Mandvi (INMDV)

The port is an anchorage at which vessels are worked by lighters, tugs and launches from the port. These craft also serve the port of Jakhau and, as with Jakhau, it is closed during the summer months because of the monsoon. The port imports fertilisers, building materials, dates and general cargo. Exports are bauxite, cotton seeds, salt, oil cakes, general cargo, clay and bentonite.

Arabian Sea Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical Sep 1 to May 31, Summer Jun 1 to Aug 31.

Mandvi is situated on the N bank of the Gulf of Kutch in NW India.

Draught 9.1m.

Good anchorage may be obtained approx 1.5nm S of Albert Edward Breakwater in a depth of approx 7.0m or further offshore, according to draught; cargo is handled at these anchorages.

The roadstead is approached, depending on draught, N or E of Ranwara Shoals; the inner harbour is entered by local craft only, E of the breakwater. The roadstead is exposed and adversely effected by the SW monsoon.

BA 43 and 39. Indian 203. Admiralty Pilot NP38.

1025.

Not available.

A conspicuous radio mast, with an elevation of 74m and marked by a red obstruction light, stands 4.5nm NE of the entrance to Mandvi Harbour. Mandvi Light is exhibited from a tall white masonry tower, with red bands, standing on the SW bastion. A Racon transmits from the light tower. A light is exhibited from the breakwater head.

Mean spring range 3.2m; mean neap range 1.8m. Tidal streams at the anchorage attain a rate of 3kts at springs but of less than 2kts at neaps. Further offshore they increase in strength.

There is one 400hp tug available.

Prevailing winds: SW and NE monsoons.

MANDVI, GULF OF KACHCHH 22°49.00'N 69°21.00'E UNCTAD LOCODE: IN MDV For details see: GULF OF KACHCHH PILOT REQUIREMENTS ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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There is no coastal radio station in the port. Messages should be sent via Bahrain or Singapore Radio. VHF: Via Kandla Coastal Radio Station (callsign "VVK"). Port Officer contacts: Telephone: +91 2834 223033 Fax: +91 2834 223033

Customs allowances: One bottle of liquor and one carton of cigarettes is allowed for each crew member per week. Immigration: Immigration officials will check passports/CDC (Seaman's Books) and issue shore permits. Nationals from Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh and China (mainland) will not be issued with landing permits.

The master is to deliver to the customs boarding party: ..... Documents Copies 1. Stores List 5 2. Crew Personal Effects List 5 3. Last Port Clearance - 4. Crew List 8 5. Certificate of Registry - 6. Load Line Certificate - 7. Safety Radio Certificate - 8. Safety Equipment Certificate -

ETA messages are to be given by master/owners to charterers/shippers or consignees 7, 5, 3, 2 and 1 day prior to arrival or as per Charter Party.

Local port health officer grants pratique after boarding vessel.

To be tendered as per terms and conditions of Charter Party. Generally, NOR tendered by master on vessel's arrival advising that vessel is ready to load/discharge the nominated cargo.