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NTM 31/13 Gourock Ferry Terminal Linkspan Repairs

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 17:31:42 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed BAM Nuttall to undertake repairs to Gourock Ferry Terminal Linkspan, commencing Wednesday 6th June 2013 and are estimated to conclude at the end of June.

NTM 30/13 Berthing Prohibited at Scarinish Pier Head, Isle of Tiree

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 16:04:02 +0100

Mariners are advised that due to unserviceable fendering on the pierhead at Scarinish Pier, Tiree, this section of the pier is closed to all mariners and no vessels are allowed to berth.

NTM 29/13 Largs Pier Essential Maintenance Works

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:45:58 +0100

Mariners are advised that essential maintenance works to the pierhead at Largs will be commencing week beginning 27/05/13 for a period of 5 days.

NTM 28/13 Oban Railway Pier and South Pier, Oban Bay Dive Inspections

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:13:54 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have contracted Shearwater Marine Services Ltd to undertake dive surveys of the Oban Railway Pier and South Pier, Oban Bay.

NTM 27/13 Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal Fender Repair Dive Operation

Tue, 14 May 2013 21:54:44 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have commissioned NG Builders to commence a timber fender repair at Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal pier which weather permitting, will be commencing on Tuesday 14th May 2013 and is estimated to take approximate 3-days.

NTM 26/13 Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal Loose Timber Fender

Wed, 08 May 2013 23:56:12 +0100

Mariners are advised of a loose timber fender on Pile 9 at Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal pier.

NTM 25/13 Gourock Ferry Terminal Dive Inspections

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:31:18 +0100

Mariners are advised that Caldive Ltd will be conducting dive inspections of Kilcreggan Steps berth and the linkspan areas of Gourock Ferry Terminal during Thursday 9th May 2013.

NTM 24/13 Safety of Navigation within Oban Bay and Approaches

Tue, 07 May 2013 15:08:03 +0100

Vessels navigating in Oban Bay and approaches are reminded of the existence of a voluntary code for safe navigation within the area.

NTM 23/13 Gourock Ferry Terminal Linkspan Technical Issues

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:40:00 +0100

Mariners are advised that due to technical issues the Gourock Ferry Terminal linkspan is not to be used for RoRo vehicle operations until further notice.

NTM 22/13 Brodick Ferry Terminal Fender Repair Works

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:19:11 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed GSS Marine Services to undertake essential repair works to the pier fendering at Brodick Ferry Terminal, Isle of Arran.

NTM 21/13 Avoidance of Vessel Conflict at Recognised and Charted Anchorage Areas

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 15:51:54 +0100

It has been reported that in recent years there have been instances where mariners legitimately at anchor at recognised and charted anchorage areas, have been requested by Masters of Caledonian MacBrayne RoRo ferries to reposition their vessels to allow sufficient sea-room for the safe passage of the ferry to approach and depart Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) harbour areas and to avoid a possible close-quarters situation or risk of collision.

NTM 20/13: Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal Dive Inspection Update

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 03:18:33 +0100

In continuation of NTM 17/13 mariners are advised that Harbour & Marine Contractors Ltd will be conducting a second dive inspection of Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal pier during the evening of Tuesday 16th April 2013.

NTM 19/13: Tarbert (Harris) Ferry Terminal Pier Cathodic Protection Survey

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 22:42:52 +0100

Mariners are advised that Stork Technical Services (RBG) Ltd will be conducting a survey of the cathodic protection system fitted to the pier structure at Tarbert (Harris) Ferry Terminal, North Uist during Thursday 11th April 2013.

NTM 18/13: Cloanaig Ferry Slipway, Argyle Slipway Inspection

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 01:15:04 +0100

Mariners are advised Caledonian Maritime Asset Ltd’s consultant Arch Hendersons Ltd is carrying out investigative works to Cloanaig Ferry Slipway, Argyle.

NTM 17/13: Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal Dive Inspection

Sat, 06 Apr 2013 01:05:40 +0100

Mariners are advised that Harbour & Marine Contractors Ltd will be conducting a dive inspection of Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal pier during the evenings of Sunday 7th and Monday 8th April 2013.

