1. Port and Terminal Information
1.1 Masan Port operates 24/7 with terminals including:
– Masan New Port: Container/general cargo (Berths 1-6, max draft 15m, LOA 300m, beam 50m)
– Masan Old Port: Bulk/breakbulk (Berths 7-12, max draft 12m, LOA 250m, beam 40m)
1.2 All terminals are equipped with:
– Bollards with SWL ≥100 tonnes (OCIMF standard)
– Fender systems compliant with PIANC guidelines
1.3 New Port equipment:
– 8 post-Panamax gantry cranes (max outreach 22 rows)
– 2 mobile harbor cranes (200-ton capacity)
– Automated gate system for trucks
1.4 Old Port equipment:
– 4 fixed cranes (50-ton capacity)
– 2 floating cranes (150-ton capacity)
– Dedicated conveyor system for bulk cargo
1.5 Tidal information:
– Mean tidal range: 1.5m (neap) to 3.0m (spring)
– Chart datum: 0.3m below MSL (KHO Tide Tables 2023)
1.6 Port limits: Defined by coordinates 35°08’N-35°12’N, 128°30’E-128°36’E (KPA Notice 2022-03)
1.7 Port services:
– Fresh water supply at all berths (100m³/hr capacity)
– Bunkering available through licensed providers
– Slop reception facilities at New Port
2. Navigation and Pilotage
2.1 Compulsory pilotage:
– Zone starts at 2nm from breakwater entrance (35°10’N, 128°34’E)
– Pilot boarding ground marked by yellow special mark buoy
2.2 Channel information:
– New Port approach channel: 15m depth (last dredged March 2023)
– Old Port channel: 12m depth with 10% under-keel clearance requirement
– Channel width: 200m (New Port), 150m (Old Port)
2.3 Anchorage areas:
– Primary anchorage: 35°08’N, 128°32’E (depth 20-25m, mud/clay holding ground)
– Emergency anchorage: 35°07’N, 128°31’E (depth 18m, marked by yellow buoys)
– Anchorage holding power: Good in mud, poor in rocky areas (ENC KR502110 notes)
2.4 Restricted zones:
– Underwater pipeline (parallel to New Port Berths 4-6, marked by yellow buoys)
– Naval exercise areas (NOTAMs via NAVTEX, typically 20nm radius)
– Fishing zones (seasonal restrictions apply)
2.5 Pilotage details:
– Pilot boarding: Via pilot boat at waypoint “MASAN PILOT” (VHF Ch 12/16)
– Pilot ladder requirements: SOLAS compliant, 1.5m above water at light draft
– Tug assistance: Mandatory for vessels >200m LOA or >12m draft
3. Cargo Operations
3.1 Hazardous cargo:
– 24-hour prior notice to Port Control (VHF Ch 16/12)
– IMDG Code compliance mandatory (Korea MOF Regulation No. 2021-45)
– Special stowage requirements for Class 1 explosives
3.2 Grain operations:
– IPPC-certified fumigation required
– Dust suppression systems active during loading/unloading
– Grain moisture content verification mandatory
3.3 Container handling:
– Stacking limits: 5 high (20′), 4 high (40′)
– Wind speed restrictions: >15m/s reduces to 3 high
– Refrigerated containers: 100+ plugs available (440V/60Hz)
– Dangerous goods containers: Segregated storage areas
3.4 Breakbulk operations:
– Steel coils: Max weight 30t per lift (Old Port only)
– Project cargo: Prior stowage plan approval required
– Timber cargo: Anti-stain treatment certification needed
3.5 Bulk cargo:
– Coal handling: Dedicated conveyor system with dust control
– Iron ore: Moisture content testing for vessels carrying >50,000mt
4. Safety and Emergency
4.1 Fire safety:
– Mandatory fire drill within 12h of berthing (Korea Port Regulations Act Article 47)
– Firefighting boats stationed at New Port (2,000m³/hr pumping capacity)
– Fire main pressure: Minimum 3.5 bar at all hydrants
4.2 Oil spill response:
– 500m containment boom capacity
– SOPEP equipment checks required before entry
– Dispersant use prohibited within 1nm of shore
4.3 Medical facilities:
– Masan Joongang Hospital (5km from port, decompression chamber available)
– Port clinic open 24/7 (basic first aid and telemedicine)
