Port Hedland (AUPHE)

Port Hedland is Australia's largest export port in terms of annual throughput and the largest bulk minerals port in the world. The port services the mineral rich E Pilbara region of W Australia and its main export is iron ore. As of July 2014, Dampier and Port Hedland combined their Port Authorities to form Pilbara Ports Authority.

South Indian Ocean Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical May 1 to Nov 30, Summer Dec 1 to Apr 30.

Port Hedland is situated on the NW coast of Western Australia.

Max LOA 340m, draught 11.8m, beam 60.0m, 320,000DWT

Approx 570,000,000t of cargo, including 560,000,000t of Iron Ore, and 3,000 vessels handled annually.

Vessels are advised of their Designated Anchorage position prior to reaching the First Reporting Point (FRP) (located 19° 57.210'S 118° 28.500'E) by the on duty Vessel Tracking Service Operator (VTSO). The Designated Anchorages are located on both the W and E side of the marked channel and vessels are required to drop their anchors as close as possible to their designated position. Anchored vessels are not to change their positions without prior approval form the Shipping Control Tower. The Tower is to be notified immediately if anchors drag or vessels have difficulty in maintaining their designated positions. When vessels are required to anchor they should do so clear of the main channel but inside port limits. The holding ground is reported as being good on both eastern and western sides of the channel. Vessels should not anchor in the designated spoil ground dumping areas or in the prohibited anchorage area as indicated on AUS charts 52 and 53. Anchorage can be obtained 2nm E of No 16 Light Beacon, 20°10.0'S 118°31.0'E, near the pilot boarding place. The bottom is sandy and the holding ground is good. Deep draught vessels: To provide safe UKC for deep draught vessels, during extreme spring tidal ranges, vessels of more than 9.5m draught are permitted to anchor N of the pilot boarding place, within the 15m depth contour, but not N of a line drawn E from "C10" Light Beacon, 20°06.0'S 118°28.0'E. Prohibited anchorage: Lie within the areas between Spoil Ground Lightbuoy (special), 20°13.0'S 118°34.0'E and the dredged channel, also in the spoil grounds centred 1.25nm ENE and 4nm N respectively of this lightbuoy. Channel escape areas: Prohibited anchorages also lie within channel escape areas Nos 1E and 1W, lying on either side of the dredged channel, centred 0.7nm N and NW respectively, of No 16 Light Beacon, 20°10.0'S 118°31.0'E and the channel escape area No 2, lying W of the dredged channel, centred 4.5nm SSW of Port Hedland approach "C1" Light Beacon, 20°00.0'S 119°26.0'E. ..... Anchorage Designator: Approx. Depth Range (m) A1 to A14 (Area W) 10 to 16 B1 to B15 11 to 16 F1 and F2 14.5 to 15 D1 to D9 (Area E) 14.9 to 16.6 G1 to G14 (Area E) 14.6 to 17.1 H1 to H6 (Area E) 12.1 to 14.5

Seaward approaches: Separate inward and outward routes extend to and from Port Hedland, the main shipping channel is generally one way outwards. Arriving vessels are required to approach the port via the Eastern Approach, transiting through the Sarus Towers, which mark the entry point of the anchorage, depth 10.5m CD. Deep draught vessels which need to use the main fairway approach inward enter the port through a dredged channel, the seaward end of which lies 20nm NNW of the coast from the harbour entrance. The channel is entered about 7nm NE of Cornelisse Shoal (20°02.0'S 118°22.0'E). A min UKC of 2.5m is required, 3.0m for tankers. Other vessels not constrained by draught, follow the recommended eastern inward passage route to the E of the main fairway, which leads SE, passing between 2E and 3E Light Beacons (20°03.2'S 118°32.6'E) then S, from Port Hedland reporting position (19°56,0'S 118°28.0'E) to the pilot boarding place. The harbour is entered between Airey Point (20°19.0'S 118°35.0'E) and Hunt Point, the E extremity of Finucane Island, 0.4nm NNW. There is a dredged channel, from 183m to 520m wide, marked by numbered light beacons (lateral and cardinal) and leading lights, min depth 14.3m. Vessels which are constrained by draught and who wish to enter via the Main Ship channel are instructed to contact the Harbour Master, 24 hours prior to arrival, such vessels at the discretion of the Harbour Master, may be obliged to engage a pilot. Before entering the pilotage area, vessels must call "Port Hedland Harbour" on VHF Ch 16 and receive approval to enter. Vessels must not enter without receiving approval. In addition vessels should then confirm their ETA and draught and seek advice as to the movement of other vessels, berthing instructions and other appropriate information. Where it is necessary for deep draught vessels to use the main channel, approval to do so must be obtained from "Port Hedland Harbour" on VHF Ch 16 prior to entry at "C1" and "C2". Vessels should call Perth or Darwin Control Radio Stations for details of any emergency Notice to Mariners which may effect the Port Hedland approaches. On occasions and especially when required by draught to use the main channel, vessels inward may encounter vessels outward bound displaying signals as prescribed by Rule 28 of International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea. As outward bound vessels are generally deeper and therefore more constrained, they will, as a rule, have preference. Outbound vessels normally use the main fairway dredged channel. Channels: The channel is marked by beacons in the dredged channel. Leading lights are established to assist with navigation in a number of channel sections. The channel extends from the Inner Harbour through the port limit and out to Beacon C1 some 22nm offshore in the pilotage area. Leading lights are established to assist with navigation in a number of channel sections. The channel has varying depths in order to make use of the tidal range. These depths are: ..... Position Depth (m) Position Depth (m) Inner Harbour 14.8 LAT Beacon 16 14.8 CD Hunt Point 14.3 LAT Beacon 12 15.1 CD Beacon 30 14.4 CD Beacon 4 16.0 CD Beacon 24 14.6 CD Beacon 2 16.4 CD The turning basin in the Inner Harbour is dredged to 14.0m. The perimeter of the turning basin is marked by buoys which exhibit a flashing yellow light at night. The channel is marked by beacons which are set back 23m from the toe line of the dredged channel. Leading lights are established to assist with navigation in a number of channel sections. From the departure basin to Hunt Point Beacon (No 47) the channel has a large bend for most of its length, involving vessels turning through an angle of some 70°. The channel width is generally greater than 300m, narrowing to 183m in the Newman and Goldsworthy straights and 240m at Hunt Point. Depths up to Hunt Point are 14.6m. The current pattern is complex but on the flood tide a pronounced set to the western bank is experienced. From Hunt Point to Beacon Nos 36/37 is a bend involving a single curve with a radius of 2,540m. Depths of 14.3m LAT are available in this area. Channel widths are up to 240m and currents generally follow the line of the channel. From Beacon Nos 36/37 to Beacon Nos 30/31 the channel section is known as the Goldsworthy Straight. The depths in this section are 14.4m CD and the channel width is 193m. In the section closest to Beacons No 36/37 the current is parallel to the channel. In the northern half of the section, the current on the flood tends to set SE'ly and NW'ly on the ebb. The section between Beacons 30/31 and 19/20 is known as the Newman Straight and depths are 14.4-14.6m CD with widths varying from 183m to 229m. The current again sets SE'ly and NW'ly. From Beacon Nos 19/20 to the end of the channel at Beacon Nos 15/16 the depth is 14.6m CD with a width of 220m. The Outer Channel is outside port limits but within the pilotage area. The width of the channel varies from 250m at Beacons C13/C14 to 470m at Beacons C1/C2 and is well marked by 13 beacons. Drying coral ledges covered with a thin layer of sand extend from the shoreline near the harbour entrance, for a distance of up to 0.75nm. To seaward of these ledges there are some detached sand banks extending up to 1.5nm. A spoil bank extends seaward from the foreshore and is situated to the E of the dredged channel. It dries for most of its length, acting as a breakwater during E'ly winds.

