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UKHO and Trinity House Permanent/Temporary/Preliminary Notices
1. New Editions of ADMIRALTY Charts to be published on 16th May, 2024 - SN Chart 1698 - International Chart Series - England - South Coast, Dover. 1:6,250 - Includes amendments to depths from latest Port Authority surveys.
2. ENGLAND - East Coast - Depths. - 14 reductions of depth, 6 in and around the Hemsby and North Scroby buoys, six on the eastern side of the Scroby Sands and 2 on the Corton Sand channel. All still have sufficient depths for leisure craft but the general trend is probably worth attention. In one area the eastern edge of the Scroby Sand is pretty steep.
3. ENGLAND - South East Coast - Depths. Drying height. - 9 reductions of depth within Ramsgate Harbour. One (0.9m) is within the Royal Harbour close to the east pontoon of the East Marina, one is a drying height within the entrance of the Royal Harbour and the remainder are in the ‘Turning Basin’. There were 4 other reductions of depth in the Turning Basin area vide NtM 1029 earlier this year so the image includes all the new soundings. Two images:
4. Trinity House - EAST COAST OF ENGLAND - APPROACHES TO THAMES ESTUARY - Longsand Head Lighted Buoys - On or around the 17th May 2024, the following alterations to buoyage will take place:
Longsand Head Lighted Buoy: To be moved to new position: Latitude 51° 48.366’N., Longitude 001° 38.160’E.
East Longsand Head Lighted Buoy: New station to be deployed in position: Latitude 51° 48.123’N., Longitude 001° 39.394’E.
Characteristics: Pillar: Black above Yellow above Black; Q (3) 10s; East Cardinal Topmark; AIS Transmission: MMSI 992351455 “EAST LONGSAND HEAD BUOY”
Movement effected consequent upon a recent survey. Further notice will be given upon buoy deployment.
(My comments: This Trinity House Notice gives advance information of changes at the Long Sand Head. On or around 17th May there is a move and a new buoy. Close to the current position of the Longsand Head north cardinal buoy, a new east cardinal buoy will be positioned designated 'East Longsand Head' The Longsand Head north cardinal buoy is moved to the West providing clearance round the Long Sand Head. The image is drawn by me based on Imray showing all recent depths and the intended positions.
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1. This already posted: River Thames - Nore Swatchway - Unexploded Ordnance - unexploded ordnance (UXO) has been discovered in the following position: - Latitude 51? 28’.71 N Longitude 000? 44’.40 E. This UXO could pose a danger to vessels and persons; accordingly, vessels are advised to keep at least 100m clear of the above position at all times. Vessels are particularly cautioned against anchoring, trawling or otherwise interacting with the seabed in the vicinity of the above position. The chartlet shows the general area, with the recommended 100m safety radius around the UXO shown by the red circle. Further information will be broadcast, as necessary, by London VTS on VHF channel 69. This Notice will remain published until such time as the information above is considered sufficiently promulgated or has been promulgated by other means; this Notice may then be withdrawn without further communication.
2. River Thames - Canary Wharf River Wall Works - Limehouse Reach - On or about Monday 29th April 2024, contractors from Win Fix Ltd will be conducting visual inspections of the western river wall at Canary Wharf. These works will take place between the hours of 0800 and 1800 Monday to Friday and are expected to take approximately 7 days. As part of these works’ inspections will be conducted by abseilers working over the water and by workboat. Vessels shall keep well clear of the river wall in the area marked on the chartlet. At times during these works a requirement 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’. 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.
A safety boat will be on station during working hours and maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 14. Further details will be broadcast by London VTS on VHF Channel 14, as required.
3. Harwich Haven - Dredging Operations – Update 4 - Mariners are advised that dredging operations are taking place as follows:
➢ Maverick - on or around 22 April 2024 will commence water injection dredging operations in the areas listed below for approx. 2 weeks.
• Ha’penny Pier
• Harbour Master’s Pier
• Fishermen’s moorings
• River Stour
➢ MTS Valour (IMO: 9407299) - on or around 22 April 2024 will commence plough dredging around Harwich Harbour and Felixstowe berths for approx. 4 - 5 weeks.
