Notices of Keelung Port to the Masters and Ship Operators

1. 1. Navigation Safety Updates
      • New VTS Sectorization (2024):

        • Sector A (West): VHF Ch 74 (25°09.5’N – 121°43.0’E)

        • Sector B (East): VHF Ch 77 (25°07.8’N – 121°47.5’E)

        • Backup frequency: Ch 16 for sector failure

      • Enhanced Radar Coverage:

        • 3 new ARPA radars (detection range 24nm)

        • Blind spot alert: 0.5nm radius at 25°08.1’N 121°45.3’E

      • Channel Maintenance:

        • Main channel dredging: Biannual (Next: Oct 15-30, 2024)

        • Turning basin depth guarantee: 16.5m CD

        • Seabed clearance checks required after typhoons

      • New AIS Mandate:

        • Class A transponder continuous operation within port limits

        • AIS silent mode prohibited (Penalty: US$10,000)

1. 1. Port Security Mandates
      • Electronic Pre-arrival:

        • 96hr via ESI system (IMO FAL Forms 1-6)

        • Crew biometrics submitted 48hr prior

      • Restricted Areas:

        • 500m Naval exclusion zone (radar monitored)

        • No-photography zone: ECMT Berths 3-5

      • Cyber Security:

        • ECDIS updates verified against IHO Weekly Notices

        • Mandatory firewall audit for ships built after 2021

      • New ISPS Measures:

        • Deck Patrols every 30min while berthed

        • Gangway watch rotation max 4hr intervals

1. 1. Cargo Operations Requirements
      • Container Verification:

        • VGM tolerance: ±2% or 500kg (strict enforcement)

        • Twisted stack prohibition >3 tiers high

      • Tanker Protocols:

        • Cold work permits: 30m from cargo tanks

        • Inert gas system must maintain +100mmWG

      • Bulk Cargo:

        • Grain trim accuracy ≤1° (BLU Code standard)

        • Coal cargo moisture certification required

      • Dangerous Goods:

        • IMDG Code §1.13 segregation diagrams posted

        • Class 1 explosives: Daylight handling only

      • New Ro-Ro Procedures:

        • Securing certs for every 5th vehicle

        • Battery disconnect verification

1. 1. Environmental Compliance
      • Emissions Control:

        • 0.10% sulfur cap (TAQM zone)

        • Fuel sampling: 15% random + targeted

      • Ballast Management:

        • D-2 standard enforced for all vessels

        • Exchange log showing ≥200% turnover

      • Waste Handling:

        • Plastic waste: Zero discharge policy

        • Oily waste: Receipts retained 3 years

      • Underwater Noise:

        • 160dB re 1μPa limit in dolphin zones

        • Mitigation measures during cetacean migration (Mar-Jun)

1. 1. Pilotage Regulations
      • Compulsory Zones:

        • Entire port waters (including anchorages)

        • Exemption: Taiwan-flagged vessels <5,000GT

      • Transfer Safety:

        • Pilot ladder + accommodation ladder combo >9m

        • Lifebuoy with 4m float-free line ready

      • Fee Structure:

        • Base rate: US$580 (daytime)

        • 15% night surcharge (2000-0600)

        • Helicopter transfer: US$2,300 (emergency only)

      • New Helicopter Protocols:

        • LZ markings: Yellow circle 5m diameter

        • Wind limit: 25kt max for transfers

1. 1. Emergency Procedures
      • Spill Response:

        • Tier 1 capacity: 500 tons (2hr response)

        • Sorbent boom deployment within 1hr

      • Medical Evacuation:

        • Designated LZs: WCCT Berth 4, ECMT Berth 2

        • Hospital contacts: +886-2-2429-2525

      • Typhoon Contingency:

        • >20,000GT vessels depart at Signal No.8

        • Final departure clearance 2hr before gale winds

      • Firefighting Capacity:

        • 8,000m³ foam stock (ALEX I compliant)