AUS52, 53, 54, 326, 739, 740, Admiralty Pilot NP13, NP286(4). US74485, 74018. US Sailing Directions No 175 (North, West and South Coasts of Australia).

Contact Harbour Control via VHF Ch 16.

1026.

Masters should ensure their mooring lines are properly attended to at all times because of the tidal range and the movement of large vessels within the port. Generally priority is given to iron ore vessels. Note: Wire ropes are no longer acceptable at the port. ..... Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA): PH1 Vessel may be permitted to overhang bow/stern and usually moor starboard side to. Wharf deck 9.5m above datum. PH2 Vessels may be permitted to overhang bow and stern. Wharf deck 9.5m above datum. An overhang of 10% LOA at PH1 and 5% LOA at PH2 may be applied by request from the Landside Operations Manager. Any vessel overhang that exceeds these limits requires approval from Harbour Master. Vessels with berthing displacement greater than 40,000t need to request permission to berth from Pilbara Ports Authority. PH3 Vessels usually berth starboard side to. Wharf deck 9.5m above datum. Vessels with berthing displacement greater than 25,000t need to request permission to berth from Pilbara Ports Authority. Reportedly, this berth may be undergoing maintenance. Utah Bulk Loading Facility: PH4 Multi-user berth. fitted with the a Cavotec Moormaster 200 Suction Mooring System which eliminates the need for mooring lines. Using up to 14 units along the berth, the mooring attachment process takes 40sec and detachment 20sec. BHP Billiton - Nelson Point: NPA & NPB Continuous berth pocket 75m wide, aligned 117° to 297° BHP Billiton - Finucane Island: FIC Vessels normally berth port side to, bow facing sea. Vessel's gangways should be rigged on the starboard side prior to berthing for shore access. FID Apron 4.8m. Berth pocket 335m x 75m. FIA & FIB Berth pocket 753m x 78m. Fortescue Metals Group - Herb Elliott Port: AP1 & AP2 Apron 4.4m. Berth pocket 760m x 65m. There is a swinging basin within the port with a maintained depth of 14m.

