| Anchorage Name | Location (Coordinates) | Area (km²) | Depth (m) | Bottom Type | Max Vessel DWT | Capacity | Primary Use | Restrictions & Safety Notes | Commercial Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kunsan Outer Anchorage | 35°58’N, 126°32’E (WGS84) | 3.2 | 15-20 | Mud/Sand (70/30 ratio) | 50,000 | 10 vessels (min 0.3nm spacing) | Waiting/Storm shelter/Pilot transfer | 1. Exposed to NW winds (fetch 15nm) 2. Currents 3.2kts max (KHOA 2023) 3. Prohibited during typhoon alerts ≥3 4. Night anchoring requires deck lights |
1. Bunkering (IFO380/MGO) 2. 24hr notice for >20,000 DWT 3. Pilot ladder port side only |
| Kunsan Inner Anchorage | 35°59’N, 126°30’E (WGS84) | 1.8 | 10-12 (chart datum) | Clay (shear strength 50kPa) | 30,000 | 6 vessels (berth priority system) | Cargo operations (bulk/containers) | 1. Tug required >20,000 DWT 2. Max LOA 200m 3. No anchoring in turning basin 4. Daylight ops preferred |
1. Fresh water 50T/hr 2. Stevedores available 3. Customs clearance onsite |
| Kunsan Quarantine Anchorage | 35°57’N, 126°31’E (WGS84) | 0.5 | 12-15 | Sand (median grain size 0.35mm) | 20,000 | 2 vessels | Health inspections (PHO-controlled) | 1. No crew transfer pre-clearance 2. Medical waste incineration only 3. Rat guards mandatory |
1. Free pratique clearance 2. Telemedicine available 3. Provisions delivery after inspection |
| Kunsan Emergency Anchorage | 35°56.5’N, 126°33’E (WGS84) | 2.0 | 18-22 | Hard Clay (shear strength 80kPa) | 70,000 | 3 vessels | Emergency repairs/disabled vessels | 1. 0.5nm safety radius 2. KCG approval required 3. Pollution containment mandatory |
1. Emergency repairs only 2. No commercial operations 3. Salvage coordination point |
Operational Specifications:
- Authority: Korea Port Authorities (KPA) under Maritime Safety Act Article 5
- Charts:
- KHOA Chart No. 1235 (2024 Ed.)
- Admiralty BA 1732 (NM 12/2023)
- ENC KR521131 (S-57 Ed. 4.0)
- Tides & Currents:
- Mean range: 3.5m (spring) – 1.8m (neap)
- Max current: 3.2kts at 126°31’E (flood)
- Storm surge: +1.2m (10yr event)
- Navigation:
- Pilotage: Compulsory >500 GT (KPA Reg. 17-2)
- VHF: Ch 16/12/09 (KCG Order 2021-4)
- AIS: Class A required (SOLAS Ch.V)
- Anchoring:
- Holding power: 3-5x vessel weight (mud)
- Swing radius: 3x LOA +50m
- Anchor watch: Continuous (KPA Rule 29)
Safety Critical Updates:
- Weather:
- Typhoon season: June-Sept (KMA alerts)
- Evacuation: Winds >25m/s (Signal 4)
- Fog: Nov-Mar (visibility <1nm)
- Restricted Areas:
- Naval zone: 0.8nm radius (yellow buoys)
- Cable areas: Chart marked “C.A.”
- Fishing zones: Seasonal closures
- Emergency:
- Kunsan VTS: +82-63-450-9114
- KCG: VHF 16/Phone 122
- Oil spill: +82-1588-5254
Commercial Services:
- Bunkering:
- IFO380/MGO (48hr notice)
- LNG bunkering: Not available
- Suppliers: SK/Hyundai (KPA-licensed)
- Utilities:
- Water: 50T/hr (certified)
- Garbage: IMDG categories A/B/C
- No sewage discharge (MARPOL)
- Operations:
- Turnaround: 24-72hrs
- Priority berthing: +15% fee
- Holidays: Korean public calendar
Regulatory Framework:
- Primary Laws:
- Maritime Safety Act 2023
- Port Act (Amendment 2022)
- MARPOL Annex I/IV/V
- Inspections:
- PSC: 25% for >10yr vessels
- Quarantine: e-Form Q-19
- Customs: ETA 24hr pre-arrival
