Notices to Mariners
Port Authority Notices to Mariners provide marine safety information on changes that could affect the safety of vessels within the port of Port Kembla.
Forms and Permits
Permits are required for the following operations - please refer to Port Authority Forms here:
- Shifting ship along wharf (limited movement)
- Bunkering/sludge removal/grey water/ sewerage
- Supply of fresh water hoses
- All hot work
- Dangerous Goods
- Engine Immobilisation
- Hull Painting or in water hull surface treatment
- Lifeboat Drills
- Any work over the side or in water
- Operation of radar/main radio transmitter alongside
- Fumigation of any part of the ship or cargo whilst alongside the berth
- Work afloat & diving Protocols
- Limited Movement Protocol
- Lowering of ship loader infrastructure
Note: If you see any accident, incident or unusual circumstances, you must call the Port Kembla VTS immediately (VHF Channel 11) e.g. a fire on the wharf, any pollution in the water, any person/s acting suspiciously.
