Dover (GBDVR)

The port is divided into two sections, the Eastern Docks and Western Docks. The Eastern Docks comprise a car ferry terminal with eight Ro-Ro berths and three deep water general cargo berths. The Western Docks comprise two dedicated cruise terminals. The port is synonymous with cross channel traffic and is the busiest international drive-on, drive-off terminal in the world. Ferries flow out of the port entrances on average every 20 minutes (DFDS Seaways, P&O Feries and MyFerry Link) destined for, and returning from, three other major European ports. Dover is also Britain's premier S coast port for fresh produce and can handle a wide range of cargoes from a terminal at Eastern Docks. It is also one of Northern Europe's busiest cruise ports for turn round calls and is also a popular port of call for cruise vessels. The port is benefitting from a number of infrastructure improvements, including a more efficient road system with better signage and larger holding areas for vehicles at times of peak ferry traffic use.

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

The port of Dover is located in the Dover Straits, in the English Channel.

LOA 317.14m, beam 38m, draught 9m, 38,717DWT.

Approx 19,000,000t of cargo, 16,000 vessels and 9,000,000 passengers handled annually.

Anchorage is available in the outer harbour, with a depth of 8.0m, 0.2 to 0.35nm NW of S breakwater for vessels up to LOA 100m. The holding ground is good but caution is required in strong winds. The inner limit of the anchorage is marked by buoys and lightbuoys at the extremities of the limit. Vessels should not anchor outside the designated anchorage area. There is good holding ground in East Wear Bay which lies between Abbot's Cliff and Copt Point. The shore of the bay is flat and covered with large stones which make landing difficult at LW. However the bay is only sheltered from the W by Copt Point and Copt Rocks, and should only be used as a temporary anchorage. The best berth is in the middle of the bay in depths of about 9.0m.

The harbour is approached directly from seaward and entered through the Eastern or Western entrance which lie at either end of the Southern breakwater. The Eastern harbour entrance is 204m wide and the Western harbour entrance is 225m wide, minimum depths in both entrances are 12.0m CD. The entrances are separated by the southern breakwater. Allowances must be made for tidal stream when entering, or leaving, once the vessel is exposed to the tidal stream outside the breakwater. Note: Entry for commercial and cruise vessels exceeding LOA 180m is limited to the period between HW-3 hours and HW due to adverse tidal streams at both entrances. During periods of reduced visibility high intensity strobe lights are exhibited from the Admiralty Pier Extension. These lights are aligned so that on an approach course of approximately 265° their intensity is similar. Tidal Harbour: Channel dredged to 5.0m. Access to non tidal basins Granville Dock and Wellington Dock, with 24 hours access.

BA 1698,1828, 323. Admiralty Pilot NP28, NP286(1)

Distress and Rescue: Dover Coastguard station is a Maritime Rescue Co-ordination centre and the control centre for the Channel Navigation Information Service. Constant VHF watch is kept, callsign "Coastguard Dover". The headquarters are situated at Langdon Battery (50°08'N 001°20.5'E). An offshore lifeboat is stationed in the Tidal Harbour.

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Due to frequent ferry movements, the recommended minimum moorings should consist of four stern/head lines and two springs at each end of the vessel. Additional moorings may be required in adverse weather. When berthing the first lines ashore, unless advised otherwise, should be springs forward and aft. Weighted heaving lines are not permitted.

Pilotage in compulsory for all vessels over LOA 50m. ..... Pilot Ordering Inbound: Every commercial vessel should report to Dover Port Control on VHF Ch 74, when at least 2 hours from the pilot station and provide the following information: 1. ETA at pilot station 2. Confirmation that all equipment is in full working order or report any defects that may affect the safe navigation or manoeuvrability of the vessel 3. Tug requirements confirmation 4. Confirmation of vessel's LOA and max draught 5. Supply details of any hazardous cargo Pilot boards in position 51°07.28'N 001°25.29'E (3nm due E of Dover Harbour Eastern Entrance). Large (over LOA 250m) or hampered vessels should be ready to receive a pilot when the distance of 5nm E of the port Pilot Ordering Outbound: Every commercial vessel should give 1 hours notice to Dover Port Control on VHF Ch 74 of its intended departure, and provide the following information: 1. ETD from the berth 2. Confirmation that all equipment is in full working order or report any defects that may affect the safe navigation or manoeuvrability of the vessel 3. Tug requirements confirmation 4. Confirmation of vessel's LOA and max draught 5. Supply details of any hazardous cargo

Port limits are 1nm to seaward of breakwaters.

