Southampton (GBSOU)

Southampton is the principal cruise liner port for the UK. Facilities comprise two dock basins and extensive river quays providing a total berthage in excess of 12km. Accommodation exists for a wide variety of vessels including dry bulk, Ro-Ro, container, passenger, reefer and general cargo ships. Tanker facilities are available at the Fawley Esso Oil Terminal and at BP Oil Hamble. The Port Authority is due to introduce shore power (cold ironing) during this year for all visiting cruise vessels.

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

Southampton is located in the Solent on the English S coast.

LOA 400m, beam 61.5m, draught 15.5m, 320,917DWT

Approx 30,600,000t of cargo, 3,000,000TEU, 4,000 vessels and 1,400,000 passengers are handled annually.

A controlled anchorage is situated between a line drawn NE from Calshot Castle (50°49.2'N 001°18.4'W) to Hook Beacon (orange diamond topmark on white triangular base), 1.3nm NE, and from the vicinity of the NW end of Esso Marine Terminal (50°50.0'N 001°20.0'W) and the NE side of Southampton Water. Assistance Lights: Common Rear Light (yellow diamond, red border, on metal tower) (50°51.7'N 001°20.7'W); Inshore front light (yellow triangle point up, red boarder, on metal tower) (0.5nm SE of rear light); Offshore front light (yellow disc, red border, on metal tower) (0.5nm SE of rear light). The alignments (326°) and (327.5°) of the inshore and the offshore, respectively, sets of assistance leading lights, exhibited in shallow water SW of Netley Great Dome, assist mariners using the controlled anchorage, and berthing at Esso Marine Terminal. Regulations: No vessels may anchor in this anchorage without prior permission of the Harbour Master; permission may be obtained through the Duty Vessel Traffic Service Officer, Southampton VTS. Permission must be obtained prior to entering the Western Approach Channel or N Channel. Vessels of more than 91.4m in length must anchor in Berths No 1, 2, 3. Smaller vessels may, with prior permission, anchor in an area N of Hook Lightbuoy (starboard hand) (50°49.5'N 001°18.2'W). Vessels must be anchored so as to be clear of vessels leaving or berthing at adjacent jetties, and also clear of the main channel. No vessel in the anchorage shall be voluntarily immobilised without permission from the Harbour Master, who shall be informed immediately should a vessel be unable to move. Vessels awaiting a berth should anchor in Cowes Roads.

The main approach to Southampton Water lies through the Western Approach Channel, which can be entered either from the W or the E part of the Solent, the latter being the main channel for deep draught vessels. It can also be approached through N Channel, a subsidiary channel for light draught vessels. Channels through Southampton Water to The Docks are dredged to depth of 12.6m. Western Approach Channel: The channel leads into Thorn Channel and Calshot Reach and is bounded on its W side by Calshot Spit and on its E side by Bramble Bank, which lies at the SW end of the coastal bank which fronts the coast on the N side of the approaches to Southampton Water; Thorn Knoll, a spur, extends from the NW side of Bramble Bank. The entrance to the channel is marked by NE Gurnard Lightbuoy (port hand) and the W Bramble Lightbuoy (W cardinal), moored 0.7nm and 1.3nm, respectively, E of Stansore Point (50°47.1'N 001°20.5'W) and is marked on either side by lightbuoys.

BA 2036, 2038, 2041 and 8002. Admiralty Pilot NP27, NP286(1).

Solent Coastguard VHF Ch 16 and 67, Tel: +44 23 9255 2100.

1015-1025.

The Master of a vessel which is berthed or moored in the Port of Southampton shall ensure that their vessel is securely made fast and that the moorings are adjusted as necessary to allow for the rise and fall of the tide and for the loading and unloading of cargo. Masters of high-sided vessels berthed in Southampton are reminded of their responsibility to ensure that the vessel remains securely alongside when strong offshore winds are forecast and/or experienced. Measures to be considered include the adjustment of moorings as necessary, the correct use of tension winches, the use of additional moorings and tug(s) to “push up”.

Area: The Port of Southampton Compulsory Pilotage Area covers the Port of Southampton, Southampton Water and The Solent and has a boundary joining the following positions: ..... 1) Western Limit: a) Stansore Point (50°47.2'N 001°20.50.0'W) b) Egypt Point, Isle of Wight (50°46.00'N 001°18.70'W) 2) Southern Limit, Isle of Wight: a) Egypt Point b) Old Castle Point (50°45.90'N 100°16.60'W) 3) Eastern Outer Limit: a) Culiver Cliff, Isle of Wight (50°40.00'N 100°05.60'W) b) Nab Tower Lt (50°40.00'N 000°57.10'W) c) 1.1nm S of Selsey Bill (50°43.30'N 000°47.20'W) d) 0.1nm S of Selsey Bill e) Chichester Bar Lt Bn (50°45.90'N 000°56.40'W) f) Horse Sand Fort Lt (50°45.00'N 001°04.35'W) g) Outer Spit Lt buoy (50°45.58'N 001°05.50'W) h) Gilkicker Point Lt (50°46.43'N 001°08.46'W) 4) Eastern Inner Limit: a) Gilkicker Point Lt b) Western end of Ryde Pier, Isle of Wight (50°46.43'N 001°09.70'W). Procedure: ..... 1) Pilotage is compulsory for the following vessels: a) All vessels over LOA 61, including fishing vessels. b) All vessels of LOA 20m or more carrying more than 12 passengers. 2) Pilotage is exempt for the following vessels (by the Port of Southampton Competent Harbour Authorities): a) MOD owned or operated vessels and HM vessels. b) Naval vessels of foreign and Commonwealth Countries. c) Vessels exempt by law. 3) Notice of ETA: Inbound vessels requiring the services of a pilot should send ETA at least 12 hours in advance to Southampton Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) stating the following: a) Maximum draught b) Point of destination within the pilotage area and the required Pilot boarding position. 4) Vessels should send a further ETA, direct to Southampton Pilots on VHF Channel 09 no later than 3 hours before arrival at the pilot boarding position. VHF contact should be maintained if it is necessary to vary the ETA. 5) Southampton Pilots will confirm Pilot boarding arrangements when contact is made with Southampton Pilots on VHF Channel 09, 3 hours in advance of ETA. 6) Vessels requiring a Pilot for Portsmouth, Cowes Harbour or the River Medina only, should contact the appropriate Competent Harbour Authority (CHA) as set out in their respective Pilotage Directions. 7) Eastern Approach: Pilot boards in the following positions: a) Deep draught VLCC's: 50°36.06'N 000°57.50'W (4nm S of Nab Tower Lt). b) All other vessels LOA 150m and over: either; i) Nab West Pilot Boarding Area: An area between 0.5nm and 1.5nm from the Nab Tower, in sector bounded by bearings 270° and 195° from the Nab Tower. Or; ii) Nab East Pilot Boarding Area: An area between 1nm and 2nm from the Nab Tower, in a sector bounded by bearings of 090° and 145° from the Nab Tower. c) Vessels less than LOA 150m when carrying dangerous or polluting goods in bulk: In the S. Helen's Pilot Boarding Area bounded by the following positions: i) 50°43.77'N 001°02.24'W ii) 50°43.36'N 001°03.10'W iii) 50°42.82'N 001°01.22'W iv) 50°43.23'N 001°00.37'W d) Vessels between LOA 61m and 150m (LOA 20m if carrying more than 12 passengers) other than those described in section (c): 50°45.83'N 001° 09.09'W (Strurbridge Pilot Boarding Position). e) In the event of visibility falling below 1nm, or traffic congestion occurring in the vicinity of N Sturbridge Lt buoy then the Pilot boarding position for vessels referred to in section (d) will be temporarily relocated to the S. Helen's Pilot Boarding Area described in (c). f) Vessels constrained by their draught intending to use the Nab Channel should obtain clearance to enter from Southampton VTS prior to entry both inward and outward-bound. 8) Western Approach: Pilot Boarding: All vessels subject to compulsory pilotage: 50°45.43'N 001°21.64'W (Lepe Pilot Boarding Position). 9) Outbound Vessels or vessels moving within the Southampton Pilotage Area requiring the services of a Pilot should give Southampton VTS at least 3 hours notice of their ETD. Notes: ..... 1. Vessels having carried dangerous or polluting goods, which are neither gas free or inerted will be subject to the same conditions as specified in section 7 (c). 2. A facility is available by prior arrangement to engage a Pilot on a voluntary/optional basis for vessels less than LOA 150m, to/from the eastern inner limit, to embark/disembark a Pilot at the Nab Tower. 3. Vessels under tow: For the purposes of pilotage, the overall length of the tug and tow shall be the distance from the forward end of the towing vessel to the stern of the last vessel.

