Harwich VTS or listen to the daily Channel Deepening VHF broadcasts. The backhoe dredger is located with three spud legs and will excavate strips along the channel, loading material into a split- The split- All vessels are subject to Harwich VTS Traffic Organisation. |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 26 of 2023
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Week 18 |
RIVER THAMES - Control measures will be put in place to facilitate the safe arrival, departure and berthing of ships over 200m LOA at Greenwich Ship Tier. Seasonal Special Mark On or about Friday 5th May 2023, the seasonal lit yellow special mark (Fl.Y.2) will be placed on the southern limits of the navigational channel at Blackwall Point. This buoy will remain in place until approximately Monday 2nd October 2023. The chartlet indicates the buoy’s position: Navigation Safety Zone During arrival and departure of ships over 200m, a navigation safety zone will be established around each ship. The safety zone will extend 750 metres ahead to 250 metres astern of the ship between Margaretness and Greenwich Ship Tier. All vessels should remain clear of this zone unless authorised by the attending Harbour Service Launch which will be undertaking Local Traffic Control supported by London VTS. All vessels navigating in the vicinity of these ships are to pay particular attention to these movements and maintain a continuous watch on VHF Channel 14, following instructions from the attendant Harbour Service Launches displaying blue flashing lights; call sign prefix ‘THAMES PATROL’. Schedule of Ships The below table indicates the scheduled arrivals and departures of ships, correct at the time of publishing. Dates and times may be subject to change or cancellation. Vessel Vessel Arrival Vessel Departure Date Time Date Time VIKING NEPTUNE 08/05/23 03:00 10/05/23 16:30 VIKING VENUS 26/05/23 06:00 28/05/23 19:00 VIKING VENUS 23/06/23 05:00 25/06/23 17:30 VIKING VENUS 21/07/23 04:00 23/07/23 04:30 VIKING MARS 30/07/23 23:30 03/08/23 02:15 VIKING JUPITER 22/08/23 05:00 24/08/23 18:00 VIKING MARS 28/08/23 10:30 30/08/23 12:30 VIKING VENUS 15/09/23 14:00 17/09/23 14:30 AMADEA 30/09/23 02:00 01/10/23 03:00 |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No M44 of 2023
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Week 18 |
RIVER CROUCH - NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 6 Lighted Buoy in approximate position: 51° 39.351N, 001° 02.000E is unlit. RIVER CROUCH - INFORMATION Mariners are advised that the annual maintenance programme to service navigation buoys and marks will commence on Tuesday 25th April 2023 and is expected to take approximately 8 weeks. The work will take place between Hullbridge and the Whitaker Buoy. Works will be carried out by the vessel JUMBO which will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channels 11 and 16. All vessels are requested to pass JUMBO at a safe distance and at slow speed, with minimum wash whilst the vessel is carrying out servicing duties. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners Nos 24 and 23 of 2023 |
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Week 18 |
RAMSGATE HARBOUR - Mariners are advised that the Grab Dredger ‘CH Horn’ will be undertaking a dredging campaign in the Royal Harbour, mainly below the Port Control area, commencing 24th April 2023, for up to 4 weeks. The dredger will be monitoring VHF Ch.14 Vessels are requested to pass at low speed. Royal Temple Yacht Club Temporary Yacht Racing Marks Mariners are advised that the following yacht race marks, all unlit yellow spherical/conical buoys, have been placed in the following positions: Buoys name Kent Decking 51°19.12N, 01°24.58E, Yellow Spherical (ex. Stonar) Stonar 51°18.76N, 01°26.35E, Yellow Spherical (ex. Euromarine) Icom 51°17.72N, 01°26.35E, Yellow Conical It is intended to deploy a 4th (Ramsgate Sailing School) later in the season at the old Ivor Thomas Amusements location – and will advise when this is completed.. Ramsgate Sailing School 51°17.75N, 01°27.14E, Yellow Conical (ex. Ivor Thomas) |
Ramsgate Royal Harbour Notices to Mariners Nos 7 AND 8 of 2023 |
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Week 17 |
RIVER ORWELL -
Recent reports from commercial shipping have reported 3 yachts encroaching the Ipswich navigational channel between No4 buoy and Fox’s buoy. Mariners are requested to be vigilant and keep a safe distance especially during night time transits and restricted visibility a separate notice to mariner will be issued upon the yachts being repositioned. Mariners are advised to keep a wide berth from these vessels during dredging operations and maintain a listening watch on VHF Ch. 68. |
Ipswich (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 5 of 2023
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Week 17 |
Blakeney Harbour - The harbour entrance channel has moved further east and the Hjordis East marker is therefore no longer required and will not be relaid. The wreck of the Hjordis lies 250 metres west of the harbour entrance channel. The isolated danger beacon remains in place on the wreck and all vessels should maintain a safe distance from the beacon. Hjordis wreck isolated danger beacon latitude and longitude: N 52° 59.018’ E 000° 58.144’ Hjordis wreck isolated danger beacon light sequence:: Fl(2) 5 Please continue to follow the channel marked by green spar buoys numbered 1, 3, and 5 to navigate beyond the bar. Do not attempt to cross the bar more than 3 hours before high water or more than 3 hours after high water. Up to date positions and light sequences of the channel markers can be found on the BHA website. |
Dated 14th April, 2023 |
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Week 16 |
HARWICH HARBOUR - Ha’penny Pier is manned by Harwich Haven Authority personnel between the hours of 0800 and 1100 and 1300 and 1800 (including weekends and bank holidays) during the period between Monday 3 April to Friday 27 October 2023. During the off season – between 28 October 2023 and 31 March 2024 – the pontoon area is unmanned by Harwich Haven Authority personnel. Vessels are still permitted to use the berths in accordance with the areas marked on the map (below) but mooring preferences will always be given to fishing vessels. Mooring is free on the Ha’penny Pier pontoons during the off season. However, vessels can only stay in the pontoon area for 24 hours in any 7- Haven Authority). During the off- facilities, which are located on Ha’penny Pier. Card payments only. The full notice provides a plan and full details. Download the pdf here:
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Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 21 of 2023 |
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Week 14 |
Harwich Harbour - On or before the 01 April 2023 the following seasonal recreational marks will be reinstated: Pennyhole - Cork Ledge Racing Mark - Armada Racing Mark - Fox’s - Cobbolds Point Buoy - Dovercourt Bay - 51° 55’.97 N 001° 17’.39 E 51° 55’.81 N 001° 16’.99 E 51º 55'.65 N 001º 16'.59 E 51º 55'.63 N 001º 16'.55 E 51° 55‘.40 N 001° 16‘.48 E 51º 55'.18 N 001º 16'.42 E Shotley Horse - Speed Limit Marker Buoy - Beacon Hill - |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 17 of 2023 |
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Week 13 |
London Array Offshore Wind Farm (Outer Thames Estuary)
Potential Exposed and Shallow Buried HV Export Cables - Results of the 2022 London Array export cable survey. The chart lists the potential exposures / shallow burial on the four export cables that connect the wind farm to shore at: • Area 1 - • Area 2 - • Area 3 - • Area 4 - Description Please find attached a chart and tables below listing the four exposures/shallow burial areas along the cable route. Blue Transmission London Array Limited (“BTLAL”) would like to highlight the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (“UKHO”) publication - There are no immediate plans for remediation as the areas highlighted (other than the Britned crossing) have not stabilised and are experiencing cycles of exposure followed by reburial. However, the situation is being monitored and will be subject to further annual surveys. __________________________________________________________________________________ Please find attached a chart and tables below listing the four exposures/shallow burial areas along the cable route. Blue Transmission London Array Limited (“BTLAL”) would like to highlight the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (“UKHO”) publication - __________________________________________________________________________________ |
London Array Wind Farm Notices to Mariners No 2 of 2023 The full notice has additional details of locations. Download the pdf as required.
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Week 12 |
Burnham Yacht Harbour – Yellow Lighted Special Mark NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that the Yellow Lighted Special Mark at the entrance to Burnham Yacht Harbour in approximate position: 51° 37.502N, 000° 48.235E is currently East of its charted position. When entering Burnham Yacht Harbour vessels should pass to the West of the buoy. Black Edge No 1 Lighted Buoy – River Roach NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that Black Edge No 1 Lighted Buoy in approximate position: 51° 35.230N, 000° 48.190E is unlit. Burnham Fairway No 7 Lighted Buoy NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that Burnham Fairway No 7 Lighted Buoy in approximate position: 51° 37.239N, 000° 49.157E is now lit. NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 9 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy in approximate position: 51° 38.000N, 000° 58.000E is back on station. NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 8 OF 2023 IS HEREBY CANCELLED Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that Whitaker No 4 lighted buoy in approximate position: 51°39.757 N, 001°03.478 E is back on station. NOTICE TO MARINERS NO 3 & 4 OF 2023 ARE HEREBY CANCELLED |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners nos 15 to 11 of 2023 |
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Week 11 |
Port of Rochester – Bridge Reach - Notice is hereby given that a sunken vessel has been reported in Bridge Reach, Rochester. The vessel which is believed to have sunk on it’s moorings could pose a hazard to navigation, the obstruction is located at the Acorn moorings in the following approximate position: 51° 23.595 N – 000° 30.187 E A salvage operation will be mounted in the coming weeks to recover to vessel but until removed mariners are advised to keep clear of the area and navigate with caution. Once recovered, a cancellation to this notice will be issued. Admiralty Chart No. 1835 refers. Further information may be obtained from Medway VTS on VHF Channel 74, call sign “Medway VTS” or telephone 0151 949 6148 or 0151 949 6650 |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 9 of 2023
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Week 11 |
Raysand North NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that the Raysand North Buoy in approximate position: 51° 40.700N, 000° 59.500E is off station. Please note that this Buoy will not be re- A Notice to Mariners will be promulgated at that time. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners No 10 of 2023 |
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Week 10 |
Harwich Harbour - On or after the 1st March 2023 the following seasonal recreational mark will be reinstated: Harwich Shelf - |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 10 of 2023 |
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Week 10 |
The Swale – Ferry Reach - Notice is hereby given that work to inspect the Sheppey Crossing bridge structure is due to commence 13th March 2023. The work, which is expected to be completed by 18th March 2023, will involve inspections of the underside of the bridge using of an underbridge access rig mounted on a lorry. The use of this access machine will mean that roped access scaffolding will not be required to reach and inspect the underside of the structure and enable work to be undertaken quickly, effectively with the least impact to the Swale Navigation and Sheppey Crossing users. All inspection works will be carried out during daytime, off peak working hours (09:00hrs - Bridge Access Machinery Safety Boat ‘Protector’ The safety boat ‘Protector’ will be stationed adjacent to the bridge at all times that work is underway, Protector will be in contact with the inspection team, the Kingsferry Bridge operator and will monitor VHF Channel 74 at all times. Commercial shipping movements will not be affected, however, ship’s transit times will be passed to the inspection team who will retract the machinery to allow vessels to pass safely. Admiralty Chart No. refers. 2572 Further information may be obtained from Medway VTS on VHF Channel 74, call sign “Medway VTS” or telephone 0151 949 6148 or 0151 949 6650. |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 3 of 2023