NTM 16/13: Gourock Ferry Terminal Update, Removal of Sunken Small Craft

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:33:32 +0000

Mariners are advised that Clyde Commercial Diving Ltd have successfully recovered the sunken small craft from the southwest corner of Cardwell Bay, Gourock.

NTM 15/13: Gourock Ferry Terminal, Dive Project to Locate and Remove Sunken Small Craft

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:22:26 +0000

Mariners are advised that in continuation of NTM 13/13, Clyde Commercial Diving Ltd will undertake a dive project in the vicinity of the southern end of Gourock Ferry Terminal ‘top wires’ berth to locate and assess the condition of a small cabin cruiser which sank at that location on Sunday 10th March 2013.

NTM 14/13: Dive Inspection of Rock Revetment, Largs Inner Harbour

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:55:15 +0000

Mariners are advised that the contractor GSS Diving is conducting a dive project to inspect the rock revetment and a wall on the shore side of Largs Inner Harbour, starting on Thursday 14th March, 2013, works will be complete by Friday 15th March.

NTM 13/13: Gourock Ferry Terminal, Sunken Small Craft Causing Obstruction to Berthing

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 20:59:17 +0000

Mariners are advised that contractor Alchemy Plant and Contracting Ltd is carrying out repair works to Lismore Ferry Slipway, Oban Ferry Terminal.

NTM 12/13: Lismore Ferry Slipway, Oban Ferry Terminal Slipway Repair Works

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 17:30:19 +0000

Mariners are advised that contractor Alchemy Plant and Contracting Ltd is carrying out repair works to Lismore Ferry Slipway, Oban Ferry Terminal.

NTM 11/13: Lochaline, Sound of Mull Establishment Directional Light AtoN and Discontinuation of Leading Lights A4125.3 & A4125.31

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:12:17 +0000

Mariners are advised that the rearmost light of the mains powered leading lights AtoN guiding mariners into the entrance to Lochaline, Sound of Mull is mounted on a third party structure. Due to essential refurbishment of the structure this light requires to be permanently disconnected and dismounted.

NTM 10/13: Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist Pier Inspection and Fender Repair Works

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 18:51:52 +0000

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed NW Marine to undertake a dive inspection and fender repair works at Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist.

NTM 09/13: Discontinuation of Lochboisdale RoRo Terminal Head Aid to Navigation Light A4010

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 20:45:14 +0000

Mariners are advised that an application for a Statutory Sanction of the Commissioners of Northern Lighthouses to discontinue the sector light at Lochboisdale RoRo Terminal (A4010), Lochboisdale, South Uist, has been granted and the light will be discontinued with immediate effect.

NTM 08/13: Kilcreggan Steps Lower Landing Platform, Gourock Out of Service

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 19:37:44 +0000

Mariners are advised that the bridging plate fitted on the lower landing platform of the Kilcreggan Steps, Gourock Ferry Terminal, is currently insecure.

NTM 07/13: Colonsay Ferry Terminal Fender Repair Works

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 17:34:25 +0000

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed NG Builders to carry out essential repair works to the pier fendering at Colonsay Ferry Terminal.

NTM 06/13: Port Ellen, Islay Hydrographic Survey

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 11:06:35 +0000

Mariners are advised that Environmental Scientifics Group (ESG) will be undertaking hydrographic and geophysical surveys of potential Islay Tidal Energy site cable corridors on behalf of DP Marine Energy Ltd.

NTM 05/13: Gourock Rail Station Rock Revetment

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:26:38 +0000

Mariners are advised that BridgeZone Ltd will be conducting a dive inspection of Gourock Rail Station rock revetment at the north end of Gourock Ferry Terminal during Thursday 17 January 2013.

NTM 04/13: Largs Pier Dive Inspection

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 15:43:01 +0000

Mariners are advised that Shearwater Marine will be conducting a dive inspection of Largs Pier during Thursday 10 January 2013.