➢ Sospan Dau (IMO: 7711062) – on or around 25th April 2024 will commence trailing suction hopper dredging for approx. 3 - 4 days, in the Harwich Haven and around the Port of Felixstowe, with material disposed to the beneficial sites in the
River Stour and Orwell. Additionally launch Aramis will be carrying out survey work around Harwich Harbour and Felixstowe berths from 22 April 2024 for approx. 6 weeks. For more information contact Harwich VTS on VHF Channel 71.
4. GREAT YARMOUTH THIRD RIVER CROSSING WORKS - BAMFARRANS will be undertaking plating works to the existing piles behind the pontoons GYTRC from Wednesday 17th April 2024 till 9th August 2024.
BAMFARRNS will be working in areas of the river shown by chartlet. The SSY Plant and Fishing Safety (BAM Safety Boat) will on the river for works being undertaken. The BAM safety boat will undertake regular movements in the immediate vicinity and may be moored/in position on either side of the river. The works will not impede the passage of vessels or the use of the pontoons. Mariners are reminded to maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 12 at all times whilst within the Port of Great Yarmouth and to advise ‘Yarmouth Radio’ of their intention to conduct any manoeuvre within the Outer Harbour prior to doing so. For further information please contact Great Yarmouth LPS on VHF Channel 12 (callsign ‘Yarmouth Radio’) or 01493 335511.
5. Lowestoft Outer Harbour – Dredging Activity - dredging activities scheduled for Lowestoft Outer Harbour Area. Works will be undertaken by grab dredger UKD Cherry Sand, commencing Thursday 18th April 2024. Duration of works, approximately 2 Weeks. Working Hours will be 0700hrs-1900hrs daily. The Vessel will display lights and shapes for dredging activities as prescribed in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea. The Cherry Sand will maintain a listening watch on VHF Ch 14. Vessel movements will be co-ordinated via Lowestoft Port Control. Please contact Lowestoft Port Control, VHF Ch14, Tel. 01502 572286 (Option 3) if further information is required.
6. Lowestoft Harbour and Approaches – USV Activity - transits of remotely piloted Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs), are scheduled to commence from Lowestoft, to and from offshore survey areas at the Greater Gabbard Windfarm. The USVs to be used are detailed below (USV maybe substituted for another of the same type):- Vessel X-04: • MMSI: 232023832: • Call Sign: MFWS5. Vessel X-25: • MMSI: 232048114: • Call Sign: MAUR4. The vessels have a black hull and yellow superstructure. Operational Dates – From Wednesday 17th April 2024 for approx. two weeks. Timing subject to suitable weather conditions for survey requirements, therefore duration of operations may be extended.
The USV will mobilise from Talisman Quay or RNSYC, then transit Lowestoft approaches. Support vessel ‘New Life’ will escort the USVs for transits in the Harbour and in the close approaches to the Port, monitoring VHF Ch14.
7. Approaches to Kings Lynn. - Navigation buoy “T” established & buoy “B” removed. - the following buoy has been removed from station; - “B” buoy (Fl Yellow 2s) established in position - Lat 52° 50.538’N Long 000° 21.705’E.
Mariners are advised that the following buoy has been established on station; - “T” red can buoy (Fl. Red(2) 6s) established in position - Lat 52° 50.538’N Long 000° 21.705’E.
8. Dredging Works – Outer Marina (Updated).- from Thursday 18th April until Friday 3rd May, The David Church will be dredging in the Outer Marina between the times of 0830 and 1600. No vessels will be permitted to pass near the dredger without express permission directly from the dredger Master. All vessels wishing to transit the dredging area are to contact ‘David Church’ on VHF Channel 12 and obtain permission and passing arrangements prior to transit.
The usual page displaying the chartlets is: Notices to Mariners. Unfortunately I have suffering grave trouble with the hosting service. The consequences is that certain images are not being displayed BUT all the download button do work so you can the chartlets. I have given up tonight after 2 hours of uploading and I will try to repair any images absent. If anyone wants images that don't work send me your email address via PM. The Chronological downloads are all working.