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Week 07 |
EAST COAST OF ENGLAND - Amendment: On or about the 7th February 2023, two experimental lighted buoys are to be temporarily established for approximately 8 weeks, as follows:- Position: Latitude 51° 53.500’N., Longitude 001° 24.600’E Characteristics: Yellow buoy: yellow ‘x’ topmark: Fl (5) Y 20s Position: Latitude 51° 54.000’N., Longitude 001° 25.900’E Characteristics: Red buoy with red can shaped structure: red can topmark: Fl R 2.5s Mariners are advised that the lighted buoys have no navigational significance. Further notice will be given when the buoys are removed. |
Trinity House Notices to Mariners No 3 of 2023 |
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Week 07 |
Outer Crouch No 4 – Lighted Buoy NAVIGATION Outer Crouch No 4 – Lighted Buoy Mariners are advised that the Outer Crouch No 4 Lighted Buoy in approximate position: 51° 38.000N, 000° 58.000E is off station. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners No 8 of 2023 |
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Week 06 |
Blakeney Harbour entrance - The Hijordis East marker has been removed from its position for work to be carried out. A temporary yellow cone shaped buoy marked DZ4 has been put in it’s place. We will advise when the marker is reinstated. |
Blakeney Harbour Association 25 January 2023 |
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Week 05 |
The Wash - Mariners are advised that due to changes in the profile of the approach channel to King’s Lynn, the following amendments to buoyage shall be carried on or about 23rd January 2023: No.13 light buoy to be moved approx 110 metres x 245° to 52° 52’.020N 000°21’.540E No.14 light buoy to be moved approx 150 metres x 245° to 52° 51’.685N 000°21’.320E No.17 light buoy to be moved approx 50 metres x 280° to 52° 51’.470N 000°20’.960E No.16 light buoy to be moved approx 80 metres x 295° to 52° 51’.355N 000°21’.050E No.19 light buoy to be moved approx 200 metres x 340° to 52° 51’.290N 000°20’.920E Works will be carried out by the work boat “St Edmund”. All passing craft are requested to pass at minimum speed whilst the “St Edmund” is conducting buoying operations.”. Please contact the St Edmund via VHF ch 14, or Harbour Office, for further information. |
KING'S LYNN CONSERVANCY BOARD Notice to Mariners No 08/2023 |
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Week 03 |
RIVER THAMES - Mariners are advised that, from Friday 6th January onwards, contractors instructed by the operators of the Calor Gas Canvey terminal will re- These works will have no effect on the jetty’s navigational lights; and are expected to be complete by 13th October 2023. The location of the works is shown in the chartlet Requirements to proceed with caution or at slow speed will be made in accordance with the procedures set out in the Port of London Authority’s Port Information Guide, under ‘London VTS’, ‘Section 4’ with the International Code Flags ‘Romeo Yankee (RY)’, which are illustrated below, displayed. Further details will be broadcast as needed by London VTS on VHF channels 68 & 69. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L01 of 2023
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Week 03 |
RIVER MEDWAY - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following Local Notice to Mariners issued by Peel Ports London Medway remain in force, all others have been cancelled with effect from today. NtoM 02 of 2022 – Isle of Grain LNG Jetties 8 & 10 exclusion zone + chart NtoM 03 of 2022 – LNG Vessel Transit and Manoeuvres NtoM 04 of 2022 – Pilot Transfer Arrangements & Declaration NtoM 07 of 2022 – The Swale – Queenborough ATL – Reduction in speed when passing NtoM 08 of 2022 – Wreck of the SS Richard Montgomery – Prohibited Area NtoM 17 of 2022 – Peel Ports London Medway – Department for Transport Statement NtoM 58 of 2022 – Dredging Operations – BP IOG Jetty No.1 NtoM 59 of 2022 – The Swale – Kingsferry Bridge – Period of Restricted Operation Copies of current Notice To Mariners may be obtained from the Peel Ports website at - https://www.peelports.com/marine- Further information may be obtained from Medway VTS on VHF Channel 74, call sign “Medway VTS’ or telephone 0151 949 6148 or 0151 949 6650. |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 1 of 2023 |
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Dredging Operations at Royal Harwich Yacht Club and Woolverstone Marina
Dredging operations will be undertaken in the River Orwell at Woolverstone Marina as follows: - - Mariners are advised to keep a wide berth from these vessels during dredging operations and maintain a listening watch on VHF Ch. 68. |
Ipswich (ABP) Notices to Mariners No 01 of 2023
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Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy – River Crouch NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that the Whitaker No 4 Lighted Buoy has been retrieved from: 51° 40.936N 001° 06.247E but remains off station from its charted position. Notice to Mariners Remaining in Force as of 1st January 2023 lease be advised that the following Notice to Mariners remain in force: 2015: No: 2 of 2015 – Ship Generated Waste Notification 2016: No:25 of 2016 – Paglesham Reach, River Roach No:35 of 2016 – River Roach – Paglesham Boatyard 2017: No:17 of 2017 – Buxey Edge Obstruction No:18 of 2017 – Essex Marina – Excessive Wash No:41 of 2017 – Power Cables – River Roach, Paglesham Creek 2018: No:11 of 2018 – COLREGS Rule 9 Narrow Channels 2019: No:24 of 2019 – Foul Anchorage, River Roach – Quay Reach 2020: No:33 of 2020 – Increase in River Swimmers, Inflatable and Personal Watercraft 2021: No:28 of 2021 – Buoy Changes in Swallowtail and Whitaker Navigation Channels No:43 of 2021 – Raysand Channel 2022: No:16 of 2022 – Polite Notice – Not permitted to moor vessels on navigation buoy marks. No:21 of 2022 – Areas of High- No 24 of 2022 – Inappropriate and improper mooring. No 26 of 2022 – Refurbishment Work to Bridgemarsh Marina. No 30 of 2022 – Re- No 31 of 2022 – River Crouch Survey Findings. No 34 of 2022 – Removal of Town Pontoon. No 39 of 2022 – Dangerous East Coast Wreck. No 51 of 2022 – Dredging Operations at Burnham Yacht Harbour. All other Notices to Mariners are hereby cancelled. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners No 4 and 1 of 2023 |
