Agents,

I’ve been asked to collect information regarding vessel’s drafts.

I’m requesting the following:

First:

Please ensure the Master of all vessels enter the correct current draft information in their vessels AIS information.

If all vessels comply with this; the information will be readily available for port planners, users, USACE, USCG, Pilots, etc.

Second:

If you have a vessel that is delayed from either entering or departing the LMR due to the recommended maximum draft of 44’, please send me the following:

• Name of Vessel:
• Draft:
• Cargo:
• Current Location and Destination:
• Previous Planned Time to Arrive Destination or Depart LMR:

Thank you for your cooperation.

RWB

Ronald W. Branch, CAPT. USCG (Ret.) 
President
Louisiana Maritime Association (LAMA) 
Ron.branch@louisianamaritime.org  
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