Puerto Madryn (ARPMY)

The port mainly handles alumina, dry bulk, containers and dirty products.

Summer.

Puerto Madryn is a sheltered harbour situated roughly at a midway point along the Argentinean coastline. It is situated in Golfo Nuevo (New Gulf) which is a deep water natural harbour. Puerto Madryn is situated at the western end of the Gulf.

LOA 317.14m, beam 36.8m, draught 11m, 83,448DWT.

Approx 1,500,000t of cargo, 21,800TEU and 760 vessels handled annually.

Outer anchorages: Anchorage can be found in the following positions (from Muelle Luis Piedra Buena Light (red metal framework tower, 4m in height (42° 45.8'S 065°01.6'W): Close to the pilot boarding station (1.25nm ENE) in 30 to 40m. Good anchorage (0.5nm E) in 18m, mud. Temporary anchorage (2.5nm NNE).

The port is approached through Golfo Nuevo from its entrance and entered between Punta Este (42°47'S 064°57'W) and Punta Arco 5.5nm NNW. Directions: From a position SW of Cerro Cormorane (42°46'S 064°15'W) the track leads WNW for approx 35nm passing, (with positions from Acantlado Light (42° 48'S 064°57'W): NNE of Punta Cracker (20.5nm ESE) which can be identified by Fondeasero Cracker Leading Lights and Capitan Rodriguez Light which provide marks for the anchorage 2.5nm SE of the point. The coast W of Punta Cracker consists of uniform cliffs, the only notable feature is Cerro Pontiaguda (16nm SE) a small pointed hill; then: NNE of Punta Conscriptos (12.5nm SE); a light (black square metal framework tower, 10m in height) is exhibited 0.3nm S from the point; then: NNE of Punta Ambrosetti (7nm SE); then: NNE of the shoals which extend 2.5nm N of Punta Loma (2.75nm N from Punta Loma (2.75nm SE) which can be identified by its yellow cliffs. Cerro Avanzado which rises 1.5nm S of Punta Loma is rounded, also yellowish in colour and forms the end of a cliff escarpment which trends inland; then: N of the shoals which extend 1.5nm NE of Punta Este (5 cables NNW). The shoals, which are composed of tufa are covered by the red sector (270-180°) of Muelle Luis Piedra Buena Light (42°45.8'S 065°01.6'W); the green sector (180-270°) of this light provides a clearing bearing N of the shoals towards the harbour, 2nm W. A stranded wreck lies on the shore 0.6nm SE of the point, close to Acantilado Light (red metal framework tower, white band, 13m in height); then: To the pilot boarding station and waiting anchorage (3nm NW). Useful marks: Punta Flecha Light (white metal framework tower, red stripes, 13m in height) (42°39'S 064°58'W). Muelle Luis Piedra Buena Light (42°46'S 065°02'S). Muelle Alte Storni Light (red square metal framework dolphin, 4m in height) (42° 44'S 065°01'W). Caution: There are several wrecks and other obstructions within the port area, some close to the piers. Restricted areas: An underwater park is situated 0.2nm S of Muelle Luis Piedra Buena (42°45.8'S 065°01.6'W). A circular area, radius 0.5nm, centred on a mooring buoy in the centre of the bay, is reserved for use by the Argentine Navy.

BA 3330, 3331. Admiralty Pilot NP5, NP286(7).

1025.

Berthing requests are granted in accordance with the following priorities: Berth No 1: Vessels with alumina/pitch for Aluar have absolute priority and the berth must be vacated in their favour if in use. If not so required, it can be used by other vessels. Cruise vessels and vessels operating only with containers have priority for Berth Nos 2 & 3 and Berth No 1 if not required by Aluar. If vessels are waiting in the roads, those alongside are obliged to work overtime and may be ordered to vacate the berth if tonnage rates, as stipulated by the port authority, are not achieved. If berths are not fitted with fenders, vessels should supply their own.

Pilotage is compulsory and available throughout 24 hours. The pilot boards at the anchorage, 1.5nm SSE of the New Pier Head, (42°44.1'S 065°01.1'W).

Landmarks: The following features are prominent: Mast and buildings of the District Naval Headquarters on Punta Chuevas (42° 47'S 65°0'W). Radio mast (red lights) 39m in height, red and white bands 1.25nm WNW of Punta Chuevas. Tank 2.25nm NW of Punta Chuevas.