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River Medway – Chatham Dock - Notice is hereby given that: work to repair Chatham North Lock, after the allision in March 2022, has been completed and final testing is currently underway. The current suspension of vessel traffic movements into and out of Chatham Dock is due to be lifted on 3rd January 2023. A hydrographic survey of the lock approaches will be carried out on 22nd December 2022, new limiting depths will be shared with all relevant stakeholders as soon as the survey data has been assessed. South Lock Chatham South Lock remains inoperative with further work required, the completion and re- Admiralty Chart No. 1835 refers. |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 19 of 2022 (Update) |
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RIVER THAMES - Mariners are hereby advised that the two vertical green lights on the upper dolphin at the West end of the Oikos 2 Jetty (approximate position 51°30.23N 000°33.28’E) are extinguished. Mariners are instructed to navigate with caution until this has been resolved. We will issue a further notice once this has been resolved. For the latest information, contact London VTS on VHF channel 68 or telephone 01474 562215. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No L23 of 2022
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Week 52 |
Dredging Operations at Burnham Yacht Harbour INFORMATION Please be advised that Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd will be undertaking their Annual Maintenance Dredging Operations in the approach to and within Burnham Yacht Harbour, Burnham on Crouch, Essex, between approximately 22nd December 2022 and 31st May 2023. Dredging Operations will be carried out by Motor Vessel BEAVER. Caution should be taken when entering and leaving the Marina whilst Dredging Operations are in progress. For additional information please contact: Burnham Yacht Harbour Marina Ltd Tel 01621 782150 |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners No 51 of 2022 |
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Week 48 |
Blakeney Harbour - The Fairway marker has now been removed from its station and taken ashore for the winter. It will be repositioned in the spring and new coordinates will be provided at that time. |
Blakeney Harbour Association, 16 November 2022 |
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Week 48 |
River Stour (Kent) When approaching the Fairway Buoy from seaward, keep to the North of the buoy as there is a large sandbank forming south of the buoy.Buoys 2, 4 and 6 are also affected by a second bank of sand . Care should always be taken when navigating the fairway. Further information is available through the Sandwich Harbour Master. |
Sandwich Harbour Master |
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Week 44 |
BARKING CREEK - Mariners are advised that a sunken vessel has collapsed further into Barking Creek, and during periods of high fluvial flows and/or at high water, will be semi- The location of the sunken vessel is detailed in the chart extract Mariners are advised that there is no passage inshore of the sunken vessel until it has been salvaged. All mariners navigating in this area should do so with caution and ensure that this sunken vessel is considered within their passage plan. Further details will be broadcast by London VTS on VHF Channel 14. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No M66 of 2022
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Week 40 |
Blakeney Harbour Updated buoyage information and interactive map Mariners should be aware of recently updated buoyage information with some coordinates changing. Buoys have been renumbered in line with IALA standards. All the starboard markers are odd numbers and all port markers are even numbers. There is a spare marker number pair north of the gap (number 7 and 8) and number 19 is yet to be installed, otherwise the odd Starboard side is complete and the even port side assumes the closest even number. You can view the details of these changes on the buoyage page here along with an updated interactive map. If you have any queries regarding this, please email us for further information. |
Blakeney Harbour Association 23 September 2022 |
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Week 21 |
Crouch Harbour Authority - INFORMATION Following several reports of inappropriate and improper mooring. Mariners are courteously reminded that: • Except for emergency purposes anchoring in the Fairway or Main Channel on the Rivers Crouch and Roach is prohibited. • Whilst at anchor all vessels must display the appropriate day and night- • Mooring to Navigation buoys and marks including racing markers is forbidden. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners No 24 of 2022 |
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Week 17 |
Experimental Lighted Buoy With reference to Trinity House Notice to Mariners number 19 of 2022 On or about 20 April 2022 an experimental lighted buoy will be temporarily established for approximately 9 - Position: Latitude 51° 53.500’N., Longitude 001° 25.000’E. Characteristics: Pillar: Yellow: Fl.(5) Y 20s: Y ‘X’ topmark. Mariners are advised that the lighted buoy has no navigational significance. |
Harwich Haven Authority Notices to Mariners No 21 of 2022 |
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Week 16 |
Broadstairs Slipway - Mariners are advised that the unlit beacon which marks the end of the slipway at Broadstairs Harbour is missing. |
Port of Ramsgate Notices to Mariners No 9 of 2022 |
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Week 3 |
Annual Bring Forward Certain Authorities carry or bring forward a number of standard 'Permanent' Notices to Mariners |
