Boulogne-sur-Mer (FRBOL)

Boulogne-sur-Mer, operated by Port Boulogne Calais, is one of the leading fishing ports in France. The port offers complete fishing activities within the harbour area including catching, processing, marketing and retailing. A vast refrigerated storage area is available to cater for the fishing activities as well as numerous slipways and vessel storage. The well-sheltered port can also cater for dry cargo and pleasure craft. Socarenam ship repairs and builders have their head office within the port; the Boulogne-sur-Mer site offers repairs, shipbuilding and storage.

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

Boulogne-sur-Mer is located on the N coast of France close to the Dover Strait.

Max LOA 230m, beam 28.6m, draught 9.3m, 37,317DWT.

Approx 36,700,000t of cargo inclusive off cross-channel and 5,000,000 passengers inclusive off cross-channel handled annually.

Outer anchorage: There is an anchorage, depth 14m-16m, for large vessels in between the gap in Bassure de Baas and Digue Carnot on the S side of the harbour entrance, but clear S of the tanker channel. If the outer anchorage is unsuitable due to bad weather, it is advisable to seek shelter off the English Coast.

The main approach for vessels to seaward of the Bassure de Baas is from W through the break in the N part of the shoal. It is also possible to approach from N through Rade d'Ambleteuse. The entrance to the outer harbour is between the heads of two breakwaters, Digue Carnot and Digue Nord, and then through a dredged channel to the berths. A separate channel follows SE to Loubet Basin and Napoleon Basin in which numerous fishing berths are located. Napoleon Basin is approached to the S by a lock, 21m wide and 95m long whereas Loubet Basin is approached to the SW through a lock which is 25m wide, 125m long and a depth of 5m on the sill. Tanker channel: A charted access channel, where navigation is controlled, extends approx 4.05nm WNW from the entrance of Boulogne Harbour to the W boundary of the French Inshore Traffic Zone. N limit, is the extended line joining Boulogne Lightbuoy and Digue Nord Light tower. S limit, is the line joining "ZC1" Lightbuoy and Digue Sud (Carnot) Light tower. Ferry channel: By agreement, between the ferry operators and local fishermen, ferries normally use a channel 1.5nm wide between Cap Griz Nez and Boulogne for both entering and leaving the harbour. The channel is bounded by the following positions: ..... Latitude Longitude On the E side 50°44.90'N 001°34.35'E 50°48.60'N 001°34.30'E 50°54.25'N 001°31.60'E On the W side 50°44.95'N 001°33.35'E 50°48.60'N 001°33.35'E 50°51.20'N 001°32.10'E 50°52.25'N 001°30.20'E Boulogne Leading Lights are exhibited for the entrance to Avant-port: The front light from a lantern mounted on a mast (triangular topmark, point down) at the NW extremity of the spur at Gare Maritime (50°43.7'N 001°35.7'E). The rear light from a grey metal framework tower, with a red top on a building, 43m in height, standing on Quai Gambetta, on the SE side of Port de Maree, 0.3nm SE of the front light. These lights in line bear 123°. Traffic signals are exhibited from the vicinity of the front light.Buoyage: "RC1" Lightbuoy and "RC2" Lightbuoy mark the approach to Darse Sarraz-Bournet.

BA 438, 1892, 2451. French SH 6735, 7323, 7247, 7085. Admiralty Pilot NP28, NP286(1).

Cross Gris NEZ: VHF Ch 16, Tel: +33 3 2187 2187.

1026.

Mooring operations are performed by Boulogne Calais Port.

Pilotage is compulsory, except for vessels of less than 60m in length equipped with VHF, bound to or from Boulogne within a distance of 3.48nm of the breakwaters. Vessels carrying dangerous cargos, regardless of size, are required for compulsory pilotage. Available 24 hours. In fine weather the pilot boards 0.43nm S of Approaches Boulogne Lightbuoy (50°45.4'N., 001°31.1'E) and the Ophelie Lightbuoy, moored 1.05nm S. If the weather is too rough for the pilot vessel to put to sea, vessels should remain in the outer anchorage, where instructions will be passed by VHF. Under no circumstances should vessels attempt to enter Rade Carnot without instructions, as weather or water conditions may make it impracticable to anchor within the breakwaters. Small vessels, entering without a pilot, must anchor in the S part of Rade Carnot. Deep sea pilots for NW Europe can also be obtained from Boulogne. Vessels carrying hydrocarbons or other dangerous cargos should contact the port (on VHF Ch 12) before entering the approach channel. Other vessels should contact the port on arrival in the roads. Vessels requiring pilotage contact the Harbour Master on VHF Ch 12 and must confirm their ETA at the roadstead 2hrs prior to arrival. The aforementioned information will be forwarded by the Harbour Master to the pilot station.

