NOTICE TO MARINERS NO.60/2021T
ANNOUNCEMENT TO THE SHIPPING TRAFFIC
CHART 2017
OFF THE COAST OF SURINAME
RESEARCH DRILLING

With reference to NtM NO.40/2021T, regarding exploration drilling by the drilling rig Maersk Developer, the public is informed that the drilling rig will be moved to the drilling site at 07° 25’.490 N – 056° 00’.480 W (WGS 84). At this site the drilling rig will conduct exploration drilling off the coast of Suriname from September 17th till December 30th, 2021.

For safety reasons vessels should keep a safe distance of 1000 (one thousand) meters from the drilling rig.
The Offshore Support Vessels (OSV) that will assist during the operations are M/V Bourbon Topaz, M/V Brad Dartez, PSV Felton Tide and PSV Delta Monarch.

Please note:
• Communication is through the VHF channels 16 and 77.
• There is a SAFETY ZONE of 1000 (one thousand) meters from the drilling site.
• Maersk Developer is not maneuverable and will display the relevant characters.

All ships are requested to take notice of the above mentioned.