Sept-Iles (CASEI)

Water depth at the entrance to Sept-Iles Bay is more than 80m, open for navigation all year round with direct access to the Atlantic Ocean through the Gulf of St Lawrence. This enables the port to handle large ocean going bulk carriers. The port installations are situated at Sept-Iles, on the NE side of the bay and at Pointe Noire and Anse a Brochu on the SW side. The port of Sept-Iles is one of the most important ore handling ports in Canada. Due to its deep waters and 10km wide semi-circular bay, the port has become one of the preferred sites for coal STS transhipment. The Port has a Dedicated Transhipment Area (DTA) within Baie des Sept-Isles. The principal cargoes handled at the port are iron ore, alumina, aluminium, petroleum coke, limestone and petroleum products. Iron ore is the primary cargo, mining companies such as Iron Ore Company of Canada, (IOC) operate major berths at the port.

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

Sept-Iles is a large natural harbour situated on the N shore of the St Lawrence River, 287nm downstream from Quebec.

Harbour: LOA 345.03m, beam 57m, draught 19.6m, 250,835DWT. Offshore: LOA and draught - Unrestricted.

Approx 39,000,000t of cargo (including 29,200,000t of iron ore) and 500 vessels handled annually.

Anchorage is restricted to the inside of the triangle in depths of 13.0-32m, created by the following positions: Position 1: 50°11.6'N 066°25.0'W Position 2: 50°13.1'N 066°29.7'W Position 3: 50°10.5'N 066°29.7'W Vessels awaiting berthing at Iron Ore Canada should, initially, anchor in this triangulated area and should not proceed closer than one nautical mile from the IOC Dock while waiting for the Docking Pilot to board. Small vessels may anchor in a depth of 11.0m approx 0.3nm nearer the shore, but such vessels should not anchor any closer. The swell in the anchorage with strong S winds is considerable, but generally not dangerous. Pointe Noire: Well sheltered anchorage in 24.0m, soft clay bottom, is available in the SW part of the bay.

All foreign flagged vessels must navigate using the Chenal du Milieu. Navigation in the Chenal du Milieu is restricted to one vessel transit at a time for vessels of 60,000DWT and greater, all tankers and all vessels with a propulsion or navigational problem. Using the Chenal de L'Est or the Chenel de L'Ouest is prohibited. Sept-Iles Bay is entered between Pointe aux Basques and Pointe a la Marmite, (2.75nm SW). The directions for berthing are as follows: Approach to Berths No 2, 4 and 5 (IOC Docks): The alignment (098.5°) of leading lights at Sept-Iles passes S of shoal water, with depths of less than 11.0m, on the NE side of the bay: ..... Front light: 50°11.7'N 066°22.6'W White diamond daymark, red bands, on Wharf No 7. Rear light: Similar daymark, 280m E of the front light. The lights are privately maintained. Approach to Berth No 2 (IOC Dock): The alignment (122.75°) of the leading lights in the vicinity of Wharf No 2 leads towards the berth: ..... Front light: 50°11.3'N 066°22.3'W on a building 10m in height, at the NW end of the berthing face. Rear light: White diamond shaped daymark, red bands, 496m SE of the front light, close NW of Pointe aux Basques. These lights are visible on the leading line only. Approach to Berth No 30 (Pointe Noire Terminal): The alignment (180°) of the leading lights indicates the middle of the dock. The S limit of the dredged approach to the jetty is indicated by "D20" Lightbuoy (port hand), moored approx 0.25nm NW of the extreme W point of the dock. A sector lightbuoy (three colours) indicates the centre of the dredged channel at 16.0m. Approach lights from the dock: ..... Front light: 50°09.9'N 066°29.0'W Mast, on the middle of the jetty Rear light: Mast, 173m S of the front light on the shore Approach to Dock No 31 (Pointe Noire Terminal): The alignment (248° of the leading lights indicates the SE limit of the dredged approach to the wharf and which passes SSE of the "D17" Lightbuoy (starboard lightbuoy) moored 0.3nm NW of front light. ..... Front light: 50°09.9'N 066°28.8'W Black metal column, 2m in height, at the E end of the Jetty. Rear light: Mast, 213m WSW of the front light, on the causeway to the shore near the middle of the jetty. Approach To Wharves No 40 & 41, (La Relance Terminal): The alignment (192.5°) on the lights leads to Berth No 40. The NE limit of the dredged approach to the wharves is marked by "D15" Lightbuoy (starboard hand) moored 0.15nm of the NE point of Wharf No 40. ..... Front light: 50°09.6'N 066°27.6'W White diamond shaped daymark, red bands in a light tower, 15m in height, between Wharves No 40 and 41. Rear light: 50°09.4'N 066°27.7'W Same as above, located on the left hand side of the silos, 37m in height, on the left side of the four silos. These lights are maintained by the port of Sept-Iles.