NTM 01/13: Cancellation of all Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd Notice to Mariners issued during 2012

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 10:41:59 +0000

Mariners are advised that all Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd NTMs issued prior to today’s date are cancelled, or considered sufficiently promulgated.

NTM 02/13: Port Ellen/Colonsay/Coll/Tiree/Castlebay/Tarbert (Harris), Harbour Hydrographic Surveys Update

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 16:55:32 +0000

Mariners are advised of an updated schedule of work with regard to hydrographic and topographic surveys of Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd port areas being undertaken by their contractor Aspect Land & Hydrographic Surveys Ltd.

NTM 03/13: Oban Bay Adjacent to Lismore Slipway and South Pier Harbour Hydrographic Surveys Update

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 17:41:06 +0000

NTM 66/12: Rhubodach, Kyles of Bute Slipway Repair Works

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:02:42 +0000

Mariners are advised that contractor George Leslie Ltd is carrying out concrete repair works to Rhubodach slipway, Kyles of Bute.

NTM 67/12: Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal Fender Repair Works

Wed, 19 Dec 2012 16:13:47 +0000

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed NG Builders to carry out repair works to the pier fendering at Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde.

NTM 65/12: Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist A 4009.9 Sector Light Aid to Navigation Establishment

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:20:30 +0000

Mariners are advised that following extensive trials, the sector light aid to navigation at Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist has now been permanently located and established to assist vessels navigating the narrow channel to the north of Gasay Island, Loch Boisdale on approach to the ferry terminal.

NTM 64/12: Kilcreggan Steps, Gourock Repair Works

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:56:16 +0000

Mariners are advised that repair works will commence at Kilcreggan Steps, Gourock Ferry Terminal on Thursday 29 November 2012.

NTM 63/12: Reinstatement of Aid to Navigation A4297.5 Loch Fyne, Eilean na Beithe

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 16:19:35 +0000

Mariners are advised that the following AtoN is now repaired and reinstated.

NTM 62/12: Aid to Navigation A4297.5 Light Failure Loch Fyne, Eilean na Beithe

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 15:52:20 +0000

Mariners are advised that the following AtoN is extinguished.

NTM 61/12: Largs Pier Repair Works

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 15:58:44 +0100

Mariners are advised that repair works will commence at Largs Pier on Monday 29 October 2012.

NTM 60/12: Installation of Pole with Special Mark Colonsay Ferry Terminal

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 17:46:58 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Arch Henderson to supervise works being undertaken by Clyde Commercial Diving Ltd adjacent to the North side of Colonsay Pier.

NTM 59/12: Establishment and Statutory Sanction of East Cardinal Buoy, Loch Leodamis, Port Ellen, Islay

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 12:21:40 +0100

Mariners are advised that a new east cardinal buoy has been established and received statutory sanction, stationed east of Carraig Fhada, to assist vessels navigating through the narrow entrance of Loch Leodamis, on approach to Port Ellen, Islay, details as follows:

NTM 58/12: Dive Projects at Lochaline Ferry Slipway, Ardnamurchan and Fishnish Ferry Slipway, Isle of Mull

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 11:03:01 +0100

Mariners are advised that their contractor GSS Diving is conducting two dive project inspections during Thursday 27th September, 2012.

NTM 57/12: Alteration of AtoN Light Characteristics Port Ellen, Islay

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 11:34:33 +0100

Mariners are advised that the light characteristics of the following aids to navigation located at Port Ellen, Islay have been altered and sanctioned to improve navigational information for mariners in the vicinity of the pier.

NTM 56/12: Reinstatement of Aid to Navigation A4181 Light - Oban Railway Quay Linkspan Dolphin

Fri, 21 Sep 2012 12:22:03 +0100

Mariners are advised that the bottom light of the following AtoN is now reinstated and fully functional.

NTM 55/12: Aid to Navigation A4181 Light Failure - Oban Railway Quay Linkspan Dolphin

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:40:46 +0100

Mariners are advised that the bottom light of the following AtoN is extinguished.

NTM 54/12: Isle of Cumbrae – Ferry Slipway Repair Works

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 09:23:13 +0100

Mariners are advised that contractor George Leslie Ltd is carrying out concrete and foundation repair works to Isle of Cumbrae ferry slipway.

