Nagapattinam (INNPT)

It is an open roadstead port and vessels discharged local cargo at anchorage in depths ranging from 7.0-18.0m. The main exports were onions and feldspar with principal imports being grain and fertilisers. The port also exported cement to Sri Lanka and imported edible oil from Indonesia and Malaysia.

Bay of Bengal Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical Dec 1 to Apr 30, Summer May 1 to Nov 30.

Nagapattinam is situated at the mouth of Kaduvayar River in the Bay of Bengal, approx 266km S of Chennai.

No restrictions.

Good anchorage is available with the Nagapattinam Lighthouse bearing between 281° and 285° and Nagore minaret 315° and 322°. Bottom consists of sand and clay having good holding.

Indian Charts: 3007, 3033. BA 575, 2069. Admiralty Pilot NP21, NP286(4).

Nearest available coastguard is at Mandapam and Chennai.

1022-1024.

Being an open roadstead port, vessels are not piloted to anchorage.

The port limits are as follows: ..... 1. 10°49.4'N 079°51.1'E 2. 10°49.4'N 079°57.1'E 3. 10°44.6'N 079°57.5'E 4. 10°44.6'N 079°51.1'E

Lighthouse at position 10°45.9'N 079°51.1'E, characteristic Fl(2)20s.

No significant tide or currents.

Small tugs are available only for towing lighters.

Prevailing winds: The port is exposed to NE and SE monsoons. Generally, during the period Oct-Dec the sea can be rough and the number of days that vessels can work are restricted.

NAGAPATTINAM 10°45.89'N 79°51.07'E UNCTAD LOCODE: IN NPT ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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Nearest Radio Station is at Chennai, callsign "VWM". VHF: The port VHF station functions from 0600-1000hrs, 1500-1900hrs local time on all working days on Ch 16 (calling), Ch 14 (working).

Available at Nagapattinam Post.

..... 1. Last Port Clearance 2. Cargo Safety Equipment Certificate 3. Safety Construction Certificate 4. Radio Telegraphy Certificate 5. Derat Certificate 6. Load Line Certificate 7. Ship's Register. Cargo documentation: 1. Hatch with cargo particulars 2. Cargo Manifest.

ETA to be advised at least 48 hours prior to arrival to local agent. Messages can be sent through Chennai ("VWM").

Pratique is granted immediately on arrival.

NOR is tendered by the master of the vessel to the cargo receivers. After receiving NOR, 24 hours notice is given to receivers to resume operations.