NTM 51/22 GOUROCK GROUND INVESTIGATION WORKS
Latitude: 55º 57.675’N Longitude: 004º 48.864’W
WGS 84 Datum WGS 84 Datum
GROUND INVESTIGATION WORKS
Mariners are advised that starting 05 November 2022, ground investigation works (boreholes) will commence both on the shore and on the water at Gourock Ferry Terminal, Gourock Bay, Firth of Clyde.
The work is expected to be completed within 5-6 weeks and will be undertaken from vessel (jack-up barge) OCM80 pictured below. The vessel is not self-propelled and when required, will be manoeuvred under tow.
With reference to the illustration below, mariners are requested to be clear of section 1 of the top wires berth from 08:00 5th November 2022 which will remain closed to all further vessels until close of day on 7th November 2022. The centre of the closed section is approximately position 55° 57.557’N 004°48.832’W
Mariners are requested to be clear of section 2 of the top wires berth from 08:00 7th November 2022 which will remain closed to all further vessels until close of day on 9th November 2022. The centre of the closed section is approximately position 55° 57.584’N 004°48.851’W
These dates may be subject to change so please contact the port on 01475 650 100 (Press Option 2) for an exact sitrep.
Vessel OCM80 will then be undertaking a multitude of other boreholes in the vicinity of the ferry terminal and nearby areas for the following four weeks.
Communication will be maintained with CalMac Ferries and others as required via VHF radio 12 and 16 throughout all ground investigation works.
All vessels navigating in the vicinity of Gourock Ferry Terminal, Gourock Bay, during this time are requested to maintain a lookout for the jack-up barge and pass at a safe distance and speed to minimise the effects of wash on the vessel.
Further details can be obtained using the contact details below.
Issued on behalf of the Harbour Master
Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited
Categories: Notice to Mariners
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