Hay Point (AUHPT)

Hay Point is one of the largest coal export ports in Australia, located on the central coast of Queensland. It primarily serves the nearby Bowen Basin, which is one of the world's richest coal reserves. The port has two coal terminals, Hay Point Coal Terminal (HPCT), operated by BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA), and the Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal (DBCT), operated by the Queensland Government. The port facilitates the export of metallurgical and thermal coal to global markets, especially in Asia. It features offshore trestle jetties that connect to deep-water berths, allowing large bulk carriers to load coal.

Tropical.

Situated on the central coast of Queensland approx 12nm S of Mackay.

Max LOA 300m, beam 50m, draught 19.60m, 230,000DWT.

Approx 97,000,000t of cargo and 1,000 vessels handled annually.

Vessels arriving off the Port of Hay Point are assigned a designated anchorage position by VTS, while awaiting berthing instructions. These anchorages are shown on Chart AUS 249 and identified by either a northern or southern prefix or a number. Dalrymple Bay Anchorage Sites Coordinates (WGS84) ..... Name Latitude Longitude Diameter (Nm) OS1 21° 12.925’ S 149° 32.917’ E 1.5 OS2 21° 12.925’ S 149° 34.569’ E 1.5 OS3 21° 12.925’ S 149° 36.228’ E 1.5 OS4 21° 12.925’ S 149° 37.881’ E 1.5 OS5 21° 12.925’ S 149° 39.544’ E 1.5 OS6 21° 12.925’ S 149° 41.212’ E 1.5 OS7 21° 11.364’ S 149° 33.481’ E 1.5 OS8 21° 11.364’ S 149° 35.140’ E 1.5 OS9 21° 11.364’ S 149° 36.805’ E 1.5 OS10 21° 11.364’ S 149° 38.463’ E 1.5 OS11 21° 11.364’ S 149° 40.116’ E 1.5 OS12 21° 11.364’ S 149° 41.767’ E 1.5 OS13 21° 09.780’ S 149° 34.651’ E 1.5 OS14 21° 09.780’ S 149° 36.298’ E 1.5 OS15 21° 09.780’ S 149° 37.945’ E 1.5 SO16 21° 09.780’ S 149° 39.609’ E 1.5 OS17 21° 09.780’ S 149° 41.268’ E 1.5 OS18 21° 08.195’ S 149° 35.816’ E 1.5 OS19 21° 08.195’ S 149° 37.477’ E 1.5 OS20 21° 08.195’ S 149° 39.136’ E 1.5 OS21 21° 08.195’ S 149° 40.780’ E 1.5 OS22 21° 06.640’ S 149° 36.955’ E 1.5 OS23 21° 06.651’ S 149° 38.589’ E 1.5 OS24 21° 06.640’ S 149° 40.226’ E 1.5 OS25 21° 05.081’ S 149° 38.105’ E 1.5 OS26 21° 05.052’ S 149° 39.746’ E 1.5 OS27 21° 03.454’ S 149° 39.299’ E 1.5 OS28 21° 12.653’ S 149° 43.178’ E 2.0 OS29 21° 12.653’ S 149° 45.394’ E 2.0 OS30 21° 12.653’ S 149° 47.704’ E 2.0 OS31 21° 12.653’ S 149° 50.021’ E 2.0 OS32 21° 10.492’ S 149° 43.481’ E 2.0 OS33 21° 10.485’ S 149° 45.664’ E 2.0 OS34 21° 10.468’ S 149° 47.847’ E 2.0 OS35 21° 10.467’ S 149° 50.043’ E 2.0 OS36 21° 08.447’ S 149° 42.692’ E 2.0 OS37 21° 08.435’ S 149° 44.885’ E 2.0 OS38 21° 08.409’ S 149° 47.085’ E 2.0 OS39 21° 06.317’ S 149° 42.145’ E 2.0 OS40 21° 06.318’ S 149° 44.357’ E 2.0 OS41 21° 04.245’ S 149° 41.483’ E 2.0

