Cardiff (GBCDF)

Cardiff is the main port for Wales. The port is capable of accommodating large vessels and is equipped with modern tanker, cargo and container handling appliances. Through continued diversification it is equipped to handle a wide range of cargoes such as fruit, vegetables, timber, coal, grain, petroleum, chemicals, iron, steel and containers.

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

Cardiff is located on the N side of the Bristol Channel, on the River Taff estuary.

LOA 185.0m, beam 25.0m, draught 9.0m, 35,000DWT.

Approx 1,700,000t of cargo and 280 vessels handled annually.

Outer anchorage: An anchorage may be found on the SE side of Cardiff Grounds between Centre Ledge and Monkstone Rock (51°25'N 003°06'W), in depths of 11.0-15.0m. This anchorage can be affected by strong tidal streams. The bottom is rocky in places. Good anchorage may be obtained N of Flat Holm (51°23'N 003°07'W), between it and Centre Ledge, in depths of 10.0-18.0m. There is a further anchorage between Flat Holm and New Patch. Inner anchorage: Cardiff and Penarth Roads (51°26'N 003°08'W) lie on the NW side of Cardiff Grounds and afford anchorage in a limited space, in depths from 6.0 to 10.0m. The S entrance to the roadstead lies over a sand bar with a least depth of 4.1m over it. The anchorage can be crowded at times and is not comfortable in bad weather or a choppy sea. Two unmarked wrecks with least swept depths of 2.1m and 2.6m over them lie on the E side of the Roads, approx 1.5nm E of Penarth Pier. A patch of mud and rock with a least depth of 1.2m over it lies 0.9nm E of the pier.

Cardiff docks are approached through a dredged channel, which is maintained, so far as practicable, at a depth of 0.6m below the outer lock sill level. There is one entrance through the Queen Alexandra Dock, which can accept vessels of maximum dimension length 198m; beam 27m and draught 10.0m on suitable tides.

BA 1182, 1176, 8263. Admiralty Pilot NP37, NP286(1).

Swansea MRCC covers the Bristol Channel.

Variable.

Pilotage is compulsory due to fast tidal streams and spring tidal range of 12.5m. Pilots require 24 hours advance notification of arrival at the port boarding station. Pilots board in the vicinity of the Merkur Buoy but may board further to the W on request. Pilot cutters are on duty from 4.5 hours before HW until 3.5 hours after HW each tide. Pilot regulations are available through ships agencies. South East Wales Pilotage: Vessels for the ports of Barry, Cardiff, Newport, and berths on the River Usk: Now compulsory for all vessels over LOA 85m, carrying more than 12 passengers, and all vessels carrying hazardous or noxious cargoes. Pilotage is still strongly recommended for all vessels due to the strong and variable currents in the area. Vessel procedure: ..... 1. All vessels wishing to enter Cardiff Docks should contact Cardiff Radio on VHF Ch 14 as follows: a. On passing position 51°24.2'N 003°09.0'W. b. Before arrival at the Outer Wrach Lightbuoy (51°26.2'N 003°09.4'W) and await docking instructions. 2. Vessels should maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF. 3. Docking instructions given on arrival (berthing instructions on arrival in the lock). Barrage Control: Call: Barrage Control, VHF Ch 18 throughout 24 hours. Tel: +44 29 2070 0234. 1. Barrage Control maintains contact with Cardiff Port Radio on VHF Ch 14 so that vessel movements can be co-ordinated. 2. Vessels intending to use the Barrage Seaward Approach Channel should proceed to Outer Wrach Lightbuoy (51°26.2'N 003°09.4'W) and call Barrage Control on VHF Ch 18 for locking information.

A line drawn through NE edge of the port; Monkstone Lighthouse; Flat Holm Lighthouse to Lavernock Point.

The docks are available for the movement of shipping for 7 hours each tide and vessels may enter subject to draught and tidal conditions by arrangement with the Dock Master. UKC: A requirement of 1.0m (min) under keel clearance is stipulated for all vessels navigating through the dredged approach channel. Subject to final referral to the Dock and Harbour Master the following dimensions may be used as a guide to the maximum size that can be considered for each dock in Cardiff. Do take note that vessels for Chevron's berth in Roath Dock are restricted to a maximum draft of 9.5m irrespective of beam. ..... No/name LOA Beam Draft (m) (m) (m) Queen Alexandra Dock 198.1 27.0 10.0 Roath Dock 198.1 25.75 10.0 198.1 25.91 9.91 198.1 26.05 9.0 Roath Basin 173.7 22.86 7.31

Range 11.3m springs, 5.8m neaps.

