Notices of Fuzhou Port to the Masters and Ship Operators

1. Pre-Arrival Documentation (FPA Circular 2024-11 + MSA Notice 2024-07 + FPA Addendum 2024-03):
  - Mandatory Submissions:
    - Electronic Pre-Arrival Declaration (ePAD) via Fuzhou MSA Portal 48hr prior
    - Crew vaccination records (WHO Yellow Book 2023 format)
    - Cyber security declaration (IMO MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3)
    - New: Anti-piracy equipment checklist (BMP5 2023)
  - Verification Requirements:
    - ECDIS updates compliant with IHO S-57 Edition 4.0
    - NAVTEX broadcasts (CH-518/490) for latest warnings
    - Critical: Verify AIS static data matches IMO database
2. Channel & Anchorage Management (MSA Notice 2024-09 + FPAN-2024-15 + Hydrographic Survey 2024):
  - Minjiang Estuary Channel:
    - Max draft: 15.8m (tide-dependent, consult Fuzhou Tide Table 2024)
    - Daylight transit only for vessels >200m LOA
    - No overtaking between Buoy #12-#18 (FPA Navigation Rule §12.3)
    - New: Current meters installed at 26°02’30″N 119°34’15″E
  - Anchorage Specifications:
    - Jiangyin Outer: GB/T 5862-2022 Class AA (CCS-FZ2024-0456)
      - Holding ground: Clay (shear strength 50kPa)
      - Max swing radius: 450m for VLCCs
    - Pingtan Offshore: Typhoon Shelter Grade 1 (MSA-FZ-2024-TS-001)
      - Emergency tugs on standby during Signal No.3+
      - Priority allocation for vessels >300m LOA
    - Restricted Zones:
      - Submarine cable area (26°04’00″N 119°30’00″E)
      - Military exercise zone (NOTAM 2024/FZ-07)

1. Dangerous Goods Handling (FPSC-2024 §5 + IMDG 2022 Amend.41-24 + MSA DG Notice 2024-08):
  - Class 1 Explosives:
    - Exclusive berthing at Luoxingtan Terminal (Zone D)
    - 500m exclusion zone during operations
    - Port security escort ($1,200/hour, min 4hr)
    - New: Blast fragmentation analysis required for >10kg TNT equivalent
  - Lithium Batteries (UN3480):
    - CCIC inspection certificate (valid 30 days)
    - On-deck stowage with thermal monitoring
    - Critical: SOC report for damaged batteries
  - Chemical Tankers:
    - Pre-wash certificates per MARPOL Annex II
    - Vapor return systems mandatory at Jiangyin Terminals
2. Bulk Cargo Operations (FPA Cargo Notice 2024-3 + IMSBC 2023 + CCS Bulk Advisory 2024):
  - Iron Ore Concentrates:
    - Moisture content ≤8% (Group A)
    - Can testing every 4hr during loading
    - TML certificate validity ≤3 months
    - New: Stockpile temperature monitoring
  - Coal Cargoes:
    - Continuous methane monitoring (≤1% LEL)
    - 50m hot work prohibition zone
    - Self-heating test before discharge
  - Grain Operations:
    - Fumigation notice 48hr in advance
    - Gas-free certificate required
    - Critical: No simultaneous cargo/hold cleaning

1. Bunkering Operations (FP Bunker Circular 2024-7 + OCIMF MEG4 + MEPC.366(79)):
  - Approved Suppliers:
    - Sinopec Fuel Oil (License FZ-2024-BUNK-001)
    - COOEC Bunker (License FZ-2024-BUNK-005)
    - New: Fujian CNOOC (License FZ-2024-BUNK-009, Gulei only)
  - Technical Requirements:
    - Mass flow meters for IFO transfers
    - Bonding resistance <10Ω (OCIMF Alert 2024-03)
    - Continuous VOC monitoring at Gulei
    - Critical: BDN must include sulfur content verification
2. Waste Management (FPA Env. Reg. 2024-2 + MARPOL Annex V + MEPC.1/Circ.834):
  - Plastic Waste:
    - No shore return – mandatory onboard incineration
    - Medical waste in red bins (separate manifest)
  - Oil Waste:
    - Digital waste tickets (FPA-WT-2024 system)
    - $5,000 penalty for record discrepancies
    - New: Sampling points per MEPC.362(79)