The port may be approached from a general NE direction as required by draught. From a position 14nm ENE of Hay Point Light the recommended track, with min depth 13.1m LAT, leads WSW towards Hay Point. The course may then be directed as required to the assigned anchorage or pilot boarding place. DBCT: The swing basin off Berth Nos 1, 2, 3 and 4 is 390m in length, 60m wide and 13.1m deep. Bottom is mud and silt. HPCT: The dredged basin is 343m in length; width 61m; depth 16.6m. Bottom is mud and silt. A departure channel has been established with a design depth of 14.7m at LAT which extends approximately 6.2 miles from the berths. The departure channel is marked by a lighted Port Hand Beacon FL R 4s and Racon (Q) in position 21°14.9'S 149°24.7'E, a lighted Port Lantern Mark Beacon Fl R 4s in position 21°15.9'S 149°20.8'E and a lighted Starboard Lateral Mark Beacon Fl G 4s in position 21°15.7'S 149°20.7'E. Deep draught vessels are advised to keep to the centre of the channel on departure.

AUS 823, 4602. Admiralty Pilot NP15, NP286(4).

1016 to1025.

DBCL: All mooring lines are to be provided by the vessel. These must be in good condition and have a 3m tail of light rope spliced into the eye to facilitate transfer from the line boat to the dolphin. Wire rope mooring lines may only be used as springs and must have a least 17m of synthetic mooring rope attached to the end and be finished with a standard eye for securing to the slip hooks.

Pilotage services for the terminals are provided by Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ). There are no pilotage exemptions issued for Hay Point. Pilotage is compulsory and available throughout 24 hours, seven days per week. Pilotage transfers are initially carried out by pilot helicopter with a pilot launch being available as required. Prior notice confirming ETA 24 hours should be given before arrival via the ship's agent. In the case of Removals and Departures, also 24 hours. Pilot transfers instructions are provided by Hay Point VTS. Pilot will board from pilot vessel or helicopter in the following pilot boarding positions, radius 0.5nm centred on: ..... Latitude Longitude "Bravo" 21°13.5'S 149°20.7'E "Charlie" 21°17.3'S 149°22.5'E Vessels should not approach closer to the berths than the above positions unless specifically instructed by a pilot. Mariners are advised of the caution which prohibits unauthorised vessels from mooring, anchoring or manoeuvring in the ship loading facility. For outbound vessels taking a pilot through Hydrographers Passage, the pilot will remain onboard to pilot vessel through Lihou/Diamond Passage and Jomard Entrance before disembarking at new pilot vessel station off Torlesse Island in Papua New Guinea.

The port of Hay Point consists of the area covered by waters, including tidal waters, of the sea, or waters connecting with the sea, within the following boundary - starting at the high water mark at the southern extremity of the N head of Bakers Creek entrance, then generally NE'ly along the geodesic to 21° 10.76'S 149°17.73'E, then generally NE'ly along the geodesic to 21°09.91'S 149°20.06'E, then E along the parallel to 21°09.91'S 149°30.06'E, then S along the meridian to 21°17.91'S 149°30.06'E, then W along the parallel to the intersection of the high water mark on the mainland with latitude 21°17.91'S, then generally N'ly along the high water mark on the mainland to the starting point. The port limits also include all navigable waters of rivers and creeks flowing directly or indirectly into waters within the boundary.

Hay Point Light, also known as Mount Griffiths Light (21°17.0'S 149°17.0'E), exhibited from the Harbour Master's Office, a blue brick building standing on Mount Griffiths. Hay Point Services Wharf (21°16.0'S 149°19.0'E) and Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Wharf (0.2nm NNW), both conspicuous.

The maximum allowable speed of approach onto berth is 1.3m/min. Anchoring is prohibited in the restricted areas shown on Chart AUS 249.

Mean spring range 4.9m, mean neap range 2.3m. Maximum predicted spring tide 7.14m. Tides are affected by prevailing winds and currents are very strong at times. The tidal stream sets 160° through the port area on the rising tide and 340° on the falling tide with a maximum rate of 2kts. Slack water occurs about 1.5 hours before the times of HW and LW.