Berthing operations can be hampered or suspended due to wind conditions as per regulations. Suspensions vary for winds over 10-22kts depending on wind direction and whether vessel is moored N or S side of pier.

Range 5.73m to 1.82m.

Tugs are available.

Prevailing winds: W'ly.

PUERTO MADRYN 42°44.16'S 65°00.99'W UNCTAD LOCODE: AR PMY For details see: GENERAL NOTES ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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For passing messages, Inmarsat is recommended. Radio Pacheco, which works throughout 24 hours, can be used on the following frequencies: ..... Transmit (kHz) Receive (kHz) 1. Radiotelephony HF (callsign "LPD"): 4387 4095 4393 4101 6507 6206 8734 8210 8749 8225 13089 12242 13161 12314 17242 16360 22705 22009 2. Radiotelegraphy MF/HF (callsign "PPD"): 500 500 4268 4184 8646 8368 12988.5 12552 17045.6 16736 22587.5 22280 Argentina Radio Telex Service: The following information relates to the private telex service operated by "Argentina Radio LSD836". Telex traffic can be routed to Buenos Aires and other places in Argentina and throughout the world. Call selective call number 0111, throughout 24 hours (Mon to Fri), 0900 to 0100hrs UTC (Sat) and 1100 to 1900hrs UTC (Sun and holidays) on any of the following paired frequencies: Transmit Receive (kHz) (kHz) 4212.0 4174.0 6316.0 6264.5 8418.0 8378.0 12581.0 12478.5 16808.5 16685.0 Note: As soon as a call from a ship is detected, on any frequency, the auto scanner system will stop and will establish contact. The station will then return to the main scanning loop. The ship must wait for the message and then change over signal to send traffic. The first row of the message must start with the telex number and the message must end with KKKK. The ship will then receive the time to be charged for the contact. It is then ready to send a new message or return to stand by mode. VHF: Pilots: Ch 16 and 77. Port:: Ch 16, 09, 12, 14 and 15, throughout 24 hours. Callsign "L4S".

Customs allowances: The daily allowance is 40 cigarettes and 0.25 bottle of spirits. For non compliance a fine of from 1-5 times the value of the goods plus duties on any extra cigarettes/spirits above the given limit. Immigration: An Immigration Officer attends onboard to stamp Crew Shore Passes and Passenger Landing Cards. The crew require an Argentine Shore Pass (fichas) on which appear a thumb print and photograph as well as personal details. If they are not already onboard they are prepared on the vessel's entry. A photographer can attend onboard. The Master, in the ETA message, should state how many crew members require shore passes. Passengers require passports and landing cards. There are no restrictions for either crew or passengers to proceed ashore with the above mentioned documents.

..... Total Copies Distribution CU IM CG PH AG FP 1. Stores List (Deck & Cabin) 2 2 - - - - - 2. Stores List (Engine) 2 2 - - - - - 3. Crew Personal Effects List 2 2 - - - - - 4. Crew List 7 1 2 2 1 1 - 5. Vaccination List 1 - - - 1 - - 6. Health Declaration 1 - - - 1 - - 7. List of Ports of Call 2 1 - - 1 - - 8. Clearance from Last Port 1 - - 1 - - - 9. Argentine Shore Pass for Crew (1 original for each crew member) 10. Passenger List 7 1 2 2 1 1 - 11. Passenger Landing Card (1 original per passenger & 1 original for Immigration Department) An additional copy of all the above, except Crew Shore Passes and Passenger Landing Cards, should be made for the Master to keep on file in case they are required. Note: CU = Customs, IM = Immigration, CG = Prefectura (Coastguard), PH = Sanidad (Port Health), AG = Agent, FP = Federal Police. Prefectura (Coastguard) Declaration, Immigration Declaration and Customs Declarations are all presented to the Master, on special forms, for his signature by the attending agent and officials. Cargo Manifests or In Ballast Declaration: Cargo Manifests or a Ballast Manifest have to be presented on arrival but these are normally dealt with, on behalf of the Master, by the agent. In the case of Buenos Aires, a computerised Manifest for all ports of call is transmitted directly from the agent's office to the Customs House, the "Maria" system being used. In all other cases an indexed manifest, in the prescribed form, is presented to the Customs officer attending the vessel on arrival. Notwithstanding the above, at outside ports the Master is also required to present up to 4 manifests on arrival. This usually refers to vessels carrying bulk cargoes such as fertilisers.

