Kavieng (PGKVG)

Kavieng, the principal port of New Ireland, offers a sheltered harbour protected from ocean swells although vessels on the berth, which lies N/S, may be exposed to the NW'ly monsoon. Imports are tinned fish and meat; exports include copra, rubber, cocoa and timber.

Tropical.

Kavieng is located at the NW tip of New Ireland.

Largest vessel handled: "Astro Gold", bulk carrier, 17,677DWT.

The harbour has ample room for anchoring at the S end but the N end is restricted. Prohibited anchorage: A submarine cable is laid NE across the main channel from the SE extremity of Nago Island and anchoring in its vicinity is prohibited. Quarantine anchorage: Quarantine anchorage lies 0.5nm SW of East Reef Light beacon in a depth of approx 18.0m. Other anchorages are (positions relative to Main Wharf): In a depth of 18.0m (0.15nm W). In depths of 13.0 -15.0m (0.37nm NNW), sand and coral with limited swinging room. The channel in the vicinity of this anchorage is narrowed to approx 0.2nm by reefs and shoal water extending from both sides.

The main approach to Kavieng Harbour is via Steffen Strait and Nusa Channel and then through the S entrance (02°37'S 150°46'E) to the harbour. The deep water approach depths are 18.0 - 27.0m, due to coral growth.

Aus 666, 667. Admiralty Pilot NP60, NP286(4).

1025.

Pilotage is not compulsory. Pilot is available from Rabaul Port with 48 hours notice. Pilot boarding position 02°37.4'S 150°44.6'E, Edmago Island E end bearing 353° by 0.47nm.

The approach channel is to be entered during daylight only due to the presence of off lying reefs and islands. Swinging manoeuvres in the harbour area are only safely carried out by vessels under LOA 150m of less than 5,000DWT.

Range 1.2m.

Prevailing winds: NW'ly.

KAVIENG, NEW IRELAND 2°35.00'S 150°47.38'E UNCTAD LOCODE: PG KVG For details see: RABAUL PILOT REQUIREMENTS ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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VHF: Call "Kavieng Port Control" : Ch 06, 12 and 16. Listening watch maintained during working hours and non working hours when vessels are expected. Port Authority: Tel: +675 984 2182, Fax: +675 984 1408. Email: tony.willis@pngharbours.com.pg.

ETA to be sent at least 12 hours in advance through Rabaul with confirmation 4 to 5 hours before arrival.

Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates available.