30 May 2018 / Port Kembla, Australia

Anchorage closed due to adverse weather

Due to adverse weather the anchorage at Port Kembla is closed to shipping from 1200 today (30 May). All vessels are instructed to return to sea and remain at least 12NM off the coast.

The port remains open to shipping movements. Vessels alongside must adhere to additional conditions in place, which may include but not be limited to:
- extra lines
- anchors ready to be let go or lowered to the seabed if necessary
- ramp positioning for PCCs
- tugs on standby at the discretion of the Master, and without waiting for instruction from Port Kembla VTIC or Harbour Master.

For information about operations at Australia ports contact GAC Australia at [email protected]

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