The seaward limit of the port is bounded by a line joining Stansore Point (50° 47.0'N 001°20.0'W) and Egypt Point, 1.5nm SE, then along the N limit of Cowes Harbour and then by a line joining Old Castle Point (50°46.0'N 001°16.0'W) and a position on the mainland 0.05nm SE of Hillhead Beacon. The N limits lie at Woodmill (50°46'N 001°22.0'W) on River Itchen and at Redbridge (50°55.0'N 001°28.0'W) on the River Test, but excluding the River Hamble.

Max draughts at the various locations are Fawley 14.9m, Hamble 13.1m and at the Container Terminal 15.0m. All vessels navigating within the Port of Southampton shall ensure that all large vessels LOA 220 and above shall be given a "clear channel" between the Hook Buoy and the Prince Consort Buoy. The term "clear channel" is defined as; "A clear channel vessel is one which requires a clear and unimpeded passage ahead when transiting the Precautionary Area. A vessel of any size experiencing manoeuvrability problems may request a "clear channel".

The port has double HWs, the second occurring about 2 hours after the first, without any appreciable fall between the two, so that HW lasts nearly 2 hours. Tidal range for Springs is 4.0m amd 1.9m for Neaps.

Description: The service covers The Solent and Southampton Water, including the ports of Southampton and Portsmouth, and involves the monitoring and coordination of shipping movements. ..... 1) Southampton Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) coordinates the movement of all vessels with an LOA 20m or over in The Solent and Southampton Water excluding the Port of Portsmouth N of a line joining Gilkicker Pt and Horse Sand Fort Lt. 2) Queens Harbour Master (QHM), Portsmouth coordinates all shipping movements N of a line joining Gilkicker Pt and Horse Sand Fort Lt. Procedure: ..... 1) All vessels carrying dangerous or polluting goods such as classified in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code in chapter 19 of the International Gas Carriers Code (IGC Code), in chapter 17 of the International Bulk Carriers Code (IBC Code) and MARPOL (Annexes I, II and III) should comply with the Merchant Shipping Traffic Monitoring and Reporting Requirements Regulations 2004. 2) The following procedures are mandatory for all vessels over LOA 20m: 3) Inward-bound vessels should establish contact with Southampton VTS on VHF Channel 12 when approaching the Nab or the Needles. The report should include the following: a) Vessels name, callsign and nationality b) Maximum draught, LOA, and beam c) Destination and last port of call d) ETA's at various locations as requested e) Deficiencies of vessel, navigation equipment, machinery and cargo f) Number of persons onboard g) Tankers only: Any changes to information previously given and confirmation that the Tanker Check List has been completed h) Unseaworthy, damaged vessels, or from which oil or dangerous substances are escaping or liable to escape, should obtain permission before entering the Ports of Southampton or Portsmouth. 4) Vessels requiring to anchor in the small ship anchorage are to seek permission from Southampton VTS (VHF Channel 12) before entering the Western Approach Channel (Thorn Channel) or North channel (also applies to outward-bound vessels). 5) Vessels within the Southampton VTS area should maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Channel 12 (VHF Channel 11 should be used by all vessels underway in Portsmouth, N of Outer Spit buoy. QHM may instruct vessels to use VHF Channel 13 instead of VHF Channel 11; vessels wanting to use VHF Channel 13 should first obtain permission from QHM on VHF Channel 11). In addition, vessels should report the following: a) When passing the designated Reporting Points. b) 30 minutes before getting underway from an anchorage in The Solent to Southampton VTS (making an inward or outward report, as appropriate); vessels bound for Portsmouth should also report to QHM Portsmouth stating ETA at Outer Spit Lt buoy. c) On berthing. d) When anchored prior to berthing or seeking shelter. e) When a Pilot has boarded. 6) Vessels outbound or shifting berth report to Southampton VTS on VHF Channel 12 as follows: a) From the Port of Southampton: at least 30 minutes before leaving berth stating the following: i) Vessels name and callsign ii) Confirmation of sailing time iii) Maximum draught, LOA and beam iv) Other important information v) Tug working frequency, if appropriate vi) ETAs at various locations as requested vii) Next port of call b) From the Port of Portsmouth: On passing Southsea War Memorial. c) From Langstone Harbour: On passing the Langstone Fairway Pile. 7) In addition, vessels in Portsmouth Harbour should request permission from QHM Portsmouth before leaving the berth. Reporting Points: ..... 1) Vessels should report to Southampton VTS on VHF Channel 12 when passing the reporting Points stated below: 2) Vessels bound for Portsmouth should report to QHM Portsmouth on VHF Channel 11 or 13 as appropriate, when passing the additional Reporting Points below. 3) After reporting, such vessels should resume a listening watch on VHF Channel 12. Inbound Vessels: ..... Reporting Point Southampton VTS (VHF Ch 12) QHM Portsmouth (VHF Ch 11 or 13) Solent East Approach: On an arc 10nm from the Nab tower Lt (50°40.08'N 000°51.15'W) X 50°36.09'N 000°58.10'W (vessels constrained by draught) X 50°38.40'N 000°57.29'W (vessels constrained by draught) X Nab Tower (or when Pilot boarded) specify distance E or W of tower X Nab Tower (or when Pilot boarded, include ETA at Outer Spit Lt buoy) X Warner Lt buoy X Gas tankers; before navigating between Warner and N Sturbridge Lt buoys X Approaching No Man's Land Fort X Saddle Lt buoy X Before entering the Swashway Channels X S. Ryde Middle Lt buoy X Solent West Approach: Needles Channel Fairway Lt buoy X Yarmouth, Isle of Wight X Between West and East Lepe Lt buoys X Prince Consort Lt buoy, Cowes Roads (include ETA at Outer Spit Lt buoy) X N Sturbridge Lt buoy X Before entering the Swashway Channels X Saddle Lt buoy X Southampton Waters: Calshot Castle/Hook Lt buoy X Outbound Vessels: ..... Reporting Point Southampton VTS (VHF Ch 12) QHM Portsmouth (VHF Ch 11 or 13) Southampton Water: Pier Head, Southampton X Crosshouse Bn, R. Itchen X Hythe Pier X Calshot Castle/Hook Lt buoy X Gas tankers; before navigating between Warner and N Sturbridge Lt buoys X Portsmouth: Southsea War Memorial X Saddle Lt buoy X The Solent (Eastward): No Man's Land Fort X 50°42.73'N 000°58.74'W (vessels contrained by draught) X Nab Tower, specify distance E or W of tower X The Solent (Westward): Yarmouth, Isle of Wight X

