UK Hydrographic Office appoints Chief Executive
Peter Sparkes appointed Chief Executive and Accounting Officer of the UK Hydrographic Office
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30 April 2021
The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rear Admiral Peter Sparkes as the new Chief Executive and Accounting Officer. Peter will be leaving the Royal Navy to take up the role.
As Chief Executive, Peter will continue to lead the organisation’s important work in supporting safe, secure and thriving oceans. This includes the UKHO’s vital work in support of Defence and merchant shipping. Working in close collaboration with national and international partners, the organisation will also continue to develop ADMIRALTY Maritime Data Solutions to support the responsible and sustainable use of our marine environment.
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UKHO appoints Chief Executive
The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rear Admiral Peter Sparkes as the new Chief Executive and Accounting Officer. Peter will be leaving the Royal Navy to take up the role.
As Chief Executive, Peter will continue to lead the organisation’s important work in supporting safe, secure and thriving oceans. This includes the UKHO’s vital work in support of Defence and merchant shipping. Working in close collaboration with national and international partners, the organisation will also continue to develop ADMIRALTY Maritime Data Solutions to support the responsible and sustainable use of our marine environment.
Date Time
UK Hydrographic Office appoints Chief Executive 30 April
The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Rear Admiral Peter Sparkes as the new Chief Executive and Accounting Officer. Peter will be leaving the Royal Navy to take up the role.
As Chief Executive, Peter will continue to lead the organisation’s important work in supporting safe, secure and thriving oceans. This includes the UKHO’s vital work in support of Defence and merchant shipping. Working in close collaboration with national and international partners, the organisation will also continue to develop ADMIRALTY Maritime Data Solutions to support the responsible and sustainable use of our marine environment.
Navigation and passage planning
The port of Rye is a fully operational commercial harbour with a large fishing and leisure fleet. There are a number of navigation aids in place to assist you.
Regulation of vessels underway
The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions At Sea (COLREGs) operate throughout the harbour. Particular attention must be given to keeping a good lookout, especially astern.
A maximum speed limit of 6 knots is enforced throughout the harbour and boats should manoeuvre at dead slow when passing moored boats.
VHF radio channels
Boats fitted with VHF radio are advised to monitor VHF channel 14 whilst manoeuvring in the harbour or its approaches: