Demolition work at Northern Tuas Basin

19 Mar 2021 / Singapore

From 22 March to 30 April, demolition works will be carried out within the working area bounded by the following coordinates (WGS 84 Datum):
1) 1°18.976’N / 103°38.950'E
2) 1°19.012'N / 103°38.983'E
3) 1°19.033'N / 103°38.961'E
4) 1°18.997'N / 103°38.927'E

According to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Port Marine Notice No.17 of 2021, the working hours will be Monday to Saturday 0800-2000 hours and Sunday 0800-1700 hours.

The demolition of foreshore structures will be carried out using land-based equipment and the removal of linkway and existing pontoon will be by crane barge on spuds.

A safety boat will be in attendance at all times to warn and re-direct craft in the vicinity to keep clear of the working area.

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 of the working area;
b) Maintain a proper lookout;
c) Proceed at a safe speed and to navigate with caution;
d) Maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 22 (Jurong Control);
and
e) Communicate with Jurong Control for assistance, if required.

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

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