Notices of Jiangmen Port to the Masters and Ship Operators

• Sector A (Xinhui Control):
  • Channel 12 (156.600 MHz) – Primary working frequency
  • Coverage: Up to 22°20’N latitude
  • New AIS mandate: Vessels >300GT must maintain continuous AIS transmission
• Sector B (Gaosha Control):
  • Channel 14 (156.700 MHz) – Secondary frequency
  • Extended monitoring to Wugang Terminal approach
• Emergency Protocols:
  • Distress calls: Channel 16 with DSC on Channel 70
  • New radar overlay service available via Channel 71

• Geographical Coordinates:
  • Inbound lane centerline: 242°T between 22°05’N-22°15’N
  • Outbound lane centerline: 062°T with 0.5nm clearance zone
• Speed Regulations:
  • General: 10-12 knots in TSS
  • Tankers >20,000DWT: Max 8 knots in precautionary area
• Marking System:
  • Lateral buoys (JM12-JM18): IALA Region A configuration
  • Virtual AIS markers at 1nm intervals

(Amended per IMO SN.1/Circ.346)

• Naval Operating Zone:
  • 22°12.5’N 113°06.8’E to 22°14.0’N 113°08.2’E
  • 24hr prohibition unless prior clearance
• Pipeline Protection Zone:
  • 500m either side of 22°09.2’N 113°03.5’E to 22°07.8’N 113°02.1’E
  • Anchoring strictly prohibited

• Wugang Terminal:
  • Berth 5 (New):
    • Dimensions: 320m LOA × 55m beam
    • Depth: -16.5m CD (dredged to -16.8m)
    • Mooring: 12 x 100MT bollards
  • Crane Specifications:
    • Main Hoist: 65MT at 18m outreach (proof tested to 81.25MT)
    • Auxiliary Hoist: 40MT at 55m
    • Anti-collision system: Laser-based with 5m warning zone
• Gaosha Bulk Terminal:
  • Loading Rate:
    • Grain: 2,500MT/hr (max)
    • Coal: 3,000MT/hr with dust suppression
  • Storage:
    • Covered warehouses: 150,000MT capacity
    • Open yards: 450,000MT (sprinkler-equipped)

• Main Channel:
  • Phase I (South):
    • Nov 1-Dec 15: 24hr operation
    • Depth: -14.5m ±0.3m tolerance
  • Phase II (North):
    • Jan 5-31: Daylight only (0700-1900)
    • Width: 250m after completion
• Equipment:
  • Trailing Suction Hopper Dredger “Yue Gang 008”:
    • Capacity: 8,000m³
    • Positioning: RTK GPS + GLONASS

(CCCC Dredging Contract No.GD-2024-028)

• Sampling Requirements:
  • Minimum 3 samples: Forepeak, midships, aft peak
  • 20μm filtration for all samples
  • 48hr pre-arrival notification
• High Risk Zones:
  • Category A (100% inspection):
    • Malacca Strait
    • Persian Gulf
  • Category B (50% random):
    • Red Sea
    • West African ports
• Penalties:
  • Unauthorized discharge: RMB 200,000-1,000,000
  • False records: RMB 50,000 per violation

(MEPC.366(79) Implementation Guidelines)

• Fuel Sulphur Limits:
  • 0.10% within 12nm of port
  • 0.50% in Chinese ECA zones
• Shore Power:
  • Mandatory for:
    • Container ships >10,000GT
    • Cruise vessels >5,000GT
  • Technical Specifications:
    • Voltage: 6.6kV ±10%
    • Frequency: 60Hz ±0.5%
    • Connection time: <30 minutes

(GB 17567-2023 Standard)

• Documentation:
  • IMDG declaration: 96hr pre-arrival
  • Emergency plans: Port-specific supplement required
• Stowage Requirements:
  • Explosives (Class 1): Quadrant 4 only
  • Toxic gases (2.3): No stacking >2 tiers
• Operational Restrictions:
  • Daylight hours only (0600-1800 local)
  • Temperature monitoring for UN 3257 materials

(China DG Code Amendment 2024-06)

• Grain Loading:
  • Maximum trim: 1/100 LBP
  • Mandatory pre-loading stability review
• Coal Handling:
  • Moisture Limit: 12% (9% for spontaneous combustion grades)
  • Dust suppression: Water spray <30μm droplet size

• VGM requirements:
  • Method 1: Certified weighbridge
  • Method 2: Calculated with approved software
• Tolerance: ±5% or 1MT (whichever lower)

• Primary Location:
  • 22°09.5’N 113°04.2’E (Daylight)
  • Transfer height: 1.5-9.0m above waterline
• Secondary Location:
  • 22°08.8’N 113°02.7’E (24hr)
  • Max sea state: 3.0m significant wave height

• Minimum bollard pull:
  • <50,000DWT: 35T
  • >100,000DWT: 65T
• Escort tugs:
  • Mandatory for LNG carriers
  • 1 tug per 150m LOA

• Access Control:
  • Biometric verification: Facial + fingerprint
  • Visitor escorts: 1:1 ratio in restricted areas
• Port Facility Security:
  • Patrols: 15min intervals
  • CCTV: 4K resolution with 30-day retention

• Data Transfer:
  • ECDIS updates: SHA-256 verified
  • No wireless transfers in operational areas
• Network Security:
  • Firewall: IEC 62443-3-3 compliant
  • Intrusion detection: 24/7 monitoring

• Response Equipment:
  • Containment boom: 5,000m capacity
  • Skimmers: 200m³/hr recovery rate
• Reporting Protocol:
  • Immediate: VHF Ch 16 + DSC
  • Follow-up: MSA Form OP-1 within 1 hour

• Helicopter Operations:
  • LZ Coordinates: 22°10.3’N 113°05.6’E
  • Approach path: 310°T obstacle clearance
• Quarantine Procedures:
  • Isolation cabins: Negative pressure required
  • Medical waste: Yellow bin protocol