Works at Tuas Terminal Phase 2

03 Aug 2021 / Singapore

The working period for works at Tuas Terminal Phase 2 has been extended and the working area updated.

According to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Port Marine Notice No.058 of 2021, from 1 August 2021 to 31 January 2022, works are being carried out 24 hours daily - including Sundays & Public Holidays - within the working area bounded by the following coordinates (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° 13.486'N / 103° 38.892'E
12. 01° 13.296'N / 103° 38.476'E
13. 01° 13.296'N / 103° 37.300'E
14. 01° 13.193'N / 103° 37.300'E
15. 01° 13.193'N / 103° 36.901'E
16. 01° 13.323'N / 103° 36.901'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 the soil investigation work.

Tug boats will be used to shift jack-up barges and crane barges. Self-Discharge Sand Carriers and Trailer Suction Hopper Dredger (TSHD) will discharge sand at the working area.

Dredging operations consist of TSHD, Cutter Suction Dredger (CSD) and grab/backhoe dredgers dredging clayey/sandy/residual soils.

Reclamation works consist of transport and discharge of materials utilising 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 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 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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