Available and may be ordered through ship's agent.

Prevailing winds: SW'ly.

CARDIFF 51°26.88'N 3°09.89'W UNCTAD LOCODE: GB CDF For details see: GENERAL DIAGRAM BRISTOL CHANNEL PILOTAGE GENERAL DIAGRAM BRISTOL VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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(2) Pilotage is provided by the Associated British Ports (ABP). ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ LOCAL PORT SERVICE DESCRIPTION: The Local Port Service (LPS) will provide an H24 point of contact and coordination service by telephone, e-mail, fax and via agents for vessels destined for or within the ABP commercial Ports of Cardiff, Barry, Newport and the independent berths on the River Usk and will supply the following information on request: (1) General port specific information such as dock, lock and PV operational times (2) Berth availability (3) Pilot boarding times (4) Planned shipping movements (5) Meteorological and hydrological data CONTACT DETAILS: Call: Cardiff LPS Telephone: +44(0)845 6018870 (UK only) Fax: +44(0)2920 835006 E-mail: southwalesradio@abports.co.uk Website: www.southwalesports.co.uk HOURS: H24 ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ PORT CONTACT DETAILS: Call: Cardiff Radio VHF Channel: Ch 68; 09 13 Port Authority (ABP) Telephone: +44(0)870 6096699 (UK only) Fax: +44(0)29 20835001 E-mail: cardiff@abports.co.uk Website: www.southwalesports.co.uk Port Authority (Cardiff Harbour Authority) Telephone: +44(0)29 20877900 Fax: +44(0)29 20877901 Website: www.cardiffharbour.com HOURS: 4h before to 3h after HW PROCEDURE: (1) All vessels wishing to enter Cardiff Docks should contact Cardiff Radio on VHF Ch 68 as follows: (a) On passing position 51°24·20N 3°09·00W (b) Before arrival at the Outer Wrach Lt buoy (51°26·21N 3°09·46W) and await docking instructions (2) Vessels should maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF. (3) Docking instructions given on arrival (berthing instructions on arrival in the lock). TIDAL INFORMATION: Available on request. ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ BARRAGE CONTROL CONTACT DETAILS: Call: Barrage Control VHF Channel: Ch 18 Telephone: +44(0)29 20700234 (H24) Fax: +44(0)29 20700054 E-mail: barragecontrolroom@cardiff.gov.uk HOURS: H24 PROCEDURE: Vessels intending to use the Barrage Seaward Approach Channel should proceed to Outer Wrach Lt buoy and call Barrage Control on VHF Ch 18 for locking information. ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________" }

WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 45/25 Cardiff Harbour Authority correspondence, (RSDRA2025000497042), 45/25

Port Contact: Tel: +44 2920 835025, Fax: +44 2920 835006 and Email: cardiff@abports.co.uk. VHF: Port: Ch 68, 09, 13, call Cardiff Radio, 4 hours before to 3 hours after HW. Barrage Control: Ch 18.

..... Copies Vessels arriving from an EU port and sailing to an EU port: 1. IMO Crew Lists (Inwards & Outwards). 2 Vessels arriving from an EU port but sailing to a non EU port: 1. IMO Crew Lists (Inwards & Outwards) 2 2. IMO General Declaration (Outwards) 2 3. IMO Ship's Stores Declaration (Outwards) 2 4. IMO Passenger Lists (Outwards). 2 Vessels arriving from outside the EU but sailing to an EU port: 1. IMO Crew Lists (Inwards & Outwards) 2 2. IMO General Declaration (Inwards), 2 3. IMO Ship's Stores Declaration (Inwards) 2 4. IMO Crew Effects Declaration 2 5. IMO Passenger List (Inwards). 2 Vessels arriving from outside the EU and sailing to a port outside the EU: 1. IMO General Declaration (Inwards & Outwards) 2 2. IMO Ships Stores Declaration (Inwards & Outwards) 2 3. IMO Crew Effects Declaration 2 4. IMO Crew Lists (Inwards & Outwards) 2 5. IMO Passenger Lists (Inwards & Outwards). 2

Advise ETA 24 hours prior to arrival, stating maximum draught.

Vessels carrying hazardous substances must transmit a notice of entry to Severn VTS prior to arrival. Tankers must present a tanker check list to the pilot on arrival at the pilot station.

International health regulations are to be observed.