Notices to Mariners

Workboat “Sgt Pepper” Operating from Carrickfergus Marina

Notice no.14 of 2026
Issue Date: 15 June 2026

Mariners are advised that the workboat “Sgt Pepper” (Callsign 2DMZ6) will be operating from Carrickfergus Marina from Tuesday 16 June 2026 until approximately Thursday 18 June 2026.

The vessel will be utilising the centre hammerhead berth whilst in the Marina.

No other vessel is permitted to use this berth without prior authorisation.

Please keep a listening watch on VHF Channel 80, as the vessel will communicate on this channel before entering or departing the Marina.

Cloghan Point Oil Jetty Tanker Operations at the Oil Jetty

Notice no.13 of 2026
Issue Date: 15 June 2026

Mariners are advised that export tanker operations at Cloghan Point Oil Jetty are scheduled to commence on or about 16 June 2026.

The export programme is currently expected to comprise of approximately four tanker movements over a limited period.

During this time, vessels may be observed:

• approaching or departing the jetty on courses which differ from normal traffic patterns within the area
• manoeuvring in the vicinity of the jetty and adjacent waters

All mariners are hereby:

• advised to exercise heightened caution when navigating in the vicinity of Cloghan Point Oil Jetty
• requested to maintain a safe distance from vessels engaged in berthing or unberthing operations
• encouraged to maintain a proper listening watch on VHF Channel 12 (Belfast VTS) and VHF Channel 14 (Cloghan Jetty) at all times

Further Information

Tankers operating to and from the jetty will be:

• Under the conduct of a Marine Pilot
• Supported by tug assistance as required

Issued by: Cloghan Point (Holdings) Ltd, Marine Operations