Works at Tuas Terminal Phase 2

11 May 2023 / Singapore

The period for works in the Tuas Terminal Phase 2 project area has been extended. It will now be conducted from 12 May to 11 November.

According to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Port Marine Notice No.39 of 2023, the works will be conducted 24 hours daily - including Sundays and Public Holidays - within the working area bounded by the following co-ordinates (WGS 84 Datum):
1 01° 13.323'N / 103° 36.876'E
2 01° 14.507'N / 103° 36.876'E
3 01° 14.507'N / 103° 36.901'E
4 01° 14.289'N / 103° 36.900'E
5 01° 14.289'N / 103° 37.041'E
6 01° 14.398'N / 103° 37.041'E
7 01° 14.398'N / 103° 38.755'E
8 01° 14.344'N / 103° 38.755'E
9 01° 14.344'N / 103° 39.024'E
10 01° 13.670'N / 103° 39.275'E
11 01° 13.405'N / 103° 39.374'E
12 01° 13.405'N / 103° 38.724'E
13 01° 13.296'N / 103° 38.498'E
14 01° 13.296'N / 103° 37.300'E
15 01° 13.193'N / 103° 37.300'E
16 01° 13.193'N / 103° 36.901'E
17 01° 13.323'N / 103° 36.901'E
18 01° 13.075'N / 103° 36.958'E
19 01° 13.193'N / 103° 36.958'E
20 01° 13.193'N / 103° 37.273'E
21 01° 12.994'N / 103° 37.273'E

The soil investigation works will entail seabed surface sampling and marine cone penetration test. Jack-up barges and crane barges will be used to carry out soil investigation work. Tugboats will be used to shift jack-up barges and crane barges.

Self-Discharge Sand Carriers and Trailer Suction Hopper Dredger (CSD) and grab/backhoe dredgers dredging clayey/sandy/residuals soils.

The reclamation works consist of transport and discharge of materials utilizing TSHD, CSD, flat top barges, hopper barges, and conveyor barges.

The work will also involve caisson installation. Safety boats will be deployed to warn other craft in the vicinity 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 and not to enter the work area;
b) Maintain a proper lookout;
c) Proceed at a safe speed and navigate with caution;
d) Maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 22 (Jurong Control); and
e) Communicate with Jurong Control for assistance, if required.

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