Notice is hereby given that:
Dredge operations in the entrance channel and additional areas in the harbour basin are due to commence on or after week 10th May 2025. A spud leg backhoe dredger Witton length of 22.5m and a beam of 9m will be working in conjunction with hopper barge Split III 52m long and 9m in beam and vessel Big Ron length of 20m and a beam of 9m.
All vessels are restricted in their ability to manoeuvre and will restrict width within the harbour entrance channel and at times within the harbour. These vessels will display day shapes in accordance with International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972 (COLREGS)
All vessels must monitor VHF 80 and comply with all VHF announcements given by Brighton Marina when transiting around the harbour or entrance, vessel traffic will be regularly suspended during these works.
Vessels are advised to proceed with caution when navigating in this area. Ahead of their passage, mariners may also request shipping information from Brighton Marina on VHF CH37/80 or by telephone on (+44)1273 819919