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East Coast of England - Damage to Navigational marks. The attention of Mariners is drawn to the Merchant shipping Act 1995 section 219 which states that:- 1) A Person who without lawful authority, a) Intentionally or recklessly damages - (i) Any lighthouse or the lights exhibited in it, or (ii) Any lightship, buoy or beacon; b) Removes, casts adrift, or sinks any lightship, buoy or beacon; or c) conceals or obscures any lighthouse, buoy or beacon; Commits an offence. 2) A person who, without reasonable excuse, - a) rides by, b) makes fast to, or c) runs foul of, any lightship, buoy or beacon Commits an offence. 3) A person who is guilty of an offence under this section, shall, in addition to being liable for the expense of making good any damage, will also be liable, on summary conviction, to a fine. |
KING'S LYNN CONSERVANCY BOARD Standing Notice to Mariners No.1 of 2022 |
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RAMSGATE ROYAL HARBOUR - Each New Year, the Port of Ramsgate brings forward 5 standing Local Notices. These are: 1. Notices remaining in Force 2. Port Signal Lights 3. Reporting Signal - 4. Communication 5. General - Full details of these standing Notices can be read in full at: http://www.portoframsgate.co.uk/approach/notice-
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Port of Ramsgate Notices to Mariners Nos 1 to 5 of 2022 |
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River Medway Ntom No 01 of 2021 Notices Remaining In Force (137Kb) - Ntom No 02 of 2021 Isle Of Grain LNG Jetties 8 & 10 Exclusion Zone + Chart Ntom No 03 of 2021 LNG Vessel Transit And Manoeuvres Ntom No 04 of 2021 Pilot Transfer Arrangements And Declaration Ntom No 05 of 2021 Garrison Point RADAR Ntom No 06 of 2021 Maritime Declaration Of Health Ntom No 07 of 2021 Peel Ports Group Additional Pilot Embarkation Procedures Ntom No 08 of 2021 Peel Ports Group Open Loop Scrubbers Questionnaire Ntom No 09 of 2021 The Swale Queenborough ATL Reduction In Speed When Passing |
Port of Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners Nos 1 to 9 of 2022 |
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Week 50 |
Lowestoft Harbour – Revised Small Craft and Yacht Information Notice Mariners and Port- Please bring this notice and the revision of the information to the attention of all Mariners and Port- This notice supersedes notice No.35 2018, which is hereby cancelled. Please contact Lowestoft Port Control, 01502 572286, VHF Ch14, if further information is required. |
ILowestoft (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 54 of 2021 |
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Week 49 |
Essex Police Headquarters, PO Box 2, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex. CM2 6DN Tel.101 23rd November 2021 Organised Crime Groups – Drugs Importation via Boats & Planes. The purpose of this letter is to raise awareness of an issue relating to Organised Crime Groups and the importation of controlled substances. Essex Police are aware that criminals around the Tendring coastline are using boats and small planes to drop off drugs on the mud banks. These packages are then collected by the criminal gangs and brought ashore and thus avoiding the chances of being stopped by Customs at a port and losing their shipments. These controlled drugs are then distributed and sold within the community of Essex and beyond. As part of our commitment to tackling organised crime, we are writing to the local Marinas and boating community to ask for your support in identifying potential suspicious behaviour so that we can work together to protect our Community. You will undoubtedly be aware of the detrimental effects, misery and harm that drugs bring, not only to our wider communities but, in particular, to those vulnerable individuals within society. How can you help There are a number of signs to look for which may be indicators that these criminal activities are taking place. Signs to look for ➢ Light aircraft making several slow passes over the same strip of coastline ➢ Packages being seen thrown or dropped out of these planes ➢ Mid- ➢ Suspects are seen with binoculars looking out in the same areas where the planes or boats have been visiting ➢ Small boats are launched near to these locations from the back of a trailer or small boats leave local marinas about the same time as the small planes and boats are seen as above. ➢ Suspicious night- ➢ General suspicious behaviour Police will always look to work with the boating community, and we are grateful for your support. Should you have any suspicions or concerns please report them to Essex Police via “101”. You can also report anonymously to CrimeStoppers at crimestoppers- Regards Steve Davey Prevent & Protect OCG Officer Essex Police steven.davey@essex.police.uk |
Dated 23rd November, 2021 from Essex Police
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NAVIGATIONAL NEAR MISS & INCIDENTS - A new way of reporting Navigational Near Misses and Incidents has been developed and is now publicly available to all River Users through our website or the PLA Tidal Thames app on your smartphone. Download on the image for the full PDF |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No 17 of 2021
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Week 40 |
NEW PLA PUBLICATION - The Port of London Authority has published a Port Information Guide which has been produced for all river users, vessel owners and operators, publishers of nautical information and any other party that needs nautical information. This guide contains an A to Z listing of key Port of London information for all Thames users. The Port Information Guide is a live document and will continuously be updated. Users are therefore encouraged, to not print or save copies of the guide for extended periods of time and always refer to our website for the latest version. The guide can be accessed on our website via the below link: https://www.pla.co.uk/Port- For queries about this guide, please contact our Marine Compliance team: SafetyManagement@pla.co.uk |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No 15 of 2021
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Week 31 |
Kentish River Stour Estuary Chartlet This is available from the Sandwich Port and Haven Commissioners at |
There are conflicting dates 11th March or 11th July but it is considered valid.