The pilotage area extends 10nm beyond port limits to a distance of 10nm from No 47 Light Beacon, 0.1nm SE of Hunt Point (20°18'.13S 118°34'.47E) Pilotage is compulsory except for the following: ..... 1. Certain Australian Defence Force Vessels 2. Australian registered commercial fishing vessels less than LOA 35m 3. Vessels under the command of an exempt Master. It is intended that only outbound vessels of 150,000DWT or more will be required to take a pilot beyond port limits into the pilotage area. However, if a Master requests the services of a pilot then the port will meet that request where, in the opinion of the Harbour Master, it is reasonable to do so. Generally speaking vessels under 150,000DWT will be authorised by the Harbour Master to proceed without a pilot in the pilotage area. Within port limits vessels will require a pilot unless exempted by Regulation 74. Vessels over LOA 280m are berthed during daylight hours only. Before entering the Pilotage Area, vessels must call Port Hedland Harbour on VHF Ch 16 and receive approval to enter. Pilot boards from helicopter or launch in position 20°10'S 118°33'E. Helicopter boarding: Pilots will board suitable vessels by means of a helicopter which will land on a hatch cover. Normally this applies to bulk carriers and general cargo vessels, not oil or gas tankers. Vessels such as these are not suitable for helicopter and will be boarded by launch. The helicopter is a float equipped Bell 206B Jet Ranger weighing, when filled to capacity, 1,360kg. It is fitted with marine VHF. Where a vessel is to be boarded by helicopter, the vessel must meet the following criteria: 1. A hatch cover capable of supporting 2,722kg, that is, possessing a load density of not less than 380kg/mІ and with min dimensions of 10.16m. If cambered, then the angle should not exceed 7.5°. 2. Mark a "termination area" on the hatch cover with a circle of not less than 15cm width and 10.16m diameter. 3. Mark a "touchdown area" within the termination area with the letter "H" having sides of 2.0m and width 13cm or a spot not less than 30cm in diameter. The touch down area is to comprise a square space having sides measuring no less than 7.0m, the centre of which will be concentric with that of the termination area and shall be free of lifting lugs, wedges, ventilators and any other obstructions which are likely to hazard the flotation system. When the floats are positioned within the touchdown area as described above, the main rotor shall be contained within the termination area. 4. The markings in (2) and (3) above shall be white or yellow on a dark background. 5. Paint on handrails, lugs, ventilators and other obstructions on the hatch cover should be a distinctive colour which shall be highly visible by day or night. 6. Surrounding the termination area, there shall be an area not less than 7m in width in which there shall be no obstructions likely to hazard the rotor system (ie. higher than 0.5m above the hatch cover level). Two approach paths, at least 150° apart in azimuth, each approach path having a min of 20.32m and being free of all obstacles, for an approach gradient of 40°, up to a height of 60.96m. 7. The combined termination area and obstruction free area in (6) shall comprise the "Helipad Area". No ships personnel shall be within this area during helicopter operations unless they are below hatch cover level. 8. Ensure that all hatch wires, derricks, cranes, aerials, etc, are clear of the approach paths to the helipad area. All loose objects must be removed from this area. 9. The approach paths to the helipad across both sides of the ship shall be free of obstructions higher than 0.5m above hatch cover level. 10. An officer shall be available to escort the pilot to and from the helipad area. 11. Ships departing the port must wash down the helipad before the helicopter lands (day and night). In addition for night operations: 1. The termination area shall be illuminated with flood lights situated outside the helipad area, with the light beams directed downwards on to the hatch cover, in such a manner as not to blind the helicopter pilot. 2. An illuminated wind indicator shall be displayed in a conspicuous position clear of the helipad area and be easily visible from the air (eg, a wind sock or answering pennant). 3. On request, when other ships are in the area, provide a means of identification by flashing a light towards the helicopter on approach. Minimum fire fighting requirements: 1. The Officer in Charge, with 2 others, each of the latter manning a fire hose and all three wearing highly visible coloured vests should be stationed clear of, but close to the termination area. 2. Fire hose nozzles of the dual purpose type. 3. Inductors and dipsticks connected to hoses for use with foam. 4. Drums of foam-making compound FC3034 (FFE Number) or equivalent, one at each fire hose position and sufficient to make 14,000 litres of foam. 5. Dry powder extinguishers - 45kg. 6. Carbon dioxide extinguishers - 16kg. 7. One fire proximity suit. 8. Fire resistant blankets and gloves. Radio procedure ship/helicopter: Before landing, the helicopter pilot must receive clearance to land on VHF Ch 16, as follows: "(Name of ship) this is Port Hedland Pilot Helicopter, request clearance to land". "Port Hedland Pilot Helicopter this is (name of ship), you are clear to land". Vessels should be ready to advise the helicopter of the relative wind across the deck. Vessels must provide a completed Port Hedland Port Authority Helicopter Checklist to the Harbour Master at least 48 hours prior to arrival. Boarding by pilot boat: When boarding by pilot vessel, it is most important that a lee be given to allow the pilot to board. Generally ships will be requested to be underway prior to pilot boarding. Failure by ships to afford a lee may result in the pilot being unable to board, with consequent delay. All vessels, where the pilot is boarding by boat, must rig a ladder in accordance with International Maritime Organisation SOLAS Regulations. The following points are stressed: 1. The rigging of pilot ladders and the embarkation and disembarkation of pilots thereby, shall be supervised by a responsible officer of the ship. 2. Every pilot ladder shall be secured in a position clear of any possible discharges from the ship and so that each step rests firmly against the ship's side. 3. Every pilot ladder shall be secured in a position where the pilot can gain safe and convenient access to the ship after climbing not less than 1.5m and not more than 9.0m. 4. Whenever the distance from the water to the point of access to the ship exceeds 9.0m, access must be by means of a pilot ladder and an accommodation ladder. 5. Adequate lighting must be available at night. 6. Manila man ropes of between 28-32mm in diameter should be rigged on each side of the ladder for its full length. 7. The ladder should be clean. Failure by Masters to comply with the requirements outlined above has, in the past in Australian ports, resulted in delays to shipping and in some instances, heavy costs against the vessel concerned. In all cases vessels at anchor should have there engines ready 30 minutes prior to the pilot boarding time and be prepared to heave anchor to short stay when requested to do so. Pilot ladder specifications: 1. Length of spreaders not less than 1,800mm. 2. Length of steps not less than 480mm. 3. Width of steps not less than 115mm. 4. Thickness of steps not less than 25mm. 5. Side ropes circumference not less than 60mm, diameter not less than 20mm. 6. Spacing of steps 300-380mm, recommended space between the top of one step and underside of the one above is 310mm. 7. Recommended clear space between pairs of side ropes (not specified by SOLAS). 8. The size and spacing of components can vary considerably from one pilot ladder to another within the requirements of the SOLAS requirements. The Pilotage Authority can be contacted via Tel: +61 8 9173 1215, Fax: + 61 8 9173 2641.

The port is defined as the area of water within a radius of 10nm off Hunt Point Beacon. The Inner Harbour commences from a line drawn between Hunt Point Beacon (No 47) and Airey Point Beacon (No 46).

Note: Some of the Channel Markers and land-based navigation amrkers, are being, or have been, replaced to ensure continued reliability of the navigation system. A Racon transmits from Port Hedland approach "C1" Light Beacon, (20°00.0'S 118° 26.0'E). A bearing and distance from Port Hedland Shipping Control Tower is given on request, maximum range of 64miles. The most conspicuous object is the BHP Iron Ore crushing plant situated in position 20°19.0'S 118°35.5'E. The Port Control Tower in position 20°19.0'S 118°34.5'E and the water tower in position 20°18.6'S 118°36.7'E are also conspicuous. Major light: Airport Aero Light is located at 20°23'S 118°38'E (occasional). Radar assistance: a bearing and distance from Port Hedland Shipping Control Tower is given on request, max range 64nm. For Inner Approach: Newman Leading Lights: Front light (20°15'.71S 118°35'.17E). Rear light (760m SE of the front light). From a position, 20°11'.70S 118°31'.35E, between No 19 and No 20 Light Beacons, the alignment (138°) of these leading lights leads for a bout 4nm to a position 20°14'.64S 118°34'.13E between No 30 and No 31 Light Beacons. Then, Goldsworthy Leading Lights: Front light (20°17'.54S 118°35'.53E). Centre light (400m SSE of the front light). Rear light (red framework tower) 1.1nm SSE of the front light). The alignment of these leading lights (156°) leads SSE for about 2.25nm then turns gradually SW in mid-channel to a position, 20°18'.05S 118°34'.96E, between No 44 and No 45 Light Beacons. Then, Spoil Ground Leading Lights (see Port Plan): Front light on same structure as Goldsworthy Front Light (20°17'.54S 118° 35'.53E). Rear Light, 680m NE of the front light. The alignment (046.75°) astern of these leading lights then leads in the centre of the dredged channel to SE of Hunt Point. The track then continues from and in between No 46 and No 47 Light Beacons (port and starboard) through the harbour.

