06 Sep 2016 / Singapore

Installation of turbidity curtains at Bedock Canal

From 13 to 19 September, works will be carried out to install turbidity curtains at the mouth of Bedock Canal.

According to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Port Marine Notice No.97, the works will be conducted from 0800 to 1900 hours daily including Sunday - within the working area bounded by the following co-ordinates (WGS 84 Datum):
1) 01 deg. 18.899'N / 103 deg. 57.866'E
2) 01 deg. 18.848'N / 103 deg. 57.889'E
3) 01 deg. 18.809'N / 103 deg. 57.803'E
4) 01 deg. 18.871'N / 103 deg. 57.717'E

The work will involve the installation of turbidity curtains. A shore crane assisted by the supply boats will be used to install the turbidity curtains.

Craft involved in the works will exhibit the appropriate local and international day and night signals.

When in the vicinity of the working area, mariners are reminded to:
a) Keep well clear and not to enter the working area;
b) Maintain a proper lookout;
c) Proceed at a safe speed and navigate with caution;
d) Maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 12 (East Control);
and
e) Communicate with East Control on VHF Channel 12 for assistance, if required.

For information about operations in Singapore contact GAC Singapore at [email protected]

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