The trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) Brisbane has officially commenced maintenance dredging of the Port of Brisbane, the Department of Transport and Main Roads – Maritime Safety Queensland reports.
Initial works will be conducted from the Entrance Beacons to the upstream end of Hamilton Reach.
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According to the official announcement, some maintenance works in the Bay Channels will also be conducted.
The dredging program is expected to extend for a period of 8 weeks.
The majority of the dredged material will be placed at the Mud Island Spoil Ground, or pumped ashore to the Fisherman Island Reclaimation area via a floating pipeline.
Mariners should navigate with caution and maintain an appropriate speed and distance off, when operating near the dredger, said the Department.
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The trailing suction hopper dredger (TSHD) Brisbane has officially commenced maintenance dredging of the Port of Brisbane, the Department of Transport and Main Roads – Maritime Safety Queensland reports. Initial works will be conducted from the Entrance Beacons to the upstream end of Hamilton Reach.