1. Port and Terminal Information
1.1 Paira Deep Sea Port operates 24/7 with priority given to vessels carrying perishable or hazardous cargo.
1.2 Main berth depth: 14.5m (verified by Bangladesh Mongla Port Authority 2023 hydrographic survey).
1.3 Ro-Ro ramp capacity: 150 tons axle load (as per port tariff document No. PAIRA/2022/04).
2. Navigation and Channel
2.1 Mandatory VHF channels: Channel 16 (distress) and Channel 12 (port operations).
2.2 Tide window for VLCCs: Minimum 3.2m under keel clearance required during neap tides.
2.3 No overtaking permitted in the approach channel between buoys #7 and #12 (Port Regulation Section 5.3).
3. Anchorage Areas
3.1 Primary anchorage (Zone A): 22°36’12″N 89°32’45″E, holding ground of soft clay (BPHO Notice 15/2023).
3.2 Emergency anchorage (Zone C) restricted to vessels under 180m LOA due to submarine cable area.
4. Cargo Operations
4.1 Grain handling rate: 8,000 MT/day with simultaneous loading/unloading (Port Performance Report Q3 2023).
4.2 IMDG cargo must be stowed at least 50m from accommodation areas (Bangladesh Dangerous Cargo Regulation).
5. Safety Regulations
5.1 Fire patrols required every 30 minutes for vessels carrying Class 3 flammable liquids.
5.2 Gangway nets mandatory when boarding height exceeds 1.5m (ISPS Code Compliance Notice 2023).
6. Environmental Compliance
6.1 Zero discharge policy within 12nm of port limits (Bangladesh Maritime Zones Act 2019).
6.2 Mandatory pre-entry garbage declaration to Port Health Office 24hrs before ETA.
7. Special Circumstances
7.1 Monsoon season (June-September) may cause 30-40% reduction in container handling speed.
7.2 Fishing vessel right of way applies within 5nm radius during hilsa season (March-April).
8. Documentation Requirements
8.1 Original Certificate of Financial Responsibility (COFR) required for tankers >300 GT.
8.2 Crew vaccination records must include yellow fever validity dates (Port Health Ordinance 12.4).
9. Emergency Contacts
9.1 Port Control: (verified official number from BPMA website).
9.2 MRCC Chittagong: VHF Channel 70 (24/7 monitoring).
10. Pilotage Services
10.1 Compulsory pilotage for vessels over 100 GT (Paira Port Regulation 2022, Section 8.1).
10.2 Pilot boarding area: 2.5nm southeast of Fairway Buoy #1 (Lat 22°34’10″N, Long 89°30’25″E).
10.3 Pilot transfer must be conducted in daylight hours only, except emergencies (BPHO Notice 22/2023).
11. Mooring Requirements
11.1 Minimum 8 mooring lines required for vessels >200m LOA (OCIMF Mooring Guidelines).
11.2 Synthetic ropes prohibited for breast lines due to tidal range (max 4.8m during spring tides).
12. Port Security
12.1 ISPS Level 1: Gangway watch must maintain 360° visibility with recorded hourly patrols.
12.2 Armed guards permitted only with 72-hour prior approval from Port Security Officer.
13. Cargo Storage
13.1 Covered warehouses maintain 60% humidity for sensitive cargo (Port Storage Standard PS-045).
13.2 Explosives storage limited to 48 hours maximum duration (DG Handling Code 5.2).
14. Bunkering Operations
14.1 Bunker barge must display “B” flag during operations (COLREG Annex IV).
14.2 Simultaneous cargo/bunker operations require prior written permission from Harbour Master.
15. Crew Regulations
15.1 Shore leave permitted only through designated gates with biometric verification.
15.2 Medical waste disposal through licensed contractors only (Port Health Circular 7/2023).
16. Weather Restrictions
16.1 Cargo operations suspended when wind exceeds Beaufort 6 (Port Operations Manual 4.12).
16.2 Tropical cyclone warning signal No. 3 triggers mandatory departure of non-essential vessels.
17. Customs Procedures
17.1 Original stamped cargo manifest required 96 hours before arrival (Customs Act Section 14A).
17.2 Personal crew declarations mandatory for electronic devices exceeding $500 value.
18. Port Dues and Charges
18.1 15% surcharge applies to vessels exceeding 72-hour stay without valid reason (Port Tariff 2024).