There are two areas where unauthorised vessels are prohibited from mooring, anchoring or manoeuvring in the Ship Loading Facility area bounded by the following positions: ..... Restricted Area 'A': 21°16'.6S 149°19'.0E 21°14'.2S 149°17'.8E 21°13'.6S 149°19'.0E 21°14'.8S 149°19'.8E 21°16'.2S 149°20'.4E ..... Restricted Area 'B': 21°14'.8S 149°19'.8E 21°13'.2S 149°25'.2E 21°14'.8S 149°25'.6E 21°16'.2S 149°20'.4E

A separated tug harbour is located 1nm S of Hay Point at Highwater Island. DBCT: Owns and operates Daltug Pty Ltd. which proves tug and line launch services. There are also 2 x 55t bollard pull tugs and 2 line handling launches available on Berth Nos 1, 2 and 3. HPCT: Use Teekay Shipping to provide tugs and line services to vessels at their terminal. There are 2 x 70t bollard pull tugs and 2 line handling launches available on Berth Nos 1 and 2. Usually vessel movements require a minimum of two tugs. Each terminal coordinates their own tug movements. Arrangements should be made via ship's agents.

Prevailing winds: SE'ly. Detailed cyclone procedures are provided in the North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation Emergency Response Plan for the Port of Hay Point. Alert phases in the port provide a guide for action as a cyclone or severe heavy weather approaches the area. The Regional Harbour Master co-ordinates communications on this via VHF Ch 16.

HAY POINT, QUEENSLAND 21°15.43'S 149°18.56'E UNCTAD LOCODE: AU HPT ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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(7) Vessels will receive anchorage position or Pilot On Board (POB) time at 2h contact. (8) Prior to berthing vessels are required to have: (a) The propeller fully immersed (b) The trim not more than 2·5m by the stern, trim by the head is not permitted (9) Mariners should note the following: The Shipping Departure Channel within the Restricted Area B (AUS Chart 249) off Hay Point port is out of bounds for all unauthorised vessels, including fishing vessels. Vessels may cross the channel but may only do so when there are no other vessels in the channel. Masters are required to cross at 90 degrees to the channel axis and do so expeditiously. Fishing within the Departure Channel is strictly prohibited. Fishing within Restricted Area B to the N of the Departure Channel is permitted. However Masters are to keep out of the way of vessels arriving and departing the port. 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WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 21/23 (Former update 04/23) Australian Chart 249 2023 Edition, (RSDRA2023000088559), 21/23___________________________________________________________________________ _______________

Regional Harbour Master: Tel: +61 7 4944 3700 (+61 7 4956 3489 out of hours). Radio: Perth or Townsville Radio. VHF: Callsign "Hay Point Harbour". ..... VHF Ch Initial Call 14 or 16 Hay Point Services Coal (Tugs) 08 Hay Point VTS (working channel) 14 Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal (Tugs) 12 Pilot vessel and tugs 08 Cargo completion Call 16 and work on 06. Duty Pilot: Tel: +61 7 4942 8320, Fax: +61 7 4965 6499. Email: dutypilotmky@ozemail.com.au Continuous watch is kept on Ch 16, vessels should commence a listening watch 2 hours prior to arrival, at anchor and while alongside the berths. Hay Point VTS: Tel: +61 7 4956 3489, Fax: +61 7 4956 3367, Email: vtshaypoint@msg.qld.gov.au. NQBP Port Supervisor (Hay Point):Tel: +61 7 495 3111 NQBP Emergency Response Duty Officer: Tel: +61 7 4955 5107 Garbage disposal: Tel: +61 7 4952 3555.

All sea crew need a visa for Australia, see Country Section or www.immix.go.au/sea for details.

