Weekly maritime regulatory digest
The weekly briefing.
Week ending 8 September 2026 · Archived edition
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Med East
Ten Hellenic Navy Hydrographic Service notices: activation of the "Nisides Karavia" firing practice area in the Myrtoo Sea, the multinational aeronautical exercise "Medusa 26" in the south-east Cretan Sea, a research mission in the Amvrakikos Gulf, a scientific survey in the Ionian Sea, calibration checks off Crete, and five lights unlit across the Singitikos Gulf (two), Aigina, the Lakonikos Gulf and Chios. Nav warnings
Med NW
Six French Maritime Prefecture Mediterranean orders: three explosive device discoveries in Corsica (Ajaccio, Ventiseri, Solenzara), a swim event at La Ciotat, an extended airport derogation at Nice, and the lifting of the earlier Palavas-les-Flots restriction. Local
Adriatic
Six Italian Coast Guard ordinances across the northern and central Adriatic — sailing events at Monfalcone, Porto San Giorgio (two) and San Benedetto del Tronto, breakwater works at Porto Recanati, and barge operations at Porto Nogaro — plus a NAVAREA III notice on two uncharted drilling rigs in the Adriatic-Ionian Sea. Local Nav
Tyrrhenian
One Italian Coast Guard ordinance: the "Un Miglio Con Fede" memorial swim event at Fiumicino. Local
Italy South
Three Italian Coast Guard ordinances: a fireworks display at Messina, a religious sea procession at Gioia Tauro, and marine litter recovery works off Vibo Valentia. Local
Med SW
Two Spanish Navy Hydrographic Institute notices: new data buoys established at Algeciras (Strait of Gibraltar approaches) and Villaricos. Nav / Hydrographic
Atl. West
One Spanish Navy Hydrographic Institute notice: the Cabo Prior light on Spain's Galician coast relocated and recharacterised. Nav / Hydrographic
Atl. SW
Two Spanish Navy Hydrographic Institute notices in the Canary Islands: a new light at Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura, and a light established and buoy characteristic changed at Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Nav / Hydrographic
Atl. NW
One French Maritime Prefecture Atlantic order: a temporary activity restriction around the Banc de Guérande offshore wind farm for cable maintenance, 10 September to 30 October. Local
Lloyd's
Lloyd's Register has updated its Rules for welding procedures and high heat input welding. Safety
For any navigation warning or local ordinance, confirm positions, time windows, and chart updates with the issuing authority before operations.
34 notices
Eastern Mediterranean
Greece
Note: the same notices appear under two source labels in the data feed (Hellenic Navy Hydrographic Service and Greece HNHS NAVWARNs). Each entry below represents a single unique notice.
1062/2026 — Singitikos Gulf, Moni Agiou Pavlou — light unlit
A navigation light near Moni Agiou Pavlou in the Singitikos Gulf, on the Mount Athos peninsula, has been reported unlit. Vessels approaching this stretch of the Halkidiki coast at night should exercise extra caution until the light is confirmed restored.
1061/2026 — Singitikos Gulf, Moni Agiou Pavlou — light unlit
A second navigation light in the same area of the Singitikos Gulf, near Moni Agiou Pavlou, has also been reported unlit. Vessels in this area should treat both aids to navigation as unreliable until they are confirmed restored.
1056/2026 — Ionio Sea, Amvrakikos Gulf — research mission
A research mission is underway in the Amvrakikos Gulf in the Ionian Sea. Vessels transiting the gulf should keep clear of research vessels and any towed equipment and monitor VHF for further instructions.
1055/2026 — South East Cretan Sea — multinational aeronautical activity "Medusa 26"
Multinational aeronautical exercise activity, designated "Medusa 26," is taking place in the south-eastern Cretan Sea. Vessels transiting this area should expect increased air activity and confirm the affected zone with the Hellenic Navy Hydrographic Service.
