SANDETTIÉ - DEEP WATER ROUTE

This deep water route forming part of the north-east
bound traffic lane is established to the north-west
of the Sandettié Bank. It is recommended that the DW
Route is only to be used by vessels with a draught of
16 metres or more. Mariners considering the use of this
route should take into account the proximity of traffic
using the south-west bound lane and are recommended to
avoid overtaking where traffic and navigation do not
allow sufficient sea room and passing distance. If
overtaking, then a safe distance must be maintained and
Rule 13 of the Collision Regulations observed. The main
lane for north-east bound traffic lies to the south-east
of the Sandettié Bank and should be followed by all
vessels whose draught is less than 16 metres and allows
them to use it safely.