Landmarks: Dover Castle (51°07.8'N 001°19.3'E), stands on top of a cliff overlooking the harbour with a church tower close SE. Dover Castle Church (tower) (close SE of castle). Two radio masts (red obstruction lights) (51°08.3'N 001°20.1'E), 0.75nm NE of the castle. Langdon Battery (51°08.0'N 001°20.6'E). Clock tower (51°08.7'N 001°19.5'E). Major lights: Dover Admiralty Pierhead Light (white tower, 22m in height) (51°06.7'N 001° 19.7'E). Dover Southern Breakwater W Head Light (white tower 21m in height) (51°06.8'N 001°19.8'E). Dover Southern Breakwater Knuckle Light (white tower, 16m in height) (51° 07.0'N 001°20.5'E).

Speed restriction in Outer and Inner Harbour: All vessels are to observe a maximum speed limitation of 8 knots. The approach to and from the public slipway through the designated swimming area is a maximum speed of 4 knots. Speed trstriction in the Wick Channel from Inner Harbour to Tidal Basin and Marina. All vessels to observe a maximum speed limitation of 4 knots when in the Wick Channel, Tidal Basin and Marina.

MHWS 6.0m, MHWN 3.2m.

Inbound vessels should send ETA 24 hours in advance, requesting instructions. Vessels passing Dover Harbour and the area within 1nm to seaward of the breakwaters should contact Dover Port Control on VHF Ch 74 to advise their ETA at a range of 3nm from the port and should monitor VHF Ch 74 for harbour movements.

There are 2 x 55t bollard pull tugs available. Subject to weather conditions, 1 tug should provide 1 hours notice, and 2 tugs should give 2 hours notice.

Prevailing winds: SW'ly.

