16 Aug 2016 / Geelong, Australia
Mariners are advised that the VRCA’s recent introduction of the DUKC (Dynamic Under Keel Clearance) system for all vessels over 10.8 meters draft using the channels of Geelong has enabled the maximum allowable draught for deep draught vessels to be increased from 11.8 meters to 11.9 meters.
Owners/ Ship Agents of deep draught vessels are hereby reminded to note the following amendments to the Harbour Masters Directions contained inthe Port Waters of Geelong, Port Operating Handbook (available on www.regionalchannels.vic.gov.au).
Section 3. 4. 3 Page 43 Maximum Allowable Draught
Replace all references to 11.8 meters with 11.9meters.
Section 3. 4 .5 Page 45 Berths
Replace all references to 11.8 meters in the maximum
Draught column with 11.9 meters.
There are no changes with regard to the maximum allowable draughts at Point Henry channel, City channel, Wilson Spit passing channels, Point Richards passing channels and at Corio North 1, 2 and 3 and Corio South 1.
For further information please contact the Duty Geelong Port Marine Controller on 52470300.
Charts & Publications Affected: Aus 157, Aus 153.
(For information about operations in Australia contact GAC Australia at [email protected])
Source: Victorian Notice To Mariners, Geelong, No.235(T) – 2016 dated 15 August 2016
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