All berths are subject to siltation. Available depths alongside are published regularly in Australian Notices to Mariners or can be found on the Port Hedland website http://www.phpa.com.au Departure restrictions: Vessels less than LOA 260m and 100,000DWT may depart at any time. Flood Tide: All vessels may sail on the flood tide. Ebb tide: Vessels up to 180,000DWT may sail on ebb tides up to a range of 6m, day or night and on ebb tides of greater than 6m range once the tide has fallen to a height of 3.2m. Vessels greater than 180,000DWT may sail on ebb tides with a range of up to 3.5m. Local magnetic anomaly: Local deflection of the compass is reported to occur E of the approach channel, about 5nm N of Cooke Point (20°18'S 118°38'E). The Master of any vessel berthed within Port Hedland Harbour shall not, other than testing engines prior to departure, allow a propeller to be worked without prior approval and clearance from the Shipping Control Tower (Harbour Master). If approval has been provided to do so, prior to conducting the test the Master must visually confirm that the water areas by the vessel are clear of any obstructions such as small craft or persons, and notify the Masters of vessels at adjacent berths of the intention to start the propeller. Similarly, the Master or the Agent of a vessel must not intentionally immobilise a vessel's main engines without first ensuring: ..... 1. Prior and adequate notification in writing to the Harbour Master indicating the date and time in which Immobilisation will commence, the intended duration of the Immobilisation and the repairs to be carried out. 2. Permission from the Port Operator if Immobilisation is to take place whilst alongside a private berth. 3. Once Permission to Immobilise has been granted by the Harbour Master, prior to immobilising the vessel must advise the Shipping Control Tower on VHF Channel 12. 4. The vessel must advise the Shipping Control Tower VHF Channel 12, upon completion of immobilisation and also any resulting changes to the vessel's ability to manoeuvre (if applicable). A "Request to Immobilise Main Engine" application form can be downloaded from the PHPA website at www.phpa.com.au Life Boat Drills: Approval should be sought prior to these from the Shipping Control Tower, VHF Ch12. Vessels must not enter without approval from Harbour Control. With the tidal range experienced in Port Hedland and the long channel length a Dynamic UKC System is in operation to maximise this tidal range to allow for vessels with a draught of 14m or more to be handled through the port. Vessels berthing must have a minimum of 1.2m UKC at all times in the turning basin. Under keel clearance (UKC): Min 2.5m dry cargo vessels and 3.0m for tankers. Swell states (not required for dynamic system): ..... State A: Swells less than 0.25m in amplitude. These occur for approx 64% of the year. State B: Swells of 0.25m to 0.50m in amplitude. These occur for approx 30% of the year. State C: Swells greater than 0.50m in amplitude. These occur for approx 6% of the year and include swells generated by the passage of cyclones. Average times between: Min 5 31 31 29 17 15 12 36 12 The computer program also maintains the min UKC at each of the channel control points if the vessel is 15% faster or 20% slower than the above transit times. This is required because it is not necessarily known at departure whether a vessel will be a "fast" or a "slow" vessel. The above lower and upper bounds on transit times were derived from the analysis of actual transit times for large vessels departing Port Hedland over a 3 year period and is an ongoing analysis. Double Shuffles: Means a vessel manoeuvre requiring an incoming vessel to enter the Inner Harbour prior to the departure from the berth of the vessel it is replacing. No double shuffle permitted for NPD or AP3 and there are restrictions applying to NPC and AP2. Double shuffle permitted at all other berths.

..... Tidal Plane Abbreviation Level (To LAT) Level (To MSL) (m) (m) Highest Astronomic Tide HAT 7.6 +3.6 Mean High Water Springs MHWS 6.7 +2.7 Mean High Water Neaps MHWN 4.7 +0.7 Mean Sea Level MSL 4.0 0.0 Mean Low Water Neaps MLWN 3.3 -0.7 Mean Low Water Springs MLWS 1.3 -2.7 Lowest Astronomic Tide LAT 0.0 -4.0 Port Hedland tidal movements are predominantly semi-diurnal. Wind conditions are generally moderate, mainly affecting surface currents only. However, the effect of wind depends on its direction and duration. Wave action is relatively calm, typically less than 1.0m swell. However, during cyclone season, which occurs from 1st Nov. to 30th Apr. extreme winds, waves and storm surges occur.

Separate inward and outward routes exist in the approaches to Port Hedland. A VTS is in operation on VHF Ch 16 for the control of shipping. Vessels inbound should contact Shipping Control Tower on VHF for details of movements of Vessels Outbound and should also report at the beginning of the recommended inward passage track in position 19°56.4'S 118°27.8'E. Vessels navigating the buoyed approach channel should maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Ch 16. Radar assistance: Vessel's bearing and distance from the control tower is given on request (max range 40nm).