NTM 53/12 - Removal of Unauthorised Buoyed Lines Causing Navigational Hazards and Obstructions at Port Ellen, Islay

Fri, 31 Aug 2012 13:36:57 +0100

Further to NTM 01/12, mariners are advised of an update to the pier reconstruction works at Port Ellen Ferry Terminal, Islay.

NTM 52/12: Portavadie Ferry Slipway, Argyle Rock Armour Regrading

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:33:11 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Arch Henderson to undertake works at Portavadie Ferry Slipway, Argyle.

NTM 51/12: Gourock Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde Installation of Additional Fendering

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:26:32 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Arch Henderson to undertake works at Gourock Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde.

NTM 50/12: Kennacraig Ferry Terminal - Pier Roundhead Minor Alteration Works Completion

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 10:53:47 +0100

Mariners are advised that NG Builders will continue minor alterations to the roundhead section of Kennacraig Ferry Terminal pier.

NTM 49/12: Gourock Ferry Terminal - Harbour Hydrographic Surveys Update

Tue, 21 Aug 2012 10:49:16 +0100

NTM 46/12: South Pier, Oban - Sheet Piling Repair Works

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:22:23 +0100

Mariners are advised that contractor Alchemy Plant & Contracting Ltd is carrying out repair works to the South Pier, Oban.

NTM 47/12: Tarbert Ferry Terminal, Harris - Pier Steps Repair Works

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:25:07 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Arch Henderson to carry out maintenance and repair works to the pier and linkspan facilities at Tarbert Ferry Terminal, Harris.

NTM 48/12: Colintraive and Rhubodach, Kyles of Bute - Slipway Repair Works

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 14:29:14 +0100

Mariners are advised that contractor George Leslie Ltd is carrying out concrete repair works to Colintraive and Rhubodach slipways, Kyles of Bute.

NTM 45/12: Reinstatement of Aid to Navigation A4181 Light - Oban Railway Quay Linkspan Dolphin

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 10:24:50 +0100

Active Mariners are advised that the bottom light of the following AtoN is now reinstated and fully functional.

NTM 44/12: Regulation of Anchorage Areas At Port Ellen, Islay

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 16:47:21 +0100

Active Persons in charge of vessels are reminded that whilst navigating within waters under the jurisdiction of Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd, they shall not impede the passage of any vessel approaching or leaving any piers, jetties or quays.

NTM 43/12: Aid to Navigation A4181 Light Failure - Oban Railway Quay Linkspan Dolphin

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 14:41:36 +0100

Mariners are advised that the bottom light of the following AtoN is extinguished.

NTM 41/12: Oban Railway Quay Linkspan Dolphin - Reinstatement of Aid to Navigation Light A4181

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 11:42:14 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that the bottom light of the following AtoN is now repaired and fully functional.

NTM 40/12: Colonsay / Coll / Tiree / Castlebay / Tarbert (Harris), Harbour Hydrographic Surveys Update

Fri, 20 Jul 2012 11:02:43 +0100

Active Mariners are advised of an updated schedule of work with regard to hydrographic and topographic surveys of Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd port areas being undertaken by their contractor Aspect Land & Hydrographic Surveys Ltd.

NTM 42/12: Kennacraig Ferry Terminal - Pier Roundhead Minor Alteration Works

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 14:36:28 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed NG Builders to carry out minor alterations to the roundhead section of Kennacraig Ferry Terminal pier.

NTM 39/12: Aid to Navigation A4181 Light Failure - Oban Railway Quay Linkspan Dolphin

Thu, 09 Aug 2012 13:59:02 +0100

Mariners are advised that the bottom light of the following AtoN is extinguished.

NTM 38/12: Kennacraig / Port Ellen / Armadale, Harbour Hydrographic Surveys Update

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 14:31:01 +0100

NTM 37/12: Berthing Structure Repair Works - Bullhole, Mull

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 16:49:53 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed North West Marine Ltd to carry out repair works to the ferry berthing structure situated at Bullhole, Mull.