Comprehensive towage services available.

Prevailing winds: SW'ly.

SOUTHAMPTON 50°52.82'N 1°23.57'W UNCTAD LOCODE: GB SOU For details see: GENERAL DIAGRAM SOUTHAMPTON AND COWES PILOTS GENERAL DIAGRAM THE SOLENT, SOUTHAMPTON AND PORTSMOUTH VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICES GENERAL DIAGRAM - THE SOLENT - SOUTHAMPTON VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE LIMITS & SOLENT AND SOUTHAMTON WATER MARINE EMERGENCY PLAN (SOLFIRE) ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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In addition, vessels should report: (a) When passing the designated Reporting Points; (b) 30 mins before getting underway from an anchorage in The Solent to Southampton VTS (making an inward or outward report, as appropriate); vessels bound for Portsmouth should also report to KHM Portsmouth stating ETA Outer Spit Lt buoy; (c) On berthing; (d) When anchored prior to berthing or seeking shelter; (e) When a Pilot has boarded; (f) Immediately before getting underway from an anchorage or berth; (g) In cases where a vessel will not be ready to commence a movement within the VTS Area at the agreed slot time the Master, ship owner, agent or berth operator must inform Southampton VTS immediately.", "Vessels outward-bound or shifting berth should report to Southampton VTS on VHF Ch 12 as follows: (a) From Port of Southampton: at least 30 mins before leaving berth stating: vessel's name and call sign; confirmation of sailing time; maximum saltwater draught, LOA and beam; any deficiencies or restrictions; tug working frequency, if appropriate; ETAs at various locations as requested; next port of call; (b) Prior to departing a berth or heaving anchor, to request formal traffic clearance from the VTS. VTS Officers will issue clear instructions regarding movement timing and sequencing to ensure safe integration with other commercial traffic; (c) Once underway; (d) From Port of Portsmouth: On passing Southsea War Memorial; (e) From Langstone Harbour: On passing the Langstone Fairway Pile.", "In addition, vessels in Portsmouth Harbour should request permission from KHM Portsmouth before leaving berth.", "If in restricted visibility, a broadcast is required to be made, the VTS broadcast shall be made on Ch 14 preceded by a 'Securite' announcement on VHF Channels 16 & 12 to warn mariners in the VTS area of the presence or likely presence of restricted visibility.", "Before any bunkering operation commences, the bunker barge Master is to liaise with 'Southampton VTS' on VHF Channel 12. Bunkering is not to take place in the hours of darkness without written permission from the Harbour Master." ] }, "reporting_lines_and_points": [ { "designator": "Solent East Approach", "description": null, "coordinates": [ { "sequence_id": 1, "latitude": "50°40·08N", "longitude": "0°57·15W" }, { "sequence_id": 2, "latitude": "50°36·37N", "longitude": "0°58·14W" }, { "sequence_id": 3, "latitude": "50°38·10N", "longitude": "0°57·29W" }, { "sequence_id": 4, "latitude": "50°40·00N", "longitude": "0°57·15W" } ] }, { "designator": "Solent West Approach", "description": null, "coordinates": [ { "sequence_id": 1, "latitude": "50°46·02N", "longitude": "0°56·37W" }, { "sequence_id": 2, "latitude": "50°45·00N", "longitude": "1°04·35W" }, { "sequence_id": 3, "latitude": "50°45·44N", "longitude": "1°05·46W" }, { "sequence_id": 4, "latitude": "50°46·43N", "longitude": "1°08·46W" } ] }, { "designator": "Southampton Water", "description": null, "coordinates": [ { "sequence_id": 1, "latitude": "50°36·37N", "longitude": "0°58·14W" }, { "sequence_id": 2, "latitude": "50°38·10N", "longitude": "0°57·29W" }, { "sequence_id": 3, "latitude": "50°40·08N", "longitude": "0°57·15W" }, { "sequence_id": 4, "latitude": "50°45·43N", "longitude": "1°21·65W" } ] }, { "designator": "Portsmouth", "description": null, "coordinates": [ { "sequence_id": 1, "latitude": "50°47·23N", "longitude": "1°20·46W" }, { "sequence_id": 2, "latitude": "50°46·03N", "longitude": "1°18·84W" }, { "sequence_id": 3, "latitude": "50°45·90N", "longitude": "1°16·60W" }, { "sequence_id": 4, "latitude": "50°45·43N", "longitude": "1°21·65W" } ] } ], "reporting_requirements": [ { "report_name": "Entry Report", "when_or_where_to_report": "24h prior or on passing designated reporting points", "how_to_report": "VHF Ch 12, ABPnotify portal", "what_to_report": [ "Vessel's name, call sign and nationality", "Maximum saltwater draught forward and aft", "LOA and beam", "Destination and last port of call", "ETAs at various locations as requested", "Deficiencies or restrictions of the vessel, navigation equipment, machinery and cargo", "Pilot ladders comply with SOLAS Chapter V, Regulation 23", "Number of persons on board", "Any changes to information previously given", "Unseaworthy, damaged vessels, or from which oil or dangerous substances are escaping" ] }, { "report_name": "Exit Report", "when_or_where_to_report": "3h before arrival at Pilot boarding position or prior to departure", "how_to_report": "VHF Ch 12, ABPnotify portal", "what_to_report": [ "Vessel's name and call sign", "Confirmation of sailing time", "Maximum saltwater draught, LOA and beam", "Any deficiencies or restrictions", "Tug working frequency, if appropriate", "ETAs at various locations as requested", "Next port of call" ] } ] } ] }, "widget_3_tugs": { "contact_details": [ { "provider_name": "Southampton VTS Tugs", "vhf_channels": [ "10", "19" ], "telephones": [ "+44(0)23 80608208" ], "emails": [ "southamptonvts@abports.co.uk" ] } ], "availability_hours": "H24", "notes": [ "Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCC) that are 60,000 dwt and over and which are loaded or part-loaded and bound to or from the Fawley Marine Terminal or Hamble Oil Terminal are required to be accompanied during their passage by an escort tug.", "Certain Ultra Large Container Vessels (ULCV) are considered at risk of not being able to generate, unassisted, a sufficient rate of turn to complete the turns at the West Bramble Buoy and/or Calshot Lt F with an adequate margin of safety. An escort tug is, therefore, required to be made fast at the aft of the vessel to provide an indirect tow to assist the turn.", "Where escort towage is required, vessels must give Southampton VTS as much notice as possible but no less than 3h notice before arrival or departure.", "For full details of tug requirements, please see Southampton PORT USERS INFORMATION & NAVIGATION GUIDELINES (PUNG) on www.southamptonvts.co.uk/Port_Information/Navigation/Navigation_Guidelines/." ] }, "widget_4_port_and_notes": { "port_and_terminal_contacts": [ { "station_call_name": "Southampton Patrol (SP)", "vhf_primary_watch": "16", "vhf_secondary_working": "12", "telephones": [ "+44(0)23 80608320" ], "emails": [ "berthingofficers@abports.co.uk" ], "websites": [ "www.abports.co.uk" ], "operating_hours": null }, { "station_call_name": "Port Office (ABP)", "vhf_primary_watch": null, "vhf_secondary_working": null, "telephones": [ "+44(0)23 80488800" ], "emails": [ "southampton@abports.co.uk" ], "websites": [ "www.abports.co.uk" ], "operating_hours": "Mon-Fri 0900-1700 LT" }, { "station_call_name": "Container Terminal (DP World)", "vhf_primary_watch": "87", "vhf_secondary_working": null, "telephones": [ "+44(0)23 80701701" ], "emails": [ "info@dpworldsouthampton.com" ], "websites": [ "www.dpworldsouthampton.com" ], "operating_hours": null }, { "station_call_name": "Esso Fawley Terminal", "vhf_primary_watch": "19", "vhf_secondary_working": null, "telephones": [], "emails": [], "websites": [], "operating_hours": null }, { "station_call_name": "BP Hamble Terminal", "vhf_primary_watch": "12", "vhf_secondary_working": "71;74", "telephones": [], "emails": [], "websites": [], "operating_hours": null }, { "station_call_name": "ABP Solent Gateway Ltd (SGL)", "vhf_primary_watch": "73", "vhf_secondary_working": null, "telephones": [], "emails": [], "websites": [], "operating_hours": null } ], "standalone_general_notes": [ "Southampton Patrol (SP) launch maintains a continuous patrol in Southampton port waters.", "For the container terminal, vessels should call DP World on Ch 87 when passing the Hook buoy to confirm on-berth time and tug working channel with the shift manager.", "Outward-bound vessels are to call DP World on Ch 87 to advise Pilot’s arrival on-board and to seek confirmation that cranes are clear and the vessel is safe to depart.", "Vessels alongside the Container Terminal must maintain a listening watch on Ch 87 for ease of contact with the DPW shift manager in case of an emergency.", "State of readiness alongside: Any work which will render the vessel immobile must not be commenced without the approval of the Hr Mr and the terminal/berth operator. Vessels wishing to immobilise should inform the Assistant Harbour Master before they do so.", "Masters of vessels moored or anchored in the Port of Southampton who wish to undertake any outboard operation or who want to slew cranes, davits or any other similar projections outboard, must first obtain permission from Southampton VTS on VHF Ch 12. A listening watch shall be maintained on VHF Ch 12 for the duration of the operation.", "Note: The Southampton Patrol (SP) launch maintains a continuous patrol in Southampton port waters." ] }, "formatted_text_original": "PILOTS AREA: The Port of Southampton Compulsory Pilotage Area covers the Port of Southampton, Southampton Water, Eastern and Central Solent, Rivers Itchen and Test, and has a boundary joining the following positions: (1) Western limit: (a) Stansore Point (50°47·23N 1°20·46W) (b) Egypt Point, Isle of Wight (50°46·03N 1°18·84W) (2) Southern limit, Isle of Wight: (a) Egypt Point (b) Old Castle Point (50°45·90N 1°16·60W) (3) Eastern outer limit: (a) Culver Cliff, Isle of Wight (50°40·00N 1°05·78W) (b) Nab Tower Lt (50°40·08N 0°57·15W) (c) 1·1 n miles S of Selsey Bill (50°43·30N 0°47·20W) (d) 0·1 n miles S of Selsey Bill (e) Chichester Bar Lt Bn (50°46·02N 0°56·37W) (f) Horse Sand Fort Lt (50°45·00N 1°04·35W) (g) Outer Spit Lt buoy (50°45·44N 1°05·46W) (h) Gilkicker Point (50°46·43N 1°08·46W) (4) Eastern inner limit: (a) Gilkicker Point (b) Western end of Ryde Pier, Isle of Wight (50°44·30N 1°09·70W) CONTACT DETAILS: Call: Southampton Pilots VHF Channel: Ch 09 Telephone: +44(0)23 80608208 E-mail: southamptonvts@abports.co.uk Website: www.southamptonvts.co.uk HOURS:H24 PROCEDURE: (1 Pilotage is compulsory for the following categories of vessel: (a) All vessels over 61m LOA, including fishing vessels. (b) All vessels of 20m or more LOA carrying more than 12 passengers. (2) Pilotage is exempt only for vessels exempted by law (by the Port of Southampton Competent Harbour Authorities (CHA)). (3) Notice of ETA: Inward-bound vessels requiring the services of a Pilot are recommended to submit via ABPnotify 96 hours prior to arrival to the Port Limits. Vessels must send ETA at least 24h in advance to Southampton Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) via the ABPnotify portal, with confirmation 12h and 6h in advance (see Vessel Traffic Service, ONLINE BOOKING SYSTEM section for further details). They should state their maximum fore and aft draught, point of destination within the pilotage area and the required Pilot boarding position. Following pre-arrival notification https://southamptonvts.co.uk/Vessel_Traffic_Services/Port_Planning/ (4) Vessels should send a further ETA, direct to Southampton Pilots on VHF Ch 09 not later than 3h before arrival at the Pilot boarding position. VHF contact should be maintained if it is necessary to vary the ETA. (5) Southampton Pilots will confirm Pilot boarding arrangements when contact is made with Southampton Pilots on VHF Ch 09, 3h in advance of ETA. (6) Vessels requiring a Pilot for Portsmouth, Cowes Harbour or the River Medina only, should contact the appropriate Competent Harbour Authority (CHA) as set out in their respective Pilotage Directions. (7 Eastern Approach: Pilot boards in the following positions: (a) Pilot boarding position A: Deep-draught vessels and VLCC's: 50°36·07N 0° 57·54W (4 n miles S of Nab Tower Lt) (b All other vessels 150m LOA and over: either: (i) Pilot boarding position B: 50°39·39N 0°55·11W Nab East Pilot Boarding Area: An area between 1 n mile and 2 n miles from the Nab Tower, in a sector bounded by bearings of 090° and 145° from the Nab Tower, or (ii) Pilot boarding position C: 50°39·49N 0°58·42W Nab West Pilot Boarding Area: An area between 0·5 n miles and 1·5 n miles from the Nab Tower, in a sector bounded by bearings of 270°and 195° from the Nab Tower (c) Pilot boarding position D: 50°41·80N 0°57·90W (as advised by Southampton VTS) (d) Pilot boarding position E: 50°43·37N 1°01·77W (as advised by Southampton VTS). Vessels less than 150m LOA when carrying dangerous or polluting goods in bulk (See NOTES (1)): In the S. Helen’s Pilot Boarding Area bounded by the following positions: (i) 50°43·80N 1°02·33W (ii) 50°43·39N 1°03·18W (iii) 50°42·85N 1°01·31W (iv) 50°43·26N 1°00·45W (e) Pilot boarding position F: 50°45·83N 1°09·09W (Sturbridge Pilot Boarding Position). Vessels between 61m and 150m LOA (20m LOA if carrying more than 12 passengers) other than those described in section (d) (f) In the event of visibility falling below 1 n mile, or traffic congestion occurring in the vicinity of N Sturbridge Lt buoy then the Pilot boarding position for vessels referred to in (e) will be temporarily relocated to the S. Helen’s Pilot Boarding Area described in (d) (g) Vessels intending to use the Nab Deep Water Channel should obtain clearance to enter from Southampton VTS prior to entry both inward and outward-bound (8) Western Approach: Pilot boarding position G: All vessels subject to compulsory pilotage: 50°45·43N 1°21·65W (Lepe Pilot Boarding Position). (Pilot disembarks in position 50°46·57N 1°19·91W). (9) Outward-bound vessels or vessels moving within the Southampton Pilotage Area requiring the services of a Pilot should give Southampton VTS at least 3h notice of their ETD and submit the pre-departure procedure https://southamptonvts.co.uk/Vessel_Traffic_Services/Port_Planning/ NOTES: (1) Vessels having carried dangerous or polluting goods, which are neither gas-free or inerted will be subject to the same conditions as specified in (7) (d). (2) A facility is available by prior arrangement to engage a Pilot on a voluntary/optional basis for vessels less than 150m LOA, to embark/disembark a Pilot at the Nab Tower. (3) Vessels under tow: For the purposes of pilotage, the overall length of the tug and tow shall be the distance from the forward end of the towing vessel to the stern of the last vessel towed. ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE SERVICES: Southampton VTS will operate services as defined by IMO resolution A.1158 (32) and MGN 401. DESCRIPTION: The service covers The Solent and Southampton Water, includes the Ports of Southampton and Portsmouth, and involves the monitoring and coordination of shipping movements. (1) Southampton Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) coordinates the movement of all vessels of 20m LOA or over in The Solent and Southampton Water excluding Port of Portsmouth N of a line joining Gilkicker Pt and Horse Sand Fort Lt. (2) King's Harbour Master (KHM), Portsmouth coordinates all shipping movements N of a line joining Gilkicker Pt and Horse Sand Fort Lt. ONLINE BOOKING SYSTEM: ABPnotify (www.abpnotify.co.uk) is an internet-based portal which allows the required information on vessel movements to be submitted electronically directly to the VTS data centre for review. The information is used by ABP for traffic management, berth allocation and regulatory purposes. Bookings will only be accepted if entered via ABP Notify. The notification is typically completed by a vessel's agent but may also be submitted by a Master, vessel owner or berth operator. A login is required and may be obtained, along with instructions for use from the VTS data centre. CONTACT DETAILS: Southampton Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) Call: Southampton VTS VHF Channel: Ch 09 12 Telephone: +44(0)23 80608208 (H24) E-mail: southamptonvts@abports.co.uk hmsouthampton@abports.co.uk (Hr Mr's Department) port.planning@abports.co.uk (Port and Vessel Planning) Sotondg@abports.co.uk (Dangerous Goods Enquiries) Website: www.southamptonvts.co.uk https://southamptonvts.co.uk/Vessel_Traffic_Services/Vessel_Booking_Process/ (Vessel Booking Process) King's Harbour Master (KHM), Portsmouth Call: Portsmouth VTS VHF Channel: Ch 11 13 71 74 Telephone: +44(0)23 92723694 (KHM Supervisor) E-mail: portsmouth@khm.mod.uk Website: www.royalnavy.mod.uk/khm/portsmouth Solent Coastguard Call: Solent Coastguard VHF Channel: Ch 16; 67 Telephone: +44(0)23 92552100 PROCEDURE: (1) All vessels carrying dangerous or polluting goods as classified in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code in Chapter 19 of the International Gas Carriers Code (IGC Code) and MARPOL (Annexes I, II and III) should comply with the Merchant Shipping (Traffic Monitoring and Reporting Requirements) Regulations 2004. (See GENERAL NOTES). (2) The following procedures are mandatory for all vessels 20m LOA and over: (3) Vessels are required to notify Southampton VTS prior to, during and on completion of any movement within the VTS area. All movements must be approved by Southampton VTS prior to execution. The primary means of making such a notification is via the ABPnotify online portal. A login is required for ABPnotify and may be obtained, along with instructions for use, from the VTS Data Centre. (4) Inward-bound vessels should establish contact with Southampton VTS on VHF Ch 12 when approaching the Nab or the Needles. Report should include: (a) Vessel's name, call sign and nationality (b) Maximum saltwater draught forward and aft, LOA and beam (c) Destination and last port of call (d) ETAs at various locations as requested (e) Deficiencies or restrictions of the vessel, navigation equipment, machinery and cargo (f) Pilot ladders comply with SOLAS Chapter V, Regulation 23 (g) Number of persons on board (h) Any changes to information previously given (i) Unseaworthy, damaged vessels, or from which oil or dangerous substances are escaping or liable to escape, should obtain permission before entering the Ports of Southampton or Portsmouth (j) Vessels over 220m LOA shall inform Southampton VTS of their planned turning point at the West Bramble turn and, on request, at the Calshot turn. The vessel should establish communication with the Assistant Hr Mr on a dedicated radio frequency before passing the Prince Consort buoy (5) Vessels Proceeding to/from anchor must report to Southampton VTS on VHF Ch 12 as follows: (a) Prior to letting go their anchor and when all brought up (b) 30 mins before getting underway advising of their intended destination and route (6) Vessels requiring to anchor in the small ship anchorage are to seek permission from Southampton VTS (VHF Ch 12) before entering the Western Approach Channel (Thorn Channel) or North Channel (also applies to outward-bound vessels). (7) Vessels within the Southampton VTS Area should maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Ch 12 (VHF Ch 11 should be used by all vessels underway in Portsmouth, N of Outer Spit buoy. KHM may instruct vessels to use VHF Ch 13 instead of VHF Ch 11; vessels requiring to use VHF Ch 13 should first obtain permission from KHM on VHF Ch 11). In addition, vessels should report: (a) When passing the designated Reporting Points (b) 30 mins before getting underway from an anchorage in The Solent to Southampton VTS (making an inward or outward report, as appropriate); vessels bound for Portsmouth should also report to KHM Portsmouth stating ETA Outer Spit Lt buoy (c) On berthing (d) When anchored prior to berthing or seeking shelter (e) When a Pilot has boarded (f) Immediately before getting underway from an anchorage or berth (g) In cases where a vessel will not be ready to commence a movement within the VTS Area at the agreed slot time the Master, ship owner, agent or berth operator must inform Southampton VTS immediately (8) Vessels outward-bound or shifting berth should report to Southampton VTS on VHF Ch 12 as follows: (a) From Port of Southampton: at least 30 mins before leaving berth stating: (i) Vessel's name and call sign (ii) Confirmation of sailing time (iii) Maximum saltwater draught, LOA and beam (iv) Any deficiencies or restrictions of the vessel, navigation equipment, machinery and cargo (v) Tug working frequency, if appropriate (vi) ETAs at various locations as requested (vii) Next port of call (b) Prior to departing a berth or heaving anchor, to request formal traffic clearance from the VTS. VTS Officers will issue clear instructions regarding movement timing and sequencing to ensure safe integration with other commercial traffic (c) Once underway (d) From Port of Portsmouth: On passing Southsea War Memorial (e) From Langstone Harbour: On passing the Langstone Fairway Pile (9) In addition, vessels in Portsmouth Harbour should request permission from KHM Portsmouth before leaving berth. (10) If in restricted visibility, a broadcast is required to be made, the VTS broadcast shall be made on Ch 14 preceded by a 'Securite' announcement on VHF Channels 16 & 12 to warn mariners in the VTS area of the presence or likely presence of restricted visibility. (11) Before any bunkering operation commences, the bunker barge Master is to liaise with "Southampton VTS" on VHF Channel 12. Bunkering is not to take place in the hours of darkness without written permission from the Harbour Master. LNG VESSELS BUNKERING: (1) LNG Vessels must notify Southampton VTS via VHF Ch 12 on completion of Bunkering Operations. (2) During LNG operations an exclusion zone is in place. Tugs and Enforcement Vessels may be permitted to enter with approval from Southampton VTS. REPORTING POINTS: (1) Vessels should report to Southampton VTS on VHF Ch 12 when passing the Reporting Points stated below and when the vessel is all fast at the berth/anchor has been brought up. (2) Vessels bound for Portsmouth should report to KHM Portsmouth on VHF Ch 11, when passing the additional Reporting Points below. (3) Vessels bound to Portsmouth should confirm ETA at Outer Spit Buoy one hour in advance. (4) After reporting, such vessels should resume listening watch on VHF Chs 11 and 12 until entering the Portsmouth main channel. (5) Inward-bound vessels: Reporting Point Southampton VTS (VHF Ch 12) KHM Portsmouth (VHF Ch 11) Solent East Approach On an arc 10 n miles from the Nab Tower Lt (50°40·08N 0°57·15W)  50°36·37N 0°58·14W (Vessels constrained by draught)  50°38·10N 0°57·29W (Vessels constrained by draught)  Nab Tower (or when Pilot boarded) specify distance E or W of tower  When passing latitude 50 40.0N giving position as a distance east or west of Nab Tower  Gas tankers; before navigating between Warner and N Sturbridge Lt buoys  When between Horse Sand Fort and No Man’s Land Fort requesting permission to enter the main channel  Passing between No Man's Land Fort and Horse Sand Fort  Before entering the Swashway Channels  S. Ryde Middle Lt buoy  Solent West Approach Needles Channel Fairway Lt buoy  Yarmouth, Isle of Wight  Between West and East Lepe Lt Buoys  Prince Consort Lt buoy, Cowes Roads  When entering the Swashway Channel requesting permission to enter the Bar Channel  Abeam the Mary Rose Lt Buoy requesting permission to enter the main channel  Southampton