Coquimbo (CLCQQ)

Coquimbo is one of the principal ports of N Chile, a natural coastal port with excellent shelter. There are two berths at the port both used for general cargo. Main exports are copper concentrate, fresh fruit, canned fish, bagged minerals. Main imports are wheat and maize.

Tropical.

Coquimbo is entered between Punta Pelicanos, the N extremity of Peninsula de Coquimbo and Punta Teatinos.

LOA 220m, 9.3m draught.

Approx 830,000t of cargo, 20,000 passengers and 200 vessels are handled annually.

Anchorage may be obtained in Coquimbo Bay. Vessels should ensure ample swinging room. Small vessels may obtain anchorage 0.2nm ESE of Muelle de Pasajeros in depths of about 8.0m sand and mud. A prohibited anchorage lies off the main berth. An explosives anchorage lies 1nm ENE of Muelle de Pasajeros.

The port is approached and entered between Punta Pelicanos (29°55.9'S 071° 21.3'W), ans Punta Teatinos 7nm NNE. In thick weather it is advisable to keep in depths of more than 27.0m when rounding Roca Pelicanos. From a position about 2.5nm NW of Punta Tortuga (29°56'S 071°22'W) the track leads ENE, then E passing (with positions relative to Punta Tortuga): NNW of Islotes Pajaros de Afuera (1nm NW), noting shoals up to 0.6nm N. Then N of Punta Tortuga. The track continues ESE and SE passing: NNE and NE of Punta Pelicanos (2.5nm ENE). Roca Havannah, Roca Dorsetshire and Roca Pelicanos lies 0.2nm ENE, and 0.15nm E, respectively of Punta Pelicanos. Then the track leads to the required berth passing clear of an isolated shoal with 7.0m of water over it, which lies 0.85nm SE of Punta Pelicanos.

BA 3073, 3080. Admiralty Pilot NP7, NP286(7).

1025.

Vessels berthing alongside any berth should keep a minimum UKC of 0.6m at all times.

Pilotage is compulsory. Pilot boards in the following position: a)29°55.96'S 71°19.80'W b)29°55.96'S 71°19.27'W c)29°56.44'S 71°19.27'W d)29°56.44'S 71°19.80'W

Inside a line drawn from Punta Pelicanos (29°55.9'S 071°21.3'W) E to the meridian of 71°21.1'W.

Punta Tortuga Light, 29°56.0'S 071°21.4'W. La Serena Light, 29°54.3'S 071°17.6'W. Muelle de Pasajeros Light (white metal post with two overhanging lamps, red band, 7m in height), 29°56.9'S 071°21.1'W.

Care must be taken when entering at night because of the numerous small fishing boats that lay out lines and drift without lights.

Mean spring range 1.1m; mean neap range 0.7m. There is practically no tidal stream in the port.

There is 1 tug belonging to SAAM.

Prevailing winds: S and SW'ly. Winds are variable. In fine weather, sea breezes from NW, backing to W or SW in the afternoon, alternate with a land breeze from approx NE at night. Winds from the E, known locally as "Terrales" are rare but dangerous. Fog causes much delay to boats proceeding to and from vessels in Coquimbo. Fogs are more frequent in winter when they are often very dense.

COQUIMBO, INCLUDING GUAYACБN 29°57.06'S 71°20.13'W UNCTAD LOCODE: CL CQQ ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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Messages can be sent via Playa Ancha Radio (callsign "CBV") Valparaiso which listens throughout 24 hours on 500kHz and works on 8522kHz and 16663kHz. VHF: Pilots: Ch 16, 06, 08, 12, 14. Port Radio: Ch 16, 09, 14. ..... CHILREP Reporting: Email: mrccchile@directemar.cl Tel: +56 (0) 32 2208637, +56 (0) 32 2208638, +56 (0) 32 2208639. Fax: +56 (0) 32 2208662 CHILREP reporting times 12.00hrs (UTC) and 24.00hrs (UTC) every day. See also "Berths and Cargo" Section, "Safety".

Customs: Crew's own personal possessions must tally with those listed on the Crew Personal Effects List. If there is a discrepancy, penalties range from confiscation of the goods not declared to imprisonment, depending on the seriousness of the misdemeanour.Immigration: Crew List is checked against passports. There are no restrictions on crew and passengers in transit proceeding ashore provided they are in possession of a landing card. Some foreign nationalities require an entry visa if embarking or disembarking.

..... 1. Document Copies SY AG IM PC CU Total Health Declaration 1 - - - - 1 2. Crew List 1 - 1 1 2 5 3. Stores List 1 1 - - 2 4 4. Manifest - 1 - - - 1 5. Passenger List - - 1 - - 1 6. Last Port Clearance - - - 1 - 1 7. Weapons & Ammunition List - - - 1 - 1 8. Narcotics List - - - 1 - 1 9. Crew Personal Effects List - - - - 2 2 10. General Declaration - - - - 2 2 11. Voyage Itinerary - - - - 1 1 Note: SY = Sanitary (Health) authorities, AG = Agriculture department, IM = Immigration, PC = Port Captain, CU = Customs. The Port Captain will also wish to see the vessel's Certificates and Immigration Officer will want to see all passports.

Initial ETA should be sent to the vessel's agent 5 days prior to arrival. Additional ETA's should then be sent on a daily basis at 0800hrs. The ETA message must confirm that all cargo gear is in proper working order, if any cargo shifting is expected, if there is dangerous cargo onboard for discharge and/or transit and arrival draught.

Vessels entering Chilean waters must at all times fly the Chilean flag at the foremast and also whilst in port. Fines for not complying may be imposed by the authorities.

It is expressly forbidden to throw overboard any ballast, rubbish or waste or to spill petroleum whilst in Chilean waters and harbours. Garbage is not allowed to be disposed of ashore. Vessels must comply with the use of rat guards, safety nets and gangway railings. Any repairs to the main engine must be authorised.

Pratique should be applied for on arrival after completion of formalities. It cannot be applied for by radio. The Master must send a telex to the agent advising: ..... 1. Vessel's name, callsign and flag. 2. From where proceeding and to what port. 3. Last ports called at in the preceding 7 days. 4. ETA at port of destination. 5. Crew all in good health and having valid cholera vaccinations. 6. Where drinking water was last taken onboard.

NOR should be tendered upon arrival at the anchorage.

Masters must report their position, course, speed and ETA next port as soon as they enter Chilean waters (200nm) to Directemar Valparaiso by cable. Thereafter, the same information is to be sent daily, whilst in Chilean waters, at 0800hrs and 2000hrs. Reports to be sent via Playa Ancha Radio.