NTM 36/12: Castlebay Ferry Terminal, Barra - Linkspan Painting

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 10:11:05 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Jack Tighe Ltd to undertake painting of the linkspan at Castlebay Ferry Terminal, Barra.

NTM 35/12: Port Ellen, Islay - Re-opening of Ferry Terminal Pier

Fri, 29 Jun 2012 16:56:48 +0100

Active Mariners are advised that all major works at Port Ellen Ferry Terminal, Islay have now been completed and the terminal and pier will be fully opened to all ferry and commercial operations from 0700hrs on Sunday 1st July 2012.

NTM 33/12: Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist - Linkspan Painting

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 15:23:37 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Jack Tighe Ltd to undertake painting of the linkspan at Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist.

NTM 34/12: Repositioning and Statutory Sanction of Ro-Ro Terminal Linkspan Dolphin Lights - Port Ellen Ferry Terminal, Islay

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 09:44:57 +0100

Active Repositioning and Statutory Sanction of Ro-Ro Terminal Linkspan Dolphin Lights - Port Ellen Ferry Terminal, Islay.

NTM 32/12: Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist - Sector Light Positioning Trials

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 15:17:45 +0100

Mariners are advised that the sector light aid to navigation at Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist has now been temporarily relocated to a position on the shore to the north of the pier to establish an optimal position for mariners approaching and leaving the terminal.

NTM 31/12: Tarbert Ferry Terminal, Harris - Linkspan Painting

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:41:04 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Jack Tighe Ltd to undertake painting of the linkspan at Tarbert Ferry Terminal, Harris. The works will commence on Monday 18th June 2012 and are programmed to last 1-week.

NTM 30/12: Coll Ferry Terminal, Pier Roundhead Repair Works

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:31:26 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed LB Marine Ltd to carry out repair works to the roundhead section at the seaward end of Coll Ferry Terminal pier. The repair works will commence on Monday 18th June 2012 and are programmed to last 4-weeks.

NTM 29/12: Port Ellen, Islay - Trial Berthing at Ferry Terminal Pier

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:25:56 +0100

Complete In continuation of NTM 28/12, mariners are advised of an update to the pier reconstruction and harbour improvement works at Port Ellen Ferry Terminal, Islay.

NTM 28/12: Port Ellen, Islay - Reconstruction of the Ferry Terminal Pier - Update

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 16:17:39 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised of an update to the pier reconstruction and harbour improvement works at Port Ellen Ferry Terminal, Islay which are now in the final stages and nearing completion.

Kennacraig/Isle of Mull/Ardnamurchan Area, Harbour Hydrographic Surveys Update

Wed, 23 May 2012 15:13:39 +0100

NTM 26/12: Pier and Linkspan Repair Works - Tarbert Ferry Terminal, Harris

Fri, 11 May 2012 11:47:49 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Arch Henderson to carry out maintenance and repair works to the pier and linkspan facilities at Tarbert Ferry Terminal, Harris. The works will commence on Wednesday 9th May 2012 and are programmed to last 12-weeks.

NTM 25/12: Additional Visitor Moorings Loch Eatharna, Arinagour, Isle of Coll

Tue, 01 May 2012 11:25:51 +0100

Active Mariners are advised the number of visitor moorings provided by CMAL for small vessels visiting Loch Eatharna, Arinagour, Isle of Coll have been increased to 12.

NTM 24/12: Isle of Mull/Ardnamurchan Area, Harbour Hydrographic Surveys Update

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:36:09 +0100

NTM 23/12: Brodick Ferry Terminal, Isle of Arran - Harbour Hydrographic Survey

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:37:17 +0100

This NTM should be read in conjunction with NTM 17/12.

NTM 22/12: Pier Structure Survey: Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal - Update

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:47:39 +0100

This NTM should be read in conjunction with NTM 18/12. Mariners are advised that due to inclement weather conditions the dive project survey of Wemyss Bay Pier has now been extended by one additional day.

