Summer working hours restrictions

08 Jun 2020 / Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has advised that rom 15 June to 15 September, the following arrangements are in place at the ports of Das, Zirku & Mubarraz to avoid operational delays during the summer working hours (Restricted time between 1230-1500 hours):

1. Pilots will board the vessels at Das/Zirku Pilot station before 10:00 hours or after 14:00 hours, therefore vessels should plan their ETA accordingly.

2. Cargo loading/discharge operations are to be adjusted in sufficient time before or after the restricted time.

3. Summer working hours within Petroleum Ports apply only to berthing/unberthing operations when riggers are required to work on open decks for connection and disconnection.

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

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