Charco Azul Terminal (PACHA)

The Pacific Oil Terminal consists of two docks designed to handle crude oil and other petroleum products. Other operations that can be carried out are blending, transhipment and transportation via pipeline across the Panama Isthmus to the Atlantic coast at Chiriqui Grande.

Tropical.

Charco Azul, also known as Petro Terminal de Panama, lies on the Pacific coast on the W side of the Charco Azul Bay and on the E side the Burica peninsula, approx 6km S of Armuelles, Panama.

Max LOA 339.76m, beam 60m, draught 22.55m and 321,300DWT.

Approx 14,000,000t of cargo handled annually.

The area immediately to the E of the terminal is very deep. The NE area of the Bahia Charco Azul is believed to be the appropriate area to anchor. Holding ground is reported to be good. Suitable water may be found 6nm E of the terminal. The following anchorages are centred on the below positions: ..... Name Latitude Longitude A 08° 15.000'N 82° 47.000'W B 08° 15.000'N 82° 45.000'W C 08° 15.000'N 82° 43.000'W

Approaches to the terminal are from the S to the SE. Depths vary alongside the seaward edge of Berth No 01 from 26.0-32.0m and then decreases drastically to less than 20.0m alongside either side of the berth upon heading more than 15m towards the shoreline. It is worth noting that S of the berth, the depths decrease further with soundings of 1.6m and 5.4m being found 43nm and 65nm, respectively, SW of the loading platform. Berth No 02 on the other hand has depths that vary between 28.0m and 32.0m alongside the seaward edge of the berth. The depths decrease further to less than 15.0m after heading more than 17nm towards the shoreline from the seaward berth on either side.

BA 2493, 2496, 1020. Admiralty Pilot NP8, NP286(7).

1025.

Mooring operations require the use of tugs. On approach to the berths at a distance of 1nm the vessel must maintain a speed of 1kts, once the vessel is 0.5nm from the berths they must reduce their speed to 0.5kts. Finally once the vessel is within 0.5nm from the berths, then the vessel must maintain a speed of 0.2kts. It is worth noting that the final approach to the berths, that the speed of the vessel will be constantly monitored by Master and fed back to the Pilot. Berth No 01 is provided with four mooring and breast dolphins as well as 1 triple hook per mooring dolphin and 2 double hooks per breast dolphin. Berth No 02 is provided with 6 mooring dolphins and four breast dolphins as well as 1 triple hook per mooring dolphin and 2 double hooks per breast dolphin. Berth No 01 is equipped with pivoting timber-faced fenders on the breasting dolphins. The outer dolphins are approx 112m apart and are equipped with double-quick release hooks and power capstans. Whereas the two inner dolphins are spaced approx 66m apart and equipped with the same double-quick release hooks and power capstans. The mooring dolphins for both berths are equipped with three quick release hooks and power capstans. Berth No 02 is equipped with pivoting timber-faced fenders on two breast dolphins and Yokohama pneumatic Fenders on the two remaining breast dolphins. The two outer dolphins are spaced approx 105m apart and are equipped with double quick release hooks and power capstans. Whereas the two inner dolphins are approx 65m 216 apart and equipped with the same are double quick release hooks and power capstans. The six mooring dolphins for Berth No 02 There are six mooring are equipped with 3 each quick release hooks and power capstans. Manifold: The loading arm size requires the vessel's manifolds to be a min of 12" for Berth No 01 and 16" for Berth No 02. Vessels over 250,000DWT are accepted only if the machinery and mooring leads allow an efficient bow and stern mooring line pattern plus bow to manifold distance. The preferred flange spacing fore and aft is 10’-10’-10’ (or less) between centres. It is worth noting that in no case can the distance be less than 5’ 3” - 3’ 7” - 5’ 3”. For Berth No 01 and 02 the vertical distance from water level to the centreline of the manifold must not exceed 22m.

