1st Quarter 2022 Pilot Pension Surcharges Associated Branch Pilots: 14.50 mills per DWT Crescent River Port Pilots: 21.90 mills per DWT New Orleans-Baton Rouge Steamship Pilots: will be forwarded on receipt 2nd Quarter 2022 Pilot Pension Surcharges Associated Branch Pilots: 16.00…
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MSIB XXII-038 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 series of VTS measures for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River from…
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MSIB XXII-037 The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Captain of the Port New Orleans, under the authority of the Ports and Waterways Safety Act, has established multiple safety zones within the Captain of the Port New Orleans area of responsibility. These…
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MSIB XXII-036 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin supersedes Volume XXII, Issue 025 Carrollton Gauge at 12 Feet and Falling. When the Carrollton Gauge reads 9 feet and falling, the following measures will be in effect: 1. In accordance with 33…
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MSIB XXII-035 This Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) supersedes MSIB Volume XXII, Issue 032. The COTP New Orleans has cancelled all requirements contained in MSIB Volume XXII, Issue 032. For further information, contact the following: Coast Guard Sector New Orleans…
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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 series of VTS measures for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River from Mile Marker…
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MSIB XXII-033 The U.S. Coast Guard has amended anchorage regulations for the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) between mile marker (MM) 12 Above Head of Passes (AHP) to MM 85 AHP. On May 16, 2022, final rule 87 FR 29668 was…
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SC 22-017 Due to the “High” COVID-19 community level for Orleans Parish, CBP Field Operations New Orleans Maritime Industry Day that was planned for June 7, 2022, is postponed. Notification will be sent once a new date has been selected.…
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MSIB XXII-032 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 30’ and predicted to fall, the Captain of the Port of New Orleans has issued a safety advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile…
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UPDATE 27MAY2022: Captain Wattigney, Please accept this email as verification that the Board of Examiners for NOBRA (BOE) rescinds its current High Water Safety restriction as outlined in correspondence sent to you on May 22, 2022 as the Carrollton gage…
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SC 22-016 U.S. Customs and Border Protection [CBP] is frequently asked by stakeholders to provide additional services to mitigate the challenges of international travel and trade at ports of entry. Requested services in the Area Port of New Orleans are…
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MSIB XXII-031 The 2022 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 XXII-030 NVIC 01-20 Cyber Regulations: In March of 2020, the Coast Guard released Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular (NVIC) 01-20 titled “Guidelines for Addressing Cyber Risks at MTSA Regulated Facilities”. This NVIC clarifies the existing Maritime Transportation Security Act…
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UPDATE 24MAY2022 ******UPDATED DATE and TIME – River Closure****** Mariners are advised on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 from 0700 to 1300, the Lower Mississippi River at MM 16.2, Below Head of Passes will be closed to all vessel traffic in…
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SC22-015 This notice updates Southern Currents Number 22-010 issued on March 23, 2022 Port of Morgan City Address: 1116 Bayou Lacarpe Road, Suite B. Houma, LA 70363. Hours of Operation: The Port of Morgan City hours of operation are 0800-1600 Sunday…
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MSIB XXII-029 Waterway Status – Periodic Closures of the GIWW Lake Borgne Surge Barrier Sector Gate In support of the U.S. Army Core of Engineers and South Louisiana Flood Protection Authority-East Hurricane Preparedness and Public Relations event, mariners are advised…
Read MoreMSIB XXII-027 As a result of the Baton Rouge gauge reading 31’ and predicted to rise, the Captain of the Port of New Orleans has issued a safety advisory for all waters of the Lower Mississippi River (LMR) from Mile…
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SC 22-014 AGENDA Tuesday, June 7, 2022 0900 – Welcome 0915-0950 – Area Port of New Orleans 0950-1000 – Break 1000-1100 – Cargo Conveyance Security Manifests & Vessels Vessel Entrance and Clearance 1100-1215 – Lunch 1215-1245 – Vessel Repair (VRU)…
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SC 22-013 U.S. Customs and Border Protection [CBP] Field Operations New Orleans is sponsoring a Maritime Industry Day on Tuesday June 7, 2022, at the New Orleans Customhouse located at 423 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130. The one-day event…
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Due to the Carrollton Gauge dropping below 12 feet, the Federal Pilots have rescinded all high water restrictions. See letter here.
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