NTM 21/12: Pier Structure Survey Largs Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:18:41 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Arch Henderson as consultant to undertake a structural survey of Largs Pier.

NTM 20/12: Port Ellen, Islay - Reinstatement of Navigation Mark

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:17:05 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that the starboard hand navigation mark indicating the shoal area to the south of Port Ellen Ferry Terminal, Islay which was temporarily removed to facilitate dredging works has now been reinstated.

NTM 19/12: Port Ellen, Islay - Reconstruction of the Ferry Terminal Pier - Update

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:10:58 +0100

Further to NTM 03/12, mariners are advised of an update to the pier reconstruction and harbour improvement works at Port Ellen Ferry Terminal, Islay.

NTM 18/12: Pier Structure Survey - Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:07:45 +0100

Active Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Atkins Ltd as consultant to undertake a structural survey of Wemyss Bay Pier.

NTM 17/12: Harbour Hydrographic Surveys

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:03:21 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Aspect Land & Hydrographic Surveys Ltd as contractor to conduct hydrographic and topographic surveys of all of its port areas.

NTM 16/12: Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist - Cathodic Protection Works

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:59:56 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Stork Technical Services (UK) Ltd to carry out cathodic protection system replacement works to the pier sheet steel piling at Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist.

NTM 15/12: Largs Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde - Pier Fender Repair Works

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:24:07 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed NG Builders to carry out repair works to the pier fendering at Largs Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde.

NTM 14/12: Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist - Sector Light Positioning Trials

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:39:13 +0000

Mariners are advised that following a recent meeting between CMAL and stakeholders with regard to a sector light aid to navigation currently located at Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist it has been agreed that the light may not currently be in the optimal position to provide guidance to mariners transiting the area and approaching or departing the pier

NTM 13/12: Oban - South Pier Repair Works

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:35:47 +0000

Mariners are advised that following completion of fender replacement at Oban Ferry Terminal, contractor North West Marine Ltd is now carrying out repair works to Oban’s South Pier, adjacent to slipway.

NTM 12/12: Commissioning of Station Light - Rock Armour Revetment, Gourock Ferry Terminal - Update

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:00:04 +0000

Mariners are advised of a correction to position of the permanent pole mounted light to aid navigation which has been installed marking the southern end of the recently installed rock armour revetment adjacent to Gourock Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde. Position and characteristics are as follows:

NTM 11/12: Kilchoan, Ardnamurchan – Slipway Repair Works

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 11:40:15 +0000

Mariners are advised that contractor North West Marine Ltd is carrying out additional repair works to Kilchoan Slipway, Ardnamurchan.

NTM 10/12 Commissioning of Station Light – Rock Armour Revetment, Gourock Ferry Terminal

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 09:27:17 +0000

Mariners are advised that a permanent pole mounted light to aid navigation has been installed marking the southern end of the recently installed rock armour revetment adjacent to Gourock Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde. Position and characteristics are as follows:

NTM 08/12: Oban Ferry Terminal, Berths Nos. 1 and 2 - Pier Fender Refurbishment Works

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 14:36:41 +0000

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed North West Marine Ltd (NWM) to carry out repair works to the pier fendering at Berths Nos. 1 and 2, Oban Ferry Terminal.

NTM 09/12: Lochaline Ferry Terminal, Ardnamurchan - Pier Repair Works

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 14:39:47 +0000

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Briggs Marine Ltd (BML) to carry out repair works to the pier and facilities at Lochaline Ferry Terminal.

NTM 07/12: Kilchoan, Ardnamurchan - Slipway Repair Works

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:21:38 +0000

Mariners are advised that contractor North West Marine Ltd is carrying out repair works to Kilchoan Slipway, Ardnamurchan.

NTM 04/12: Gourock Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde - Pier Repair Works - Update

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:54:26 +0000

Active Mariners are advised that BAM Nuttall Ltd continue to carry out pier repair works to the quay walls at Gourock Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde.

NTM 02/12: Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal, South Uist - Pier Repair Works HP/955/198

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 15:54:08 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL appointed contractor North West Marine Ltd continues to carry out repairs at Lochboisdale Ferry Terminal.