1. New Editions of ADMIRALTY Charts to be published on 16th May, 2024 - SN Chart 1698 - International Chart Series - England - South Coast, Dover. 1:6,250 - Includes amendments to depths from latest Port Authority surveys.
2. ENGLAND - East Coast - Depths. - 14 reductions of depth, 6 in and around the Hemsby and North Scroby buoys, six on the eastern side of the Scroby Sands and 2 on the Corton Sand channel. All still have sufficient depths for leisure craft but the general trend is probably worth attention. In one area the eastern edge of the Scroby Sand is pretty steep.
3. ENGLAND - South East Coast - Depths. Drying height. - 9 reductions of depth within Ramsgate Harbour. One (0.9m) is within the Royal Harbour close to the east pontoon of the East Marina, one is a drying height within the entrance of the Royal Harbour and the remainder are in the ‘Turning Basin’. There were 4 other reductions of depth in the Turning Basin area vide NtM 1029 earlier this year so the image includes all the new soundings. Two images:
4. Trinity House - EAST COAST OF ENGLAND - APPROACHES TO THAMES ESTUARY - Longsand Head Lighted Buoys - On or around the 17th May 2024, the following alterations to buoyage will take place:
Longsand Head Lighted Buoy: To be moved to new position: Latitude 51° 48.366’N., Longitude 001° 38.160’E.
East Longsand Head Lighted Buoy: New station to be deployed in position: Latitude 51° 48.123’N., Longitude 001° 39.394’E.
Characteristics: Pillar: Black above Yellow above Black; Q (3) 10s; East Cardinal Topmark; AIS Transmission: MMSI 992351455 “EAST LONGSAND HEAD BUOY”
Movement effected consequent upon a recent survey. Further notice will be given upon buoy deployment.
(My comments: This Trinity House Notice gives advance information of changes at the Long Sand Head. On or around 17th May there is a move and a new buoy. Close to the current position of the Longsand Head north cardinal buoy, a new east cardinal buoy will be positioned designated 'East Longsand Head' The Longsand Head north cardinal buoy is moved to the West providing clearance round the Long Sand Head. The image is drawn by me based on Imray showing all recent depths and the intended positions.
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1. This already posted: River Thames - Nore Swatchway - Unexploded Ordnance - unexploded ordnance (UXO) has been discovered in the following position: - Latitude 51? 28’.71 N Longitude 000? 44’.40 E. This UXO could pose a danger to vessels and persons; accordingly, vessels are advised to keep at least 100m clear of the above position at all times. Vessels are particularly cautioned against anchoring, trawling or otherwise interacting with the seabed in the vicinity of the above position. The chartlet shows the general area, with the recommended 100m safety radius around the UXO shown by the red circle. Further information will be broadcast, as necessary, by London VTS on VHF channel 69. This Notice will remain published until such time as the information above is considered sufficiently promulgated or has been promulgated by other means; this Notice may then be withdrawn without further communication.
2. River Thames - Canary Wharf River Wall Works - Limehouse Reach - On or about Monday 29th April 2024, contractors from Win Fix Ltd will be conducting visual inspections of the western river wall at Canary Wharf. These works will take place between the hours of 0800 and 1800 Monday to Friday and are expected to take approximately 7 days. As part of these works’ inspections will be conducted by abseilers working over the water and by workboat. Vessels shall keep well clear of the river wall in the area marked on the chartlet. At times during these works a requirement 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’. 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.
A safety boat will be on station during working hours and maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 14. Further details will be broadcast by London VTS on VHF Channel 14, as required.
3. Harwich Haven - Dredging Operations – Update 4 - Mariners are advised that dredging operations are taking place as follows:
➢ Maverick - on or around 22 April 2024 will commence water injection dredging operations in the areas listed below for approx. 2 weeks.
• Ha’penny Pier
• Harbour Master’s Pier
• Fishermen’s moorings
• River Stour
➢ MTS Valour (IMO: 9407299) - on or around 22 April 2024 will commence plough dredging around Harwich Harbour and Felixstowe berths for approx. 4 - 5 weeks.