Initial ETA should be sent as per Charter Party instructions if on a voyage charter, otherwise if there is no instruction to the contrary, 7 days prior to arrival to nominated owners or charterers agent (or both). NB: In practically all cases of vessels loading/discharging at ports other than Buenos Aires, all matters are handled and controlled by a principal agent in Buenos Aires who, in turn, appoints a subagent to assist at the actual loading/discharging port. Additional ETA's should be sent as per Charter Party instructions or at 72, 48, 24 and 12 hours prior to arrival. The ETA message should include: ..... 1. Estimated forward and aft draughts, indicating in FW or SW a. If a liner, indicate tons per hatch to discharge, also any shifting or special comments relative to commencement of operations. b. If a grain loader, advise that hatches to be loaded are ready (clean, dry and free of infestation) and airdraught. Masters should request information regarding airdraught at load berth since ballasting may be involved. NB: Holds/tanks of vessels loading bulk cargoes will be inspected by a government appointed or private surveyor and will need to be approved by these surveyors before loading can commence. c. If a tanker or chemical carrier, indicate tons to discharge and any special characteristics/precautions required. 2. Bunkers on arrival 3. Fresh water on arrival 4. Any important requirements, ie bunkers, fresh water, stores, repairs, etc. 5. Number of people requiring medical attention and/or shore passes.

The national flag of Argentina is to be flown from the highest point on the vessel from sunrise to sunset. Fine for non compliance is an unspecified amount. It is important to fly the Interco "Q" flag on entering port until free pratique is granted by the Port Health officer attending onboard. Fine for non compliance.

Reporting: Whilst in Argentine waters, vessels are required to keep the Prefectura Naval Argentina (Coastguard) advised of their position. This is achieved by: ..... 1. Long range: Informing SECOSENA 2. Short (close) range: Informing CONTRASE. Short range contact with CONTRASE is via VHF and is maintained by the pilot, on the Master's behalf, whenever underway. The Master is not required to intervene. In the case of SECOSENA, on entering Argentine waters, Master should give (in Spanish or "Standard Marine Vocabulary" and/or "Q" code): ..... 1. Upon entering national waters: Name of ship, flag, callsign, length, breadth, draught, speed, bound from, proceeding to, position, type of cargo, course and if a doctor is carried onboard. 2. Upon departing national waters: Name of ship, flag, callsign, speed, destination, position and course. 3. Upon entering port: Name of ship, flag, callsign, time and place of berthing. 4. Upon leaving port: Name of ship, flag, callsign, length, breadth, draught, speed, destination, course, type of cargo and if a doctor is available onboard. Transmission of all SECOSENA messages is via MF or HF radio. Certificates of Competency: The Coastguard (PNA) have been asking to see all deck, engine and radio officers Certificates of Competency. They must be valid and acceptable to the country under whose flag the vessel is registered. This refers in particular to vessels sailing under "flags of convenience".

Pratique should be applied for at least 3 working days prior to arrival. The pratique message can be passed to the ship's agent by telex of fax for onward transmission to the Port Health Authorities. Free pratique is only granted after Sanidad (Port Health) Officer attends on arrival. This visit does not normally prevent the commencement of cargo operations. Cholera: The salient points of Ministry of Health and Social Security regulation No 1333 of 1.12.92, affecting vessels arriving, are in Country section. Ship Sanitation Control and Exemption Certificates: To obtain a new Ship Sanitation Control Certificate with fumigation, a minimum of 30 hours is required. If Ship Sanitation Control Certificate expires on route, or is due to expire within a few days, exemptions for 6 months can be obtained if applied for between 0700-1300hrs, Mon-Fri. Outside these times, Port Health will grant an extension for 30 days.

NOR should be tendered in accordance with Charter Party terms. This is alongside if the berth is free on arrival or on anchoring in the port roads if berth is occupied or if charterer, for any reason, does not accept vessel alongside. If loading at more than one port, NOR should be presented at first loading port only, unless otherwise stated in the relevant Charter Party or contract; notwithstanding that the Master is obliged to keep agents/charterers well informed of progress and position whilst shifting between ports.