Recommendation MR20080013

Recommendation issued to: Newcastle Port Corporation

Recommendation details
Output No:	MR20080013
Date issued:	23 May 2008
Safety action status:
Background:	Why this Recommendation was developed

Output text

Safety Issue

Newcastle Vessel Traffic Information Centre requested the masters of four ships to leave the anchorage at a very late stage, when the weather conditions were extreme and just before Pasha Bulker grounded. The masters of several ships, including Pasha Bulker, had expected the centre to provide them with similar guidance earlier, when weather conditions warranted, enabling them to safely clear the coast.

Safety Recommendation

The Australian Transport Safety Bureau recommends that Newcastle Port Corporation take action to address this safety issue.