Hay Point VTS: A completed Application to Berth form, obtainable from vessel's agent, must be received by Hay Point VTS, and either DBCT or HPCT, no later than 48 hours before a vessel's estimated pilot boarding time. The ship's agent will send a blank form to the vessel 7-10 days before their arrival. This ensures up to date documents are always used. Customs, Immigration and Quarantine: Department formalities may be summarised as follows: ..... Document 1. Ship Pre Arrival Report (Customs Form 13) 2. Crew Report (Customs Form 3B) 3. Passenger Report (Customs Form 2A) 4. Passenger Report (Customs Form 2B) 5. Advanced Person Processing (APP) of crew and passengers list to be submitted electronically to Immigration Web site www.immi.gov.au/sea 6. Quarantine Pre-arrival Report for Vessels (QPAR) - (AQIS Form 006) 7. Additional Quarantine Pre-Arrival Report for cruise liners and navy vessels (AQIS Form 028) 8. Live Plants Vessel Log.(Attached to AQIS Form 028) 9. Notification of Sign-off if any (Customs Form B521) 10. Notification of Sign-on if any (Customs Form B522) 11. Load Goods (other than cargo) onto ship (Customs Form 43) 12. Remove Goods (other than cargo) from ship (Customs Form 44) 13. Ballast Water Log to Quarantine (AQIS Form 026) 14. Crew Effects Declaration (Customs Form 5 Part Two) 15. Report of Ship's Stores (Customs Form 5 Part Four)

Berthing and departure times are managed by the VTS centre on behalf of the Regional Harbour Master. In the case of adverse weather conditions, these times remain at the discretion of the Harbour Master. Vessels ETA should be sent 7 days, 48, 24 and 2 hours prior to arrival. ..... The 48 hours ETA should include: 1. ETA 2. Draught 3. Displacement 4. Confirm propeller if fully immersed The 2 hours ETA should include: 1. ETA 2. Draught 3. Last and next port of call Vessels should complete the Arrival/Departure Report (form F3452 ES), this should be completed and lodged with the harbour master no later than 48 hours before the vessel's expected arrival or no later that 24 hours before vessel's expected departure or removal. Alternatively the Report may be sent electronically by the vessel's agent. Continuous watch on Chs 14 and 16, 2 hours prior to arrival, while at anchor and alongside berths. Agents should advise MSQ 24 hours in advance and ascertain whether a pilot vessel is required or a helicopter can be accepted. Vessels will receive anchorage position of Pilot on Board (POB) time in 2 hours contact. Prior to berthing vessels are required to have the propeller fully immersed and the trim not more than 2.5m by the stern, trim by the head is not permitted.

Vessels of 20,000-200,000DWT, can be accommodated. Vessels in excess of 200,000DWT will be considered. Vessels will not be berthed under circumstances in which the wind speed is considered excessive and the wave height is greater than 1.8m. Prior to berthing, vessels are required to have their propellers fully immersed and the trim should not be more than 2.5m by the stern, trim by the head is not permitted. All hatches should be clean, dry and opened before berthing. Hatch covers should be clearly numbered for easy identification. No responsibility is attached to shoreloading personnel if there is any infringement to this requirement. All loading is expressed in metric tonnes of 1,000kg. Engines must not be immobilised whilst alongside, except under special circumstances and with the approval of the Regional Harbour Master. A minimum under keel clearance of 1.5m of draught is to be maintained while vessel is berthed. Depths should be checked for latest information. Access to the wharf and loading plant is restricted. Crew members and visitors must wear safety hard hats at all times, safety shoes, adequate eye protection and comply with all safety regulations. Pedestrian access along the wharf is not permitted. Special authorisation is required for private vehicles and visitors within the port for access to the wharf area. Access to the remainder of the port area is strictly forbidden. Vessels must ensure all measures are taken to prevent the release of hydrocarbons into the environment. In the event of an oil spill, the Regional Harbour Master must be notified immediately.

Pratique/Health Regulations: Hay Point is a First Port of Entry and notification of quarantine inspection is required. Radio pratique is available. All overseas arriving vessels or installations are required to give prescribed information (pratique status of your vessel) to the Maritime National Coordination Centre (MNCC). A Pre-Arrival Report for Vessels (QPAR) should be completed no less than 12 hours and no more that 96 hours prior to ETA and submitted to the MNCC by email: MaritimeNCC@daff.gov.au. Ship Sanitation Control inspections can be carried out.

Tendering dependant on charter, arrival time deemed from crossing port limit.