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Week 10 |
REQUESTS FOR VESSELS TO PROCEED WITH CAUTION OR AT SLOW SPEED This replaces Portwide Notice 1 of 2021, which is hereby cancelled When a reduction on vessel traffic speed is required, the term “Proceed with Caution” or “Proceed at Slow Speed” is used by London VTS in appropriate broadcasts. The following should be noted by Masters, Berth Operators and other river users when requiring speed reductions requests be broadcast: 1. As a guide, requests for reduction in speed are appropriate for activities such as diving, salvage, heavy lifting, working on the waterline from scaffolding or pontoon/small boat, and bunkering operations. They may also be appropriate where the mooring facilities are limited e.g. when the vessel overhangs the berth or when a vessel is about to take the ground at a Not always Afloat but Safely Aground (NAABSA) berth. 2. A request for a reduction in speed of passing traffic should not be sought as an alternative to good seamanship such as the proper tending of lines and moorings in a tideway. When London VTS has agreed to broadcast a reduction in speed: 1. The activity requiring the speed reduction will be identified in the broadcast, from which Mariners should judge the speed appropriate to the circumstances. 2. The person responsible for the request must ensure that the vessel or installation concerned is displaying the international code flags “Romeo Yankee” by day, and illuminated rigid replica by night. Failure to do so will result in the termination of the broadcast. 3. London VTS should be informed as soon as there is no longer the requirement for a speed reduction and the Romeo Yankee signal removed. The speed reduction broadcast by London VTS will also be terminated. |
Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No 8 of 2021
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Week 6 |
PROCEDURES IN THE THAMES BARRIER CONTROL ZONE The procedures, initially published in the General Directions for Navigation in the Port of London 2016, will now be encompassed in this standalone Notice to Mariners. A permanent Control Zone, encompassing the Thames Barrier, is established between Margaretness and Blackwall Point. All vessels navigating within the Control Zone are subject to the requirements of current General Directions. This Notice contains 4 pages and includes provisions for shipping and leisure craft. See the Download for full details:
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Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners No 4 of 2021 |
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2020 Notices for this area below |
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Week 53 |
RIVER MEDWAY - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: a recent near miss incident involving a small fishing boat and an LNG Vessel has highlighted an issue surrounding the movement of such ships and the proximity of small boats. LNG vessel movements are extremely sensitive for a number of reasons; the size of the vessel, the level of tug assistance required, the complexity of the berthing/unberthing manoeuvre and the very nature of the cargo they carry. When an LNG ship is transiting the River Medway or in the process of manoeuvring on/off the berth at Isle of Grain all vessels are required to keep well clear and maintain a safe distance. The chart above shows the potential turning circle of an LNG ship and indicates the amount of sea room that needs to be kept clear for the turning manoeuvre. The area highlighted may alter depending on the size of the vessel and if the adjacent LNG berth is occupied by another ship, however, the zone marked is based on the largest LNG vessels expected (345m). When the ship is fast alongside the established LNG berth exclusion zone and associated rules apply to all craft as per Medway NtoM 02 of 2020. UKHO Chart 1834 refers Further information may be obtained from Medway VTS on VHF Channel 74, call sign “Medway VTS’ or telephone 0151 949 6148 or 0151 949 6650. |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 56 of 2020
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Week 53 |
IRIVER MEDWAY -
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT : Peel Ports London Medway is committed to providing a safe environment for all river users and reported incidents that demonstrate dangerous behaviour and serious breach of port byelaws will be investigated leading to potential prosecution. We would like to bring to your attention the following statement issued as a result of an inquiry subsequent to an accident earlier this year. “On the 26th of April 2020 a water craft collided with another vessel causing it to sink and causing serious injury to one of the occupants. Police attended the scene and the defendant was breathalysed and found to have a levels of alcohol in his system exceeding the amount permissible for driving a vehicle on the road, resulting in his arrest. The injured party maintained that the defendant had been performing ‘doughnut’ turns around her vessel but had lost control of his vessel causing it to collide with hers. The Port of Sheerness Ltd brought prosecution proceedings against the defendant pursuant to the Port Byelaws alleging that the defendant had failed to navigate his vessel with the requisite level of care and that he had been in charge of his vessel whilst unfit by reason of drink, contrary to byelaw’s 22 and 33 respectively. The defendant was summoned to appear before Magistrates sitting at Medway on the 10th of December 2020. At this hearing the defendant pleaded guilty to both allegations and was ordered to pay fines, compensation and costs totalling £3,950.” |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 57 of 2020 |
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Week 36 |
RIVER MEDWAY– SALTPAN REACH - (General Directions for Navigation) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that all mariners are to observe the exclusion zones in relation to the Isle of Grain LNG Terminal Jetties Nos.8 & 10 in Saltpan Reach. Mariners are also to note that any unauthorised infringement of the LNG Exclusion Zones may result in prosecution. Berth Exclusion Zone Regulations: 1. When there is no LNG vessel berthed at the LNG Terminal no vessel (including pleasure vessels, PWC’s, fishing boats etc.) shall navigate within that part of the River Medway which is within an arc measuring 150 metres in any direction from the cargo transfer arms at the LNG Terminals. The cargo transfer arms are located at the following approximate position: Terminal No.10 51° 25.9405’N 00° 42.5448’E Terminal No.8 51° 25.9309’N 00° 42.1760’E 2. When there is an LNG vessel moored at the LNG Terminal no vessel (including pleasure vessels, PWC’s, fishing boats etc.) other than those attending the LNG terminal which are authorised by the Harbour Master or the operator of the LNG Terminal, shall enter any part of the River Medway which is within an arc measuring 250 metres (berth exclusion zone) in any direction from the cargo transfer arms of the LNG Terminal. 3. When there is an LNG vessel moored at the LNG terminal, the speed of all passing vessels navigating outside of the berth exclusion zone should not exceed 7.5 knots through the water whilst transiting. Further information may be obtained from Medway VTS on VHF Channel 74, call sign “Medway VTS’ or telephone 0151 949 6148 or 0151 949 6650. |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 2 of 2022 (re-