Pilotage is compulsory to and from the terminal and is available throughout 24 hours. Pilots board in the following position 8 °11’N., 082°49’W and it is recommended a course of 295° (True) or higher to proceed from pilot station to Berth No 01 & 02. The following procedures are in place: ..... 1. Vessels should not approach the immediate vicinity of the terminal without being authorised. 2. The outgoing or unberthing vessel will have priority over the incoming vessel providing the normal rules of navigation are not infringed. 3. Vessels must maintain a speed of 4-6kts when embarking the pilot. 4. Vessels should make a lee for the pilot and the ladder should conform to normal international standards. 5. Discharging vessels should place the ladder on the starboard side when on a N'ly heading. 6. Loading vessels must place the ladder on the portside when on a N'ly heading. 7. Vessels with a freeboard of 9.0m or more shall provide a suitable accommodation ladder, in addition to the pilot ladder. 8. Vessels shall have both anchors ready for use. 9. Masters will advise the terminal, before berthing, of any damage or disability to their vessel.

Principal Navigational Lights: ..... 1. Isla Burica 08°01'N., 082°52.5'W, Fl W 10s 12M, exhibited from a metal framework tower which is 34m in height and solar powered. 2. Puerto Armuelles, 08°16'N., 082°52'W. An occulting light is exhibited from the head of the pier in combination with a fixed red light. 3. At the terminal, Nos 1 and 2 berth exhibit flashing lights, Fl R 1s. Note: The port is not supported with any leading or range lights.

A 500m safety zone comes into effect during cargo operations at the terminal. As a result, all equipment must be intrinsically safe and certain objects are prohibited including; mobile phone, pagers, naked light. In the event that swell conditions create vessel movements which raises the concern to the safety of mooring and cargo operations, then operations will be suspended and loading arms disconnected. Wind restrictions: There will be no berthing operations in wind conditions that exceed 10m/s or it is forecasted to be more than 15m/s. No cargo operations will take place in winds that exceed 15m/s, except in emergency situations. If the weather is on the borderline, then the lines may remain connected however they should be drained empty. During cargo operations, winds that exceed 15m/s will be halted and the arm will be drained. For vessels ready to clear the berths and the winds exceed 22m/s, they must be aware that the moorings will not hold the vessel alongside. PTP control will provide instructions and tugs will be called on standby. Visibility: In the event that the visibility is less than the vessel's LOA and under 50,000DWT, the berthing/unberthing will be suspended. All vessels over 50,000DWT may sail and berth if the visibility is at least 1.0nm. Storms: All cargo operations will be halted for electrical storms, whether an IG and/or vapour control system is in use. All tank openings, tank-venting systems (including IG mast riser isolating valve) and manifold valves must be closed. Restricted zones: All vessels must remain cautious and give a wide berth arriving and departing the terminal from the S due to fish farm nets and associated activities including small craft. An extensive shallow zone between 43-104nm SE of the terminal. Specific depths are as follows: ..... Lat Long Depth 1. 8°12'35.5''N 82°52'21.2'W 0.9m 2. 8°12'35.5''N 82°52'20.8'W 3.1m 3. 8°12'35.8''N 82°52'20.2'W 8.1m 4. 8°12'35.9''N 82°52'19.4'W 11.1m Note: The depths are unsurveyed and as a result the depths included may be more shallow and as a result should be avoided.

Range 2.3m. MHWS 3.65m; MHWN 2.31m. Strong currents in a N/S direction have been experienced close to the berths but they are unpredictable. On the Pacific coast, a large tide may be experienced which can range between 15-18ft. Waves: On average the wave height may exceed 3.9ft throughout the year.

No regulated traffic system is in place, however, it is routinely followed that outgoing vessels are given priority over incoming vessels.

Tugs are to be ordered at least 4hrs in advance however may be mobilised 1hr in advance. Both tugs are 5,000BHP. Tugboat's line is used for towing. When working tugs alongside, overboard outlets will be closed.

The port is well sheltered except for winds from directions between ENE and S. It is unusual for winds of any great strength to blow into the bay and SE winds are rare. When they occur, they are of short duration. It has been reported that dense haze in the early morning can make it difficult to recognise conspicuous landmarks. Winds: Dec-Mar prevailing winds W'ly, NWN'ly and NE'ly. In Jan the majority of the winds are W'ly, NW'ly, N'ly and NE'ly. Apr-May prevailings winds S'ly, SW'ly, N'ly and NW'ly. These winds may exceed 6m/s. Jun-Aug prevailing winds S'ly, SW'ly and W'ly, these winds may exceed 6m/s. Sep-Nov prevailing winds S'ly, SW'ly, W'ly and NW'ly. These winds may exceed 6m/s. Rain: Dec-Apr are considered as the dry season and Jun-Nov are considered the rainy season.

