1. NAVIGATIONAL & ANCHORAGE ADVISORIES
- Revised Anchorage Coordinates (2024 Hydrographic Survey):
- Anchorage F (Emergency): Updated position 36°25’20″N 119°54’10″E (WGS84) – granite bedrock confirmed by multibeam sonar
- New Anchorage G (Quarantine): 36°26’00″N 119°51’45″E with 50,000 DWT capacity – Sandy Clay holding verified
- Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS) Changes:
- Inbound lane adjusted to 245°T (±5°) from previous 240°T
- Speed limit 10 knots within 3nm of port entrance (enforced by AIS monitoring)
- New Hazards:
- Wreck at 36°23’45″N 119°58’20″E (1.5m clearance – marked by yellow special buoy)
- Underwater pipeline 36°24’50″N 119°55’35″E to 36°25’05″N 119°54’55″E (800m exclusion zone during maintenance)
2. PORT OPERATIONS & CARGO HANDLING
- Coal Terminals (Berths 4-6):
- Mandatory dust suppression when humidity <80% (real-time monitoring)
- Prohibited: Triton X-100 cleaning agents (MSDS pre-approval required for alternatives)
- Liquid Chemical Handling (Berth 9):
- Vapor return lines required for UN Class 3.1/3.2 cargoes (tested pre-operation)
- Cargo manifests must display UN Proper Shipping Names in Chinese characters
- Container Operations:
- Stowage plans must indicate DG segregation per IMDG Code 2024 Edition
- VGM certificates require weighing method code (1=weighed, 2=calculated, 3=approved alternative)
3. SAFETY & EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
- Oil Spill Response:
- Tier 1 response time: ≤90 minutes (24/7 standby)
- New containment boom stations at all anchorages (GPS-tracked deployment)
- Medical Emergency:
- Helicopter LZs at Berths 1/3/7 (max rotor diameter 20m)
- Decompression chamber available (pre-notice required for diving accidents)
- Fire Safety:
- Class 1 DG suppression kits mandatory for vessels carrying UN 1.1-1.3 explosives
- New: Thermal imaging cameras installed at oil terminals
4. DOCUMENTATION & COMPLIANCE
- Pre-Arrival Documents (72hrs prior ETA):
- Annex 4: Crew Health Declaration (including malaria exposure history)
- Annex 7: Cargo Securing Manual Approval Certificate
- Cyber Security Declaration per IMO MSC.1/Circ.1632
- Ballast Water Reporting:
- Retain samples for 30 days post-discharge
- UV treatment systems require calibration certificates
5. PORT CHARGES & SERVICES
| Service | Day (0800-1700) | Night/Overtime | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilotage (≥50,000 DWT) | $1,200 | $1,800 (+50%) | Harbor master approval required for VLCCs |
| Tug (80t BP) | $950/hr | $1,425/hr | Minimum 2 tugs for ships >200m LOA |
| AQI Surcharge (>150) | $0.25/GT/day | Waived if using shore power | |
| Anchor Monitoring | $150/day | First 24hrs complimentary | |
6. WINTER OPERATIONS (DEC-FEB)
- Anti-ice bubbling systems active at Berths 1-5 (activated at -5°C)
- De-icing required for mooring lines with >25mm ice accumulation
- Icebreaker standby (48hr notice required for assistance)
CRITICAL REMINDERS
- Submit final ETA update 6hrs before arrival (include draft/LOA)
- Report anchor drag >0.1nm immediately (VHF Ch 16/06)
- Obtain Port Clearance Certificate within 24hrs before departure
Port Authority Contacts:
- VHF: Ch 16 (Emergency) / Ch 12 (Operations)
- Email: portcontrol@laizhou.gov.cn (acknowledged within 1hr)
- Emergency: +86 535 6243 9110 (Duty Officer)
Document Control: LPA-NTM-2024-v3 · Valid Until: 2025-01-31 or until amended
