Abu Zenima (EGAZA)

The port consists of two shipping berths, which are used for handling materials for Sinai Manganese Company. The bay has depths of 18.0m and more, with good anchorages.

Tropical.

The port of Abu Zenima is situated on the eastern shore of the Gulf of Suez on the Sinai Peninsula.

Draught 10.0m.

Approx 470,000t of cargo, which includes imports of 120,000t and exports of 350,000t handled annually.

Good anchorage may be obtained in depths of 22.0-26.0m sand and mud. The mining company's vessel generally anchors close S of the pier and this berth should be left clear in its absence. Landing is often impracticable during strong S winds and the anchorage is then untenable.

Abu Zenima Leading Lights: Front light (metal tower, black bands, topmark triangle apex up) (29°02.7'N 033°07.1'E). Rear light (similar construction, topmark triangle apex down) (90m from front light). From a position 1.5nm SW of Cairn Point the alignment (012°) of these lights leads towards the harbour. Front light (white metal tower, black bands, topmark triangle apex up) (29° 02.8'N 033°06.7'E). Rear light (similar structure, topmark triangle apex down) (150m from front light). From a position in the entrance to the bay the alignment (334°) of these lights lead W of a buoy (starboard hand; position approx) moored about 0.8nm WNW of Cairn Point, and close W of a dangerous wreck marked by a lightbuoy (starboard hand) which lies about 0.15nm S of the jetty.

BA 2132, 2373. Admiralty Pilot NP64.

All areas are covered by the Army Coastguard.

1030.

The Pier Master will assist if required.

The principal features are: A prominent transporter standing at the head of a screw pile pier which extends 133m SSE from the shore fronting the company's offices. There is a round hill, close NNW of Cairn Point, height 48m, with a well defined stratification, a flat summit and is surmounted by a cairn. A chimney and tanks stand respectively, approx 0.5nm WSW and 0.45nm W of the round hill.

The distance from the waterline to hatch top should not exceed 9.75m. Between Nov and May, S'ly winds may make the berth untenable.

The difference between HW and LW is 1.20m with a current speed of zero to 19kts.

Not available.

Prevailing winds: Variable.

ABU ZENIMA 29є 03.0' N,033є 07.0' E UNCTAD LOCODE: EG AZA ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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Radio: Alexandria Radio is recommended for passing messages at long range. Inmarsat communication is possible. VHF: Ch 16.

Customs: On berthing, Customs Officers will attend to check the ship's bonded store according to the list prepared by the Master. There is no alcohol allowance for ships crews whilst in port, cigarettes only are allowed. Penalties for non compliance are large. Immigration: The Immigration Officer is the first person to board after the pilot, he checks the Seaman's Books and issues the shore permits for crew members. Nobody is allowed to board the vessel before the Immigration clearance. Crew and/or passengers cannot leave the vessel before the attendance of the Immigration Officer.

..... 1. Permission of Entrance and Departure 2. NOR 3. Statement of Facts 4. Bill of Lading 5. Commercial Invoice 6. Certificate of Origin 7. Certificate of Quality and Quantity.

The initial ETA should be sent to the vessel's nominated, state owned agent 7 days prior to arrival. Arrival confirmation should be sent 72 and 24 hours prior to arrival. The arrival confirmations should be sent through the protecting agent, if any, who will consequently convey messages and/or owner's instructions to the state agent and other involved parties. The ETA message should include: ..... 1. In addition to normal ETA (date and time of arrival) the type and quantity of cargo to be loaded/discharged should be advised. 2. Arrival draughts forward and aft. 3. Any requirements.

Hoisting of the Egyptian flag on arrival is essential. If the flag is not available on arrival the Master may request one, through the agent, upon berthing.

Vessels arriving with cargo to be discharged, or for loading cargo, will not be berthed unless receivers or shippers are ready with the necessary documents duly approved by the state agent/customs.

Free pratique is granted immediately on the ship's arrival if not coming from an infected area. Pratique cannot be applied for by radio. Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates can be renewed if expired.

Tendered in accordance with Charter Party.