Notices of Dalian Port to the Masters and Ship Operators

1. ANCHORAGE MANAGEMENT
   1. Holding Ground Tests:
      • Conducted by COSCO Anchorage Safety Group (Report No. ASG-DL-2023-08)
      • Minimum holding power: 4x vessel weight in storm conditions
      • New seabed survey completed 2024-05 (CCS Certificate No. DL-ANC-2024-003)
   2. Anchorage Restrictions:
      • No.1 Anchorage: Max LOA 330m, depth 25m (38°55’N 121°40’E)
      • No.2 Anchorage: Hazardous cargo only (CMSB Certificate T-2024-011)
      • Emergency Anchorage: 38°50’N 121°45’E (VHF Ch16 monitoring mandatory)
      • New anchorage zones added (effective 2024-07-01):
        • No.5 Anchorage: 38°57’N 121°37’E (LOA ≤200m, depth 18m)
        • No.6 Anchorage: 38°53’N 121°44’E (Bulk carriers only)
2. PORT ENTRY & NAVIGATION
   1. Mandatory Pre-arrival Documentation (MSA Notice 2024-07/Rev.2):
      • Ship’s garbage management plan (valid CCC certification required)
      • Updated EEDI report for vessels >5,000 GT (verified by Class)
      • COVID-19 vaccination records for all crew (last dose within 6 months)
      • Radar coverage verification (Dalian VTS technical survey 2024-03)
      • New requirement: ECDIS backup system test report (ENC updates ≤3 months)
   2. Channel Restrictions:
      • Main channel depth: 17.5m (dredged to 18.1m at turning basin No.3)
      • Daylight-only transit for vessels with beam >45m (except emergency)
      • Strict prohibition of overtaking in narrow channel (38°56’N 121°38’E to 38°54’N 121°42’E)
      • Submarine cable area between No.1 and No.2 Anchorages (38°54’N 121°41’E to 38°52’N 121°43’E)
      • Revised speed limits (MSA Notice 2024-09):
        • Inner port: ≤8 knots (was 10 knots)
        • Approach channel: ≤12 knots
3. BERTH OPERATIONS
   1. Dangerous Cargo Handling (Dalian Port Rule DP-09-2023/Amd.1):
      • Class 1 explosives: Berth No.22 only (24hr armed guard required)
      • IMO Class 6.1 toxic substances: Pre-cooling to ≤25°C before discharge
      • Mandatory gas-free certificate for tankers within 1hr before bunkering
      • Prohibited actions: Anchor washing, unauthorized bunkering (Penalty: ¥200,000 + detention)
      • New regulation: Cryogenic cargo operations suspended when temperature ≤-25°C
   2. Container Operations:
      • Max stacking height: 6 tiers for 20′, 5 tiers for 40′ (wind speed ≤15m/s)
      • Reefer plug-in delay penalty: ¥500/box/hour after 2hrs from berthing
      • Mandatory twist lock inspection before gantry crane operation
      • Shore power mandatory for container ships >10,000 GT (berths 15-18)
      • New requirement: Anti-collision system verification for STS operations
4. CARGO HANDLING & STORAGE
   1. Grain Terminals (Dalian Grain Port Regulation 2024/Rev.1):
      • Moisture content limit: 14.5% for wheat, 13% for corn (strict enforcement)
      • Prohibition of phosphine fumigation during rainstorms
      • Mandatory rat guards on all mooring lines
      • New regulation: Aeration system must run ≥4hrs before discharge
   2. Bulk Cargoes:
      • Iron ore: Trimmed to ≤5° angle before loading (CCS survey required)
      • Coal: Maximum stockpile height 12m (spontaneous combustion monitoring)
      • Disposal restrictions: Food waste within 1nm of quarantine zone prohibited
      • New regulation: Bauxite cargo moisture limit ≤12% (CCS test mandatory)
5. PILOTAGE & TUGGAGE
   1. Pilot Boarding:
      • Pilot ladder + accommodation ladder combo mandatory for freeboard >9m
      • Night transfers require 360° illumination (min. 100 lux at ladder position)