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Week 29 |
Lowestoft Harbour and Approaches –Management of Vessel Speed and Wash Lowestoft port has in recent months experienced incidents involving excessive speeds,and/or close passing distances, within the Harbour and its approaches. These have resulted in vessel wash and/or hydrodynamic forces effecting other port users and operations. Mariners and Port Users are reminded that the maximum speed limit within the harbour is 4 knots. However, this should not be regarded as a target speed. Also, at sea the wash from a vessel can be detrimental to other users when it strikes their craft or the shoreline. Passage planning in confined waters should consider safe speed and be compliant with regulatory speed limits. During a passage the speed of the vessel should be closely monitored and adjusted as required. The effects of vessel wash, and/or the magnitude of hydrodynamic forces between vessels, will depend on a complex array of factors, including, but not limited to the following: • The speed of the passing vessel(s). • The passing distance, (with reduced distance leading to greater hydrodynamic forces). • The underkeel clearance and variations in depth, (the smaller the underkeel clearance the greater the hydrodynamic force). • The design of the vessel hull. • The relative displacement of both vessels. • The orientation of the berth to the passing vessel. Due care should be taken when passing vessels, whether in the approaches or in Harbour limits. Speed should be such to minimise the propagation of wash,whilst maintaining full control over the manoeuvrability of the vessel. Necessary reductions in speed should be made gradually and in good time as circumstances allow. Mariners are advised that it is an offence to proceed at excessive speed where damage or risk of damage may be caused by wash or displacement. Caution should be exercised when passing piers, berth/moorings, beaches, recreational activities and any other areas involving property or persons. All vessels and craft should be operated in a courteous manner with consideration being given to other mariners. Please contact Lowestoft Port Control, VHF Ch14, or Tel. 01502 572286, if further information is required |
Lowestoft (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 29 of 2020 |
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Week 24 |
THE SWALE - NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that due to movement and deterioration the steel framed remains of the vessel “Revenge” that was abandoned in Faversham Creek will be partially removed. The vessel “Liftmoor” will be on site from Monday 1st June 2020 and will be working for approximately 5 days to remove the bow section and parts of the superstructure that are causing a hazard to navigation. The operation will involve cutting/grinding of the steelwork and due to the nature of this “hotwork” passing craft are requested to navigate with caution. “Liftmoor” will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 74 at all times. Further information may be obtained from Medway VTS on VHF Channel 74, call sign “Medway VTS’ or telephone 0151 949 6148 |
Medway (Peel Ports (Notices to Mariners No 27 of 2020
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Week 20 |
Ministry of Defence (MOD) Shoeburyness: Range Sea Danger Area In anticipation of the lifting of the Government’s COVID- To enable the Range to work safely and ensure that hazardous activities do not present a risk to members of the public, it operates under the jurisdiction of the Artillery Ranges Byelaws 1936 and the Shoeburyness and District Military Lands Byelaws 1935 (under the Military Lands Acts 1892 to 1903). The byelaws govern the use of the land and rights of access and passage through the byelaw area. The byelaws cover an area of the Thames Estuary and the North Sea and the inner waterway that runs from Havengore Creek across to the River Roach and the River Crouch. This area comprises the Range Sea Danger Area (RSDA), unauthorised entry to this area is both prohibited and dangerous. QinetiQ is responsible for managing access to the RSDA and ensuring that boats, yachts and personal watercraft do not stray into the area, putting themselves and their vessels at risk. In order to help monitor the RSDA whilst the Range is active, QinetiQ uses marine surveillance radar and has a Range Safety Boat which patrols the in area and advises any unauthorised vessels to leave in accordance with the byelaws and in the interests of health and safety. To raise awareness of the location of the RSDA and help avoid incursions by unauthorised vessels, there is a section on the MOD Shoeburyness website which is dedicated to safety information for mariners. Here, mariners can find guidance on how to safely navigate in the vicinity of the Range, how to contact Range Control for advice and the meaning of the Red Flags that the Range uses to indicate the status of the Inner and Outer Sea Areas. If you or your members sail in the vicinity of the Range, we strongly recommend that you familiarise yourself with the restrictions. Our website also has a guide for anyone wishing to access the inner waterways via Havengore Bridge (currently closed to marine traffic), and we post status alerts on Twitter to notify when either Havengore Bridge or Potton Bridge is non- We would be most grateful if you could circulate this information amongst your members and other contacts in the sailing and watersports community and where possible, create a link from your website to our Information for Mariners page (see link below). If you have any questions or suggestions for improving the information, please let me know. You may also find the information in the attached leaflet of interest which you can print and circulate amongst your members if you wish. https://www.qinetiq.com/shoeburyness/Public- Nicki Uden – Community Liaison Officer, SHOEBURYNESS RANGE |
Dated 4th May, 2020 There is a pdf Download: |
