Brightlingsea (GBBLS)

The Port of Brightlingsea, which commenced commercial operations in 1982, stands as a vital link in the Short Sea Coaster Trade, facilitating maritime transport across Europe, the Baltics, and Scandinavian territories. The port, owned by Olivers Wharf Limited and operated by Essex Cement Limited, is characterised by its Spring Tidal NAABSA (Not Always Afloat But Safely Aground) designation, allowing it to accommodate a variety of vessels and cargo types, even during low tide conditions. Port entry permitted on all tides. Brightlingsea's operational focus is on handling a diverse array of cargoes, making it an essential hub for regional trade. The port is equipped to manage bagged cement, fertilisers, scrap metal, aggregates, biomass and wood chips. Furthermore, the port handles Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF), aligning with modern waste management and energy recovery initiatives.

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Brightlingsea stands on the N shore of Brightlingsea Creek, England.

Max LOA 100m (Spring Tide), beam 15.0m, draught 15.4m and 4,000DWT.

Approx 56,000t of cargo and 1 vessel handled annually.

Brightlingsea anchorage is E of Mersea Island, in the River Colne.

Front light (white square topmark, red stripe, on post) (51°48'N., 001°01'E). Rear light (white square topmark, red stripe, on post) (50m NE). The alignment of these lights leads through the entrance to Brightlingsea Harbour, passing with positions from Bateman's Tower from which a light is exhibited, (51°48'N., 001°00.7'E). SE of Brightlingsea Spit (0.25nm S), which extends 0.2nm S from Westmarsh Point, the NW entry point to Brightlingsea Creek. The spit is marked on its SE side by Brightlingsea Lightbuoy (S cardinal). Then NW of St Osyth Stone Point (0.5nm ESE), the SE entry point of the creek. Then the channel leads to the E passing between 2 lightbuoys (port and starboard hand) (0.3nm SES), then N of the lighted beacon (N cardinal) on Fisherman's Trot and S of the lighted beacon on Town Hard Causeway (0.5nm E) with a yacht club close E before making the final approach to the wharf.

BA 1975, 3741. Admiralty Pilot NP28, NP286(1).

Clacton-on-Sea Lifeboat Station and West Mersea Lifeboat Station.

1025.

NAABSA Berth. It is recommended that low loaded vessels of up to 3,500DWT berth on Spring Tides, however, if the cargo is of light density then 4,000DWT can be accommodated. Vessels with an LOA 100.00m may moor at the berth on Spring Tides.

Brightlingsea Harbour Commissioners are responsible for pilotage on the River Colne from Inner Bench Head Lighted Buoy (51°46.0'N 1°01.8'E) upstream to the confluence of River Colne with Roman River. Pilotage is compulsory for all vessels exceeding LOA 60.0m and for all vessels with LOA exceeding 50.0m proceeding upstream. Pilots board in the following position: ..... Lat Long Remarks Pilot Boarding 51°46'55.2''N 1°01'09''E Close to No. 9 Lighted Buoy

The port limits extend from Brightlingsea Creek, E of a line between Bateman's Tower to Martello Tower (point clear).

As per bye-laws. The max permitted speed limit anywhere within the harbour is 4kts.

..... MHWS 5.2m MHWN 4.5m MLWS 4.5m MLWN 3.5m Spring Tides two sets per month period lasting approx 7 days. The Low Tidal period separates Spring Tides are Neap Tides and are lower in water depth for a period of approx 7 days.

Available, by arrangement.

Prevailing winds: SW'ly.

BRIGHTLINGSEA 51°48.26'N 1°01.18'E UNCTAD LOCODE: GB BLS For details see: HARWICH PILOT REQUIREMENTS ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 02/24 Brightlingsea Harbour Master correspondence, (RSDRA2023000333424), 02/24 ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

VHF: Ch 68. Port radio service is maintained during office hours and at other times by arrangement. ..... Brightlingsea Harbour Commissioners contact info Call sign Brightlingsea Harbour VHF Ch 68 Telephone +44 1206 302200 Facsimile +44 1206 308533 Email: mail@brightlingseaharbour.org Port of Brightlingsea contact info Telephone +44 1206 588488 Email operations@brightlingsea-port.co.uk Uniconnection contact info Telephone +44 1206 307300 Email agency@uniconnection.co.uk

..... Documents Copies 1. Crew List - 2. Passenger List - 3. Stowaway List - 4. Bonded Stores List - 5. Crew's Personal Effects List - 6. Stores List - 7. Arms & Ammunition List - 8. Health documents or certificate 1 9. Ship Sanitation Control Certificate 1 10. Load Line Certificate 1 11. Tonnage Certificate 1 12. Certificate of Nationality 1 13. Safety Equipment Certificate 1 14. Cargo Gear Certificate 1 15. Bills of Lading - 16. Manifests (freighted) - 17. Manifests (unfreighted) - 18. Light Dues certificate 1 20. Safety Construction Certificate 1 21. International Oil Pollution Prevention Certificate 1

As per UK Health Regulations.