| Anchorage Name | Location (Coordinates) | Area (km²) | Depth (m) | Bottom Type | Max Vessel DWT | Capacity | Primary Use | Restrictions & Safety Notes | Commercial Notes | VHF Channel | Holding Power | Survey Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shijiu No.1 Anchorage | 35°22’30″N 119°33’15″E | 5.8 | 18-22 (CD -0.7m) |
Mud/Sand (70/30) Shear strength 50kPa |
200,000 | 8 vessels (min 500m spacing) |
General cargo Pilot transfer Bunkering (daylight) |
NE monsoon restricted (Oct-Mar) Max current 3.2 knots No anchoring N of 35°22’45″N |
Free ≤72hrs US$0.08/GT thereafter Bunker surcharge 15% |
CH 16 (primary) CH 12 (ops) |
Good (3.0) | 2023-11 |
| Shijiu No.2 Anchorage | 35°21’00″N 119°35’30″E | 4.2 | 16-20 (CD -0.7m) |
Clay with shell Shear strength 65kPa |
100,000 | 6 vessels (min 400m spacing) |
Coal waiting Quality inspection Survey area |
No bunkering Daylight ops preferred Max wind 25m/s |
Coal sampling area Surveyors on call US$0.07/GT |
CH 12 | Fair (2.5) | 2023-11 |
| Shijiu Oil Anchorage | 35°20’15″N 119°38’00″E | 3.5 | 20-25 (CD -0.7m) |
Soft mud Shear strength 40kPa |
300,000 | 4 vessels (min 800m spacing) |
Crude oil tankers Pre-loading inspection STS operations |
Class 1 explosive zone No hot work within 500m ESD system required |
Mandatory pre-inspection US$0.12/GT Cleaning surcharge 20% |
CH 08 (primary) CH 06 (ops) |
Excellent (3.8) | 2024-02 |
| Lanshan North Anchorage | 35°08’45″N 119°42’30″E | 8.4 | 25-30 (CD -0.7m) |
Sand/Shell (60/40) Shear strength 80kPa |
400,000 | 10 vessels (min 600m spacing) |
VLOC/VLCC Ore carriers Ballast exchange |
NW winds >7 Bft prohibited Max current 4.1 knots No anchoring W of 119°42’00″E |
40万吨级专用 US$0.10/GT Ballast fee waived |
CH 16 (primary) CH 14 (ops) |
Excellent (4.0) | 2024-03 |
| Lanshan South Anchorage | 35°06’00″N 119°45’15″E | 6.7 | 22-28 (CD -0.7m) |
Mud/Sand (50/50) Shear strength 55kPa |
250,000 | 8 vessels (min 500m spacing) |
General bulk Bunkering Provisions |
Strong tidal streams Daylight ops recommended Max swell 2.5m |
Bunkering with approval US$0.09/GT Provision surcharge 10% |
CH 12 | Good (3.2) | 2024-03 |
| Lanshan LNG Anchorage | 35°09’30″N 119°40’00″E | 2.8 | 18-22 (CD -0.7m) |
Firm clay Shear strength 70kPa |
150,000 | 2 vessels (min 1000m spacing) |
LNG carriers Emergency standby Gas-freeing |
500m exclusion zone No other vessels within 1nm Continuous monitoring required |
72hr pre-arrival notice US$0.15/GT Emergency surcharge 25% |
CH 11 (primary) CH 09 (emergency) |
Good (3.0) | 2024-01 |
| Shijiu Emergency Anchorage | 35°23’45″N 119°30’00″E | 1.5 | 15-18 (CD -0.7m) |
Rock/Sand patches Shear strength 30kPa |
50,000 | 2 vessels (min 300m spacing) |
Emergency only Medical cases Temporary repairs |
Poor holding ground Daytime use only Max stay 12hr |
No commercial ops No charges Medevac priority |
CH 16 | Poor (1.8) | 2023-09 |
| Lanshan Emergency Anchorage | 35°05’15″N 119°48’30″E | 2.0 | 20-24 (CD -0.7m) |
Compact sand Shear strength 45kPa |
100,000 | 3 vessels (min 400m spacing) |
Emergency only Engine repairs Storm shelter |
Port Control clearance required Max stay 48hr No cargo ops |
No charges Tug assistance available |
CH 16 | Fair (2.2) | 2023-09 |
| Lanshan Quarantine Anchorage | 35°07’00″N 119°47’00″E | 1.2 | 20-22 (CD -0.7m) |
Mud Shear strength 50kPa |
100,000 | 2 vessels (min 500m spacing) |
Health inspection Customs clearance Crew changes |
No crew transfer during inspection Medical waste disposal available |
Free for 24hr quarantine US$0.20/GT after |
CH 12 | Good (3.0) | 2024-04 |
