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Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular (NVIC) 03-23: Guidance on Navigational Safety In and Around Offshore Renewable Energy Installations (OREI)

Nov. 21, 2023 | By Scott Whalen, Office of Navigation Systems

The Coast Guard has published Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular 03-23: Guidance on Navigational Safety In and Around Offshore Renewable Energy Installations (OREI). 

The Assistant Commandant for Prevention Policy has released guidance to mariners highlighting considerations when planning and undertaking voyages in the vicinity of offshore renewable energy installations (OREI) in U.S. waters.  This NVIC assists mariners in making informed risk assessments for their intended voyages.

Important Maritime Safety Information (MSI) relating to OREIs is distributed by Local or Broadcast Notices to Mariners (LNM or BNM) promulgated by Coast Guard Districts.  Marine Safety Information Bulletins (MSIB) released by the local Captain of the Port (COTP) may be issued to provide supplemental information.

Interested parties should contact the Office of Navigation Systems at CGNAV@uscg.mil with any questions or feedback.

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