- Port Entry & Clearance Procedures
- Mandatory documentation submission timeline:
- 96h pre-arrival: Initial notification via PortNet
- 48h pre-arrival: Final ETA (±1h accuracy required)
- 24h pre-arrival: Complete crew list with passport numbers
- New digital clearance system:
- e-Declaration portal: https://portnet.mailiaoport.tw
- Blockchain-based document verification (SHA-256 encryption)
- QR code boarding passes for shore personnel
- Special requirements for sensitive cargoes:
- Military-related: TW-EXPORT license required
- Dual-use items: End-user certificates
- Radioactive materials: TAF approval
- Mandatory documentation submission timeline:
- Navigation & Channel Management
- Updated channel dimensions (2024 hydrographic survey):
- Main channel: 300m width × 20.5m depth (CD)
- Inner channel: 200m width × 18m depth (CD)
- Turning basin: 500m diameter × 22m depth
- Dynamic Under Keel Clearance (UKC) policy:
- VLCCs: Minimum 2.5m (tide + squat + swell)
- Containerships: Minimum 2.0m
- Real-time monitoring: UKC sensors at channel markers 3/7/11
- New AIS virtual boundaries:
- Safety zone: 0.5nm around LNG terminal
- Speed limit: 8kt within 1nm of fishing areas
- Automatic alerts for deviation >50m from centerline
- Updated channel dimensions (2024 hydrographic survey):
- Pilotage & Tug Services
- Enhanced pilot boarding requirements:
- Pilot ladder + accommodation ladder combo for freeboard >7m
- Night boarding: 100 lux illumination at waterline
- Helicopter transfer available (S-76C+ only, 48h notice)
- Tug allocation matrix:
Vessel Size (DWT) Minimum Tugs Total Bollard Pull (ton) <50,000 2 60 50,000-100,000 3 90 100,000-200,000 4 120 >200,000 4+ escort 150+ - Emergency tug standby:
- Position: 23°47’15″N 120°08’30″E
- Response time: <15 minutes
- Capability: 80t bollard pull + 10,000L/min firefighting
- Enhanced pilot boarding requirements:
- Berthing & Mooring Standards
- Updated mooring line requirements:
Vessel Type Head Lines Breast Lines Spring Lines Stern Lines VLCC 4+4 4+4 2+2 4+4 Containership 3+3 3+3 2+2 3+3 Chemical Tanker 4+4 4+4 3+3 4+4 - Mooring line inspection protocol:
- Certification: SWL markings visible
- Condition: No >10% diameter reduction
- Terminations: Thimbles properly seated
- New anti-snapback zones:
- Red painted areas on all berths (3m radius)
- Restricted access during line handling
- Mandatory PPE: Helmets + face shields
- Updated mooring line requirements:
- Cargo Operations & Hazard Management
- Advanced cargo declaration system:
- IMDG codes: Full 6-digit UN numbers required
- Containerized dangerous goods: Verified weight ±1%
- Bulk cargoes: TML and moisture certificates
- Special handling requirements:
- Heavy lifts (>100t): Wind speed ≤12m/s
- Temperature-sensitive: Continuous monitoring
- Project cargo: 3D stowage plan submission
- New gas detection protocol:
- Continuous monitoring at chemical berths
- Alarm thresholds: 10% LEL (warning), 20% LEL (evacuation)
- Calibration records required for all sensors
- Advanced cargo declaration system:
- Bunkering & Fuel Management
- MFM system specifications:
- Accuracy: ±0.5% of measured quantity
- Calibration: Valid TAF certificate
- Data recording: Minimum 1-second intervals
- Bunker sampling protocol:
- 4-way MARPOL samples (ship/barge/port/independent)
- Sealing: Tamper-proof numbered tags
- Dispute resolution: CCIC arbitration
- Low sulfur fuel availability:
- VLSFO 0.5%: Available at all berths