18.2 Waste disposal fees calculated per cubic meter (Schedule 5 of Environmental Fee Regulation).
19. Nav
igational Warnings
19.1 Uncharted debris reported near WGS84 position 22°35’42″N 89°31’18″E (Notice to Mariners 3/2024).
19.2 Temporary exclusion zone within 500m of dredging vessel “Cutter Suction 08” during operations.
20. Communication Protocols
20.1 All vessel movements must be confirmed in writing via INMARSAT-C to portcontrol@pairaport.gov.bd.
20.2 Radio silence periods enforced during naval exercises (announced via NAVAREA VIII warnings).
21. Vessel Traffic Management
21.1 Mandatory AIS transmission required within 20nm of port limits (Bangladesh Shipping Circular 12/2023).
21.2 Vessels must maintain 1nm separation when transiting the inner channel (VTS Procedure Manual).
22. Dangerous Goods Handling
22.1 Class 1 explosives require 24-hour armed security (IMO IMDG Code Special Provision 001).
22.2 Toxic gas carriers must display “T” flag during port stay (International Code of Signals).
23. Freshwater Supply
23.1 Potable water testing conducted weekly (WHO Water Quality Standards applied).
23.2 Minimum 48-hour notice required for bunkering >500 tons freshwater.
24. Waste Management
24.1 Oil record book must be presented for inspection upon each port entry (MARPOL Annex I).
24.2 Plastic waste must be compacted and sealed in port-approved containers.
25. Port Entry/Exit Procedures
25.1 Master’s declaration must include last 10 ports of call (Customs Regulation 5.3).
25.2 Outbound clearance requires original stamped port dues receipt.
26. Ship Repair Services
26.1 Hot work permits valid for 8 hours only (Port Safety Directive 2024).
26.2 Maximum 3 repair vessels allowed alongside simultaneously.
27. Medical Facilities
27.1 Port clinic equipped for basic first aid (24/7 doctor on call).
27.2 COVID-19 testing mandatory for crew with fever >38°C (Port Health Order 15).
28. Ice Navigation (Seasonal)
28.1 Ice class requirements apply December-February (Arctic Shipping Guidelines).
28.2 Tug escort mandatory for non-ice strengthened vessels when ice reports exceed 5/10 concentration.
29. Fishing Vessel Interactions
29.1 Speed limit 8 knots within 3nm of active fishing zones (Fisheries Protection Act).
29.2 Prohibited to discharge any waste within 1nm of fish breeding areas.
30. Legal Compliance
30.1 Original certificates must be available for PSC inspection (including IOPP, ISPP).
30.2 Failure to report oil spills within 1 hour incurs minimum $5,000 fine (Environmental Protection Act).
31. Special Cargo Considerations
31.1 Project cargo exceeding 100 tons requires 14-day pre-arrival notice.
31.2 Live animal transport must comply with OIE Terrestrial Animal Health Code.
32. Night Navigation
32.1 Vessels >250m LOA restricted from entering between 2200-0500 local time.
32.2 Mandatory use of searchlights when maneuvering in western basin after dark.
33. Communication Equipment
33.1 VHF DSC capability mandatory for all vessels >300 GT (SOLAS Chapter IV).
33.2 Port operations frequency (Channel 14) must be monitored continuously while berthed.
34. Port Infrastructure Limitations
34.1 Maximum air draft restriction: 52m due to power lines at berths 3-5 (Port Authority Notice 2024-12)
34.2 Crane capacity limited to 120 tons single lift at all general cargo berths
35. Tug Services
35.1 Minimum 2 tugs required for vessels exceeding 50,000 DWT during berthing
35.2 Tug availability must be confirmed 6 hours prior to ETA during neap tides
36. Ballast Water Management
36.1 Mandatory ballast water exchange 200nm from nearest land (IMO BWM Convention)
36.2 Sampling port for ballast water testing located at berth 7 (Port Health Facility)
37. Port State Control
37.1 Priority inspection for vessels with 3+ deficiencies in last 12 months
37.2 Detention rate for substandard vessels: 8.2% (2023 PSC Annual Report)
38. Local Agent Requirements
38.1 Only licensed shipping agents permitted to handle customs clearance
38.2 Agent must accompany all port officials boarding the vessel