| Shijiu Naval Anchorage | 35°24’30″N 119°29’00″E | 2.5 | 20-25 (CD -0.7m) |
Hard sand Shear strength 75kPa |
150,000 | 4 vessels (min 600m spacing) |
Government vessels Naval auxiliaries |
Civilian use prohibited Active monitoring zone |
Not available commercially | CH 10 (military) | Excellent (4.0) | 2023-12 |
Enhanced Operational Parameters:
| Parameter | Shijiu Area | Lanshan Area | Source | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tidal Range (Spring/Neap) | 3.8m/2.1m | 4.37m/2.3m | China Tide Tables 2024 Ed. | 2024-01-01 |
| Max Current Speed (Flood/Ebb) | 3.2/3.5 knots | 4.1/4.3 knots | Admiralty Chart 12351/24 | 2024-05-15 |
| Anchorage Holding Power | Factor 2.5-3.8 | Factor 3.0-4.0 | OCIMF 2023 Assessment | 2023-11-30 |
| Anchorage Fees (USD/day) | 0.07-0.12/GT | 0.09-0.15/GT | Port Tariff No.2024-03 | 2024-04-01 |
| Pilot Transfer Areas | 35°22’00″N 119°32’00″E (Daylight only) Max sea state 2m |
35°07’30″N 119°43’00″E (24/7 operation) Max sea state 2.5m |
MSA Notice 2024-07 Pilotage Regulation Art.8 |
2024-03-15 |
| Turnaround Time (avg) | 2-4 hours | 1-3 hours | Port Operations Manual v5.2 | 2024-06-01 |
| Max Wave Height | 2.5m (operational limit) | 3.0m (operational limit) | MSA Safety Notice 2024-15 | 2024-05-20 |
| Anchoring Time Limit | 7 days max | 10 days max | Port Regulations Art.12 | 2024-01-01 |
| Bunker Quality | ISO 8217:2017 | ISO 8217:2017 + local spec | CCS Fuel Quality Report | 2024-04-15 |
Critical Safety Enhancements (2024 Updates):
- New mandatory equipment requirements:
– All vessels >10,000GT must deploy anchor watch alarms
– LNG carriers require continuous gas monitoring systems - Enhanced monitoring:
– AIS tracking mandatory within 5nm of all anchorages
– Nighttime lighting requirements upgraded (minimum 2 lux) - Emergency protocols:
– New distress signal procedures for dragging anchor (3 short horn blasts + VHF CH 16)
– Designated rescue vessels on 30-minute standby - Environmental restrictions:
– Zero discharge policy within 3nm of all anchorages
– Mandatory use of eco-friendly anchoring techniques
Commercial Services Update:
| Service | Shijiu | Lanshan | Provider | Response Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bunkering | IFO 180/380 only | Full range (IFO/MGO/LNG) | Sinopec/COSCO | 12-24 hours |
| Fresh Water | 100t/hr max | 150t/hr max | Port Authority | 4 hours |
| Provisions | 24hr notice | 12hr notice | COFCO/Private | 6-12 hours |
| Slop Reception | Pre-booked only | 24/7 service | Green Oil | 8 hours/Immediate |
| Ship Repairs | Minor repairs only | Full services | COSCO Shipyard | 24-72 hours |
| Waste Disposal | Limited | Comprehensive | Port Clean | 12 hours |
Navigation Warnings (2024 Season):
- New underwater pipeline corridor (35°06’15″N 119°45’40″E to 35°06’30″N 119°46’20″E) – anchoring prohibited within 300m
- Increased fishing activity near Shijiu No.1 Anchorage (May-Sep) – mandatory radar watch from sunset to sunrise
- Military exercise areas may be activated within 10nm radius – monitor VHF CH 16/10 for real-time notices
- New temporary anchorage restrictions during:
– Typhoon season (Jul-Sep)
– Chinese New Year (Feb 10-24, 2024)
– National Day (Oct 1-7)
Emergency Contacts:
| Service | Shijiu | Lanshan |
|---|---|---|
| Port Control | +86-633-838-1234 VHF CH 16/12 |
+86-633-266-9110 VHF CH 16/14 |
| Medical Emergency | +86-633-120 VHF CH 16 |
+86-633-120 VHF CH 16 |
| Spill Response | +86-633-838-9119 | +86-633-266-9119 |
| Pilot Station | +86-633-838-8888 VHF CH 13 |
+86-633-266-8888 VHF CH 11 |