➢ Sospan Dau (IMO: 7711062) – on or around 25th April 2024 will commence trailing suction hopper dredging for approx. 3 - 4 days, in the Harwich Haven and around the Port of Felixstowe, with material disposed to the beneficial sites in the
River Stour and Orwell. Additionally launch Aramis will be carrying out survey work around Harwich Harbour and Felixstowe berths from 22 April 2024 for approx. 6 weeks. For more information contact Harwich VTS on VHF Channel 71.
4. GREAT YARMOUTH THIRD RIVER CROSSING WORKS - BAMFARRANS will be undertaking plating works to the existing piles behind the pontoons GYTRC from Wednesday 17th April 2024 till 9th August 2024.
BAMFARRNS will be working in areas of the river shown by chartlet. The SSY Plant and Fishing Safety (BAM Safety Boat) will on the river for works being undertaken. The BAM safety boat will undertake regular movements in the immediate vicinity and may be moored/in position on either side of the river. The works will not impede the passage of vessels or the use of the pontoons. Mariners are reminded to maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 12 at all times whilst within the Port of Great Yarmouth and to advise ‘Yarmouth Radio’ of their intention to conduct any manoeuvre within the Outer Harbour prior to doing so. For further information please contact Great Yarmouth LPS on VHF Channel 12 (callsign ‘Yarmouth Radio’) or 01493 335511.
5. Lowestoft Outer Harbour – Dredging Activity - dredging activities scheduled for Lowestoft Outer Harbour Area. Works will be undertaken by grab dredger UKD Cherry Sand, commencing Thursday 18th April 2024. Duration of works, approximately 2 Weeks. Working Hours will be 0700hrs-1900hrs daily. The Vessel will display lights and shapes for dredging activities as prescribed in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea. The Cherry Sand will maintain a listening watch on VHF Ch 14. Vessel movements will be co-ordinated via Lowestoft Port Control. Please contact Lowestoft Port Control, VHF Ch14, Tel. 01502 572286 (Option 3) if further information is required.
6. Lowestoft Harbour and Approaches – USV Activity - transits of remotely piloted Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs), are scheduled to commence from Lowestoft, to and from offshore survey areas at the Greater Gabbard Windfarm. The USVs to be used are detailed below (USV maybe substituted for another of the same type):- Vessel X-04: • MMSI: 232023832: • Call Sign: MFWS5. Vessel X-25: • MMSI: 232048114: • Call Sign: MAUR4. The vessels have a black hull and yellow superstructure. Operational Dates – From Wednesday 17th April 2024 for approx. two weeks. Timing subject to suitable weather conditions for survey requirements, therefore duration of operations may be extended.
The USV will mobilise from Talisman Quay or RNSYC, then transit Lowestoft approaches. Support vessel ‘New Life’ will escort the USVs for transits in the Harbour and in the close approaches to the Port, monitoring VHF Ch14.
7. Approaches to Kings Lynn. - Navigation buoy “T” established & buoy “B” removed. - the following buoy has been removed from station; - “B” buoy (Fl Yellow 2s) established in position - Lat 52° 50.538’N Long 000° 21.705’E.
Mariners are advised that the following buoy has been established on station; - “T” red can buoy (Fl. Red(2) 6s) established in position - Lat 52° 50.538’N Long 000° 21.705’E.
8. Dredging Works – Outer Marina (Updated).- from Thursday 18th April until Friday 3rd May, The David Church will be dredging in the Outer Marina between the times of 0830 and 1600. No vessels will be permitted to pass near the dredger without express permission directly from the dredger Master. All vessels wishing to transit the dredging area are to contact ‘David Church’ on VHF Channel 12 and obtain permission and passing arrangements prior to transit.
The usual page displaying the chartlets is: Notices to Mariners. Unfortunately I have suffering grave trouble with the hosting service. The consequences is that certain images are not being displayed BUT all the download button do work so you can the chartlets. I have given up tonight after 2 hours of uploading and I will try to repair any images absent. If anyone wants images that don't work send me your email address via PM. The Chronological downloads are all working.