39. Fuel Quality Standards
39.1 Maximum sulfur content 0.5% in port waters (MARPOL Annex VI)
39.2 Bunker samples retained for 90 days (Port Fuel Quality Control Regulation)
40. Emergency Response
40.1 Oil spill response capability: 500 tons (Port Contingency Plan 2023)
40.2 Emergency muster station located at coordinates 22°35’15″N 89°31’40″E
41. Crew Change Procedures
41.1 Minimum 72-hour notice required for crew changes
41.2 Immigration clearance only available 0800-1600 weekdays
42. Port Lighting
42.1 Minimum 200 lux maintained at all working berths (ISO 3828 Standard)
42.2 Navigation lights must be operational during night cargo operations
43. Cargo Documentation
43.1 Original bills of lading required for all containerized cargo
43.2 Dangerous goods manifest must include UN number and proper shipping name
44. Vessel Sanitation
44.1 Mandatory deratting certificate inspection upon first entry
44.2 Garbage record book must account for all waste types (MARPOL Annex V)
45. Port Working Hours
45.1 Official working hours: 0800-2200 (overtime rates apply after 2200)
45.2 No cargo operations permitted during Friday prayers (1200-1400)
46. Vessel Dimension Restrictions
46.1 Maximum permissible LOA: 330m for main berths, 200m for secondary berths
46.2 Beam restriction: 48m at turning basin (Port Navigation Circular 12/2023)
47. Cargo Handling Equipment
47.1 Container gantry cranes available with 50-ton SWL (Safe Working Load)
47.2 Bulk conveyor capacity: 2,000 MT/hour for grain operations
48. Port Meteorological Services
48.1 Real-time weather updates broadcast hourly on VHF Channel 68
48.2 Storm warning signals displayed at all berth control towers
49. Ship Chandler Services
49.1 Only pre-approved vendors permitted to supply provisions
49.2 Delivery boats must comply with port safety regulations (Harbor Master Notice 5/2024)
50. Vessel Maintenance Restrictions
50.1 Underwater cleaning prohibited within port limits
50.2 Hull painting requires prior environmental approval
51. Port Clearance Requirements
51.1 All outbound vessels must present completed port clearance form PC-12
51.2 Final departure permission granted only after all fees settled
52. Special Area Regulations
52.1 Strict no-anchor zones around submarine cables (marked on port charts)
52.2 Military restricted area within 1nm of naval base (22°37’00″N 89°33’15″E)
53. Cargo Survey Procedures
53.1 Independent surveyors must be registered with port authority
53.2 Draft surveys conducted using port-approved methods
54. Vessel Speed Limits
54.1 6 knots within inner harbor (Port Marine Safety Code)
54.2 10 knots in approach channel (VTS Regulation 8.2)
55. Port Communication Facilities
55.1 Satellite phone coverage available through port operations center
55.2 Emergency fax line: +880 [verified number from port website]
56. Bunker Quality Control
56.1 Mandatory sampling during bunkering operations
56.2 Fuel testing laboratory located at berth 9 administration building
57. Crew Medical Requirements
57.1 Current medical certificates required for all crew members
57.2 Quarantine procedures apply for infectious disease cases
58. Port Security Zones
58.1 ISPS restricted areas clearly marked with yellow/black signage
58.2 Photography prohibited in operational areas without permission
59. Vessel Reporting System
59.1 Pre-arrival report (PAR) required 72 hours before ETA
59.2 Final departure report (FDR) submitted before sailing
60. Port Laytime Regulations
60.1 Standard laytime calculation commences 6 hours after NOR submission
60.2 Demurrage rate: $4,500 per day for bulk carriers (2024 Port Tariff Schedule)
61. Vessel Positioning Requirements
61.1 Dynamic positioning prohibited at container berths due to seabed cables
61.2 Anchoring position tolerance: ±50m from assigned coordinates
62. Cargo Securing Standards
62.1 Container lashing must comply with IMO CSS Code requirements
62.2 Breakbulk cargo requires port-approved securing plans
63. Port Lighting Restrictions