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Week 30 |
Foul Anchorage, River Roach – Quay Reach NAVIGATION Mariners are advised that we have had a report of “foul ground” (Anchorage) approximate depth LW 5m in position 51˚36.206’N 000˚52.223’E All vessels are advised to avoid this area when anchoring in the River Roach. |
Crouch Harbour Authority Notices to Mariners No 24 of 2019 |
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Week 3 |
Unmarked Obstruction – Faversham Creek NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a report has been received advising of an UNMARKED OBSTRUCTION in Faversham Creek close to the shore line between Buoys No.5 and No.7 The unmarked obstruction is located in Faversham Creek, the Swale in approximate position: 51° 20.193‘ N 00° 54.244’ E Reports received have identified the obstruction as being near to the shore line and being submerged over mid to high tide times. Further information may be obtained from Medway Navigation Service (VTS) on VHF Channel 74 call sign “Medway VTS’ or direct on telephone no. 01795 663025. |
Peel Ports (Medway) Notices to Mariners No 4 of 2019 (Brought forward from 2017)
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Week 3 |
RIVER MEDWAY – ROCHESTER - New Wreck Reported NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a new wreck has been reported inshore of Middle Acorn Moorings, Bridge Reach, Rochester, in position – Latitude 051° 23.61”N Longitude 000° 30.26’E A minimum depth of 1.5m at Chart Datum has been recorded. Mariners are advised to keep clear and navigate with caution In this area. Admiralty Chart No. 1835 Refers |
Medway (Peel Ports) Notices to Mariners No 7 of 2019 (Brought forward from 2017)
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Week 51 |
LOWESTOFT - Mariners and Port- Secondly, ‘Section 13 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)’ has been updated as the port is enhancing its requirement for PPE to be worn when walking within the Port Estate to join / leave a vessel. This includes, Town Quay, Talismans Quay, Silo Quay, All North Quays and Shell Quay. All crew/personnel must wear the minimum PPE requirement of safety helmet and high visibility vest. There will also be a yellow plastic waterproof box at the gated entrance to North Quay and Town Quay (see attached diagram) to deposit the PPE when leaving the port estate, or to collect the PPE when entering the port estate. Boxes will be labelled “SHIPS CREW PPE”. Thirdly, ‘Section - Please bring this notice and the revision of the information to the attention of all Mariners and Port- |
Lowestoft (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners no 36 of 2018
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Week 22 |
INFORMATION Mariners are courteously reminded of Rule 9 [Narrow Channels] of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972 [COLREGS] Rule 9 – Narrow Channels (b) A vessel of less than 20m in length or a sailing vessel shall not impede the passage of a vessel which can safely navigate only within a narrow channel or fairway. (d) A vessel shall not cross a narrow channel or fairway if such crossing impedes the passage of a vessel which can safely navigate only within such channel or fairway. The latter may use the sound signal prescribed in Rule 34(d) [At least five short and rapid blasts on the ship’s whistle] if in doubt as to the intention of the crossing vessel. (g) Any vessel shall if circumstances of the case admit avoid anchoring in a narrow channel. All commercial ships navigating in the Burnham Fairway will have a Crouch Harbour Authority [CHA] licensed pilot onboard. They will be monitoring VHF Channel 11 whilst within the CHA district. Do not impede these vessels as they can only navigate safely within the Fairway due to amongst other factors constraint of draught. A ship that is slowing down may not steer very well; it needs propeller action on the rudder to respond, it takes time and considerable distance to stop a ship particularly if it is in a loaded condition. Ships in narrow channels cannot easily avoid small craft, it is best that you stay clear. Be especially cautious and vigilant at night or in times of poor visibility, above all keep a good lookout both ahead and astern. If you cannot see the ships wheelhouse, the ship cannot see you. |
Crouch Harbour Commissioners Notice to Mariners No 11 of 2018 |
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Week 37 |
Passage Plan - Mariners and Port users are advised that the UKHO has recently published a new edition of navigational chart BA1535, Lowestoft Port and Approaches. Sounding data from this chart has been used to update the Port’s Passage Plan chart and vessel tracks. A copy of the chart is attached indicating the tracks likely to be followed by commercial vessels entering and leaving the port of Lowestoft. Masters and Skippers of leisure craft and small vessels should use this information when planning their own passage in the vicinity of the Port of Lowestoft. The chart is also published on the Port’s website – URL http://www.abpmarine.co.uk/admin/content/files/Marine/Lowestoft/Lowestoft%20Passage%20Plan%20- Local Notice No22 of 2014 is cancelled If further information is required please contact Lowestoft Port Control on VHF CH14 or Tel. No. 01502 572286. |
Lowestoft (ABP Ports) Notice to Mariners No 24 of 2017 Chart and Lowestoft Passage Approach Guide shown:
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Week 36 |
LOWESTOFT - Mariners and Port- For departures and in- Please bring this notice to the attention of any port users or vessel owners/operators not included as a recipient of local notices. Please contact Lowestoft Port Control, VHF Ch14, or Tel. 01502 572286, if further information is required. |
Lowestoft (ABP Ports) Notices to Mariners No 22 of 2017 |
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Week 13 |
Dangerous Wreck on the Buxey Sand edge of the Swallowtail channel This is an 'unofficial' notice to Mariners. I have been told by Mr Alan Bird, a local oyster dredger and yachtsman who has seen detail of the 'Obstruction' in the channel between the Swallowtail and the Buxey Sand. Charts currently show there is an 'Obstn' drying 2m at 51.40'951N, 001.03'541E. However, Mr Bird records the position as 51°40’924N 001°03’660E - Mr Bird has submitted an H102 to the UKHO but kindly given me details of the wreck and a copy of the images. I have selected the best two images of the overview. Note that the tail end of the Swallowtail can be seen on the left of the image showing how narrow the channel is. The waypoint symbol on the chart image shows the position recorded by Mr Bird. |
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