        • Tug monitors: 5,000L/min capacity

      • New Collision Avoidance:

        • Mandatory port hand pass in East Channel

        • Anchorage drag alarms set at 0.2nm radius

1. 1. Ship Repairs & Services
      • Hot Work:

        • Prohibited within 100m of tank terminals

        • Fire watch maintained 1hr post-work

      • Bunkering:

        • MARPOL Annex VI sampling (3-part seals)

        • Mass flow meter certification displayed

      • Waste Disposal:

        • Licensed contractors only (List Ref.No. KP-ESD-24)

        • Sludge receipts in quadruplicate

      • Provisions Delivery:

        • All vehicles screened at Gate 3

        • Alcohol ban: 0.00% BAC for delivery personnel

1. 1. Berthing Priorities
      • Allocation System:

        • KPAT booking window: +168hr max

        • Bunker barges: 12hr advance notice

      • Demurrage Policy:

        • Standard rate: US$8,000/day

        • 150% after 72hr continuous stay

      • Military Priority:

        • COSCO displacement with 12hr notice

        • Compensation rate: 80% of daily revenue

      • New Draft Restrictions:

        • WCCT: Max 16.2m at LAT

        • ECMT: Max 14.8m at MHWS

1. 1. Crew Welfare Provisions
      • Shore Leave:

        • PCR test if visited high-risk ports

        • Curfew: 2300-0500 for non-officers

      • Medical Support:

        • Port clinic: 24/7 (English/Mandarin)

        • Dental emergency referral system

      • Financial Services:

        • Cash advance limit: US$5,000/crew

        • Western Union available at Gate 1

      • New Mental Health Support:

        • Confidential counseling hotline: +886-800-788-995

        • Stress evaluation upon request

1. 1. Documentation Requirements
      • Vessel Certificates:

        • TMCP inspection for >15 year-old ships

        • ESP compliance report for bulkers

      • Cargo Documents:

        • HAZMAT stowage plan (IMO Format 7)

        • Bulk cargo trimming certificate

      • Cyber Records:

        • ECDIS update logs (last 12 months)

        • Network intrusion reports if applicable

      • New Sanitation Reporting:

        • Monthly pest control certificates

        • Waste disposal contracts on file

1. 1. Special Cargo Handling
      • Project Cargo:

        • Weekend movements (0500-1900 only)

        • Road escort mandatory >5m width

      • Reefer Monitoring:

        • Temperature logs every 4hrs

        • Backup genset tested pre-connection

      • Military Shipments:

        • Armed guards during transfers

        • No AIS transmission within 6hrs

      • Heavy Lift Protocols:

        • Crane certificate verification

        • Dynamic load factor calculations filed

1. Port Infrastructure Alerts
   • WCCT Expansion:

     • Berth 5 construction (Aug-Dec 2024)

     • Reduced maneuvering area: 250m clearance

   • ECMT Upgrades:

     • Crane maintenance every Tuesday

     • New fender system at Berth 3

   • Pipeline Crossings:

     • Charted corridors (KM C3211)

     • Sonar monitoring active 24/7

   • New Bunker Pier:

     • Operational since Jan 2024

     • Dedicated VHF Ch 09 for tanker ops

   • Night Navigation:

     • Mandatory searchlights in East Channel

     • Additional navigation buoys installed

CRITICAL OPERATIONAL REMINDERS

• Tidal Restrictions:

  • WCCT: Max 16.5m at MHWS

  • ECMT: 14.8m at MHW + 0.5m squat allowance

• Hazard Reporting:

  • Immediate VHF Ch 16 + email portsafety@klg.gov.tw

  • Follow-up written report within 12hrs

• New Drone Policy:

  • No flights within 1nm of port without permit

  • Violation fine: US$15,000 per incident

• Drug/Alcohol:

  • Random testing: 5% of crew per call

  • 0.04% BAC limit for duty personnel