Water Calshot Castle/Hook Lt buoy  (6) Outward-bound vessels: Reporting Point Southampton VTS (VHF Ch 12) KHM Portsmouth (VHF Ch 11) Southampton Water Pier Head, Southampton  Crosshouse Bn, R. Itchen  Hythe Pier  Calshot Castle/Hook Lt buoy  Gas tankers; before navigating between Warner and N Sturbridge Lt buoys  Portsmouth Southsea War Memorial  Solent (Eastward) Passing between No Man's Land Fort and Horse Sand Fort  50°42·72N 0°58·73W (Vessels constrained by draught)  Nab Tower, specify distance E or W of tower  The Solent (Westward) Yarmouth, Isle of Wight  Needles fairway buoy  RADAR SERVICE AREA: Radar coverage is available throughout the area monitored by Southampton VTS (see diagram THE SOLENT, SOUTHAMPTON AND PORTSMOUTH VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICES). RADAR ASSISTANCE: Available on request to Southampton Vessel Traffic Service (VTS). Vessels can be supplied with continuous information about their progress relative to navigational marks, other vessels, channel margins and West Bramble and Calshot turns. TRAFFIC INFORMATION BROADCASTS: Southampton VTS will transmit traffic and information broadcasts using appropriate message markers (prefix) as required listed in G1132 VTS Voice Communication and Phraseology. INCIDENT REPORTS: (1) Any incident that reflects on safe port operation is to be reported immediately to the Southampton VTS on VHF Ch 12, or by telephone to Southampton VTS if within the limits of the Port of Southampton, or to the King's Harbour Master (KHM) Portsmouth on VHF Ch 11 or 13 when within the limits of the Dockyard Port of Portsmouth. Alternatively, contact can be made by telephone and followed by a written report if requested. Downloadable ‘Solent Accident and Incident Report’ forms for Mariners, or the 'Pilotage Incident Report (PIR1)' for Pilot/PEC Holders, are both available from the Port’s website www.southamptonvts.co.uk and can be completed/forwarded electronically to the email address provided. (2) Such incidents are considered to be those that involve: (a) Damage to vessels (b) Movement of or damage to navigational marks (c) Damage to shore facilities whether or not affecting the use of such facilities (d) Close quarters situations between two or more vessels, which result in emergency action on the part of the vessels involved (e) Other 'near miss' incidents with the potential to have caused injury or damage (3) Vessels are additionally requested to report any potential risks encountered in harbour or pilotage waters by use of the 'Potential Risk Report' pro forma available on the port website. (4) In cases when damage is caused to commercial installations the Hr Mr, Southampton or Port Manager, Portsmouth is also to be informed. (5) Vessels which have sustained damage outside the limits of the Port of Southampton or the Dockyard Port of Portsmouth which affects, or is likely to affect, the seaworthiness of the vessel, or if oil or dangerous or inflammable substances are escaping or are likely to escape from the vessel, must inform the Hr Mr before entering the Port of Southampton or the KHM Portsmouth before entering the Dockyard Port of Portsmouth. Such vessels are to wait outside the port limits until permission to enter is given by the Hr Mr or KHM as relevant. (6) Advice to the Hr Mr may be sent to Southampton VTS on VHF Ch 12. Advice to the KHM may be sent on VHF Ch 11. (7) In order that oil pollution may be effectively dealt with, vessels and recreational craft sighting significant patches of oil in the sea in the Port of Southampton, Southampton Water, The Solent and Portsmouth Harbour are invited to report the sighting stating: (a) Position (b) Extent (c) Description (e.g. light film, slick, heavy black, crude etc.) (d) Direction of movement if possible (8) Reports should be made by VHF or telephone to the following: (a) Hr Mr Southampton (b) KHM Portsmouth (c) In the case of recreational craft: HM Solent Coastguard (9) These reports will be forwarded to the appropriate authorities who will then put into operation all the necessary action to deal with the pollution. SOLENT MARITIME FRAMEWORK: See diagram SOLENT AND SOUTHAMPTON WATER STATUTORY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY. ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ PORT CONTACT DETAILS: Hr Mr Telephone: +44(0)23 80608208 (Mon-Fri 0900-1700 LT) E-mail: HMSouthampton@abports.co.uk Southampton Patrol Call: Southampton Patrol (SP) VHF Channel: Ch 16; 12 Berthing/Unberthing, Ship/Tug/Pilot/Berthing Master VHF Channel: Ch 71 74 Telephone: +44(0)23 80608320 E-mail: berthingofficers@abports.co.uk Port Office (ABP) Telephone: +44(0)23 80488800 (Mon-Fri 0900-1700 LT) Fax: +44(0)23 80336402 E-mail: southampton@abports.co.uk reception@abports.co.uk Website: www.abports.co.uk Container Terminal (DP World) VHF Channel: Ch 87 Telephone: +44(0)23 80701701 Fax: +44(0)23 80528285 E-mail: info@dpworldsouthampton.com Website: www.dpworldsouthampton.com Esso Fawley Terminal Call: Esso HQ VHF Channel: Ch 19 BP Hamble Terminal Call: BP Hamble VHF Channel: Ch 12 71 74 ABP Solent Gateway Ltd (SGL) VHF Channel: Ch 73 PROCEDURE: (1) For the container terminal, vessels should: (a) Inward-bound vessels are to call DP World using Ch 87 when passing the Hook buoy to confirm on-berth time and tug working channel with the shift manager (b) Outward-bound vessels are to call DP World using Ch 87 to advise Pilot’s arrival on-board and to seek confirmation that cranes are clear, and the vessel is safe to depart (c) Vessels alongside the Container Terminal must maintain a listening watch on Ch 87 for ease of contact with the DPW shift manager in case of an emergency (2) State of readiness alongside: Any work which will render the vessel immobile must not be commenced without the approval of the Hr Mr and the terminal/berth operator. Vessels wishing to immobilise should inform the Assistant Harbour Master before they do so. (3) Masters of vessels moored or anchored in the Port of Southampton and which want to undertake any outboard operation or which want to slew cranes, davits or any other similar projections outboard, must first obtain permission from Southampton VTS on VHF Ch12. A listening watch shall be maintained on VHF Ch12 for the duration of the operation. NOTE: The Southampton Patrol (SP) launch maintains a continuous patrol in Southampton port waters. ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ TUGS CONTACT DETAILS: VHF Channel: Ch 10 19 (Esso/BP terminals only) 71 74 PROCEDURE: (1) Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCC) that are 60,000 dwt and over and which are loaded or part-loaded and bound to or from the Fawley Marine Terminal or Hamble Oil Terminal are required to be accompanied during their passage by an escort tug. The escort tug will meet the inbound vessel south of Nab Tower and under normal conditions secure a tow wire to the stern of the tanker. Vessels in excess of 60,000 dwt in ballast will be escorted out from Fawley to the Prince Consort or in to Fawley from the West Ryde Middle. (2) Certain Ultra Large Container Vessels (ULCV) are considered at risk of not being able to generate, unassisted, a sufficient rate of turn to complete the turns at the West Bramble Buoy and/or Calshot Lt F with an adequate margin of safety. An escort tug is, therefore, required to be made fast at the aft of the vessel to provide an indirect tow to assist the turn. (3) Where escort towage is required, vessels must give Southampton VTS as much notice as possible but no less than 3h notice before arrival or departure. (4) For full details of tug requirements, please see Southampton PORT USERS INFORMATION & NAVIGATION GUIDELINES (PUNG) on www.southamptonvts.co.uk/Port_Information/Navigation/Navigation_Guidelines/. ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ }

WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 46/25 (Former update 20/25) ABP Southampton Notice 107/25 & Southampton Port Users Guidelines, (RSDRA2025000496586 & RSDRA2025000496936), 46/25

VHF: Pilots: Nab Pilot, Sturbridge Pilot, Lepe Pilot or Southampton VTS: Ch 09, 12. Tel: +44 23 8060 8208. Fax: +44 23 8023 2991. Email: southamptonvts@abports.co.uk. Southampton VTS: Ch09, 12, 14, 16 and 20. Southampton Patrol: Ch 12. Tugs: Ch 71 and 74 Berthing/unberthing, Ship/Tug/Pilot/Berthing Master: Ch 71, 74. Esso Marine Terminal: Ch 16; 14, 19.

BREXIT (Jan 2020): Vessels and Agents should note that UK documentation may be subject to change, post BREXIT. A transitionary period is in place. According to the port's Notice to Mariners No 06(T) of 2020, Southampton has reminded all vessels entering the Port that they are required to provide the information stated in Merchant Shipping Notice (MSN)1899 in order to comply with Merchant Shipping (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and Reporting Requirements) Regulations 2004 (SI 2004/2110) (as amended). The MSN also explains processes for collecting information to meet reporting obligations described in European Union (EU) Directive 2010/65/EU. Information which must be passed to port authorities in order to meet these obligations should be collected electronically and using the Consolidated European Reporting System (CERS) Workbook where appropriate. The Workbook has been produced in collaboration with industry and aims to streamline reporting processes for vessels arriving at UK ports. In summary, the MSN applies to all ships of 300GT and above, fishing vessels, traditional ships, and recreational craft with a length of 45m or more. Notification is also required by all ships regardless of size, either departing from or bound to Southampton when carrying dangerous or polluting goods. There are also reporting requirements in the event of an accident/incident. The MSN also explains processes for collecting information to meet reporting obligations described in European Union (EU) Directive 2010/65/EU. Information which must be passed to port authorities in order to meet these obligations should be collected electronically and using the Consolidated European Reporting System (CERS) Workbook where appropriate. The Workbook has been produced in collaboration with industry and aims to streamline reporting processes for vessels arriving at UK ports. Arriving from and sailing to EU port: Attention is also drawn to MSN 1796 (Designation of Vessel Traffic Services) which identifies and designates UK Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) for the purpose of requiring compliance by shipping with regulations 6 and 7 of the Merchant Shipping (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and Reporting Requirements) Regulations 2004, implementing European Parliament and Council Directive 2002/59/EC. The MSN also provides the formal identification of UK VTS within UK waters for the benefit of the compliance of shipping with the Regulations and SOLAS Chapter V, Regulation 12. Notice to Mariners No 06(T) of 2020 remains in place by the Port until cancelled. MSN 1899 and 1796 can be found on the MCA website at www.gov.uk ..... Documents Copies 1. IMO Crew Lists (Inwards and Outwards) 2 Arriving from an EU port and sailing to Non EU Port: 1. IMO Crew Lists (Inwards and Outwards) 2 2. IMO General Declaration (Inwards and Outwards) 2 3. IMO Ship Stores Declarations (Outwards) 2 4. IMO Passenger Lists (Outwards) 2 Arriving from non EU port and sailing to EU port: 1. IMO Crew Lists (Inwards and Outwards) 2 2. IMO General Declaration (Inwards) 2 3. IMO Ship Stores Declarations (Inwards) 2 4. IMO Crew Effects Declarations 2 5. IMO Passenger Lists (Inwards) 2 Arriving from non EU port and sailing to non EU port: 1. IMO General Declaration (Inwards and Outwards) 2 2. IMO Ship Stores Declarations (Inwards and Outwards) 2 3. IMO Crew Effects Declarations 2 4. IMO Crew Lists (Inwards and Outwards) 2 5. IMO Passenger Lists (Inwards and Outwards) 2 ISPS: Documents required as per ISPS Code.

