Colonia (UYCYR)

Mainly used for ferry services to Buenos Aires and general cargo. The port consists of an angled breakwater and a basin with three quays.

Summer.

Colonia is situated on the N shore of the River Plate.

Draught 5.48m.

Approx 9,000t of cargo, 140,000 vessels and 2,000,000 passengers handled annually.

Outer Anchorage: The anchorage is 0.6nm WNW from Colonia Light (34°28.5'S 057° 51.0'W) in a depth of 7.0m mud with good holding ground. Vessels of shallower draught can anchor closer to the town. In bad weather coastal vessels can find shelter NW of Isla San Gabriel (34°28.5'S 057°53.2'W).

Approach and entry: The port approaches are encumbered by islands, reefs and banks. From the SW the port is approached through Canal del Farallon and entered through Canal San Gabriel (34°29.0'S 057°54.0'W). From the N the port is approached through Canal del Medio (34°28.0'S 057°54.5'W) with entrance also through Canal San Gabriel. From the E approach and entry is through Canal del Norte. Canal San Gabriel provides access to Puerto de Colonia. It has a depth of 3.7m. Canal del Medio has a minimum depth of 2.8m. SW approaches: From a position in Canal del Farallon approx 0.3nm N of KM 54 Lightbuoy (34°30.6'S 057°56.2'W), the line bearing 068° of Colonia Light (34° 28.5'S 057°51.0'W) leads between the reef extending 0.3nm SE from Isla Farallon and the dangerous wreck (0.7nm SSE), marked by a lightbuoy (isolated danger), in a least depth of 4.0m. When clear of the bank and of the dangerous wreck lying 0.8nm E of Isla Farallon Light, steer towards Isla Gabriel (1.5nm ENE), which is low and covered in brushwood, until approx 0.5nm distant, from where the track leads E, through Canal San Gabriel, passing (with position from Isla Faralon Light): Between No 1 Lightbuoy (port hand) 1.5nm ENE and Bajo Garnet marked by No 2 Lightbuoy (W cardinal) 1.25nm E, then: S of Bajo Ruby extending 0.15nm SE of Isla San Gabriel. No 4 Lightbuoy (starboard hand) is moored 0.3nm SE of the island and marks Barra de Colonia, then: S of Banco La Laja (2.5nm ENE), the E end of which dries. When this portion is just visible there are depths of 4.9m over Barra de Colonia, then: SE of Roca Anita (2.75nm ENE), a buoy (red conical) is moored close NE of the rock. From this position Puerto Franco 0.7nm E, or the anchorage can be approached. E approaches: From a position S of Punta Negra (34°28.8'S 057°51.0'W) the track continues W, approx 0.5nm offshore, passing (with positions from Colonia Light): S of the breakwater at Puerto Franco, 0.5nm SE, marked by lights at its E and W extremities. Within the port a light (green tower, concrete base 5m in height) is shown from the W jetty head. Then the track leads NW: SW of Punta San Pedro, from which Puerto de Colonia Light (white round masonry tower, square base, 12m) is exhibited. Mariners should maintain a distance of a least 0.25nm off the point as the outgoing tidal stream sets towards the point at rates of up to 2.5kts, after which the anchorage (0.6nm NW) can be approached. Useful marks: Puerto Franco, Breakwater E Head, Light (34°28.8'S 057°50.2'W) Puerto Franco, Breakwater W Head, Light (34°28.9'S 057°50.8'W) Santa Rita, Breakwater Head, Light, (red beacon) (34°28.2'S 057°51.1'W) Caution: It is reported that depths in Canal del Medio between Isla Farallon and Isla San Gabriel may be less than those charted.

BA 2004, 3561. Admiralty Pilot NP5, NP286(7).

Available, Prefectura Nacional Naval.

1020.

Compulsory for all foreign vessels in the estuary. A vessel entering the estuary may proceed as far as Rada de Montevideo (35°00'S 056°14.0'W) or Practicos(Pilots) Recalada Lightfloat (35°04.0'S 055°58.0'W) without a pilot. All vessels proceeding farther into the estuary must obtain a pilot from the lightvessel. Notice of ETA is required 48hrs in advance. The pilot will conduct a vessel to the roadstead off Puerto de La Plata (34°47.0'S 057°51.0'W). If the vessel is proceeding to Buenos Aires, or further up the river, a river pilot will board at La Plata. Vessels entering Rio de La Plata must use pilots of the nationality of their port of destination, and when leaving must use pilots of the nationality of the port of departure.