Canadian 1221, 1220. BA 4774, 4775, 4776. Admiralty Pilot NP65, NP286(5). US14249. US Sailing Directions No 145 (Nova Scotia and the St Lawrence).

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No vessels is permitted to berth at any port facilities under the authority of Port de Sept-Iles, unless prior authorisation has been given by the Harbour Master. Vessels berthed alongside are required to keep an even strain on all lines. Weather may necessitate the use of additional lines. Pilot's advice should be followed on this. Des Petroliers Dock (No 8): Tankers may not berth, or remain berthed, at this Pier when there is a cruise vessel visiting at the adjacent Dock. Port de Sept-Iles Cruise Terminal: No vessel is permitted to berth at this dock when winds exceed 30kts from the South or South West. La Relance Dock (No 40): Berthing not permitted Port side too unless by prior permission from the Harbour Masters. If this is granted, use of the vessel's propulsion system during berthing or manoevring will not be permitted. Use of tugs and Pilot is mandatory at this berth, at owner's expense. Pointe-Aux-Basques (No 7): Vessels at this berth are requested to proceed to an anchorage if winds exceed 30kts from the South, South East or South West. Iron Ore Canada Berths: Full details on Docking Procedures, Morring Details and Facility Regulations etc. can be found on www.ironore.ca, (Notice to Ships Bound for Sept-Isles, issued by Iron Ore Company of Canada Marine Services). Docking instructions are as follows: Vessels should request instructions 8 hours prior to arrival. These instructions are to be given as promptly and concisely as conditions permit. Docking Master boards in position 50°10.2'N 066°23.6'W. Iron Ore Company is able to receive messages 24hrs a day. The use of a Docking Pilot for berthing at IOC facilities is compulsory. Vessels should anchor at least 1nm off the dock to facilitate ship movements in the bay and should not proceed closer than 1nm from the dock while waiting for the Docking Master to board. Vessels may be requested to shift anchorage if their position interferes with normal docking approaches. Vessels arriving in ballast to load at Berth No 2 are requested to present in accordance with the following recommended arrival draughts to ensure safe handling procedures, bearing in mind indicated ship loading rates and shiploader clearances. These draughts are min draught aft with normal trim. ..... Summer DWT (t) Recommended Arrival Draughts (m) Under 30,000 4 to 4.6 30,000 to 40,000 4.6 to 5.2 40,000 to 60,000 4.9 to 5.8 60,000 to 75,000 5.5 to 6.4 75,000 to 100,000 6.1 to 7.3 100,000 to 150,000 8.5 to 11.0 150,000 to 200,000 11 to13.0 200,000 to 250,000 13 to 14.0 Over 250,000 plus 14.0 Any vessel unable to meet these suggested draughts due to insufficient ballast capacity, anticipated deballasting problems, etc, should state this in the 48 hour ETA message with the estimated deballasting time. Vessels should berth portside to unless advised otherwise by the IOC Marine Services. It is compulsory to have a net under the gangway and a gangway watch must be kept at all times.