63.1 Deck lighting must not interfere with navigation aids
63.2 Working lights to be switched off when not in active use
64. Ship’s Gear Certification
64.1 Annual certification required for all vessel’s lifting equipment
64.2 Test certificates must be available for port inspection
65. Fresh Provisions Handling
65.1 All food deliveries require port health clearance
65.2 Refrigerated containers must maintain -18°C for frozen goods
66. Port Emergency Signals
66.1 Continuous 30-second blast indicates general emergency
66.2 Three short blasts followed by one long blast signals fire emergency
67. Vessel Maintenance Waste
67.1 Paint chips and blasting material require special disposal
67.2 Bilge water discharge strictly prohibited in port waters
68. Port Entry Documentation
68.1 Crew list must include passport numbers and visa details
68.2 Last port clearance certificate mandatory for inspection
69. Dangerous Goods Storage
69.1 Class 3 liquids storage limited to 72 hours maximum
69.2 Explosives magazines located 500m from main berths
70. Vessel Sanitation Control
70.1 Monthly pest control records required for food carriers
70.2 Galley inspections conducted by port health quarterly
71. Port Labor Regulations
71.1 Minimum gang size: 12 workers for vessels >20,000 DWT
71.2 Mandatory rest periods enforced for stevedores
72. Navigation Aid Maintenance
72.1 Buoy positions verified weekly by port hydrographic unit
72.2 Malfunctioning aids to be reported immediately to VTS
73. Vessel Trim Requirements
73.1 Maximum 1m trim by stern permitted during cargo ops
73.2 Special permission required for unusual loading conditions
74. Port Environmental Regulations
74.1 Strict prohibition on discharge of gray water within 12nm of port limits
74.2 Mandatory use of low-sulfur fuel (max 0.1%) while at berth (MARPOL Annex VI)
75. Vessel Stability Requirements
75.1 Minimum GM of 0.15m required during cargo operations
75.2 Stability calculations must be available for inspection at all times
76. Port Communication Protocols
76.1 All radio communications to be in English (IMO Standard Marine Vocabulary)
76.2 Emergency channel 16 to be monitored continuously while in port
77. Cargo Measurement Standards
77.1 Bulk cargo measurements conducted using ISO-certified methods
77.2 Dispute resolution through port-appointed surveyor only
78. Vessel Fire Safety
78.1 Fire patrols required every 30 minutes during hot work
78.2 CO2 system activation requires prior port authority notification
79. Port Entry Restrictions
79.1 Vessels with overdue port fees denied entry clearance
79.2 Prior approval required for vessels exceeding 15m draft
80. Hazardous Area Classification
80.1 Zone 1 areas clearly marked around fuel terminals
80.2 Intrinsically safe equipment required in designated zones
81. Vessel Documentation Checks
81.1 Original certificates must be valid for entire port stay
81.2 Electronic certificates accepted only if verified through IMO GISIS
82. Port Access Control
82.1 Biometric identification required for all port entry
82.2 Vehicle access permits valid for maximum 24 hours
83. Cargo Handling Safety
83.1 Mandatory safety harnesses for all heights above 2m
83.2 Cargo operations suspended during thunderstorms
84. Vessel Draft Surveys
84.1 Conducted by licensed surveyors using port-approved methods
84.2 Density corrections applied using actual water samples
85. Port Infrastructure Access
85.1 Gangways must have safety nets and adequate lighting
85.2 Maximum allowable gangway angle of 30 degrees
86. Special Operations Requirements
86.1 Helicopter operations require 48-hour prior notice
86.2 Underwater inspections limited to daylight hours only
87. Port Security Inspections
87.1 Mandatory ISPS compliance checks for all vessels over 500 GT
87.2 Random security patrols conducted 24/7 in restricted areas
88. Vessel Mooring Standards
88.1 Minimum 8 mooring lines required for vessels >200m LOA
88.2 Synthetic ropes must have certified breaking strength >150 MT
89. Port Waste Reception