1054/2026 — Aigina Island — light unlit
A navigation light on Aigina Island in the Saronic Gulf has been reported unlit. Vessels approaching Aigina at night should exercise extra caution until the light is confirmed restored.
1053/2026 — Kythira Sea, Lakonikos Gulf, Stavros rock islet — light unlit
A light on the Stavros rock islet in the Lakonikos Gulf, Kythira Sea, has been reported unlit. Vessels navigating this stretch of the southern Peloponnese coast should not rely on the light until it is confirmed restored.
1050/2026 — Myrtoo Sea — firing practice area "Nisides Karavia" activated
The "Nisides Karavia" firing practice area in the Myrtoo Sea has been activated for firing exercises. Vessels transiting this popular cruising area should route around the exercise zone and confirm active dates with the Hellenic Navy Hydrographic Service.
1048/2026 — Cretan Sea, Crete Island, Drapano Point — calibration checks
Calibration checks are underway off Drapano Point, Crete, as part of a fleet navigation accuracy verification programme. Vessels transiting this area should expect survey and calibration vessels operating close inshore.
1043/2026 — Ionian Sea — scientific survey
A scientific survey is underway in the Ionian Sea. Vessels transiting the area should keep clear of survey vessels and any towed equipment.
1042/2026 — North East Aegean Sea, Chios Island — light unlit
A navigation light off Chios Island in the north-eastern Aegean has been reported unlit. Vessels approaching Chios at night should exercise extra caution until the light is confirmed restored.
Northwestern Mediterranean
France · Mediterranean
⚠ These orders are issued by the French Maritime Prefecture for the Mediterranean. Links are to the official signed documents (PDF). Verify expiry dates with the issuing authority.
Order 2026-372 — Navigation, mooring, diving and other nautical activity restriction following discovery of an explosive device — Petit Capo beach, Ajaccio (Corsica)
Navigation, mooring, diving and other nautical activities are restricted off the Petit Capo beach at Ajaccio, Corsica, following the discovery of an explosive device. Vessels in the area should keep well clear of the marked zone and confirm current status with the French Maritime Prefecture for the Mediterranean.
Order 2026-370 — Navigation, mooring, bathing and diving restriction for the "Défi de Monte-Cristo La Ciotat" event — La Ciotat (Bouches-du-Rhône), 11–13 September 2026
Navigation, mooring, bathing and diving will be restricted off La Ciotat for the "Défi de Monte-Cristo" swimming event from 11 to 13 September 2026. Vessels near La Ciotat during this period should confirm the affected zones with the French Maritime Prefecture for the Mediterranean.
Order 2026-369 — Abrogation of Order 367/2026 — navigation, mooring, diving and bathing restriction lifted — Palavas-les-Flots (Hérault)
The navigation, mooring, diving and bathing restriction previously imposed off Palavas-les-Flots following the discovery of explosive devices (Order 367/2026) has been lifted. Vessels may resume normal operations in this area, subject to confirmation with the French Maritime Prefecture for the Mediterranean.
Order 2026-368 — Navigation, mooring, diving and fishing restriction following discovery of explosive devices — Travu beach, Ventiseri (Haute-Corse)
Navigation, mooring, diving and fishing are restricted in the area of Travu beach at Ventiseri, Corsica, following the discovery of explosive devices. Vessels in the vicinity should keep clear of the marked zone and confirm current status with the French Maritime Prefecture for the Mediterranean.
Order 2026-366 — Navigation, mooring, diving and fishing restriction following discovery of explosive devices — Solenzara (Corsica)
Navigation, mooring, diving and fishing are restricted in the vicinity of Solenzara, Corsica, following the discovery of explosive devices. Vessels near Solenzara should keep clear of the marked zone and confirm current status with the French Maritime Prefecture for the Mediterranean.