See also "Tugs" section. Regulations stipulate that pilotage is compulsory for all vessels, however Canadian vessels of less than 35,000DWT equipped with a bow thruster are exempt from this regulation. The pilot boarding station is located at 50°10.30'N 66° 23.60'W. Upon the Pilot's arrival, the "Combination Ladder" or "Pilot's Ladder" must be in place 4m above sea level on the starboard side of the vessel. Pilots will contact vessel prior to arrival and will notify of any changes to this standard procedure. All vessels may use these services by making prior arrangements with the IOC Marine Services, Tel: +1 418 968 7540. All vessels berthing at or departing from a dock under the Port Authority of Sept-Iles shall retain the services of a pilot and tug. While manoeuvring in port waters, the use of pilots and tugs is compulsory for the following vessels: - All vessels with defects related to propulsion or navigation - All vessels greater than 250,000DWT - All tankers greater than 45,000DWT Des Petroliers Dock (No 8): All vessels, including Canadian, arriving at or departing from this berth should retain the services of a Tug and a Pilot. IOC Docks - The use of a pilot is compulsory for ships docking, shifting or leaving IOC docks. When docking on arrival, pilots board inside the harbour limits in the region of 50°10.000'N 66°24.000'W. Ships normally proceed to anchorage without assistance but this can be arranged upon request. All ships shall provide starboard side accommodation or combination ladder as appropriate for pilot boarding and disembarking. Disembarkation shall be set at about 5m above water. Ladder must be well secured by adequate lashings to rail or deck and all boarding equipment must be in good working condition.

The port comprises all the waters of Baie des Sept-Iles and extends seaward to embrace the off lying islands.

Under Keel Clearance: Port de Sept-Iles (PSI) sets a minimum UKC of 0.6m (60cm) for vessels manoeuvring in PSI waters. However, for safety reasons, this may well be increased at any time to greater than 0.6m by the PSI or by Masters. The PSI will advise on dredged channel depths and the necessary maximum draught for passage in those channels. Vessels loading at berths will also be advised by their Agents of the recommended maximum draught at time of loading to ensure safety of vessels and allow optimum loads. The Port has a Dedicated Transhipment Area (DTA) within Baie des Sept-Isles . No other vessels are permitted in this area, other than those conducting transhipment activities, without prior authorisation. The following co-ordinates indicate the outer limits of the DTA: ..... 50°11.31'N 66°20.70'W 50°11.31'N 66°29.28'W 50°10.68'N 66°29.01'W 50°10.51'N 66°29.70'W No transhipment of cargo should take place without prior authorisation by the Harbour Master. Ship to Ship transfers of petroleum products in anchorages is strictly forbidden. A pipeline and two submarine cables extend offshore in the vicinity of Pointe a la Marmite, (50°10.0'N 066°26.0'W). A marine farm has been established close outside the NW part of the anchorage area. Iron Ore Company of Canada has its own procedures for vessels turning propellers whilst alongside at their installations. Marine Wildlife: Masters are requested to check whether any seasonal special Regulations are in place as to Whales and other marine wildlife. For safety reasons, vessels are asked to report any sightings of whales within the waters of the Port area. In the event of collision, or other incident involving a whale, Masters should notify the PSI.

Range 1.6m to 3.5m. Average 2.7m.

