MSIB XXIII-032 The 2023 Hurricane Season commences June 1st and continues through November 30th. You are strongly encouraged to review your existing hurricane plan or develop a plan if you do not have one. It is extremely important to decide…
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MSIB XXIII-031 1. This Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) supersedes MSIB Volume XXIII, Issue 027. 2. Mariners are advised that the Union Pacific Railroad bridge has been reopened to marine traffic. 3. For further information, contact the following: Coast Guard…
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The Federal Pilots have reduced their recommended maximum FW draft to 49 feet from SWP SB to Mile 104 AHOP
Read MoreThe BAR Pilots will increase the maximum recommended freshwater draft to 50 feet as of 1000, Local, today, May 22, 2023. This is in effect from the Sea Buoy to Mile 1.5 AHOP. Documentation is here.
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MSIB XXIII-030 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XXIII, Issue 029 “Carrollton Gauge at 8 Feet and Rising”. The Carrollton Gauge reads below 9 feet and falling, the following measures are no longer in effect: 1. In accordance with…
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MSIB XXIII-029 The Carrollton Gauge reads 8 feet and rising, the following operating requirements are in effect: 1. In accordance with 33 CFR 161.65, the Governor Nicholls Harbor Traffic Control Light 94, the Gretna Harbor Traffic Control Light 97 and…
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MSIB XXIII-028 1. This Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) supersedes MSIB Volume XXIII, Issue 026. 2. Mariners are advised that the Bayou Pigeon swing bridge has been reopened to marine traffic. 3. For further information, contact the following: Coast Guard…
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MSIB XXIII-027 The Captain of the Port New Orleans is issuing a safety advisory for the waters of the Port Allen – Morgan City Alternate Route at mile marker 64.3. Mariners are advised that the Union Pacific Railroad bridge will…
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MSIB XXIII-026 UPDATE 1 The Captain of the Port New Orleans is issuing a safety advisory for the waters of the Port Allen – Morgan City Alternate Route at mile marker 41.5. Mariners are advised that the Bayou Pigeon swing…
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SC 23-020 Assistant Port Director Mark Choina will be detailed to the Port of Philadelphia, PA this summer as the Assistant Port Director, Trade. During this time, New Orleans Chief George Rizk will serve as the acting Assistant Port Director,…
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MSIB XXIII-025 1. As a result of the Baton Rouge river gauge reading 25.5 feet and falling, in accordance with the Waterways Action Plan Baton Rouge Annex: A. The COTP New Orleans has cancelled all requirements contained in MSIB Volume…
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MSIB XXIII-024 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XXIII, Issue 021 “Carrollton Gauge at 12 Feet and Falling”. The Carrollton Gauge reads 9 feet and falling, the following measures are no longer in effect: 1. In accordance with 33…
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MSIB XXIII-023 1. As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 30’ and falling, the COTP New Orleans has issued a Safety Advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile 219 to Mile 229 and…
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MSIB XXIII-022 Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Lower Mississippi River, in accordance with the Navigation Safety Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations Title 33, Subpart 161.11, will establish a VTS measure for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River from Mile Marker…
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MSIB XXIII-020 The Carrollton Gauge reads below 12 feet and falling, the following operating requirements are no longer in effect: 1. For barge fleets located between MM 88 and MM 240 AHP, additional high-water requirements are found in 33 CFR…
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SC 23-019C Purpose: One purpose of this notice is to advise the local maritime industry of the importance of foreign FSMC (formerly AGM) free certification inspections. Secondly, this notice is to advise of changes to FSMC High Risk Flight Season…
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RESCINDED APRIL 19, 2023 Letter From NOBRA: ============ Effective immediately, [APRIL 6, 2023] and continuing until the Carrollton gage reaches twelve (12) feet and falling, this Board implements the following Mississippi River safety restriction(s): “Mooring and unmooring operations at all mid-stream…
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Effective April 6, 2023 The Associated Federal Pilots & Docking Masters will implement the restriction of mooring boats during mooring operations to daylight only. Hank Webster President Associated Federal Pilots of Louisiana 504-416-6727
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SC 23-018 This notice is issued to clarify U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s policy regarding Manifesting Ship’s Stores, Equipment and Spares Ship’s Supplies, Stores, Equipment and Spares: Accessories that are required for the maintenance or general operation of a vessel.…
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SC 23-017 This Trade Notice Updates and Replaces Trade Notice 06-010 issued on June 13, 2016 This notice is issued to clarify U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s policy regarding Petroleum Residue {Slops} and Petroleum Waste {Sludge} SLOPS: Considered merchandise and…
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