13 Oct 2017 / Melbourne, Australia

Maribyrnong River geotechnical investigation works

Geotechnical investigation works will be conducted in the Maribyrnong River in the immediate vicinity of Footscray wharf, south of Shepherd Bridge (Footscray Road), from 16 October 2017 for approximately fourteen weeks.

The barge Sealift 10, supported by the work boat Sea Punt SP01 will take core samples from 16 locations within the worksite in the Maribyrnong River (see picture below). Works will take place from 0600 to 1800 each day, with the barge remaining on site overnight displaying anchor lights.

The Hagstrom Drilling Pty Ltd works supervisor is contactable by mobile: 0431 089 941 or 0459 098 331. The Sealift 10 will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 12 and 16.

Mariners are advised to navigate with caution when in the vicinity of the works area.

(For information about operations at Australian ports, contact GAC Australia at [email protected])

Source: Victorian Notice to Masters No.258 (T) – 2017 dated 13 October 2017

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