DOVER 51°07.05'N 1°20.14'E UNCTAD LOCODE: GB DVR For details see: SHIP REPORTING SYSTEMS, UNITED KINGDOM AND FRANCE, Dover Strait (CALDOVREP) GENERAL DIAGRAM DOVER VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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NOTE: Vessels where the Master or watch keepers are not familiar with navigating in the Port of Dover Pilotage area are strongly recommended to employ the services of a Pilot. ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE SERVICES: This is a UK designated port VTS and provides a Navigation Support Service for Dover Harbour and the area within 1 n mile to seaward of the breakwaters. CONTACT DETAILS: Call: Dover VTS VHF Channel: Ch 16 74; 12 45 69 71 Telephone: +44(0)1304 206063 (H24) E-mail: grpVTS@portofdover.com HOURS: H24 PROCEDURE: (1) Inward-bound commercial vessels shall report to Dover VTS on VHF Ch 74 1h from the Pilot station. providing the following information: (a) ETA at Pilot Station (b) Confirmation that all navigational equipment is in full working order or report any defects that may affect the safe navigation or maneuverability of the vessel (c) Confirmation of any tug requirements (d) Confirmation of vessel’s LOA and maximum draught (e) Supply details of any hazardous cargo on board f) Number of persons on board (2) All Vessels will report at Point Zulu to Dover VTS to advise their ETA and to obtain traffic information, confirmation of entry and berth allocation. (3) Inward-bound ferries upon arrival at Point Zulu shall make VHF contact with Dover VTS and supply the PEC number of the Master/OOW, the vessel will then be directed by Dover VTS to either close the port to a safe distance or be given permission to enter the port. (4) All Ferries shall provide their ETA to the entrance to the port at Point Echo. Dover VTS will then acknowledge and issue a priority slot time for the eastern entrance. If for any reason the arrival time will not be met, the inward-bound ferry must call Dover VTS with a revised ETA, a new time slot will be issued taking into account other allocated movements. (5) Vessels should maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Ch 74. (6) Once a vessel is berthed, they shall confirm whether the anchor is heaved home or remains unrecovered. A vessel whose anchor and cable remains exposed to fouling by other vessels shall monitor VTS transmissions to other vessels that are manoeuvring in the area. (7) Outward-bound commercial vessels shall report to Dover VTS on VHF Ch 74 1h before its intended departure and provide the following information: (a) ETD from the berth (b) Confirmation that all navigational equipment is in full working order or report any defects that may affect the safe navigation or manoeuvrability of the vessel (c) Confirmation of any tug requirements d) Supply details of any hazardous cargo on board (e) Number of persons on board (8) Outward-bound ferries shall give 15 mins and then 5 mins ETD or shifting to Dover VTS. (9) The following VHF channels are used for communication in the port and approaches: (a) VHF Ch 74 as the primary channel for VTS communication (b) VHF Ch 71 for ferries working tugs, VHF Ch 69 as the secondary channel (c) VHF Ch 69 for commercial vessels working tugs, VHF Ch 71 as the secondary channel REPORTING POINTS: Vessels should report at the following Reporting Points: (1) At Point Zulu 3·0 n miles from the entrance to the port. (2) At Point Echo when 35 mins from the entrance to the port that the vessel wishes to use. NOTE: Instruction from VTS carry the power of Harbour Master's Special Directions and must be complied with unless that direction endangers the safety of life or the vessel. ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ PORT CONTACT DETAILS: Port Authority Telephone: +44(0)1304 240400 (Switchboard, H24) E-mail: grp.dhms@portofdover.com Website: www.portofdover.com HOURS: H24 ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ TUGS CONTACT DETAILS: VHF Channel: Ch 69; 06 12 45 71 HOURS: H24 PROCEDURE: (1) Subject to weather conditions, vessels should provide 1h notice for 1 tug and 2h notice for 2 tugs. 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WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 12/24 (Former updates 28/23 & 50/23) Dover Harbour Board Notice 3/24, (RSDRA2024000033090), 12/24

..... Pilot (24 hrs): Ch: 74 Tel: +44 1304 240400 (Ext 4522) Fax: +44 1304 225144 Email: grp.dhms@doverport.co.uk Pilot Vessel (24 hrs): VHF: Ch 74, 06, 12, 45, 69, 71 Vessel Traffic Service: VHF: 74, 12, 16, 69, 71 (24 hrs) Callsign: "Dover Port Control" Tel: +44 1304 240400 (Ext 5530) Fax: +44 1304 201938 Email: grpportcontrol@doverport.co.uk Port Authority Tel: +44 1304 240400 (Switchboard answers 24 hrs a day) Fax: +44 1304 240465 Email: grp.dhms@doverport.co.uk Website: http://www.doverport.co.uk Tugs (24 hrs): VHF: Ch 69, 06, 08, 12, 45, 71 Vessels should maintain a Listening Watch on VHF Ch 74 until berthed and for harbour movement broadcasts.

EU Countries: ..... Documents 1. IMO FAL C94 Master's General Declaration 2. IMO FAL C95 Ship's Stores Declaration 3. International Tonnage Certificate A separate form will be needed to be completed for each location within the vessel that is used to store ship's stores. 3. IMO FAL C96 Crew Personal Effects Declaration 4. IMO FAL C97 Crew List 5. IMO FAL C98 (Passenger List) Usually 3 copies of each are required.