Arrangements for tugs may be made via Iron Ore Company of Canada Marine Services (Tel: +1 418 968 7540) or Ocean Remorquage Cote-Nord (Tel: +1 418 694 1414). All vessels with LOA80m or above, and over 3,300GT, should use tug(s) when departing or arriving at a berth. In addition vessels with defects to propulsion or navigation; vessels restricted in their ability to manoeuvre, vessels in excess of 250,000 metric tons and tanker vessels greater than 45,000 metric tons. Railcar Ferry Dock (No 41): All vessels arriving or departing this berth, with a draught greater than 8.0m, should use two tugs for manoeuvres. All vessels with a draught equal or less than 8.5m, should use at least one tug. IOC Docks: Tug and pilotage service is compulsory at IOC Docks. Two tugboat's are available on a 24/7 basis with average power of 5,000HP and an average Bollard Pull of 60t. All communication between tugs and pilots are performed by VHF on Ch18a for all manoeuvres within Sept-Iles harbour. Tugboat assistance for docking is compulsory and shifting or undocking without the assistance of IOC tug's and pilots shall be made at the sole risk and responsibility of the ship. Cruise vessels should use a Pilot but the use of tug(s) is a the Master's and Pilot's discretion. With the exception of Des Petroliers Dock, the use of a pilot and tug(s) should be at the Master's discretion for Canadian vessels less than 36,000 Metric Tons, equipped with bow thruster(s). This 'waiver' does not apply to Ore Company of Canada facilities. The use of a Pilot and Tug(s) is at the Master's discretion for vessels heading directly to anchorages from Port Limits, or vessels sailing from anchorages directly to Port Limits. No vessel may depart from an anchorage position to go to a berth, without a Pilot on board. Further details can be found in the latest version of Port de Sept-Iles Practices and Procedures, located on www.portsi.com All vessels should be equipped with wire towing line and nylon pendant for tug use in undocking. Ships not so equipped will be provided with tug tow lines.

Prevailing winds: NNW.

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..... Harbour Master: Tel: +1 418 9611229. Port and Pilot: VHF Ch: 12. Tel: +1 418 9681231. Fax: +1 418 9684445. Email: portsi@portsi.com Website: www.portsi.com Tugs and Pilot: Operations: VHF Ch: 18A. Port Security: Tel: +1 418 962 7841. IOC Terminal: Tel: +1 418 9687113. Fax: +1 418 9687540. Email: marineservices@ironore.ca Website: www.ironore.ca Ice Advisory Service: On request from Marine Services. Continuous service available on VHF Ch 21B. Les Escoumins VTS Traffic (Calling): VHF Ch 14 (156.8 MHz) Les Escoumins VTS Traffic (Transmitting): VHF Ch 26 (161.9 MHz) Les Escoumins VTS Traffic (Receiving): VHF Ch 26 (157.3 MHz) VHF Ch 06 (156.3 MHz). A Listening Watch should be maintained on VHF Channels 16 (12 and 14) for all vessels operating in Port de Sept-Iles area whether underway, at anchor or at berth. Pilot, tugs and linesmen should use VHF Ch 18A for this purpose. Iron Ore Company Marine Services is set up to receive radio messages on a 24 hour basis. Radio traffic by vessels at anchor is permissible in Sept-Iles Harbour area. Coastguard Station monitoring vessel movements in the St Lawrence Seaway, must be contacted at the entrance to the St Lawrence River. Operates throughout 24 hours. All vessels transiting the Chenal du Milieu, Chenal de L'Est or the Chenal de L'Ouest are to make a security call on VHF Ch 14 and 16. All vessels should contact MCTS "Les Escoumins" on VHF Ch 14 when they are: ..... (a) about to enter PSI limits; (b) entering the Chenal du Milieu; (c) passing Pte a la chasse; (d) arriving at anchorage; (e) 15 minutes prior to leaving an anchorage or berth; (f) leaving the anchorage or berth; (g) completed with berthing manoeuvres; and (h) leaving port limits.

The Customs authorities require 96 hours notice, the Crew List and vessel pre-arrival notification should be sent by Fax: +1 418 968 7113. (see also Documentation Section). Allowances: See Country Section (Customs). Immigration: There are, generally, no formalities except when a vessel has stowaways and passengers or crew without visas onboard. The following restrictions are in place: ..... 1. Crew members signing off must first be cleared with Customs. 2. Passengers are not allowed to leave the ship until cleared with Customs, same for supernumeraries accompanying ship's crew. 3. Passengers from some countries require visas.