..... Landmarks Position Notes Radio tower 34°28.4'S 057°50.7'W Grey metal frameworks, red lights 84m in height Chimney 34°28.2'S 057°50.1'W Red and white bands,39m in height Tank 34°28.0'S 057°50.4'W Major Lights Cerro de Montevideo Light 34°53.0'S 057°54.0'W Practicos Recalada Light-float 35°04.0'S 055°58.0'W La Toma Light 34°49.0'S 057°54.0'W Racons on: Practicos Recalada Light-float As above No 30 Lightbuoy (port hand) 35°01.5'S 057°11.4'W Km 81 Lightbuoy (safe water) 34°42.2'S 057°30.1'W Km 57 Lightbuoy (safe water) 34°44.0'S 057°45.0'W Km 37 Lightbuoy (starboard hand) 34°40.0'S 057°58.0'W

MHWS 1.0m; MLWS 0.5m. Currents: Rada de Colonia is protected from all but SE to SW winds. Storms from this quarter can cause a current to set in the direction of the wind at a rate of up to 4kts.

Uruguayan Maritime Movement Control and Information System: This system applies to all vessels entering or leaving Uruguayan waters. It covers the area W of Longitude 50°50'W and SW of a line bearing 128° from Arroio Chui Light (33° 45.0'S 053°22.0'W). Vessels are required to report on entering specified zones and maintain RT listening watch.

Prevailing winds: E'ly, SW'ly.

COLONIA 34°28.70'S 57°50.47'W UNCTAD LOCODE: UY CYR For details see: URUGUAY - MARITIME MOVEMENT CONTROL AND INFORMATION SYSTEM ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 25/21 SOHMA correspondence, (RSDRA2021000151969), 25/21

Cerrito Radio, Montevideo can be used for long range communications. The station works throughout 24 hours. Inmarsat communication is possible. VHF: Ch 16, 11 and 09.

Customs: There are no restrictions regarding personal effects provided they are previously declared on the Crew Personal Effects List. Goods not declared are confiscated. Immigration: All passengers' passports must be shown.

Refer to country information.

Refer to country information.

See "Standard messages" above.

Free pratique can be requested by radio. A message should be sent to the authorities, via the ship's agent, 48 hours prior to arrival. The message must include the number of crew and the full names of the Master.

NOR should be tendered in accordance with Charter Party terms. This is alongside if berth is free on arrival or on anchoring in the port roads if berth is occupied or if charterer, for any reason, does not accept vessel alongside. If loading at more than one port, NOR should be presented at first loading port only, unless otherwise stated in the relevant Charter Party or contract; notwithstanding that the Master is obliged to keep agents/charterers well informed of progress and position whilst shifting between ports.

The following standard messages are sent to an approaching vessel from its agent: Approaching from the E: According to regulations, it is essential to maintain continuous VHF listening watch on Ch 16 on passing meridian 050°50'W for Control Centre La Paloma (callsign "CWC 30" or Ch 16). On passing meridian 053° 50'W, Control Centre Punta del Este on Ch 16. Passing meridian 055°30'W and 057° 21'W, Alpha Zone on Ch 16, parallel 35°20'S Bravo Zone, roads and port area on Ch 11 or 13. If communications cannot be established through La Paloma or Punta del Este cable ship's agent and Montevideo Control Centre urgently, informing date/hour of passing their area. Pilot with berthing instructions will board at 35°00'S 056°14'W. Important: ..... 1. Uruguayan flag over any other flag placed on port side. 2. Gangway to be placed in position only after berthing, safety net and lifebuoy should be fitted immediately. 3. On completion of mooring, rat guards should be fitted on all lines. 4. Radio agent as soon as possible requesting pratique advising last port of call, sailing date, total number of crew, full name of Master. Enter port without flying "Q" flag only after confirmation that pratique has been granted. 5. In case of dangerous/inflammable IMO cargo onboard vessels should fly red flag/show a red light at night and advise number of packages and class of cargo onboard, total gross weight and stowage plan. 6. Once berthed, or anchored advise agent of time. 7. Radio ETA and arrival draught to agent. Approaching from the S: According to regulations it is essential to contact and maintain a listening watch on Ch 16 with Prefectura Punta del Este on passing meridian 055°30'W. After this position contact Control port of Montevideo. If communications cannot be established cable the vessel's agent and Montevideo Control Centre urgently, informing them of the date/hour of passing their area to avoid fines. Pilot will board with berthing instructions at 35°00'S 056° 14'W. Advise ETA and arrival draught.