Two companies now operate tug services in the Port. Pilbara Marine, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fortescue Metals Group, use new 32m ART 85-32W rotor tugs for operations at Port Hedland. The tugs feature a 'Rotor Tug' propulsion system with three azimuth thrusters to deliver the full 85 tons of bollard pull over both the bow and the stern and 65% from amidships, which delivers additional benefits regarding maneuverability, braking, and engine and winch redundancy. Fortescue now have a fleet of eight, managed by KOTUG. BHP Billiton (Towage Services) Pty Ltd has a non-exclusive licence for towage services at the Port and operates 18 tugs. The Fleet includes 11 Rotor Tugs with Bollard Pull of up to 85 tons and 7 ASD tugs. The propulsion system of these tugs makes them particularly suitable for working with the very large vessels which call at the port. Tug Allocation: ..... Vessel Specifications Tug Notes All Berths: Less than 1,500DWT A minimum of one tug will be required for all movements as directed by Harbour Master. 1,500 to 10,000DWT A minimum of one tug will be required. 10,000 to 25,000DWT Two tugs required for all movements, or as directed by Harbour Master. Nelson Point, Anderson Point, Stanley Point and PH1-PH4 Berths: Less than LOA 260m and/or 90,000DWT Two tugs required for all movements. More than LOA 260m and between 90,000 and 150,000DWT Three tugs required for all movements. More than LOA 280m Require four tugs for inbound movements and three tugs for outbound movements. More than 150,000DWT and less than 165,000DWT Four tugs required for inbound movements and three tugs for outbound movements. More than 165,000DWT Four tugs required for all movements. Berths AP4, AP5, SP1 and SP2: All Vessels All arrivals will have a Rotor Tug line aft. More than LOA 300m An additional Rotor Tug line forward for both arrival and departures. Berth PH4: Less than LOA 260m and less than 90,000DWT Two tugs required for all movements. 90,000 to 130,000DWT Three tugs required for all movements. FIA - FID Berths: Less than LOA 260m and less than 130,000DWT Three tugs required for all movements. For departures when ebb tide where range is more than 5.0m, an additional tug is required. 130,000 to 165,000DWT Four tugs required for all movements except FIC outbound where three tugs only are required. More than 165,000DWT Four tugs required for all movements.

Prevailing winds: SE'ly (winter), NW'ly (summer). The season for cyclones on the NW coast of Australia is during the summer months, Nov to Apr, with an average of one cyclone per year and recorded wind speeds as much as 250km per hour. During cyclone activities, berths may be closed because of excessive northerly swell conditions. The average annual rainfall is 307mm, occurring on average for 31 days. Coldest month is July, with an average max temperature of 27°C and a min of 12° C. Hottest months are Dec and Jan with an average max daily temperature of 37°C and min of 24°C at night.