Order 2026-365 — Derogation extending navigation, mooring, bathing and diving restrictions near Nice Côte d'Azur Airport — Antibes, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Nice, Saint-Laurent-du-Var and Villeneuve-Loubet, until 18 September 2026
A derogation extends the standing restriction on navigation, mooring, bathing and diving near Nice Côte d'Azur Airport until 18 September 2026, covering the coastal communes of Antibes, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Nice, Saint-Laurent-du-Var and Villeneuve-Loubet. Vessels operating close inshore in this stretch should confirm the current conditions with the French Maritime Prefecture for the Mediterranean.
Tyrrhenian Sea
Italy · Tyrrhenian
⚠ Italian Coast Guard ordinance links may become inactive once a temporary order expires. If a link is broken the notice has likely lapsed — confirm with the issuing harbour master's office if operational certainty is required.
Fiumicino 93/2026 — "Sesto Memorial Federica Menotti — Un Miglio Con Fede" swim event — port, fishing, diving, bathing and navigation restriction
Port access, fishing, diving, bathing and navigation will be restricted for the sixth "Federica Menotti — Un Miglio Con Fede" memorial swim event at Fiumicino. Vessels calling at Fiumicino during the event should confirm the affected area with the harbour office.
Southern Italy / Sicily / Ionian
Italy · South
⚠ Italian Coast Guard ordinance links may become inactive once a temporary order expires. If a link is broken the notice has likely lapsed — confirm with the issuing harbour master's office if operational certainty is required.
Messina 207/2026 — Fireworks display, Grotte, Villaggio Pace, 13 September 2026 — fishing, diving, bathing and navigation restriction
Fishing, diving, bathing and navigation will be restricted off the Grotte shoreline at Villaggio Pace, Messina, for a fireworks display marking the feast of Maria SS delle Grazie on 13 September 2026. Vessels near Messina that evening should keep clear of the display area.
Gioia Tauro 12/2026 — Religious sea procession, feast of Madonna SS di Porto Salvo — fishing, diving, bathing, navigation and road restriction
Fishing, diving, bathing, navigation and road access will be restricted at Gioia Tauro for a religious sea procession marking the feast of Madonna SS di Porto Salvo. Vessels near Gioia Tauro should confirm the affected area and timings with the harbour office.
Vibo Valentia 62/2026 — Environmental monitoring and marine litter recovery, FEAMPA 2021–2027 project — navigation restriction
A navigation restriction is in force off Vibo Valentia to support environmental monitoring and the recovery of submerged marine litter under the FEAMPA 2021–2027 programme. Vessels navigating this stretch of the Calabrian coast should confirm the affected area with the harbour office.
Adriatic Sea
Italy · Adriatic
⚠ Italian Coast Guard ordinance links may become inactive once a temporary order expires. If a link is broken the notice has likely lapsed — confirm with the issuing harbour master's office if operational certainty is required.
Monfalcone 43/2026 — Lega Navale sailing event, 12–13 September 2026 — navigation, fishing, bathing and road restriction
Navigation, fishing, bathing and road access will be restricted off Monfalcone for a Lega Navale sailing event on 12 and 13 September 2026. Vessels navigating this stretch of the northern Adriatic should confirm the affected area with the harbour office.
Porto San Giorgio 56/2026 — Offshore sailing regatta — navigation and bathing restriction
Navigation and bathing will be restricted off Porto San Giorgio for an offshore sailing regatta. Vessels navigating this stretch of the Adriatic coast should keep clear of the racing area and confirm timings with the harbour office.
Porto San Giorgio 55/2026 — National regatta, Flying Junior class — navigation and bathing restriction
Navigation and bathing will be restricted off Porto San Giorgio for a national regatta in the Flying Junior dinghy class. Vessels in the area should keep clear of the racing area and confirm timings with the harbour office.
Civitanova Marche 51/2026 — Breakwater construction works, Scossicci shoreline, Porto Recanati — navigation and bathing restriction, first phase
Navigation and bathing will be restricted off the Scossicci shoreline at Porto Recanati during the first phase of breakwater construction works. Vessels navigating this stretch of the Marche coast should confirm the affected area with the harbour office.
