Fiborgtangen (NOSKX)

Firborgtangen is a peninsula consisting of the former island, Valoya and reclaimed land by which the island is joined to the shore. A large paper mill stands on the reclaimed land. On the W side of Fiborgtangen, two breakwaters enclose an extensive timber pound.

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

Firborgtangen is situated 1.75nm ENE of Strandholmen.

The largest vessel handled, LOA 200m, 15,000DWT and draught 8.2m from the latest audit.

Anchorage is available in the bay in a depth of approx 20m, N and NE of the quay. Anchorage is prohibited in an area where electric power cables cross between Valoya and Hestoya.

BA 2307. Admiralty Pilot NP57B, NP286(2).

Pilotage is compulsory for all foreign vessels. Request for pilot should be made to agents not less than 24 hours before ETA at Grip Lighthouse. The usual pilot boarding point is near Grip Lighthouse. The pilot boat has orange upper works and a white hull with the word "LOS" on each side. The usual international signals may be used by a vessel requiring a pilot. In case of bad weather the pilot boat will lead ahead to sheltered waters. There is no anchorage for vessels awaiting a pilot.

The port limits are bounded by Holsandbukta.

Tugs can be ordered through local agent.

SKOGN 63°42.85'N 11°09.59'E UNCTAD LOCODE: NO SKX For details see: GENERAL NOTES KVITSШY PILOTS AND PILOT BOOKING CENTRE ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

FIBORGTANGEN 63є 43.00' N 11є 10.00' E UNCTAD LOCODE: NO SKX For details see: GENERAL NOTES KVITSШY PILOTS AND PILOT BOOKING CENTRE ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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Norwegian Coastal Radio station may be used for passing messages at long range. All coastal radio stations are operated 24 hours a day throughout the year. Inmarsat communication available up to Lat 75°N. VHF: Ch 16. Orland Radio, continuous watch. All calling should be on Ch 16.

Customs: Allowance for crew and officers is that stated on the Personal Effects List. Goods on the list are not to be taken ashore. Penalties for non compliance are severe fines. Immigration: Board at first port of call (cruise ships only). They require a Crew List and a Passenger List and will make random passport inspections. All passports should be available for a quick clearance which normally takes 15-20 minutes.

..... Document Copies 1. Crew List 1 2. Passenger List 1 3. Crew Personal Effects List 1 4. Ship's Stores List 1 5. Animal/Pets Aboard Certificate 1 6. Last Port Clearance Safety Certificates 1 7. Safety Equipment Certificate 1 8. Load Line Certificate 1 9. Radio Certificate 1 10. Construction Certificate 1

ETA to be advised to agents not less than 24 hours prior to ETA at Grip lighthouse. Confirmation of ETA is required 2 hours prior to arrival at Grip lighthouse. See country information.

Vessels will be cleared alongside.

NOR to be tendered in accordance with Charter Party when vessel is ready to start loading/discharging. When berth is not available for loading/discharging NOR to be tendered when anchoring or according to Charter Party.