Cork (IEORK)

Cork is the principal port on the S coast of Ireland, being a natural, sheltered deep water harbour and is favoured with an ideal location close to the main shipping lanes to northern Europe. The port has good cargo handling facilities. There are excellent road and rail connections between the port and the rest of Ireland, thus enabling speedy distribution of cargo. The port's main exports are; livestock, butter, milk powder, refined and residual petroleum products, urea, ammonia and wood chips. Main imports include; grain, feed stuffs, bananas, molasses, timber, fertilisers, magnesite, salt, manganese ore, coal, crude oil, reformer feed stock, gas, acids, manufactured fertilisers, cement, steel sheet and motor vehicles. Fully laden Panamax vessels can be handled at Ringaskiddy which is Ireland's only Freeport.

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

Cork is located on the River Lee, 15nm from the sea. It incorporates the areas of Tivoli, Cobh, Whitegate and Ringaskiddy.

LOA 345.05m, beam 45m, draught 12.9m, 116,715DWT.

Approximate 9,500,000t of cargo, 260,000TEU, 1,400 vessels and 190,000 passengers handled annually.

Generally, large vessels in excess of 120m, anchor S of Roche's Point. Vessels should not anchor near the underwater gas pipeline. Inside the harbour there is a designated anchorage for vessels up to 107m LOA carrying dangerous cargoes in position 51°50.1'N 008°16.2'W. OUTER ANCHORAGES: Outside harbour: a temporary anchorage, in offshore winds, can be obtained in depths of 17.0-18.0m, sand bottom, with Roche's Point Light bearing 034°, and The spire of Templebready Church (1.25nm W of the light) bearing 309°. Care must be taken to avoid anchoring on or near the line of the leading lights which mark the eastern entrance channel. Lower Harbour: Coasters of a suitable draught will find a secure anchorage to the W of a line joining No 14 and No 16 Lightbuoys (51°50.0'N 008°16.1'W). Larger vessels may anchor in other areas but only after permission has been granted by Cork Harbour Radio.Hazardous cargoes anchorage: Small vessels, up to 107m in length, carrying hazardous cargoes, may be permitted to enter harbour and to anchor in a specially designated area on the W side of the outer anchorage, W of Nos 12 and 14 Lightbuoys. The anchor berth is in a depth of approx 6m with No 14 Lightbuoy bearing 074° distance 230m. Other vessels are prohibited from using this anchorage.

The entrance to Cork Harbour is 0.75nm wide between Roche's Point Light (51° 48.0'N 008°15.0'W) on the E side of the Sound and Weaver's Point (0.75nm WNW). The governing depth of water at the harbour entrance is 12.9m at chart datum (CD) which permits fully laden vessels of approx 70,000-90,000DWT to enter the harbour on any HW. An inner bar at the Spit Bank near Cobh is dredged to a depth of 11.2m at CD, which permits vessels of approx 60,000DWT beyond that point to Ringaskiddy Deepwater Terminal. From Horse Head, for a distance of 4nm, the approach channel to Tivoli has a depth of 6.5m at CD while in the channel from Tivoli to the city quays there is a depth of 5.2m CD.

BA 1773, 1777, 1765. US Publication 142. Admiralty Pilot NP40, NP286(1).

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The limits of the Port of Cork Pilotage District are defined as follows: ..... 1. The outer limits: consist of the waters within an imaginary arc of radius 9.65km centred on Roche's Point. 2. The inner limits: from Eamonn De Valera Bridge and Michael Collins Bridge in the City of Cork. Compulsory within the Pilotage District as follows: ..... 1. For all vessels within the Compulsory Pilotage Area, defined as that portion of the Pilotage District above a line from the clock tower, Cobh (51°50.9'N 008°17.4'W) to Lightbuoy No 20, then to the eastern extreme point of Fort Mitchell and from the S side of Fort Mitchell to the Martello Tower at Ringaskiddy, including the whole of the River Lee. 2. For all vessels over LOA 130m within the part of the Pilotage District which lies within an imaginary arc of radius 2.5nm drawn seawards from Roche's Point. Pilotage request should be sent through SafeSeas (www.safeseas.ei). If requesting a pilot at short notice or unable to submit a berth request through the Safe Seas Ireland website, you can contact the pilot and port operations direct. Pilot boards in the following positions: ..... 1. 51°43.5'N 008°15.0'W (No 1) (4nm S of Roche's Point Light): All loaded crude tankers 2. 51°45.1'N 008°15.1'W (No 2) (2.5nm S of Roche's Point Light): All vessels over LOA 130m excluding loaded crude tankers 3. 51°50.9'N 008°17.3'W (No 3): Vessels less than LOA 130m. Two pilot launches are available. Pilot launches are painted black and orange, marked "PILOTS", and equipped with VHF Ch 16, 06, 12. AIS identification is "Cork Pilot". When on station, the launches maintain a listening watch on Ch 12. The launches are stationed at Cobh, in the boat harbour situated 0.5nm E of Cobh Cathedral.