      • New requirement: Pilot hoist inspection certificate (valid ≤6 months)
   2. Tug Requirements (Dalian Port Tariff 2024/Amd.2):
      • Minimum 3 tugs for LOA >250m (2 must be ≥60t bollard pull)
      • Emergency tug on standby during LNG carrier operations (within 1nm)
      • Contact: Emergency Tugs +86 411 8265 1199 (VHF Ch67/72)
      • New requirement: Azimuth stern drive tugs mandatory for VLCC berthing
6. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
   1. Emission Control:
      • 0.1% sulfur limit within 12nm of port (continuous monitoring)
      • BWMS must be Type Approved by China MSA or IMO
      • New regulation: Carbon intensity indicator (CII) reporting required
   2. Oil Spill Response:
      • Immediate activation of SOPEP for spills >1 tonne
      • Designated containment area: 38°53’N 121°40’E (boom deployment within 2hrs)
      • Pollution Control Contact: +86 411 8271 1230 (VHF Ch06)
      • New equipment: 2 additional skimmers deployed at oil terminal
7. CREW MANAGEMENT
   1. Shore Leave:
      • 24hr advance notice to Border Control (electronic submission only)
      • Strict prohibition of alcohol consumption 6hrs before duty
      • New regulation: Biometric clearance required for all shore leaves
   2. Medical Emergency:
      • Designated hospital: Dalian Port International Seafarers’ Clinic (24hr hotline +86 411 8271 9120)
      • Mandatory reporting of infectious diseases within 1hr of detection
      • New facility: Quarantine ward added at Berth No.22 (capacity: 10 patients)
8. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
   1. Typhoon Preparedness:
      • Mandatory double mooring lines when wind ≥ Beaufort 7
      • Evacuation order issued 12hrs before typhoon signal No.8
      • Revised storm warning thresholds: Amber alert at Beaufort 8 (was 7)
      • New shelter area: 38°48’N 121°47’E (designated for vessels <50,000 DWT)
   2. Magnetic Anomaly Zone:
      • Location: 38°55’30″N 121°39’00″E (±0.3nm)
      • Recommend gyrocompass verification when transiting area
      • New compensation buoys installed (marked with yellow strobe lights)
9. LEGAL & ADMINISTRATIVE
   1. Port Dues:
      • 10% surcharge for vessels without Green Ship Certificate
      • Free tonnage measurement prohibited (must use CCS-approved draught survey)
      • New discount: 5% reduction for ships with carbon capture systems
   2. Cargo Claims:
      • All damage reports must be filed within 2hrs of discovery
      • Mandatory joint survey with Cargo Superintendent for wet damage
      • New arbitration procedure: Maritime Court Annex established in port

Operational Updates (2024 Season, Rev.3):

• New Regulations:
  • Mandatory AIS transponder checks before anchoring (MSA Notice 2024-06)
  • Increased pollution fines: Up to ¥500,000 for illegal discharges
  • Mandatory drone surveillance for vessels carrying hazardous cargo
• Infrastructure Changes:
  • New radar reflector buoys installed at No.2 Anchorage (Position: 38°52’45″N 121°41’30″E)
  • Dredging completed at Inner Port Anchorage (+1.5m depth)
  • Emergency lighting added to all quarantine zone buoys
  • New VTS tower operational at 38°54’12″N 121°39’18″E

Critical Reminders:

• Frequent fishing vessel activity near Inner Port Anchorage (0500-0800 local time)
• Magnetic anomaly zone at 38°55’30″N 121°39’00″E (±0.3nm)
• Disposal of food waste within 1nm of quarantine zone prohibited
• New underwater pipeline near Berth No.15 (38°53’06″N 121°40’24″E)

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