Notice to Mariners – Berwick Bank Wind Farm – Geophysical Survey – First Issue

Mariners are advised that Berwick Bank Offshore Wind Farm (BBOWF) will be continuing geophysical survey works within export cable route areas.

The survey is being undertaken by X-Ocean and will be conducted by an uncrewed surface vessel (USV). It is due to start on 26 May 2025 (+/- 2 days, pending vessel availability) lasting approximately seven days in total. To allow for weather delays and any other eventualities, we would like to extend the validity of this notice to 31 July 2025.

To undertake the survey, the USV will be deploying towed equipment, however it should be noted that BBOWF do not require relocation of fishing gear; on this occasion the vessel will be able to work around any present within the survey areas.

Notice to Mariners – Berwick Bank Geophysical Survey – 1st Issue