For vessels anchoring on arrival, 4nm from breakwaters and for vessel entering, on passing the breakwaters.

Approach Channel: Lights: A light is exhibited from a red framework tower, 7m in height, marking the W entrance to the basin. Traffic signals are exhibited from a mast at the E entrance point. Harbour Channel: Along with the main traffic signal, a yellow light is shown when dredging in operating in this channel. ZC1 Lighted Buoy is moored approx 3.82nm W of the head of Digue Nord. The lighted buoy marks the SW end of the approach channel. Boulogne Approach Lighted Buoy is moored approx 1.74nm WNW of the head of Digue Nord. The lighted buoy marks the N side of the approach channel. It is worth noting however that the majority of the outer section of Digue Nord is now submerged, excluding the head. There are numerous conspicuous landmarks within the port area that may be used by mariners including: 1. A prominent tower in which a light is shown, 22m, stands at the head of Digue Carnot. 2. Colonne de la Grande Armee 141m high, is located 1.9 miles E of the head of Digue Carnot. 3. The Port Boulogne Calais control tower is 42m high. It is located within the S section of the harbour at approx 1 mile SE of the head of Digue Carnot. 4. A domed cathedral (Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception at Boulogne-sur-Mer) stands 142m high and is located within the city of Boulogne-sur-Mer at approx 1 mile E of the Port Boulogne Calais control tower. 5. Approx 1.5 miles ESE of Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception at Boulogne-sur-Mer is Mont Lambert which stands 189m high. 6. A tower located at the NW side of Darse Sarraz Bournet basin at approx 0.8 mile SSE of the head of Digue Carnot. 7. There are four wind turbines located to the W of the port.

Recommended times for entry: Outer harbour: Vessels with draught over 9.0m should enter around HW or within 2 hours either side of HW. However, because the tidal streams are so strong, vessels exceeding LOA 180m, depending on their draught should enter either about 3 hours before or about 1 hour after HW. Inner harbour: Best time to enter the harbour is 2 hours before HW. The tidal stream sets SW between 1kt and 1.5kts outside the main entrance between the two breakwaters, making it difficult for vessels over LOA 100m. Vessels wanting to enter on a given tide should arrive no later than 3 hours before HW. The inner channel is dredged to 5.0m, berths 11.0m, accessible for vessels up to 230m in length and a draught of 9.3m. Basin Napoleon: It is accessible during the 2 hours before HW. Within the Loubet Basin Vessels < 100m may be locked at regular times. Vessels 100m-120m locked for 2 hours 30 mins before HW to 1 hour after HW. Vessels 120m-135m only enter close to HW when both lock gates are open. Basin Loubet: It is accessible at any time of the tide for vessels up to 125m in length, 25m wide and with a draught of 7.6m and is accessible during the 2 hours before HW to vessels with LOA 100-130m. Regulations: It is prohibited for vessels to stop or anchor in the approach channel. Instead, vessels may use the approach channel leading E from the Dover Strait TSS. Vessels from Calais or Dunkirk must use this section of the approach lying E of Boulogne Lighted Buoy and notify the port on approach through VHF Ch 12. If for any reason the vessels on this approach have limited manoeuvring abilities then they must show appropriate lights. Restrictions: It has been reported that a shoal lies on the N side of Rade Carnot and as a result vessels must stay S of this alignment. There are numerous wrecks on the approach to the port due to its close proximity to the Dover Strait as well as high speed ferries. There is also an area between Digue Nord and the shore which is specifically reserved for pleasure craft, due to the marinas in the vicinity.