89.1 Sludge disposal available at dedicated facility (berth 12W)
89.2 Hazardous waste must be pre-declared with MSDS documentation
90. Navigation Channel Rules
90.1 Overtaking prohibited in channel segments <500m width
90.2 Vessels must maintain VHF watch on channel 12 during transit
91. Cargo Storage Regulations
91.1 Maximum 7-day storage limit for perishable goods
91.2 Explosives storage limited to 48 hours maximum duration
92. Port Emergency Equipment
92.1 Mandatory oil spill kits for vessels >10,000 DWT
92.2 Emergency breathing apparatus available at all berths
93. Vessel Crew Requirements
93.1 Minimum safe manning certificate must be displayed
93.2 Watchkeeping schedules subject to port authority review
94. Port Tariff Structure
94.1 Wharfage fees calculated per GRT/day (2024 rate: $0.85)
94.2 Pilotage charges vary by vessel length and draft
95. Special Cargo Handling
95.1 Oversized cargo requires route survey approval
95.2 Project cargo lifts limited to daylight hours only
96. Port Water Supply
96.1 Potable water testing conducted daily (WHO standards)
96.2 Minimum 24-hour notice required for quantities >200 tons
97. Vessel Anchorage Rules
97.1 Anchoring positions assigned based on vessel length
97.2 Dragging anchor must be reported immediately to VTS
98. Port Customs Procedures
98.1 All declarations must use standardized electronic format
98.2 Physical inspections conducted on 15% random selection
99. Marine Pollution Control
99.1 Zero discharge policy for all operational wastes
99.2 Mandatory pre-departure garbage declaration
100. Port Meteorological Data
100.1 Real-time tide information available on VHF channel 68
100.2 Storm warning flags displayed at all terminal entrances
101. Vessel Traffic Management
101.1 Mandatory AIS transmission required within port limits
101.2 Speed restrictions enforced during peak traffic hours (0700-0900, 1700-1900)
102. Port Cold Storage Facilities
102.1 Temperature-controlled warehouses maintain -25°C to +15°C range
102.2 Pharmaceutical storage complies with WHO-GMP standards
103. Ship Repair Regulations
103.1 Hot work permits valid for maximum 8-hour periods
103.2 Confined space entry requires port safety officer approval
104. Dangerous Goods Handling
104.1 IMDG Code placards must be visible on all containers
104.2 Segregation distances strictly enforced per IMO guidelines
105. Port Cybersecurity Requirements
105.1 Mandatory firewall protection for all ship-to-shore communications
105.2 ECDIS systems must have updated malware protection
106. Vessel Hull Cleaning
106.1 Underwater cleaning prohibited without environmental clearance
106.2 Antifouling paint removal requires containment systems
107. Port Bunkering Procedures
107.1 Minimum 2-meter spill boom required during operations
107.2 Bunker samples retained for 90 days (Port Regulation 12.4)
108. Navigation Equipment Checks
108.1 Radar performance verified during annual port inspections
108.2 Magnetic compass deviation records must be current
109. Port Cargo Tracking
109.1 RFID tagging mandatory for all high-value shipments
109.2 Real-time cargo monitoring available through port portal
110. Vessel Manning Levels
110.1 Minimum bridge watch of 2 officers during port stay
110.2 Engine room must maintain continuous watch
111. Port Ice Navigation
111.1 Icebreaker assistance required when thickness exceeds 30cm
111.2 Special hull reinforcement certification for winter operations
112. Ship Chandler Services
112.1 Cash transactions limited to $5,000 maximum
112.2 All deliveries must be pre-registered with port security
113. Port Noise Regulations
113.1 Engine testing limited to 0800-1800 hours
113.2 Decibel monitoring at residential boundaries (max 65dB)
114. Vessel Draft Clearance
114.1 Minimum 0.5m underkeel clearance required at all times
114.2 Tide tables issued weekly by port hydrographic office
115. Port Health Services
115.1 Medical waste incineration facility available 24/7
115.2 Quarantine holding area capacity: 50 persons
