Altamira (MXATM)

The Altamira Industrial Port, situated on the eastern coast of Mexico, is a significant maritime hub that spans over 9,500ha. Renowned as a national leader in the handling of petrochemical fluids and bulk general cargo, the port plays a pivotal role in the country’s logistics and trade sectors. One of the key features of Altamira Port is its multimodal connectivity. It is strategically linked to an extensive network of railways and highways, facilitating seamless transportation of goods to and from the port. This advantageous location allows for efficient handling of a diverse range of cargo types, including break bulk, dry bulk, and liquid cargo. The port’s infrastructure is designed to accommodate large vessels, enhancing its capacity to manage high volumes of cargo. With state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated terminals for various types of cargo, Altamira is equipped to meet the demands of both domestic and international shipping.

Summer.

Altamira is situated on the Gulf of Mexico, approx 12nm N of Tampico, Mexico.

Max LOA 339.62m, beam 48.2m, draught 12.5m and 134,931DWT.

Approx 21,200,000t of cargo, 920,000TEUs and 2,400 vessels handled annually.

An open anchorage is available 3nm NE or SE of the breakwaters in depths of 18.0m. Anchorage must be taken clear of the precautionary area, within a 2nm radius of Altamira Lighted Buoy. The Master can contact 'Altamira Traffic' for anchorage advice or instructions on VHF Ch 16, 17.

From a position in the vicinity of 22°29'N., 097°42'W the track leads W for 9nm, passing Altamira Lightbuoy (22°28'N., 097°48'W), then through a marked entry channel. The Access Channel is 1.8nm long and 350m wide with an official draught of 11.9m. The alignment 270° of leading lights leads between lighted breakwaters to the turning basin and wharf area. The turning basin has diameter of 650m, with a depth of 13.7m, maximum draught is 12.2m. The North Channel is 0.5nm long.

BA 365, 364, 8209. Mexican 722, 722.1, 722.2. Admiralty Pilot NP69A, NP286(7).

1025.

A mooring service is provided by most of the terminals. However, the service should be arranged through the ship's agent. Mooring of ropes provided by Ronalu Logistics and Services, S. de R.L. de C.V. and Cecyl Denisse Hidalgo Perez.

Compulsory and should be requested at least 24 hours in advance via agents. Pilots will establish contact with the vessel on VHF Ch 14, 1 hour before arrival. If communication is not established, vessels should contact pilots via Tampico Radio. Note: Pilots are based at Tampico. It takes approx 30 minutes by car from Tampico to Altamira. ..... Lat Long Pilot Boarding 22°29.5'N 97°48.4'W

Port Altamira limits are marked by the sea buoy located at 22°29.3'N., 097° 48.2'W, approx 2nm E from the channel entrance.

Altamira Lighted Buoy.

Vessels may enter at any time day or night, weather permitting. A precautionary area, within a 2nm radius of Altamira Lighted Buoy.

Range 0.6m.

Two tugs available for port manoeuvres and berthing assistance. Saam Remolques, SA de CV has two harbour tugs of 55t and 51t bollard pull. Services available 24 hours a day.

Prevailing winds: SE'ly.

ALTAMIRA 22°29.25'N 97°51.51'W UNCTAD LOCODE: MX ATM ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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..... Port Authority contact info Telephone +52 01 833 260 6063 Facsimile +52 01 833 260 6072 Email admin@puertoaltamira.com.mx Harbour Master contact info VHF +52 01 833 260 1052 Facsimile +52 01 833 260 1002 Pilots contact info Call sign Altamira Pilots VHF Ch 14 Telephone +52 01 833 260 9123 Facsimile +52 01 833 260 9123 Tampico Radio contact info VHF Ch 12, 16, 26, 27 Tampico Radio 2182 (kHz) VTS contact info Call sign Altamira Traffic VHF Ch 17 Tugs contact info VHF Ch 68 Operations contact info Telephone +52 01 833 260 6076 Facsimile +52 01 833 260 6070 The following coastal radio stations are recommended: West Coast Mexico: International station and Mobile Radio (USA). East Coast Mexico: Mobile, Alabama Radio. The stations work throughout 24 hours. Inmarsat communication is possible.

Allowances for officers and crew do not exist for personal possessions which must be kept onboard. Penalties for non-compliance will result in confiscation of the goods and fines. Immigration: Formalities depend on the nationality of the crew. Nationalities that are not restricted in Mexico can proceed ashore provided they have a shore pass which can be issued by the port agent upon request of the Master. Joining and off signing crew members have to be declared 24 hours prior to the time and date of arrival/departure. Vessel is cleared on arrival and departure.

On arrival, the Master must present the following documentation: ..... Document Copies 1. Last Port Clearance 1 2 Bills of Lading 5 3 Crew List 8 4 Crew Personal Effects List 8 5 Lists of Packages containing dangerous goods as IMO classification 3 6 Stores List 8 7 International Maritime Declaration of Health 2 8 Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificate 1 9 Vaccination List 2 10 Narcotics List 8 11 Cargo Manifest, if any - 12 Passenger List 8 13 Passports or Seaman's Books of all crew 1 14 ISPS Ship's Certificate 1 15 ISPS Ship's Security Officer Certificate 1 16 ISPS Advance Notice of Arrival 1 17 ISPS List of 10 previous Ports of Call 1 The following are also required: ..... 1. International Tonnage Certificate 2. Load Line Certificate 3. IOPP Certificate 4. Ship's Register 5. Safety Equipment and Emergency Radio Equipment Certificates 6. Safety Construction Certificate 7. Safety Manning Certificate 8. Letter of Compliance 9. Cargo Gear Certificate Documents are received by the Harbour Master, Health Inspector, Immigration Authorities, Customs Authorities, Agricultural Inspector. There are no special forms for completion.

ETA to be sent 48hrs prior to arrival and followed by a confirmation notice 2hrs prior to arrival. An ETA for vessels arriving from ports less than 24hrs away are required to send their ETA 12hrs prior to arrival. All messages should be sent during office hours so that the vessel can be scheduled at the Port Programme Meeting which is held daily. The ETA message should include: ..... 1. Arrival draught 2. Number of crew and if healthy 3. Vessel's main particulars such as LOA, GT, beam 4. Flag and Port of Registry 5. Cargo to be loaded/discharged

Cargo documents have to be in the port in order for the vessel to be programmed.

Pratique will be granted by the Port Authorities once they arrive onboard the vessel. Free pratique is not granted by radio. Vessels arriving from South America have to be fumigated. Ship Sanitation Control Certificates can be renewed.

Tendered in accordance with the Charter Party.