1. Emergency Protocols (FPSC-2024 §8 + FPA Contingency Plan 2024 + IMO MSC.1/Circ.1632):
  - Dragging Anchor:
    - Immediate VTS alert on Ch 16 + DSC distress
    - Secondary anchoring if >0.2nm movement
    - Position reporting every 15min
  - Oil Spill Response:
    - SMPEP activation within 30min
    - +86-591-8366-1199 for spills >1ton
    - Drone surveillance for Tier 2 spills
    - New: Dispersant pre-approval required
  - Medical Emergencies:
    - Designated hospital: Fuzhou General Hospital (WHO-EMT-2024-FZ01)
    - Mandatory telemedicine consultation
    - Critical: Hyperbaric chamber available (24hr notice)
2. Typhoon Preparedness (FPA Typhoon Plan 2024 + MSA Notice 2024-06 + IMO MSC.1/Circ.645):
  - Evacuation Protocol:
    - Signal No.3: Prepare engines, check moorings
    - Signal No.8: Mandatory departure to Pingtan
    - New: Tug standby list (FP Notice 2024-08)
  - Post-Storm Procedures:
    - Channel clearance verification required
    - Anchor damage assessment for >50kt winds
3. Cybersecurity (MSA Tech. Circular 2024-4 + IMO MSC.1/Circ.1632 + BIMCO Guidelines):
  - Pre-Entry Actions:
    - Disable non-essential network interfaces
    - Isolate ECDIS/BNWAS networks
    - New: USB port sealing required
  - Penalties:
    - $10,000 for unauthorized WiFi
    - $15,000 for unsecured OT systems

1. Crew Change Protocol (FPA/Immigration Joint Notice + ILO MLC 2023):
  - Approved Facilities:
    - Fuzhou Marriott Hotel (Quarantine Wing)
    - Holiday Inn Fuzhou Riverside (MSA-inspected)
    - New: Crew visa fast-track at Jiangyin Terminal
  - Procedures:
    - 24hr pre-approval via Crew Change Portal
    - Night delivery surcharge 20% (after 2000LT)
    - Critical: Seafarer’s identity document verification
2. Port Dues & Fees (FP Tariff 2024 Rev.2 + MSA Notice 2024-05):
  - Environmental Charges:
    - $0.15/GT for vessels >10,000GT
    - 50% discount for Tier III engines
    - New: Ballast water treatment surcharge $0.02/GT
  - Overtime Rates:
    - 2000-0600 LT: 150% standard rate
    - National holidays: 200% rate
    - Critical: Minimum 4hr call-out fee

Oversized Cargo Handling (FP Terminal Notice 2024-8 + IMO MSC.1/Circ.1574):
- Jiangyin Terminal 3:
  - Max single piece: 1,200 tons
  - Road escort for >8m width
  - Night moves prohibited for >500t cargo
  - New: Sea-fastening certificate required
Navigation Warnings (MSA Notice 2024-07 + NAVAREA XI 2024/15):
- Fishing nets marked on CH-14121 (Songxia area)
- Dredging near Jiangyin (25°31’12″N 119°46’18″E)
- Military exercise zones (NOTAM updates)
- New: Submerged pipeline survey (26°05’30″N 119°32’45″E)

Critical Contact Information

Service	Primary Contact	Secondary Contact	Availability
Fuzhou VTS	CH16	+86-591-8366-1111	24/7
Oil Spill Response	+86-591-8366-1199	vts.pollution@fzmsa.gov.cn	24/7
Port Health	+86-591-8333-6789	medical@fzport.gov.cn	0600-2200 LT
Cyber Incident Reporting	+86-591-8366-1122	cyber@fzmsa.gov.cn	24/7