NTM 13/11: Gourock Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde – Pier Repair Works – Night Shifts

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:46:24 +0000

Active Further to CMAL NTM 13/11, mariners are advised that BAM Nuttall Ltd intend to carry out night shift working as part of the pier repair works to the quay walls at Gourock Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde.

NTM 18/11: Loch Eatharna – Isle of Coll - Aid to Navigation Failure - 24 November

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 10:06:56 +0000

Active Mariners are advised that there is an update on the situation and the time scales for the repair of the listed aids to navigation

NTM 17/11: Loch Eatharna – Isle of Coll - Aid to Navigation Failure

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 11:11:04 +0000

Active Mariners are advised that the listed aids to navigation are currently out of service.

Oban Ferry Terminal – Railway Pier Works

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:59:37 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed NRS Group Ltd (NRS) to carry out upgrade works at various sections of the Railway Pier at Oban Ferry Terminal.

Brodick Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde – Pierhead Piles and Fender Repair Works

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 10:26:22 +0100

Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed Gareloch Support Services Ltd (GSS) to carry out repair works to the pierhead piles and pier fendering at Brodick Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde.

Notice to Mariners: Statutory Sanction – Aids to Navigation, Tarbert Harris

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:11:33 +0000

Complete Two new Aids to Navigation have been commissioned and sanctioned.

NTM 13/11: Gourock Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde - Pier Repair Works

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 10:33:07 +0100

Active Mariners are advised that CMAL have appointed BAM Nuttall Ltd to carry out pier repair works to the quay walls at Gourock Ferry Terminal, Firth of Clyde. The repair works will commence on Monday 12th September 2011 and are programmed to be complete by mid March 2012.

NTM 12/11: Angling Safety Advice

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:02:57 +0000

Active CMAL takes it's responsibilities very seriously and a recent incident surrounding anglers fishing from shore has focused attention on angling safety in general. It is to be remembered that most of CMAL’s harbours lie within remote areas and that if you get into difficulties nobody may well be around to help you!

Isle of Coll Moorings Update

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 12:23:34 +0100

CMAL are pleased to announce that 6 in number small vessel moorings have been re-established in the following positions within Arinagour Harbour, Isle of Coll.

Notice to Mariners: Loch Eatharna – Isle of Coll Danger to Navigation – Foul Ground 27 June

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:48:07 +0100

Active

Mariners are advised that NTM 08/11 issued 9th June 2011 is hereby cancelled.

NTM 10/11: Oban Bay – North/Railway Piers - Marine Surveys

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 09:36:30 +0100

Complete Further to NTM 07/11 Mariners are advised that marine surveying will continue to take place in the vicinity of the SE corner of Oban Harbour, namely between the North and Railway Piers until the 17th of June 2011.

Notice to Mariners: Port of Tiree - Diving inspection of the Old Pierhead, Gott Bay, Tiree

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 15:58:04 +0100

Complete Further to CMAL Notice to Mariners 04/11 a diving inspection of the Old Pierhead will be conducted from Monday 13th June until Thursday 16th June 2011 inclusive.

NTM 07/11: Oban Bay – North/Railway Piers - Marine Survey

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 09:33:42 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that marine surveying will take place in the vicinity of the SE corner of Oban Harbour namely between the North and Railway Piers. Works will commence from Thursday 9th and are due for completion by Tuesday 14th.

NTM 06/11: Firth Of Clyde – Lochranza (Ferry Terminal) - Diving inspection

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:26:41 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) have instigated a planned diving inspection of the Lochranza Ferry Terminal on Tuesday 7th June and Wednesday 8th June 2011. Diving will be conducted between 0800 and 1800 daily.

NTM 05/11: West Loch Tarbert - Kennacraig Pier Upgrade Works Continue - April 2011

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 17:22:49 +0100

Active Further to NTM 01/10, mariners are advised that Graham Construction are continuing to undertake pier upgrade works at Kennacraig for Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL). The pier upgrade works taking place in West Loch Tarbert, in the vicinity of the Ferry Terminal at Kennacraig, are due to be complete during July 2011.