CHARCO AZUL 8°12.96'N 82°52.33'W UNCTAD LOCODE: PA CHA ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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UKHO WEEKLY CORRECTIONS WEEK 48/13 Charco Azul Port Information Manual, (RSDRA2013000240798), 48/13 ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

PTP contact info VHF: Ch 13, 14 (working channel), 16 (PTP Control) Call sign: PTP Control Telephone: + +507 770 7261; +507 770 7246 (ext. 310) Email: operations@petroterminal.com; opeca@petroterminal.com Pilots contact info VHF: Ch 11, 12, 13, 14 Telephone: + 507 6616 3755 (mobile); +507 770 7246 (ext. 310) Email: operations@petroterminal.com Tugs contact info VHF: Ch 11, 12, 13, 14, 16 Port Operators (Panama City) contact info Telephone: + 507 2637 777 Facsimile: + 507 2639 949 Email: info@petroterminal.com Port Operators contact info Telephone: +507 7756 513 Facsimile: +505 7754 958 Vessels should establish VHF communication with the terminal as soon as they are within range. If required to wait off the terminal, a listening watch should be maintained. Frequency allocation: ..... Ch 01 Terminal operations channel Ch 11 Alternate channel for cargo Ch 13 Tugs and berthing Ch 16 Call up channel. Vessels at anchor maintain listening watch. May also be used for vessel on initial contact to agents before switching to the appropriate channel Communication with agents: Vessels may contact their agents by using Ch 16 (using bridge set) and shifting to a working channel other than Ch 11, 13, 14. Communications while at dock: The terminal will provide a portable radio for the use of the vessel's person in charge of petroleum and ballast transfer operations. The person in charge must maintain the radio in their possession at all times and it must not be changed to any other channel unless instructed to do so by "PTP Control". The dock hand is equipped with a portable radio on the cargo working channel. A third radio is permanently installed in the dock shed. All communications are conducted in English.

Masters must allow the following representatives aboard their vessel for purposes related to the free pratique and operation process: Terminal Representatives, Panama Maritime Authority, Customs, Quarantine and Immigration Authorities Shore leave is permitted by the local authorities. Crew members should check in at the Customs/Immigration gatehouse when leaving and returning to the terminal area. Shore Passes should be obtained from the vessel's agent and should be produced when requested by the Authorities.

The following documents are required for entry and clearance: ..... Documents. Copies 1. General Declaration 6 2. Clearance from Last Port of Call 1 3. Cargo Manifest or Declaration that no cargo is carried 4 No cargo is carried 5 4. Crew List 6 5. Passenger List or Declaration that no passengers are carried 6 6. Stores List or Declaration that there are no supplies 6 7. Crew Personnel Effects Declaration 2 8. Maritime Health Declaration 2 9. Vaccination List 2 10. Nil Arms/Ammunitions 6 11. Bill of Lading 5 12. Previous (last 4) Ports of Call List. 4

ETA may be sent via ships agents who will notify the terminal, or directly to the Charco Azul Control Room via e-mail - opeca@petroterminal.com. ETA to be sent 72 hours prior to arrival, and again 48, 24 and 12 hours, prior to arrival, stating the expected hour of arrival and thereafter shall advise Petroterminal de Panama (PTP) of any variation of more than four hours. All communications should be in Charco Azul local time. Pre Arrival Information should include the following: ..... 1. Vessel's name/IMO/Call sign 2. ETA Pilot Station or anchorage area (local time) 3. LOA and arrival draught 4. Defects that may adversely affect safe operations and cargo handling 5. Manifold details (type, size, number) 6. Last five last previous cargoes 7. Vessel's tank condition (oxygen, H2S) 8. Security level of vessel prior to arrival 9. Vessel's displacement on arrival 10. Slop’s condition 11. COW requesting ETA should include: ..... 1. Vessel's Name 2. ETA Pilot Station 3. Arrival Draught 4. Quantity of product to be loaded / discharged. 5. Any conditions that will affect loading or discharging operations 6. Deviations from the recommended fittings

Every vessel shall fly their national flag and the Republic of Panama flag between sunrise and sunset.