PORT HEDLAND, W.A. 20°18.79'S 118°34.28'E UNCTAD LOCODE: AU PHE ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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Vessels shall be guided by waste discharge guidelines and waste discharge zones for the port of Port Hedland described within the Port Handbook." ] } } ] }, "widget_2_vts": { "cross_reference_redirect": null, "area_groups": [ { "area_name": "Port Hedland VTS", "vts_boundaries": { "description": "The area of the Port Hedland VTS is divided into two sectors bounded by lines joining the following positions: Sector 1: (a) Position, 20°21′14″S 118°24′38″E commences at the Mean HW Mark of the port boundary 10 n miles W of Lt Bn 47 (20°18′27″S 118°34′58″E). The VTS Area follows the port boundary's arc N for 8·8 n miles towards a 15m Bathymetric line to position 20°11′14″S 118°27′10″E. (b) WNW to position 20°10′38″S 118°23′75″E (c) NNW to position 20°06′25″S 118°22′80″E (d) ENE to position 20°04′05″S 118°35′44″E (e) NNW to position 20°03′41″S 118°35′28″E (f) E to position 20°03′41″S 118°38′65″E (g) S to position 20°09′00″S 118°38′64″E (h) Following the port boundary arc to position 20°17′25″S 118°45′16″E (i) W following the port boundary along the Mean HW Mark to 20°21′14″S 118°24′38E. 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For this automatic recognition to occur, vessels must pass within a 2·5 n miles radius of the Port Hedland FRP (19°57′21″S 118°28′50″E). There is no requirement for vessels destined to anchor in the Port Hedland Outer Anchorage area to approach within 2·5 n miles radius of the FRP to receive the automatic Arrival Number (AN) recognition. 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Vessels shall be guided by waste discharge guidelines and waste discharge zones for the port of Port Hedland described within the Port Handbook." ] }, "widget_4_port_and_notes": { "port_and_terminal_contacts": [ { "station_call_name": "Pilbara Ports Authority, Port Hedland", "vhf_primary_watch": null, "vhf_secondary_working": null, "telephones": [], "faxes": [], "emails": [], "websites": [ "www.pilbaraports.com.au" ], "operating_hours": null } ], "standalone_general_notes": [ "PILOTS CONTACT DETAILS: Marine Pilot Transfer (MPT) Services VHF Channel: Ch 09 10 13 15 67 68 72 74 Helicopter Call: Port Hedland Pilot Helicopter VHF Channel: Ch 08 Pilot Vessel Call: Pilot Vessel VHF Channel: Ch 08 16; 12 HOURS: H24", "PROCEDURE: (1) Pilotage is compulsory and is available H24 for all vessels not listed in subsection (2). (2) Pilotage is not compulsory for: (a) A vessel operated by a defence force of Australia, other than a vessel used primarily to transport troops, fuel, oil, stores, or equipment; (b) A vessel with a LOA of not more than 35m; (c) A vessel under the command of an exempt Master permitted to be moved under the authority of the exempt Master's pilotage exemption certificate; (d) If the vessel is being led by another vessel that is under the control of a Pilot in the circumstances described in regulation 40 of the Port Authorities Regulations 2001; (e) If the vessel is, for the convenience of shipping in the port or because the vessel is engaged in dredging operations, exempted by the Hr Mr from using pilotage services.", "Inward-bound pilotage is compulsory for all vessels not listed in subsection (2) using the main shipping channel and navigating S of latitude 20° 10′00″S within the port limits.", "Outward-bound pilotage is compulsory for all vessels not listed in subsection (2) using the main shipping channel.", "Vessels over 280m LOA must be fitted with a bridge front compass/repeater positioned at or near the centreline, suitable to be used for pilotage.", "Vessels of up to 340m LOA and a 60m beam, are the maximum dimensions for vessels approved for the port.", "Vessels over 335m LOA will berth at the discretion of the Hr Mr and in certain tidal and weather conditions may be restricted to daylight berthing and sailing.", "Vessels must maintain a minimum under-keel clearance (UKC) of 2·5m (tankers 3·0m) whilst passing through 2E/3E waypoints via the eastern approach.", "Piloted vessels entering the main shipping channel will require an UKC of 2·5m.", "Vessels berthing at the port of Port Hedland must have a minimum of 1·2m UKC in the applicable turning basin.", "Vessels alongside all berths in the port of Port Hedland berths must maintain a minimum of 1·0m UKC unless dispensation has been sought and approved by the Hr Mr.", "Pilot boards from helicopter or launch in position 20°09′92″S 118°33′08″E.", "In most cases, a discharge of waste into the main environment is either prohibited or requires written permission from the Port Authority. Vessels shall be guided by waste discharge guidelines and waste discharge zones for the port of Port Hedland described within the Port Handbook.", "TIDE INFORMATION: Vessels may request the exact height of the tide pertinent to their location within the port of Port Hedland by calling Port Hedland VTS on VHF Ch 12 and Ch16.", "For details see SHENZHEN", "Mandatory for all vessels over 300 gt." ] }, "formatted_text_original": "PILOTS CONTACT DETAILS: Marine Pilot Transfer (MPT) Services VHF Channel: Ch 09 10 13 15 67 68 72 74 Helicopter Call: Port Hedland Pilot Helicopter VHF Channel: Ch 08 Pilot Vessel Call: Pilot Vessel VHF Channel: Ch 08 16; 12 HOURS: H24 PROCEDURE: (1) Pilotage is compulsory and is available H24 for all vessels not listed in subsection (2). (2) Pilotage is not compulsory for the following: (a) A vessel operated by a defence force of Australia, other than a vessel used primarily to transport troops, fuel, oil, stores, or equipment (b) A vessel with a LOA of not more than 35m (c) A vessel under the command of an exempt Master permitted to be moved under the authority of the exempt Master's pilotage exemption certificate (d) If the vessel is being led by another vessel that is under the control of a Pilot in the circumstances described in regulation 40 of the Port Authorities Regulations 2001 (e) If the vessel is, for the convenience of shipping in the port or because the vessel is engaged in dredging operations, exempted by the Hr Mr from using pilotage services (3) Inward-bound pilotage is compulsory for all vessels not listed in subsection (2) using the main shipping channel and navigating S of latitude 20° 10·00S within the port limits. (4) Outward-bound pilotage is compulsory for all vessels not listed in subsection (2) using the main shipping channel. (5) Vessels over 280m LOA must be fitted with a bridge front compass/repeater positioned at or near the centreline, suitable to be used for pilotage. (6) Vessels of up to 340m LOA and a 60m beam, are the maximum dimensions for vessels approved for the port. (7) Vessels over 335m LOA will berth at the discretion of the Hr Mr and in certain tidal and weather conditions may be restricted to daylight berthing and sailing. (8) Vessels must maintain a minimum under-keel clearance (UKC) of 2·5m (tankers 3·0m) whilst passing through 2E/3E waypoints via the eastern approach. (9) Piloted vessels entering the main shipping channel will require an UKC of 2·5m. (10) Vessels berthing at the port of Port Hedland must have a minimum of 1·2m UKC in the applicable turning basin. (11) Vessels alongside all berths in the port of Port Hedland berths must maintain a minimum of 1·0m UKC unless dispensation has been sought and approved by the Hr Mr. (12) Pilot boards from helicopter or launch in position 20°09·92S 118°33·08E. ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE AREA: The area of the Port Hedland VTS is divided into two sectors bounded by lines joining the following positions: (1) Sector 1: (a) Position, 20°21·14S 118°24·38E commences at the Mean HW Mark of the port boundary 10 n miles W of Lt Bn 47 (20°18·27S 118°34·58E). The VTS Area follows the port boundary's arc N for 8·8 n miles towards a 15m Bathymetric line to position 20°11·14S 118°27·10E. (b) WNW to position 20°10·38S 118°23·75E (c) NNW to position 20°06·25S 118°22·80E (d) ENE to position 20°04·05S 118°35·44E (e) NNW to position 20°03·41S 118°35·28E (f) E to position 20°03·41S 118°38·65E (g) S to position 20°09·00S 118°38·64E (h) Following the port boundary arc to position 20°17·25S 118°45·16E (i) W following the port boundary along the Mean HW Mark to 20°21·14S 118°24· 38E (2) Sector 2: (a) Commencing position 20°06·25S 118°22·80E (b) NNW to position 19°59·74S 118°21·30E (c) NE to position 19°56·28S 118°26·54E (d) N to position 19°54·28S 118°26·53E (e) E to position 19°54·25S 118°29·12E (f) S to position 19°56·26S 118°29·14E (g) SSE to position 20°03·41S 118°34·26E (h) E to position 20°03·41S 118°35·28E (i) SSE to position 20°04·05S 118°35·44E (j) WSW following a line S of the Territorial Sea Boundary to position 20°06· 25S 118°22·80E SERVICES: Pilbara Ports Authority Port Hedland VTS provides the following services: (1) Provide timely and relevant information on factors that may influence vessel movements and assist onboard decision-making (2) Monitor and manage vessel traffic to ensure the safety and efficiency of vessel movements (3) Respond to developing situations FIRST REPORTING POINT (FRP): (1) An automatic Arrival Number (AN) based on a vessel's AIS position will automatically be populated for vessels arriving at Port Hedland. For this automatic recognition to occur, vessels must pass within a 2·5 n miles radius of the Port Hedland FRP (19°57·21S 118°28·50E). (2) There is no requirement for vessels destined to anchor in the Port Hedland Outer Anchorage area to approach within 2·5 n miles radius of the FRP to receive the automatic Arrival Number (AN) recognition. Vessels seeking to, or directed by, Port Hedland VTS to anchor outside of the port limits in the Outer Anchorage area, will be allocated the next sequential Arrival Number (AN) by Port Hedland VTS on the basis of the vessel's ETA to the FRP. CONTACT DETAILS: Call: Port Hedland VTS VHF Channel: Ch 16; 08 12 Telephone: +61(0)8 9173030 (H24) +61(0)8 91730081 (H24) E-mail: vts@pilbaraports.com.au ph.scheduling@pilbaraports.com.au HOURS: H24 PROCEDURE: (1) Notice of ETA: Vessels should endeavour to provide their ETA to Port Hedland VTS via their nominated agent 8 days in advance. (2) Vessels are to ensure their port of Port Hedland Ship Master's Pre-Arrival Declaration is provided to Port Hedland VTS via their nominated agent no earlier than 6 days (144 hours) before vessel's ETA and no later than 3 days (72 hours) before vessel's ETA. (3) Inward-bound vessels are required to report to Port Hedland VTS when: (a) 10 n miles from the First Reporting Point (FRP) (b) Transiting the FRP (19°57′21″S 118°28′50″E) (c) Transiting 2E/3E beacons (Sarus Towers) (20°03′14″S 118°32′71″E) (d) When entering the port limits/VTS Area and transitting past C1 to the main shipping channel (19°57′99″S 118°27′01″E) (e) Anchor down (4) Inward-bound vessels will be directed by Port Hedland VTS to proceed to either the: (a) Pilot Boarding Ground (PBG) (20°09′92″S 118°33′08″E) to receive Pilot (b) Inner Anchorage where Port Hedland VTS will allocate a designated anchorage position to the vessel (c) Outer Anchorage where Port Hedland VTS will request that the vessel remain at a minimum distance of 5 n miles to the NW or NE of the FRP, remaining well clear of all other vessels in the Outer Anchorage and the Shipping Fairway (5) Outward-bound vessels transiting the main shipping channel to C1 are required to report to Port Hedland VTS when leaving the port limits/VTS Area (19°57′99″S 118°27′01″E). (6) Outward-bound vessels not constrained by their draught and meeting UKC requirements may depart from the port transiting 2E/3E beacons (Sarus Towers). Such vessels are required to report to Port Hedland VTS when: (a) Transiting 2E/3E waypoints (20°03′14″S 118°32′71″E) (b) Transiting the FRP (19°57′99″S 118°29′03E) (c) Leaving the port limits/VTS Area (7) Inward-bound and outward-bound vessels are not permitted to test their engines within 10 n miles of the FRP. (8) Vessels within the port limits/VTS Area and Outer Anchorage should maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Chs 16 and 12. (9) In most cases, a discharge of waste into the main environment is either prohibited or requires written permission from the Port Authority. Vessels shall be guided by waste discharge guidelines and waste discharge zones for the port of Port Hedland described within the Port Handbook. TIDE INFORMATION: Vessels may request the exact height of the tide pertinent to their location within the port of Port Hedland by calling Port Hedland VTS on VHF Ch 12 and Ch16. ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ PORT CONTACT DETAILS: Pilbara Ports Authority, Port Hedland Website: www.pilbaraports.com.au ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________" }

WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 04/24 Australian Hydrographic Office correspondence, (RSDRA2023000310337), 04/24 ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

Port Hedland's Vessel Traffic Services Centre (VTSC) is the port's main communications centre and is operational 24hrs a day, seven days a week (except if closed due to cyclone). The VTSC maintains a continuous listening watch on all channels listed in the below table (except VHF Ch88) and all VHF communications are recorded. Vessels are to establish communications with "Port Hedland VTS" prior to arrival at the First Reporting Point (19° 57.210'S 118° 28.500'E) and are not to move within VTS area unless satisfactory two-way communications have been established and maintained. Upon arrival and within VTS area, all vessels must maintain a listening watch on VHF Chs12 and 16 at all times. VHF channels identified in the below table are registered port working channels and must not be used for inter-ship communications. ..... Port Hedland VTS: VHF Ch 12 VHF Ch 16 Tel: 618 917 30030 Fax: 618 917 30031. Email: tower.control@pilbaraports.com.au Shipping @pilbaraports.co.au Tel: 618 917 39000 Fax: 618 917 39060. Email: feedback@pilbaraports.com.au Website: www.pilbaraports.com.au VHF Ch 08, 67, 16. VHF Ch 79 VHF Ch 88 To ensure efficient communications are maintained, Port Hedland VTS will advise vessels to monitor channels specific to operations as and when required.

Port Hedland is an official port of entry. The Australian Customs and Border Protection Service requires the Master/Owner/Operator of a ship to report their impending arrival and all crew and passengers on board no less than 96 hours prior to the vessel's estimated arrival. This is to be notified using the Customs Form 13 - 'Ship Pre-Arrival Report' and the Form 3B - Crew Report and Forms 2A and 2B - Passengers Report. ..... Duration of Journey Specified Reporting Period 72hrs or more but less than 96hrs 72hrs 48hrs or more but less than 72hrs 48hrs 24hrs or more but less than 48hrs 24hrs Less than 24hrs 12hrs At these times a vessel must also report its arrival using the Customs Integrated Cargo System (ICS). Further information on this can be found on the Australian Customs website http://www.customs.gov.au Deserters: Masters are to inform the Customs Boarding Officer or agent at the time of the vessel's departure if any members are absent without leave from the vessel. This applies even if the vessel is continuing on to an Australian port. Customs require that all crew members identity documents be held by the Master at all times whilst in Australian waters. The Master will be required to complete a declaration as to the crew member's absence. Customs may also examine the absent crew member's personal effects.Repatriation and hospitalisation: No crew member may be signed off any vessel trading between Australian ports and overseas ports without prior permission of the Sub Collector of Customs. Agents will be required to sign maintenance guarantees covering crew members landed for hospital treatment and repatriation. Crew members may be hospitalised without Customs permission if a medical emergency arises. Customs must be informed of this as soon as possible after hospitalisation. If a crew member does not rejoin a vessel on departure, procedures will be identical to repatriation.Stowaways: Cases of attempted stowaway have occurred. Masters should take all necessary care and precautions to prevent stowaways. No unauthorised person should be allowed aboard the vessel. Any stowaways onboard on arrival should be reported to the Customs Boarding Officer to prevent their unauthorised landing. It should be noted that all responsibility for the repatriation of stowaways is to the account of the vessel concerned. Quarantine: Radio pratique may be available on request.

Details of Online Berth Application can be found on the Pilbara Ports website: www.ww.pilbaraports.com.au/Port-of-Port-Hedland/Port-operations/Berth-applicatio n The documents required for 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) For full details of pre-arrival and documentation requirements see Country section.

Vessel's ETA should be sent 8 day, 96, 48, 24 and 2 hours in advance. Inbound vessels should contact Shipping Control Tower on VHF for details of movements of outbound vessels and should also report at the beginning of the recommended inward passage track, in position 19°56.37'S 118°27.77'E. Vessels navigating the buoyed approach channel should maintain a continuous watch on VHF Ch 16. Tankers: Prior notification of a Tanker's arrival/berthing draught is required by PHPA Ship Schedulers to ensure that a minimum of 3m under keel clearance (UKC) is maintained during the vessels transit through the 2E and 3E Sarus Towers. In addition, the vessels berthing draught will also determine the entry point of the channel and window of opportunity for berthing, paying particular regard to Tidal Movements and Under Keel Clearance required during the transit to/from the berth.

