NEWS
|
HARBOUR PROTECTION PROJECT Stakeholder Update : No. 1 (2009) It is with regret that the Commissioners have to announce a delay in the execution of the first phase of the Harbour Protection Project. This was due to start construction this June, and to be completed before the autumn. Several factors have conspired against us and mean that this would no longer be a prudent course of action. Despite the current economic climate, costs for the approved design have risen substantially above our engineer’s estimates. It is clear that we need to critically review the details of the design and the construction methods to maximise value for our stakeholders For these reasons we have decided to delay the project by one year. This will enable us to take advantage of cost reductions that are now predicted going forward and to carry out further value engineering on the design, whilst accumulating further reserves and continuing the search for grants to assist the funding. I hope that you will all accept that we have made this decision in the best interests of all our river users. Peter Griffiths – Chairman LHC 6th April 2009 |
NEW FERRIES Risk Assessment River Trials : Stakeholder Update No.6 My previous update to stakeholders issued on the 11th March indicated that the draft Phase 2 risk assessment report by our marine risk consultants BMT SeaTech (BMT) had been circulated to stakeholders for consultation. At the end of the consultation period a meeting with stakeholders was held on the 2nd April to discuss the conclusions of the report and on the 5th May, the report was finalised and published. The primary conclusion of the report is that the overall level of risk within the harbour remains very low provided the recommended risk control measures are adopted. As previously stated, Wightlink have confirmed that they are operating in accordance with the requirements for safe operation that LHC have laid down following the latest recommendations from BMT. During the consultation process it was agreed by all parties that the operation of the new ferries should be kept under review. In particular it was recognised that the trials to date have not yet observed the ferries when river traffic is at its busiest at the height of the summer. LHC have asked BMT to provide a scope for review that will provide further observation on peak season dates and a review with stakeholders in the autumn. A copy of the report can be downloaded as a PDF file (HERE). Peter Griffiths - Chairman LHC 15th May 2009 |
Booking Berths In The Harbour
For organised rallies, regattas and events of 6 boats or more, advance bookings can be made to berth at our new Dan Bran pontoon. This is conveniently located close to the Royal Lymington Yacht Club, Lymington Town Sailing Club and is just a short walk to the town centre. Please call 01590 672014 Or E-Mail us for further information. |