The tidal currents are strong due to the close proximity to the Dover Strait. Located 0.52nm W of the head of Digue Carnot the flood current runs N and approx 1 hour 50 mins beofre HW it will begin. The current gains a max spring rate of 4.8kts approx 1 hour before HW. The ebb current on the other hand runs S and approx 30 mins after HW it will begin. The current gains a max spring rate of 4.2kts. Tidal Ranges HAT: 9.6m MHWS: 8.8m MHWN: 7.2m MSL:4.91m MLWN: 2.6m MLWS: 1.1m LAT: 0.4m

The Dover Strait is under full radar surveillance and operates a traffic separation scheme (TSS) - see entry for further information.

There are 3 tugs of 1,500hp available, including 1 fire fighting tug.

Prevailing winds: SW'ly.

BOULOGNE-SUR-MER 50°44.59'N 1°34.16'E UNCTAD LOCODE: FR BOL For details see: CALAIS PILOT REQUIREMENTS GENERAL NOTES (ATLANTIC AND ENGLISH CHANNEL COASTS) ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 21/24 French Notice 17/2.4.3/24, (RSDRA2024000120659), 21/24 ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

Port Boulogne Calais contact info Telephone: +33 3 2146 9821 Email: Xavier.Versmisse@portboulognecalais.fr Port of Boulogne Harbour Master's Office contact info Telephone: + 33 3 2110 3547 Facsimile: + 33 3 2110 3584 Port Authority contact info VHF: Ch 12, operates throughout 24 hours and should be contacted for berthing authorisation. Telephone: +33 3 2100 3520 Facsimile: +33 3 2100 3548 Email: ddtm-dml-capp@pas-de-calais.gouv.fr Control Tower contact info VHF: Ch 12 Call sign: Boulogne Port or Boulogne Dispatching Telephone: +33 3 2180 3467 Facsimile: +33 3 2180 3470 Email: ddtm-vigiecapb@pas-de-calais.gouv.fr Boulogue Pilots contact info VHF: Ch 12 Telephone: + 33 3 2196 4018 Facsimile: +33 3 2197 7764. Email: boulognecalaispilot@wanadoo.fr. Division of Boulogne sur Mer Customs office Telephone: + 33 3 2131 2036 Facsimile: + 33 3 2180 7617 Email: div-boulogne@douane.fiances.gouv.fr

A customs office is located within the port area - Division of Boulogne sur Mer.

..... 1. Nautical instructions C21 2. Livre des Feux CA Cargo documentation: A Hazardous Goods Note to be advised 24 hours prior to arrival to the Harbour Master through agents or by fax. Customs documentation: 1. Crew List 2. Stowaways List The Inward Declaration should be delivered by pilot when boarding.

Notice of ETA which should be sent as follows, should include vessels draught: ..... 1. Via agent, 48 hours prior to arrival to Port Boulogne Calais, giving: IMO SRS Items; Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Golf, Hotel, India, Oscar, Papa and Uniform. Note 1: State whether tugs are required. Note 2: Tankers: Item Papa use IMDG Code. 2. Via Fax: +33 3 21 87 28 79 to Boulogne Port, 12 hours prior to arrival to Boulogne Port, giving: IMO SRS Items; Alpha, Hotel, Oscar, Tango and Uniform. 3. Via VHF Ch 12, 2 hours prior to entry to Boulogne Port, giving: IMO SRS Items: Alpha, Bravo, Hotel (at approach Boulogne Buoy), Juliet, Oscar and Uniform. Vessels should also contact the harbour master 12 hours in advance of ETA in the Port Roads (Rade), confirming 2 hours prior to arrival. The message should include vessel's particulars, last port of call and pilotage requirements.

All vessels must contact Boulogne Port on VHF Ch 12 on arrival in the Port Roads (Rade). They will be given berth number, time of Pilot boarding, or where they must anchor. If contact with Port Boulogne Calais cannot be made, vessels must not enter the fairway without permission. The approach channel extends 4.5nm WNW from Boulogne Harbour entrance to the W boundary of the French Inshore Traffic Zone. The N limit of the channel is the line of bearing 287° from the light at the head of Digue Nord and the S limit is the line of bearing 277° from the light at the head of Digue Carnot. All tankers over 1,600GT must use this channel, except that tankers coming from Dunkerque or Calais are only required to use that part of the channel to the E of a line between Boulogne Approaches Lightbuoy, 1.5nm S. Tankers must report before entering the access channel and maintain VHF watch thereafter. Vessels are prohibited from anchoring or stopping in the approach channel.

Ship Sanitation Control Certificate and Exemption Certificates issued.