The port of Cork's limits extend seaward from Eamonn de Valera Bridge and the Michael Collins Bridge in the City of Cork, to an imaginary straight line drawn between Power Head on the eastern approach to Cork Harbour and Cork Head to the western approach.

Roche's Point Lighthouse at entrance to Harbour (51°47.6'N 008°15.2'W).

Controlling depth in the entrance channel is 12.9m. There are speed limits of 6kts in the Upper Harbour, Lower Harbour and the Owenboy River.

Mean spring range at Cobh (51°51.0'N 008°18.0'W) approx 3.7m; mean neap range approx 1.9m. Winds from S, and particularly from SE, can raise the water level by up to 1m above the predicted heights. The tidal rise at the city of Cork ranges from 2m at neaps to 3.9m at springs. Tides in the Lower Harbour range from 1.9m at neaps to 3.7m at springs.

There are three tugs operating within the Port of Cork. Tugs must be ordered via vessels local agent. There are two hour notice period for tugs for all vessels arriving and Departing. The tugs operate on a 24hr basis.

Prevailing winds: SW'ly.

CORK 51°50.37'N 8°19.08'W UNCTAD LOCODE: IE ORK ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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CONTACT DETAILS: Pilot Operations Call: Cork Harbour Radio VHF Channel: Ch 16; 12 14 Telephone: +353(0)21 4811380 E-mail: portoperations@portofcork.ie PV VHF Channel: Ch 16 HOURS:\tH24 PROCEDURE: (1) Pilotage is compulsory within the pilotage district as follows: (a) For all vessels within the compulsory pilotage area, defined as that portion of the Pilotage District above a line from the clock tower, Cobh (51° 51·01N 8°17·46W) to Lt buoy No 20, thence to the Spit Lt Ho, thence to the eastern extreme point of Fort Mitchell and from the S side of Fort Mitchell to the Martello Tower at Ringaskiddy, including the whole of the River Lee. (b) For all vessels over 130m LOA within that part of the pilotage district which lies within an imaginary arc of radius 2·5 n miles centred on Roche's Point. (2) Pilotage is exempt for the following vessels: (a) Vessels owned by the state (b) Pleasure craft and sail training vessels less than 50m LOA (c) Fishing vessels (d) Passenger vessels plying as such exclusively within the pilotage district, provided that the company is satisfied that the Master has the necessary local knowledge (e) Vessels of less than 50 gt (f) Vessels, the property of the Lighthouse Authority responsible for the care and maintenance of lighthouses in the state, so engaged (g) Vessels, the property of or engaged by the Company (h) Tugs, dredgers, sludge vessels, barges and similar craft may be exempt from compulsory pilotage if the Company, after examination, is satisfied that the Master has the necessary local knowledge (i) Notwithstanding the above, the Hr Mr may, at his sole discretion, direct the Master of an exempted vessel to engage the services of a licenced Pilot if, in the opinion of the Hr Mr, such service is required for safety and/or navigational purposes (3) Pilot ordering: Under normal circumstances, is made through SafeSeasIreland (www.safeseas.ie) as well as by using the Port Company’s vessel booking system. Vessels requesting a Pilot can do this via the vessel booking system and or via VHF (by day or night, inward or outward-bound) contacting Port Operations directly calling ‘Cork Harbour Radio’. (4) Pilot boards in the following positions: (a) 51°43·50N 8°15·00W (No 1) (4 n miles S of Roche's Point Lt): All loaded crude tankers (b) 51°45·10N 8°15·17W (No 2) (2·5 n miles S of Roche's Point Lt): All vessels over 130m LOA excluding loaded crude tankers (c) 51°50·90N 8°17·28W (No 3): Vessels less than 130m LOA ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________ PORT CONTACT DETAILS: Port Operations Call: Cork Harbour Radio VHF Channel: Ch 16; 12 14 Telephone: +353(0)21 4811380 E-mail: portoperations@portofcork.ie Hr Mr E-mail: harbourmaster@portofcork.ie Shipping Support Manager Telephone: +353(0)21 4811380 +353(0)86 1369337 (Mobile) E-mail: shippingsupport@portofcork.ie Port Authority Telephone: +353(0)21 4273125 E-mail: info@portofcork.ie Website: www.portofcork.ie Whitegate Marine Terminal, Cobh VHF Channel: Ch 16; 13 HOURS: H24 PROCEDURE: (1) Vessels carrying chemicals in bulk, vessels carrying LPG and Petroleum Class 1 and Class 2 in bulk and vessels having discharged a cargo