Fort-de-France (MQFDF)

The harbour is easy to enter, with good anchorage over holding ground (soft bottom), in 10.0 - 22.0m of water. There is accommodation for cruise ships, general/bulk, Ro-Ro /container vessels and tankers; bananas, sugar and fertiliser form the main exports, while raw materials and oil products are imported. A power plant, located in Bellefontaine, approx. 7.5nm NW from the main port area, has a petroleum products pier used by small tankers.

North Atlantic Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical Nov 1 to Jul 15, Summer Jul 16 to Oct 31.

The island of Martinique is located in the Windward chain of the Lesser Antilles between Dominica and St Lucia, and is under French jurisdiction. Fort-de-France is the capital and major port; situated in a safe harbour, about 39km2 in area.

LOA 339.8m, beam 44m, draught 15.0m, 114,218DWT.

Approx 3,600,000t of cargo, 190,000TEU, 1,500 vessels and 350,000 passengers handled annually.

Outer anchorages: There are a number of good anchorages in Baie de Fort-de-France. Those situated outside the inner port are as follows, with positions from Fort Saint Louis Light (14°35.8'N 061°04.2'W): Mouillage des Famands (0.6nm WSW). Mouillage de la Dillon (0.8nm SE). Mouillage des Trois Ilets (3.5nm SSE). Mouillage de la Riviere Salee (4.25nm SE). Cohe du Lamentin (2nm E). Tanker anchorage (2.5nm SW): Vessels over 1,600GT carrying hydrocarbons or dangerous cargoes must anchor in the tanker anchorage 2nm S of Pointe des Negres. Recommended anchorages: Suitable for small vessels, with good holding in sand and mud, are as follows: On the alignment (041°) with the S extremity of Fort Saint Louis bearing 094°. The line of bearing, 014°, of the mouth of Riviere Madame (0.3nm WSW of the front mark), with the S extremity of Fort Saint Louis bearing 088°. With Fort Saint Louis Light bearing 071°, 0.35nm. Prohibited anchorage: An explosives dumping ground, 600m in diameter is situated 5nm SSE of the tanker anchorage. Anchoring, dredging and fishing are prohibited.

The obligatory approach channel for vessels over 1,000GT carrying hydrocarbons or dangerous cargoes is defined as the direct route closest to 090° from 7nm off the coast to the waiting zone and tanker anchorage. Entrance channel: Passe du Carenage has a least depth of 10.4m in position 14° 35.75'N 061°04.00'W. Initial position; 0.55nm SSE of Fort Saint Louis Light (14°35.8'N 061°04.2'W). Carenage Leading Lights: Front light (yellow column on a white metal framework tower, black bands, 12m in height) (0.5nm N of Fort Saint Louis Light), standing on Morne Pichevin. Rear light (similar structure, 14m in height) (145m from the front light). The alignment (004°) of these lights leads through Passe du Carenage, into harbour, passing (with positions from the front light): W of a lightbuoy (0.75nm S) marking the SW extremity of Banc de la Carriere, then: E of No 4 Lightbuoy (0.7nm SSW), marking the SE extremity of Banc du Fort Saint Louis, then: W of No 7 Lightbuoy (0.55nm S) marking the W extremity of Banc de la Carriere.

BA 494, 371. Admiralty Pilot NP71, NP286(7).

1025-1028.

Linesmen available by pilot station.

Pilotage is compulsory for the following: ..... 1. All vessels carrying hydrocarbons or dangerous cargo, irrespective of LOA. 2. Vessels greater than LOA 50m bound for the port or an anchorage. 3. Vessels less than LOA 100m berthing on arrival W of a line joining Fort Saint Louis and Pointe du Bout. If the pilot is not available vessels should wait, at anchor, in the Baie des Flamands (E of Pointe des Negres). Pilot boards in position 14°35.3'N 061°05.7'W (about 0.5nm off Pointe des Negres), or seaward of a line between Cap Enrage and Cap Salomon for deep draught vessels. Note: Pilotage for the berth at Belle Fontaine (14°40'N 061°10'W) should be ordered from Fort de France. The pilot will accompany vessels from Fort de Grance or, if vessels are sailing direct, will board in position 14°40.4'N 061° 10.6'W.