All loading vessels are requested to use an Early Departure Procedure (EDP): ..... 1. If the Master of a vessel consents to use EDP, it will be implemented in the following manner: a. The Master will sign a letter agreeing to use EDP. b. The cargo documents and other relevant forms will be placed aboard the vessel. c. On completion of loading, the vessel's tanks will be gauged by the vessel's appointed cargo inspector, whose inspection is expected to be completed prior to sailing. d. The vessel will sail. e. The terminal will transmit Bill of Lading figures to the vessel by VHF. The cargo documents are to be completed by the Master. f. Written confirmation of these figures will be provided by the vessel's agent in the canal zone. 2. If the Master of a vessel does not agree to use EDP the vessel will be unberthed immediately after loading and should proceed to the pilot station. Terminals representative will bring papers by launch or tug. 3. Vessels are requested to unberth once loading arms have been disconnected regardless of the time set on the sailing board. A terminal launch will be available for returning crew to vessel. 4. If a vessel fails to vacate its berth upon completion of operations or causes delay to cargo operations because of mechanical breakdown, inadequate loading/discharging rates, lack of adequate crew, non compliance with these rules, the vessel will be responsible for: a. Jetty demurrage at the applicable rates. b. Hold PTP harmless against demurrage detention or loss of any nature incurred as a result of other vessels awaiting berth. c. Cost of tugs requested to stand by the vessel by the terminal representative, if, in his opinion, he considers it necessary. Smoking: It is prohibited in the following locations: Entire terminal zone, aboard launches, aboard jetties, motor vehicles and ships (designated areas will be granted and agreed by the Representative of the Terminal). Will be strictly prohibited throughout the port in the event of an oil spill and will be enforced until the spill is cleared. H2S: In the event that any high H2S alarms sound (higher than 5ppm on deck) then control must be notified immediately. All personnel must take the danger of H2S into account when handling crude oil and be under the assumption that all crude oil is H2S positive. Dangerous Cargo: No dangerous cargo shall be permitted to be shipped or landed at the jetties. Whilst petroleum loading/discharging operations are being carried out, no other cargo will be handled without permission of the terminal's representative. COW: Crude Oil Washing (C.O.W.) may only be performed with prior authorisation from the Terminal during discharge. Vessels must follow all procedures and will be granted permission if the vessel does not cause delays. Emergency Procedure: In the event of an oil spill, line rupture or any cause which may require an immediate shut down, then the vessel must advise the control room with 'STOP, STOP, STOP'. As a result the valves will be halted on the terminal side and the vessel shall close its manifolds valves. The vessel will then be advised when the shore valves are reopened and cargo operations may be resumed. It is worth noting that the manifolds must not be closed with pressure in the line. Emergency towing off pennant/towing off wires must be paid out as near centre line as possible. Then positioned at the offshore bow and quarter whilst alongside with an eye maintained approx a meter above water level in order to allow tugs to connect without assistance from the vessel's crew. Fire: For cases of fire on vessel, in addition to the normal vessel's alarms, Masters are requested to sound a prolonged blast on the main whistle of not less than 10 sec duration. If the vessel is discharging or deballasting it should: ..... 1. Immediately cease operations. 2. Initiate fire fighting procedures. 3. Be prepared to unberth at short notice. If loading cargo, the terminal will, on hearing the signal, immediately stop all operations and: ..... 1. Initiate fire fighting procedures from jetty. 2. Disconnect loading arms. 3. Order tugs to vessel and make preparations for unberthing. 4. Vessels at other berths should also cease operations and be prepared to put to sea.

In accordance with standard international practice, vessels are required to display International Code of Signals flag for vessels requiring free pratique and these should be displayed until pratique has been granted. The Autoridad Portuaria Nacional (APN) permits employees of PTP to board vessels (before vessel receives free pratique) for the purposes of setting loading arms. Discharge of cargo is not permitted and employees of PTP are not permitted in vessel's accommodation areas before clearance is granted. A doctor will be allowed onboard only in an emergency. Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates can be issued.

NOR is considered to be received by the terminal if either: ..... 1. Vessel tenders the NOR to load or discharge upon arrival at the pilot station or 2. When a berth is not available and a vessel elects not to close the port, it may tender its NOR at a distance of 15nm from the terminal. In this case notice is considered received at this time plus 2 hours. Nothing in these rules will interfere with any business arrangements made by PTP and the user in respect of lay time, demurrage and other contractual obligations.