Submarine cable system seaward duct installation works

10 Jan 2024 / Singapore

Works to install a SJC2 submarine cable system seaward duct are being conducted at Changi Landing until 31 May.

According to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore Port Marine Notice No.02 of 2024, the works are being carried out 24 hours daily - including Sundays and Public Holidays - within the working area bounded by the following co-ordinates (WGS 84 Datum):
1) 01°23.321’N / 104°0.241’E
2) 01°23.210’N / 104°0.025’E
3) 01°23.156’N / 104°0.042’E
4) 01°23.274’N / 104°0.267’E

A work barge accompanied by a tugboat, will be deployed to perform the works.

A safety boat will be in attendance all times to warn passing craft to keep clear 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 21 (Sembawang Control);
and
e) Communicate with Sembawang Control on VHF Channel 21 for assistance, if required.

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

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