Reply To: 3.1 Safe and dignified marine access

Saibai Island, TSIRC Infrastructure 3.1 Safe and dignified marine access Reply To: 3.1 Safe and dignified marine access

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Mark Campbell
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    Reply To: 3.1 Safe and dignified marine access

    <Hi Anthony,

    Rick Plain and Peter Price (Royal Haskoning DHV) conducted a conditions assessment on the Torres Straight marine infrastructure. PSB

    https://search.informit.org/doi/pdf/10.3316/informit.475129413330283

    Following the assessment they delivered their findings during the IPWEA Asset Management Symposium where they stated the closure of the Saibai jetty.

    https://ipweaq.intersearch.com.au/ipweaqjspui/handle/1/8259

    I would like to see an accessible ferry terminal and vessel pontoon at Saibai Island. This simple design allows deep water access out to 100 metres and can withstand tidal variations of up to 9 metres, while also maintaining a DDA-compliant gangway elevation with wheelchair access. With support from TSIRC a ferry service may be established for inter-island travel including PNG to promote economic growth.

    Thanks for your time.
    Mark>