The Shipping Control Tower displays no visual signals. Vessels should display appropriate flags in accordance with the International Code of Signals.

Copies of local regulations are handed to the Master by the vessel's agent. Arrival draughts: The port experiences strong winds on occasions and, in order to minimise windage during transit of the channel and berthing, vessels should be ballasted to the following min arrival draughts: ..... Deadweight Forward Draught (m) Aft Draught (m) Up to 10,000 2.0 No more than 0.6m 10,000-20,000 2.0-2.5 of the propeller 20,000-30,000 2.5-3.0 to be exposed 30,000-50,000 3.0-5.0 6.5 50,000-100,000 5.0-7.0 6.5-7.5 100,000-150,000 7.0-8.0 7.5-8.5 150,000-200,000 8.0-8.5 8.5-9.5 200,000-250,000 9.0 9.5-10.0 Where a vessel's tonnage falls between any of the figures above, Masters are urged to interpolate when calculating draughts. All vessels should advise their intended arrival draught to the Harbour Master 24 hours prior to arrival. Vessels which do not meet these min draught requirements may have their berthing delayed. Vessels which have difficulty in meeting the above draughts should notify the Harbour Master accordingly. Vessels over 100,000DWT may be instructed to vary their draughts from the above prior to berthing because of tidal conditions which may affect airdraught under the ship loaders. Explosives regulations: Port Hedland Port Authority regulations concerning the "Regulation of Ships, Handling of Cargo, Inflammable Liquids and Oils, Noxious, Dangerous and Inflammable Goods and Explosives" are obtainable from the Port Authority. It is a requirement of the Port Authority that a copy of these regulations be displayed on each vessel carrying inflammable, noxious, dangerous and explosive goods. Deep draught vessels which need to use the main fairway inwards must obtain permission from Shipping Control before arrival at C1 and C2 Light Beacon. Other vessels not constrained by draught should follow the recommended inward passage route, situated E of the dredged channel. Vessels over LOA 315m are berthed during daylight hours only. Inbound vessels should avoid impending outbound vessels constrained by their draught, such action could be taken by reducing speed to avoid meeting outbound vessels in restrictive areas. Under keel clearance (UKC): The minimum under keel clearance required is from 2.1-3.7m, dependent upon swell, at Port Hedland Approach C1 Light Beacon and 1.2m in the inner harbour. Maximum permitted departure draught: A computer programme (DUKC) determines the maximum permitted departure draught which takes into account a number of factors including, amongst others, channel depths, height of tide, sea state, under keel clearance, passage time from inner harbour to C1 Light Beacon. The maximum loading draughts for vessels sailing with draught of 14m or more are required to provide the Shipping Control Tower specific DUKC data as soon as possible after berthing and sailing draught will be determined by the Port Authority at 12 hour to departure and will not be varied in this period. Access to the wharves at Finucane Island and Anderson Point is strictly prohibited for the crews of vessels using the berths at these locations. A launch is available for use as a ferry.

Pratique requirements: Prior to any vessel's arrival, a vessel must lodge a quarantine Declaration for Vessels (Pratique) form with the Australian Quarantine Inspection Service no more than 24hrs prior to, and no less than 12 hours prior to, the vessel's arrival. The form can be faxed and administered by the vessel's Agent. Masters of all vessels arriving from overseas and wishing to proceed direct to a berth must apply for clearance by radio. At least 24 hours before arrival the answers to the following questions should be radioed to the ship's agent who will submit the information to the Quarantine Officer: ..... 1. Name, type and nationality of the vessel. 2. Itinerary for last 21 days. If over 21 days from last port, please give name of port and date of departure. 3. Name of first Australian port and ETA. 4. Number of crew. 5. Number of passengers. 6. Any deaths on the voyage? If so, give details. 7. Any cases of illness during the last 21 days with a fever of 38°C or above and: a. Accompanied by rash, jaundice or glandular swelling, or b. Accompanied by diarrhoea lasting longer than 24 hours. 8. Any persons suffering from venereal disease during the voyage? 9. What live fish, birds, reptiles or other animals are onboard? Ship's pets should be mentioned. 10. Has livestock been carried on previous voyages in the last 6 months? If yes, advise type of livestock, date of voyage and ports visited. Have all stock carrying compartments been thoroughly cleaned and disinfected? 11. Is the request for radio pratique or radio approval to berth? If the answers to the above are acceptable, "approval to berth" or "radio pratique" will be granted. Vessels from overseas which do not submit health reports must anchor at the Quarantine Line and await Quarantine clearance. Until clearance is received, no persons other than the pilot, Port Health officials and Customs and Excise Officers will be allowed to embark or disembark. Until cleared, vessels must show the appropriate day or night quarantine signals. Whilst alongside in Port Hedland rat guards must be placed on all lines. Ship Sanitation Control Certificates can be issued.

Accepted when vessel anchors.

The following is a standard telex sent to the Master of a vessel, prior to arrival at port. quote: Australian Customs Service - Ships Arrival Details The vessel ............... will be arriving at .................. on (day) ................ date ................ at ............... hours. The following particulars of the vessel: ..... 1. Previous name ...................... 2. Lloyds No ...................... 3. Official No ...................... 4. Country of Registration ...................... 5. Type of vessel ...................... 6. Last visit to Australia ...................... 7. Animals onboard ...................... 8. Does Master hold valid Identity documents for all crew ...................... 9. Number of passengers (if applicable) ...................... 10. Last 4 overseas ports of call i. ...................... ii. ...................... iii. ...................... iv. ...................... 11. Ship's certificates Safety Radio ..................... Safety Construction ..................... Load Line ..................... IOPP ..................... Oil vessel(vessels carrying more than 2,000t oil as cargo) ..................... 12. Intended date of departure .................... Note: To be lodged at Customs Marine Centre, with a copy of the Crew List, 96 hours prior to the vessel's arrival. unquote