The seaward limit of Port de Fort-de-France is defined by a line drawn from Pointe de Negres through No 3 Lightbuoy (1.75nm ESE) then to Pointe Desgras (14° 35.4'N 061°01.6'W).

Major lights: Pointe des Negres Light (1.5nm W). Fort Saint Louis Light (red column on W side), (white column on E side), on white metal framework tower, 6m in height standing on the W side of Fort Saint Louis.

HW: 0.24m LW: 0.06m

Two tugs available, one fitted with fire fighting equipment.

Prevailing winds: E'ly. The strong wind during the day may hamper berthing and mariners are advised to berth before 0600hrs or after sunset.

FORT-DE-FRANCE 14°35.91'N 61°03.71'W UNCTAD LOCODE: MQ FDF For details see: SURNAV (FRENCH WEST INDIES) ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 44/25 (Former updates 25/25 & 35/25) French Bulletin 41/25, (RSDRA2025000496984), 44/25

St Lys Radio (France) may be used for passing messages throughout 24hrs a day. Satellite communication is possible. VHF: Port Control: Ch 16; 12, 13. Pilot: Ch 16, 13. MRCC Fort-de-France (CROSSAG): Ch 16.

Customs allowances: Max allowance is 75cl of alcohol and 200 cigarettes. All hi-fi equipment, cameras, etc must be mentioned on Personal Effects List. Immigration: All passenger and crew passports must be available for inspection on arrival. There are visa requirements for passengers of certain nationalities.

All cruise vessel passengers visiting Martinique must carry a valid passport with them, when going ashore. This is a legal requirement of the Government (Oct 2019). ..... Cruise Ships Cargo/ Tankers Document Copies Copies 1. Last Port Clearance 1 1 2. Crew List 7 4 3. Passenger List 7 4 4. Disembarking Crew List 7 4 5. Disembarking Passenger List 7 4 6. Stores List/Bonded Stores List 3 3 7. Crew/Personal Effects List 3 3 8. General Declaration (1) 7 4 9. Breakdown of Passengers by Nationality 4 - 10. Maritime Declaration of Health (1) 1 1 11. Crew Vaccination List 1 1 12. List of Ports of Call 3 3 13. Dangerous Cargo Manifest - 1 14. Cargo Manifest (if applicable) 1 1 15. Hand Baggage Declaration (per person) (for disembarking passengers/crew) 1 1 16. Inbound Declaration (Hazmat) ISPS Pre-arrival security information 17. Notice for compulsory waste (1) These are special forms which are brought onboard by the Customs broker.

Initial ETA to be sent upon sailing last port or a min of 24 hours prior to arrival. Updated ETA's are to be sent 72, 48 and 24 hours prior to arrival. Acceptance of vessels in the port of Fort-de-France: In accordance with French regulations the Harbour Master has requested all agents to ensure that vessels entering the port of Fort-de-France adhere to the following procedure: ..... 1. At 24 hours prior to arrival, or on departure from previous port (if less than 24 hours distant), Masters should send a telex to the port authorities indicating the following SURNAV information Tel: +596 596 702073, Fax: +596 596 730659. E-mail: capitainerie-fort-de-france.dde-martinique@equipment.gouv.fr a. Vessel's name and flag b. GT, LOA, beam and maximum draught on arrival c. Date and time of arrival at Fort-de-France pilot boarding position d. Type and weight of dangerous cargo (in transit or to be discharged) e. Any damage to vessel, gear or cargo 2. In the event of any changes, a corrected message should be sent. 3. Vessels should contact the Harbour Master on VHF Ch 12 when within range to obtain authorisation to enter the port. If the above procedure is not respected or information on the arrival notice is inexact, vessels will be subject to a fine.

Martinique, being a part of France, requires that vessels fly the French flag.

Submarine cables: Anchoring, dredging and trawling are prohibited within 300m of the charted submarine cable which extends W then SSW from a position 0.2nm S of Pointe Desgras to a position 0.75nm NW of 1L Lightbuoy (14°34.2'N 061° 02.5'W), then generally W from about 0.3nm N of Pointe du Bout (14°33.6'N 061° 03.4'N).

Pratique should be applied for on arrival and may be applied for by radio with the presentation of Health Certificates. Ship Sanitation Control Certificates and Exemption Certificates may be renewed, advance notice is required.

NOR is tendered on arrival at the pilot station. It is normally accepted when gangway is rigged and authorities can board.