Notify ETA to Port Control 6 and 2 hours prior to arrival including following information: ..... 1. ETA at the pilot station 2. Confirmation that all navigational equipment is in full working order or otherwise, any defects must be notified. 3. Tug requirements 4. LOA and max draught 5. Details of any hazardous cargo onboard Vessels passing Dover Harbour and the area within 1nm to seaward of the breakwaters should contact Dover Port Control at a range of 3nm from the port on VHF Ch 74 to report their presence and should monitor VHF Ch 74 for harbour movement broadcasts. Vessels over 300GT are required to report to CALDOVREP when entering the Dover Strait from E or W - Also requested to report to MAREP when entering the English Channel from E or W. See Country section and NP286(1) for further details. Vessels arriving in a UK port carrying dangerous or polluting cargoes are required by EU regulations to report by Schedule 1 and Schedule 2 of the full details of all such cargoes - See Country section for further details.

..... Regulations concerning entry: 1. Traffic Signals: a. When the vessel is underway within 400 yards of the Eastern or Western Entrance to the harbour or is underway within the harbour, the Master of a vessel shall obey the traffic control signals set out as and when displayed from time to time at the Eastern or Western Entrance to the harbour or at the various positions within the harbour. b. No vessel may enter or leave the harbour or docks without permission. No person shall take or attempt to take any vessel into or out of the harbour or docks without the permission of, or in disobedience to the directions of the Harbour Master by the traffic control signals or succession appointed by the Harbour Master, having regard to other vessels about to enter or leave the harbour or docks. c. No vessels are to enter or manoeuvre within the restricted area enclosing Eastern Docks, without the specific permission of Dover Port Control. 2. Anchoring: a. The Master of a vessel shall not anchor the vessel in the approaches to the Eastern or Western Entrance to the harbour in such a position as to obstruct the free passage of any other vessel through either of these entrances. b. The Master of a vessel shall not anchor the vessel in the Fairway, outside a line formed by the S end of the Eastern Arm and the S end of the Prince of Wales Pier without the permission of the Harbour Master. c. The Master and the crew of a vessel in the Harbour shall moor, anchor, place, load, unload or move such vessel in accordance with the directions of the Harbour Master. When any such vessel has been moored, anchored or placed in any berth or place, no person shall move or attempt to move or cause the vessel to be moved from there without the permission, except in case of emergency, or contrary to the directions of the Harbour Master. 3. General Port Closure: Wind directions from SSW to WSW. a. The port shall close to all shipping movements when the sustained wind speed within the harbour exceeds 55kts from these directions, which is violent storm, force 11. Prior to such a general port closure all scheduled operators, agents and the Masters of vessels immediately affected shall be consulted and an assessment made in conjunction with them which shall take full account of the prevailing circumstances. b. Eastern Arm and South Jetty berth are particularly susceptible to the effects of strong winds from a SSW to WSW direction and the accompanying sea swell. Once the wind speed attains a sustained 45kts, damage to the fendering, the vessel and quayside is likely to occur. It is recommended that when a force 9, strong gale or more is forecast these berths should be vacated prior to the onset of winds of this strength. 4. Reduced Visibility: When visibility reduces to less than 500m movements within the harbour should not be undertaken unless the vessel is equipped with suitable radars capable of assisting with the manoeuvre and has sufficient trained officers to operate such equipment. 5. Masters and pilots are advised that during the times of the Western Entrance jet streams, that is a period approx 2 hours 40 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes before High Water, a passage, inwards or outwards, through this area should not be undertaken on vessels with an LOA in excess of 125m, unless there are particular compelling reasons to do so. Regulations concerning departure: 1. Any intended manoeuvre shall be agreed by the Master, pilot and Port Control having due regard to the vessel's capabilities, the prevailing weather conditions, the height of tide and other port traffic. 2. Departure for vessels berthed at the Eastern Docks is normally through the Eastern Entrance. 3. Departure for vessels berthed at the Western Docks is normally through the Western Entrance. Eastern Docks: 4. The standard departure from any of the berths within the Eastern Docks is for the vessel to manoeuvre off the berth into the Outer Harbour, then letting go any tugs before making headway to the Eastern Entrance and proceeding outwards. Western Docks: 5. Vessel berthed starboard side to the berth, it is possible to either turn off the berth or proceed astern through the Western Entrance. This manoeuvre will be dependent on the vessel type, tug availability, height of tide and prevailing weather.