With reference to NtM NO.13/2023T, regarding exploration drilling off the coast of Suriname at the drilling location 07° 13’.500 N – 055° 51’.250 W (WGS 84), the public is informed that drilling operations with the drillship Transocean DD3 are extended to 9^th August 2023.

For safety reasons vessels should keep a safe distance of one nautical mile (1 NM) from the drilling vessel.

The Offshore Support Vessel (OSV) that will assist during the operations is MV Siem Ruby.

 Please note:

• Communication is through  VHF channels 16 and 77.
• There is a SAFETY ZONE of one nautical mile (1 NM) from the drilling site.
• Transocean DD3 is not maneuverable and will display the relevant characters.

All ships should take notice of the above mentioned.