Association of 
Forth Pilots

Association of Forth Pilots Association of Forth Pilots

Mooring Requirements

 

Vessels stemmed for ports within the Firth of Forth must ensure that sufficient moorings are provided for the worst anticipated weather conditions.

Tankers bound for Grangemouth Eastern Channel jetties shall as a minimum use the following number of lines at each end of the vessel:

 

Deadweight

 

Number of lines required at each end of vessel

0 – 4,000 Dwt

 

4

4,000 – 10,000 Dwt

 

5

Over 10,000 Dwt

 

6

 

Vessels bound for Braefoot Terminal shall be moored as per the pre-arranged mooring plan – deviation from the agreed mooring plan will not be permitted at Braefoot Terminal.