- MGO 0.1%: Berths 7-9, 21-24
- LNG bunkering: Pilot program at Berth 42
- MFM system specifications:
- Environmental Compliance
- Enhanced monitoring systems:
- Real-time air quality sensors at all berths
- Automated oil spill detection (radar + IR cameras)
- Underwater noise monitoring for marine mammals
- New waste handling fees:
Waste Type Fee (USD/ton) Minimum Charge Oily waste 85 300 Garbage 65 200 Chemical waste 120 500 - Ballast water management:
- D-2 standard mandatory for all vessels
- Port sampling: 10% of arrivals
- Penalties: $5,000 for non-compliance
- Enhanced monitoring systems:
- Crew Welfare & Port Services
- Updated shore leave policy:
- Vaccination requirements: WHO yellow card
- Restricted areas: Industrial zone requires escort
- Curfew: 2200-0600 for non-essential personnel
- Medical facilities:
- Port clinic: Trauma Level II capability
- Hyperbaric chamber: Available 24/7
- COVID testing: RT-PCR $120, antigen $40
- Repair services:
- Approved contractors list: FPG-AMC-2024
- Hot work permits: Minimum 6h processing
- Spare parts clearance: 72h for customs
- Updated shore leave policy:
- Emergency Response
- Updated contact matrix:
Emergency Type Primary Contact Secondary Contact Medical 119 (Code “Maritime”) Port Clinic +886-5-681-3050 Fire 118 Port Fire Station +886-5-681-3100 Pollution Port Control Ch.16 Marine Dept +886-5-681-3150 Security ISPS Hotline Coast Guard +886-5-681-3200 - New emergency equipment locations:
- Oil spill kits: Every 100m on berths
- Fire hydrants: 50m spacing (30 bar pressure)
- Emergency showers: All chemical berths
- Drill requirements:
- Monthly: Oil spill + fire
- Quarterly: Security (anti-piracy)
- Annual: Full port emergency
- Port Fees & Financial Regulations
- Revised 2024 tariff structure:
Service Unit Rate (USD) Notes Port Dues GT 0.25 Min $1,500 Anchorage Day 800-1,500 By DWT Pilotage Move 500-2,000 By LOA Tug Assistance Hour 400-800 By bollard pull - New payment requirements:
- Electronic transfer only (no cash)
- Guarantee letters from P&I clubs accepted
- Late payment penalty: 1.5% per month
- Revised 2024 tariff structure:
- Cyber Security Requirements
- Mandatory protections:
- ECDIS/ECS: Weekly vulnerability scans
- Network segmentation: OT/IT separation
- USB ports: Disabled except for approved devices
- Incident reporting:
- 24h deadline for cyber events
- Forensic analysis required for major breaches
- Penalties up to $10,000 for non-compliance
- Mandatory protections:
- Weather Restrictions
- Operational limits:
Operation Wind Limit (m/s) Wave Height (m) Current (kts) Berthing 12 1.5 2.0 Cargo Ops 15 N/A N/A Pilot Transfer 10 1.0 1.5 - Typhoon procedures:
- Stage 1 (Signal #3): Secure cargo
- Stage 2 (Signal #8): Evacuate non-essential
- Stage 3 (Signal #10): Full port closure
- Operational limits:
- Special Area Regulations
- LNG Terminal Zone:
- 500m exclusion radius
- No open flames within 1km
- ESD system test before approach
- Military Restricted Areas:
- NW Sector: Active Mon/Wed/Fri
- Live fire exercises: NOTAM issued
- Penalty: $50,000 for violations
- LNG Terminal Zone:
- Updated contact matrix:
Critical Operational Reminders
- All vessels must maintain updated charts: TA347 (2024 Ed.) + weekly NTM
- Radio silence periods: 0000-0030 daily for weather broadcasts
- Mandatory reporting points: 10nm, 5nm, 1nm from port entrance
- VHF channels: 16 (distress), 12/14 (operations), 08 (tugs)