of LPG or Class 1 or Class 2 Petroleum which have not been gas freed are subject to the following regulations: (a) Vessels must have an IMO Certificate of fitness or a certificate issued by a recognised classification society for the carriage of gas, chemical or petroleum cargoes (b) Vessels must be capable of communicating on VHF (including VHF Ch 12) at all times whilst under way (c) Vessels must contact Port Operations as follows: (i) Before entering the port limits, vessels must request and obtain permission to enter (ii) Before leaving a berth, vessels must request and obtain permission to leave (iii) On clearing the port limits. (d) During the daytime, vessels should only navigate in good visibility and night-time navigation will be subject to: (i) Good visibility (ii) No opposing traffic movements between Lt buoy R2 (51°52·70N 8°20·39W) and the upper port limits (e) Vessels will display the International Code Flag B by day and an all round red light by night whilst within the port limits (f) Vessels must inform the Hr Mr whenever there is deterioration in the status of its machinery (main engines, mooring and anchoring equipment, cargo handling equipment, steering gear etc.), or navigational equipment (g) Vessels will not anchor inside Roche's Point except in the special anchorage for vessels with hazardous cargoes designated hereunder (h) Large crude tankers are advised to approach the harbour entrance from the Cork Lt buoy (51°42·90N 8°15·60W) on the Ldg Lts. Such vessels should embark the Pilot at least 2·5 n miles south of Roche's Point Lt and should not approach closer than this distance unless a Pilot is on board. (i) In connection with item (1)(d) above, priority of movement will be given to passenger vessels, vessels depending on the state of the tide and vessels using tugs. (j) Notice of ETA: Agents shall provide ETAs via e-mail to shippingsupport@portofcork.ie as soon as practicable upon their engagement by the Master/Owner/Charterer. Generally not less that 72h, 48h or 24h prior to arrival at the Pilot Station or port limits. (k) When within VHF range (approx 30 n miles), ETA must be confirmed or amended by contacting Port Operations on VHF Ch 12 or 16. (l) Vessels carrying dangerous or polluting goods, with an LOA of less than 110m, may anchor in the designated anchorage 'A' (51°50·42N 8°16·16W) upon receiving permission from Port Operations (Cork Harbour Radio, VHF Ch 12). Anchorage positions are subject to sufficient space being available within the anchorage to allow for safe separation of anchored vessels. Vessels with an LOA over 110m, will be required to remain outside the Harbour until such time as they are proceeding to berth. (m) Vessels should indicate their required Pilot boarding position when sending the ETA message. (n) Vessels within the area should maintain a continuous listening watch on the VHF frequency designated by Port Operations (normally VHF Ch 12). (o) Vessels about to leave a berth should contact Port Operations to obtain the latest river and channel information. (p) Messages on Port Operations VHF Channels must be related to the movement and safety of vessels within the port area, and in emergency, to the safety of persons. Messages of any other nature, or messages addressed to a third party cannot be handled. (q) Reporting: All inward-bound and outward-bound vessels are required to report on VHF Ch 12 as follows: (i) When crossing Cork harbour limits (ii) When passing Lt buoy No 5 (51°49·02N 8°16·21W). Outward-bound vessels must indicate which channel they intend to transit as they depart the port, East Channel or West Channel. " }

WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 12/25 Port of Cork Company correspondence, (RSDRA2025000099295), 12/25

VHF: The port operations and information station is located at Cobh. The station, which is equipped with VHF radio telephone, maintains a 24 hour listening watch on Ch 12, 14 and 16 and it enables ships to obtain up to the minute information regarding movements on the river. Pilot Operations: Cork Harbour Radio: 16, 12, 14. Tel: +353 21 481 1380. Email: portoperations@portofcork.ie. Pilot Vessel: Ch 06, 12, 16. Whitegate Marine Terminal: Ch 16, 14. Harbour Masters Office: Tel: +353 21 4273215, E-mail: info@portofcork.ie

Minimal immigration formalities for crew and passengers. Strict Customs requirements.