Porto Nogaro 41/2026 — Barge operations, 7–15 September 2026 — navigation restriction
A navigation restriction is in force for barge operations off Porto Nogaro from 7 to 15 September 2026. Vessels navigating this stretch of the northern Adriatic lagoon approaches should confirm the affected area with the harbour office.
San Benedetto del Tronto 57/2026 — Platu 25 Class World Championship — navigation restriction
A navigation restriction is in force off San Benedetto del Tronto for the Platu 25 Class World Championship. Vessels navigating this stretch of the Adriatic coast should keep clear of the racing area and confirm timings with the harbour office.
NAVAREA III — Uncharted drilling rigs, Adriatic and Ionian Seas
The NAVAREA III radio warning summary lists two uncharted drilling rigs currently active in the Adriatic-Ionian Sea: "Resourceful" near 44°31.6′N 012°30.6′E and "Key Manhattan" near 44°04.3′N 013°14.6′E. Vessels transiting this stretch of the central Adriatic should update their passage plans to avoid these positions and confirm current status with the issuing authority.
Western Mediterranean
Spain · Mediterranean
These notices are from the Spanish Navy Hydrographic Institute weekly bulletin (Grupo 36/2026, 5 September 2026).
36/217 — Punta del Rinconcillo (E), Puerto de Algeciras — data buoy with light established
A new automated data buoy carrying a light has been established east of Punta del Rinconcillo at the port of Algeciras, in the Strait of Gibraltar approaches. Vessels navigating this stretch of water should update their chart annotations to reflect the new buoy.
36/218 — Villaricos (E) — data buoy with light established
A new automated data buoy carrying a light has been established east of Villaricos on Spain's south-eastern Mediterranean coast. Vessels navigating this area should update their chart annotations to reflect the new buoy.
Galicia / Cantabrian Coast
Spain · Galicia & Cantabria
These notices are from the Spanish Navy Hydrographic Institute weekly bulletin (Grupo 36/2026, 5 September 2026).
36/214 — Cabo Prior (N), Costa NW — light relocated and recharacterised
The light off Cabo Prior on Spain's north-western coast has been relocated approximately 90 metres and recharacterised from a five-flash yellow light to a very quick yellow flashing light. Vessels navigating this stretch of the Galician coast should update their chart annotations to reflect the new position and characteristic.
Canary Islands
Spain · Atlantic South
These notices are from the Spanish Navy Hydrographic Institute weekly bulletin (Grupo 36/2026, 5 September 2026).
36/215 — Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura — new light established
A new yellow light has been established at the port of Rosario on Fuerteventura in the Canary Islands. Vessels approaching Puerto del Rosario should update their chart annotations to reflect the new aid to navigation.
36/216 — Santa Cruz de Tenerife, eastern harbour basins — light established and data buoy characteristic changed
A new yellow light has been established in the eastern harbour basins at Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and the light characteristic of a nearby automated data buoy has changed to a five-flash pattern. Vessels approaching Santa Cruz de Tenerife should update their chart annotations accordingly.
Northwest Atlantic
France · Atlantic
⚠ These orders are issued by the French Maritime Prefecture for the Atlantic. Links are to the official signed documents (PDF). Verify expiry dates with the issuing authority.
Order 2026-153 — Temporary restriction of maritime activities for offshore wind farm cable maintenance — Banc de Guérande, 10 September to 30 October 2026
Maritime activities will be temporarily restricted around the Banc de Guérande offshore wind farm while maintenance work is carried out on its electrical connection cables, from 10 September to 30 October 2026. Vessels transiting this stretch of the French Atlantic coast during this period should confirm the affected area with the French Maritime Prefecture for the Atlantic.
Classification Society
Lloyd’s Register
Class News 14/2026 — Update to Lloyd's Register's Rules for welding procedures and high heat input welding
Lloyd's Register has updated its Rules covering welding procedures and high heat input welding. Owners and yards carrying out structural repairs or newbuild work should review the updated requirements with their classification surveyor.
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