..... Document Reference Document Name Copies 1. Health QS-2001 Quarantine Form 2 2. Immigration 1MM-200 Crew List 3 3. Customs A-6 Report Inward 3 4. Customs Y-14 Crew Declaration 3 (See also CBSA Crew’s Effects Declaration Form BSF552) - - 5. Customs E-1 Ships Stores 3 6. Clearance Clearance from Last Port 1

Masters are to advise Port de Sept-Iles and their Agent of their ETA to the port limits, 96, 48, 24, 12 and 6hrs prior to arrival. Vessels bound for the Iron Ore Company (IOC) should advise ETA to the Iron Ore Company Marine Services, requesting berthing information, 96 hours in advance. Vessels sailing in ballast from Montreal, Sorel, Trois-Rivieres or Quebec must send ETA on departure from these ports, with corrected ETA later if necessary. Vessels must advise within 24 hours ETA and probable ballast pumping time required on arrival. If any change in ETA or in ballast situation should occur after the 24 hours ETA, same should be notified as soon as possible. Vessels should request docking instructions 8 hours in advance.

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

For full details of Practices and Procedures at the port can be found on www.portsi.com. In addition, the Iron ore Company of Canada issue Notice to Ships' Bulletins giving current information about berthing at their Sept-Iles facilities. (see www.ironore.ca). Only one vessel may be secured to a berth at any one time. Rafting up is not permitted, nor the securing of one part of a vessel at a berth to another part of a vessel. No vessel may use its propeller to clear ice along a dock while moored at PSI facilities. Ballast Water: All vessels arriving at PSI in ballast condition should comply with the "Ballast Water Control Management Regulations (http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/). Equipment Extending Out from Vessel: Prior authorisation must be obtained from the Harbour Master for this. Such equipment is to lit in hours of darkness. No rigging, cargo gear or other equipment may protrude or overhang beyond the outboard side of the vessel in a manner which may endanger life. This Regulation does not apply to vessels' cranes and gantry cranes or McGregor hatch covers or booms of self unloaders, although care should be taken not to impede other vessels, when such equipment is in use. For IOC Docks: ..... 1. Ships will be loaded in regular turn of arrival, subject to cargo availability and providing they present with starting hatches open and do not have ballast pumping which will exceed expected loading time. The loading time should be calculated at the rate of 10,000tph with 2 shiploaders at Dock No 2. 2. For establishing turn, a ship will be considered "arrived" at the time of crossing the line between Pointe au Corbeau and Pointe-aux-Basques. 3. Loading plans should be presented to the loading foreman on arrival. 4. Ore/oil and OBO carriers having discharged petroleum products at the last port must advise this in first ETA. If a gas-free certificate has not been already granted by an independent chemist, arrangements will be made to have the chemist attend. The arrangement for such a service implies no liability whatsoever on the part of IOC Marine Services and all expenses are to be made to the ship's account. 5. Ships will leave the loading dock immediately upon completion of cargo and secure for sea in the bay. If any delays occur regarding documentation, missing crew members, etc the ship will leave the dock and all matters will be handled from the anchorage. 6. Any ship which fails or refuses to vacate the berth when required by the Port Authority shall be assessed, in addition to any other charges due hereunder, an automatic charge of $1,000/hr or any part thereof after vacating notice has been given in writing to the owner, manager, agent, Master, mate, operator or charterer of the ship. The charge shall be paid promptly and it is accepted that it accurately represents the min estimate of damages to the IOC because of refusal or failure of the ship to vacate. 7. Ships must have engines ready when alongside loading docks. Permission to perform work that would affect the readiness of the ship to leave the berth in cases of emergency must be obtained from IOC Marine Services before proceeding with such work.

Pratique should only be applied for when a vessel is arriving from a country which has a plague outbreak, has had a death onboard and/or serious illness among the crew, or has an infestation of rats. Pratique can be applied for by radio, via the Canadian Coastguard. Ship Sanitation Control Certificate and Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

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