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Marine ‘Sweep’ Underway at Whyalla Port

March 28, 2023 11:07 am in by

A marine ‘sweep’ is on the calendar for the Whyalla Port this week.

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The process removes the build up of sea-bed sand, which can affect the loading of ships at the outer harbour berthing facility and also and create negative environmental effects.

The build-up will be relocated to deeper water within the Port’s exclusion zone.

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The job started yesterday and will be carried out as part of routine maintenance for the GFG Alliance.

The work is due to be completed by Friday, weather permitting.

Photo: SIMEC

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