Gros Cacouna (CAGCA)

The public port handles cargo including wind turbine components, explosives, forest products, dry bulk and general cargo. It is renowned for its storage area and ease of entry due to its direct access to numerous highways (Provincial highway 132, highways 20 and 85). The harbour, enclosed by two rock filled breakwaters, is open throughout the year. The assistance of icebreakers may be required.

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Gros Cacouna is a well protected artificial harbour, approx 215km downstream of Quebec City, located in front of the mouth of the Saguenay and on the S shore of the St Lawrence River.

Max LOA 225.5m, beam 32m, draught 9.8m and 38,980DWT

Approx 373,000t of cargo handled annually.

Good anchorage available between the SW end of Ile Verte and Rocher de Cacouna, 2nm SSW.

The harbour is approached from Chenal du Sud and entered between the breakwater heads. The navigable channel between the breakwater heads has a width of 170m and depth of 10.2m. A light (framework tower, 5m in height) is exhibited on each breakwater head. Note: A church, with two 51m spires, stands in the village of St. Georges de Cacouna close S to the Port.

BA 312; Can 1234. Admiralty Pilot NP65.

Canadian Coast Guard, Search and Rescue, Tel: +1 418 648 3599 or +1 800 463 4399, (toll free).

1025.

Manoeuvring area on wharf: Available width, 30m between shed and docking face.

Compulsory and provided by the Corporation des pilotes du Bas-Saint-Laurent.

The following port limits apply: W 7km; E 6km and front 4km.

Leading lights: The alignment (082°) of Cacouna Harbour Leading Lights leads through the entrance. Front light (orange rectangle, black stripe on a framework tower, 15m in height), 47°56'N 069°30'W, on the mainland E of the harbour. Rear light (similar construction on framework tower, 4m in height), 349m from front light. The lights are visible on the leading line only.

Caution: A wreck lies about 2.3nm W of the breakwater head with a known depth of 22m. Mariners are also advised to consult their nautical charts as the depths of berths may vary.

High tide 5.5m, average tide 3.5m and elevation of the wharf pavement 7.6m.

Vessels with an LOA over 180m and 35,000DWT can access the facilities without the assistance of a tug.

Prevailing winds: SW'ly and ENE'ly.

GROS CACOUNA, QUЙBEC 47°55.80'N 69°31.15'W UNCTAD LOCODE: CA GCA For details see: S. LAWRENCE PILOT REQUIREMENTS GENERAL NOTES - ATLANTIC COAST ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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Gros Cacouna Port Authority: Telephone: 418-867-1784 Facsimile: 418-867-4632 email: portgroscacouna@spbsg.com For any emergency, contact the port master. If you are unable to reach him, please call 418-562-7094 for immediate assistance.

There is a Customs office in Rimouski.

..... Document Copies 1. Ships Stores Declaration (Form E1) Original + 2 copies 2. Crews Effects Declaration (Form Y14) Original + 2 copies 3. Crew List (Form 200) Original + 2 copies The authorities will accept IMO forms. The forms are for Revenue Canada Customs and Excise. The vessel's agent will file the documents with the Customs Office after the vessel has berthed. If the required forms are not onboard they can be delivered with the pilot if agent is notified in advance.

Initial ETA should be sent on departure from last port. Further ETA's should be sent 5, 2 and 1 day prior to arrival to the ship's agent. The ETA message should include: ..... 1. Vessel requirements prior to arrival. 2. Last 5 ports of call starting with last port, number of crew, nationality of crew, Master's name, any crew change, and expiry dates of Certificates (Load Line, Ship Sanitation Control, Safety Equipment, Safety Construction, Oil Liability).

State flag at the stern, Canadian flag on the mast.

Safety regulations for all Societe portuaire du Bas-Saint-Laurent et de la Gaspesie (SPBSG) sites: 1. All work permits must be available 2. Garbage must be disposed of in the bins provided. 3. Any consumption of drugs and alcohol is strictly prohibited on the site. 4. It is forbidden to bypass fences, construction areas and safety and security devices. 5. Only smoke in the locations provided. 6. Always wear the following CSA approved equipment: Safety helmet, safety boots, reflective bib and PFD within 3 metres of the dock. 7. Any injury, defect, danger or incident must be reported to the authorities immediately. 8. Workers who do not work inside motor vehicles have priority and must be respected. 9. Stay away from the moorings of a ship. 10. Seat belts must be worn whilst in a vehicle

Quarantine is available by radio. Ship Sanitation Control Certificate extension is possible.

As per Charter Party or upon docking with first line ashore.