The following documents are required on arrival: ..... Documents Copies 1. Passenger Manifest 2 2. Crew Manifest 2 3. Stores List 1 4. Customs Declaration (ship) 1 5. Customs Declaration (crew) 1 6. Customs Declaration (passengers) 1

Vessels should send ETA 24 hours in advance with any subsequent amendments up to 2 hours in advance. ETA should be sent by telephone to the agent or Port Operations. When within VHF range (approx 30nm), ETA may be confirmed or amended by contacting Cork Harbour Radio on VHF Ch 12 or 14. Vessels should indicate their required pilot boarding position when sending the ETA message. The following information to be advised: ..... 1. Name 2. Callsign 3. LOA 4. Draught 5. GT 6. NT All inbound and outbound vessels are required to report on VHF Ch 12 when passing Lightbuoy No 5. Outbound vessels must indicate intended transit channel, East Channel or West Channel.

Scrubbers: Discharge of scrubber wash water is prohibited in the port limits. This applies to all vessels berthed at any berth within the port’s jurisdiction and vessels on transit to and from any berth or anchorage. Vessels fitted with open loop scrubbers should carry out the switch to either closed-loop mode or to compliant fuel, well in advance of the ships’s arrival. ..... 1. Vessels carrying chemicals in bulk, vessels carrying LPG and petroleum Class 1 and Class 2 in bulk and vessels having discharged a cargo of LPG or Class 1 or Class 2 Petroleum which have not been gas freed are subject to the following regulations: a. Vessels should have an IMO Certificate of fitness or a certificate issued by a recognised classification society for the carriage of gas cargoes or petroleum cargoes. b. Vessels should be capable of communicating on VHF (including VHF Ch 12) at all times whilst under way. c. Vessels should contact Cork Harbour Radio as follows: i. Before entering the port limits, vessels should request and obtain permission to enter. ii. Before departing a berth, vessels should request and obtain permission to depart. iii. On clearing the port limits. d. During the day time, vessels should only navigate in good visibility and night time navigation will be subject to: i. Good visibility. ii. No opposing traffic movements between Lightbuoy "R2" (51°52.7'N 008° 20.4'W) and the upper port limits. e. Vessels should display the International Code flag "B" by day and an all round red light by night whilst within the ports limits. f. Vessels should inform the harbour master whenever there is any deterioration in the status of its machinery (main engines, mooring and anchoring equipment, cargo handling equipment, steering gear, etc,) or navigational equipment. g. Vessels should not anchor inside Roches Point except in the special anchorage for vessels with hazardous cargoes. h. Large crude tankers are advised to approach the harbour entrance from the Cork Lightbuoy (51°42.9'N 008°15.6'W) on the leading lights. Such vessels should embark the pilot at least 2.5nm S of Roches Point Light and should not approach closer than this distance unless a pilot is onboard. 2. In connection with item (1)(d) above, priority of movement will be given to passenger vessels, vessels depending on the state of the tide and vessels using tugs 3. Normally vessels carrying hazardous cargoes will be required to remain outside the harbour until such time as they can proceed to berth. An exception to this requirement will be that smaller vessels (ie, up to 110m in length) may anchor in a specially designated anchorage (51°50.1'N 008°16.2'W) W of Lightbuoys No 12 and No 14. Any vessel other than one carrying a hazardous cargo is prohibited from anchoring in this designated anchorage. 4. In addition, all vessels carrying dangerous or polluting goods should comply with the European Communities (Vessel Traffic Monitoring and Information System) Regulations 2010. 5. Vessels within the area should maintain a constant listening watch on the VHF frequency designated by Cork Harbour Radio (normally VHF Ch 12). 6. Vessels about to leave a berth should contact port operations to obtain the latest river and channel information. 7. Messages on port operations VHF channels must be related to the movement and safety of vessels within the port area, and in emergency, to the safety of persons. Messages of any other nature, or messages addressed to a third party cannot be handled.

One copy of Health Declaration Form on arrival. International quarantine messages may be transmitted by radio to Cork. Ship Sanitation Control Certificate and Exemption Certificate issued.