FORTH PORTS PLC

No. 4 of 2002                                                                                      18 March 2002

NOTICE TO MARINERS

FIRTH OF FORTH

BURNTISLAND - PETTYCUR

ROCK ARMOUR STOCKPILES

Reference:    Admiralty Chart No. 735

1. In connection with repairs to the railway embankment, the contractor has deposited

   stockpiles of rock armour at the undernoted locations:

      1)      56° 03.45' N     03° 12.13'W

      2)      56° 03.60'N      03° 12.10'W

2.      The stockpiles dry at Low Water and at Mean High Springs, project approximately 1 metre above the water.

3.      This area is only accessible for small craft when tidal conditions permit. Those in charge of such craft are warned of the above obstructions and are advised to give the area a wide berth.

4.      Plans are currently being made to remove the stockpiles. A further Notice to Mariners will be issued when the area is clear.

5.      Status of Previously Published Notices:

                           Nos. 6 and 7 of 1998 remain in force

                           No. 13 of 1999 remains in force

                           No. l of 2000 remains in force

                           Nos. 10 and 11 of 2001 remain in force

                           Nos. 1, 2 and 3 of 2002 remain in force

CHIEF HARBOUR MASTER

FIRTH OF FORTH