NTM 04/11: Closure of Old Pierhead, Gott Bay Pier, Tiree

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 16:23:21 +0100

Active Mariners are advised that the Old Pierhead, Gott Bay Pier, Isle of Tiree is closed to ALL vessels until further notice.

NTM 03/11: Cumbrae Slip - Diving inspection of slipway (North end)

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:53:28 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) have instigated a planned diving inspection of the Cumbrae Slip (Ferry Slip) on Wednesday 20th April 2011 for one day only. Divers will be operating from shore and will operate in hours of daylight only. Mariners are requested to pass at slow speed appropriate to maintain safe passage. Ferry services to and from the slip will operate as normal.

Notice to Mariners: Port of Port Ellen, Islay - Reconstruction of the Ferry Terminal pier

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 17:09:17 +0000

Active Mariners are advised that Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) has contracted McLaughlin & Harvey Ltd to undertake pier reconstruction works at Port Ellen Ferry Terminal, Isle of Islay. The reconstruction works will commence on Friday 25th March 2011 and are programmed to be complete by 31st December 2011.

NTM 01/11: West Loch Tarbert - Kennacraig Pier Upgrade Works Continue

Mon, 17 Jan 2011 15:58:18 +0000

Complete Further to NTM06/10, mariners are advised that Graham Construction are continuing to undertake pier upgrade works at Kennacraig for Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd(CMAL). The pier upgrade works taking place in West Loch Tarbert, in the vicinity of the Ferry Terminal at Kennacraig, are due to be complete by the end of June 2011.

Notice to Mariners: West Loch Tarbert - Kennacraig Pier Upgrade Works

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 17:39:20 +0000

Complete Mariners are advised that Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) has contracted Graham Construction to undertake pier upgrade works at Kennacraig. The pier upgrade works taking place in West Loch Tarbert, in the vicinity of the Ferry Terminal at Kennacraig,will start on Monday 06 December 2010 and are due to be complete by the end of June 2011.

Notice to Mariners: West Loch Tarbert - Kennacraig - Continuation of Bed Levelling Works

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 17:46:30 +0000

Complete Further to the issue of NTM 04/10, mariners are advised that the bed levelling works being undertaken at Kennacraig by Coastworks Operations Ltd, on behalf of Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL), are expected to continue for approximately a further two weeks.

Notice to Mariners: West Loch Tarbert - Kennacraig - Bed Levelling Works

Wed, 10 Nov 2010 16:45:34 +0000

Complete Mariners are advised that Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) has contracted Coastworks Operations Ltd to undertake bed levelling works at Kennacraig. The bed levelling works will be taking place in West Loch Tarbert, in the vicinity of the Ferry Terminal at Kennacraig from 15th November 2010, for approximately two weeks.

Notice to Mariners: West Loch Tarbert - Kennacraig ground investigation works

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:18:38 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) has contracted Fugro Seacore Ltd to undertake ground investigation works at Kennacraig. A marine ground investigation will be taking place in West Loch Tarbert, in the vicinity of the ferry terminal at Kennacraig from 12th September until 30th September 2010.

Notice to Mariners: West Loch Tarbert - Kennacraig - Sunken Barge Removal Works

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 11:39:20 +0000

Complete Mariners are advised that Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL) has contracted Herbosch-Kiere Marine Contractors Ltd to undertake the removal of a sunken dumb barge adjacent to the Kennacraig ferry terminal, West Loch Tarbert.

Notice to Mariners: Barrfields Slipway, North Promenade, Largs

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:11:00 +0100

Complete Mariners are advised that North Ayrshire Council has contracted W I & A Gilbert to carry out urgent repairs to the Barrfields Slipway in Largs from Monday 30th November 2009.

NTM 03/09: Oban Bay - Scottish Water Outfall Pipe

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:02:25 +0100

The outfall pipe to the north east end of the Railway Pier in Oban Bay (approx. 56 N 24.79', 005 W 28.39') is temporarily marked by a buoy. At low tides the marker buoy may be off station and care should be taken when navigating in this area.