The Port of Southampton is responsible for providing pilots throughout the East and Central Solent, Southampton Water and Rivers Itchen and Test. (Pilots are not available in the West Solent/Needles). Ships requiring a pilot must inform Southampton VTS not less than 12 hours and then verified 3 hours in advance of ETA, maximum draught and destination within the pilotage area, and state where a pilot is required. A minimum of 3 hours notice is required for departure and berth shift notifications. A greater notice period significantly increases the likelihood of a vessel being allocated its desired time slot and/or berth as well as aiding with pilot allocation. Ship owners, Masters or agents may order a pilot by email: VTSSouthampton@abports.co.uk; telephone +44 (0)23 8060 8208 and Fax no +44 (0)23 8023 2991. Destination, draught and BOARDING POINT must be indicated.

No vessel in the Docks shall be voluntarily immobilised without permission from the Harbour Master, who shall be informed immediately should a vessel be unable to move. Special regulations concerning tankers. The regulations for tankers entering or leaving ports in the United Kingdom apply to the VTS and Pilotage District as a whole. Reports required by EU regulations should be made to the Southampton Harbour Master. Special regulations to ensure the safe navigation of gas tankers are also in force within the Pilotage District. No vessel may anchor closer to a gas tanker than twice their combined length. At no time will more than 3 gas tankers be permitted to anchor within the designated small ships anchorage in Southampton water.