– Designated ambulance transfer routes
4.4 Mooring requirements:
– Typhoon season (July-Sept): Minimum 8 lines for Panamax vessels
– Winter (Nov-Mar): Anti-icing measures below -5°C
– Synthetic lines prohibited for vessels >50,000 DWT
4.5 Emergency contacts:
– Port Control: VHF Ch 16/12 (24/7 monitoring)
– Coast Guard: VHF Ch 14 (emergency response)
5. Environmental Regulations
5.1 SECA compliance:
– Fuel sulfur ≤0.1% within 12nm (KMOE Notice 2020-78)
– Exhaust gas cleaning systems require prior approval
5.2 Ballast water:
– Exchange prohibited in port limits (KMOE Notice 2019-152)
– Ballast water reporting form mandatory
5.3 Waste management:
– Garbage disposal only through licensed contractors
– Oil record book inspections conducted randomly
5.4 Air emissions:
– Stack testing may be required for vessels >5,000 GT (KPA Directive 2023-05)
– Visible smoke emission prohibited
5.5 Underwater noise:
– Restrictions on sonar use within port limits
– Pile driving operations require environmental assessment
6. Administrative Requirements
6.1 Pre-arrival documents:
– ETA, crew list, cargo manifest submitted 48h prior via KPA e-Port system
– Health declarations (infectious disease screening)
– Last 10 ports of call declaration
6.2 Port dues:
– Calculated by GT + cargo volume (KPA Tariff No. 2023-01)
– Discount available for eco-friendly vessels
6.3 Immigration:
– Original seaman’s books with valid Korean visa
– Biometric screening for crew changes
– Shore leave restrictions during high security alerts
6.4 Customs:
– Ship’s stores declaration required
– Alcohol/tobacco restrictions apply
6.5 Port State Control:
– Tokyo MOU inspection regime
– Concentrated inspection campaigns announced quarterly
7. Weather and Operational Restrictions
7.1 Typhoon season (July-Sept):
– Additional mooring lines required
– Port closure if winds exceed 25m/s
– Emergency evacuation procedures in place
7.2 Winter operations (Nov-Mar):
– Anti-icing for bollards/pipes
– Night navigation restrictions for vessels >200m
– Tug escort mandatory during ice conditions
7.3 Fog procedures:
– Radar watch mandatory if visibility <500m
– Speed reduction to 5 knots in inner channel
– VHF position reporting every 15 minutes
7.4 Currents:
– Maximum tidal current: 2.5 knots at springs
– Eddy currents reported near breakwater heads
8. Special Notices
8.1 Naval exercises:
– NOTAMs issued via NAVTEX (typically 20nm radius)
– VHF broadcasts on Ch 16 during active drills
– Alternative routes may be designated
8.2 Underwater hazards:
– Pipeline near New Port Berths 4-6 (anchoring prohibited)
– Unsurveyed areas outside main channels
– Wrecks marked on ENC charts
8.3 Security:
– ISPS Level 1 enforced (24/7 CCTV monitoring)
– Armed guards permitted with prior approval
– Restricted areas clearly marked
8.4 Construction works:
– Dredging operations scheduled quarterly
– Temporary channel adjustments announced via VHF
9. Additional References
9.1 Regulatory documents:
– Korea Port Authority (KPA) Act 2023
– IMO Circulars applicable to SECA zones
– Port Marine Safety Code (Korea edition)
9.2 Charts and publications:
– ENC KR502110 (latest edition)
– Admiralty Sailing Directions NP32
– KHO Tide Tables 2023
9.3 Official contacts:
– Port Control: VHF Ch 12/16
– KPA website: www.kpa.or.kr (e-Port system)
– Korea Coast Guard: www.kcg.go.kr
10. Vessel Traffic Services (VTS)
10.1 VTS coverage area:
– 24/7 monitoring within 10nm radius of port entrance
– Mandatory reporting points at 12nm, 6nm and 2nm approaches
10.2 Reporting requirements:
– Initial report at 12nm (vessel particulars, ETA, dangerous goods)
– Intermediate report at 6nm (confirming ETA and draft)
– Final report at 2nm (requesting berthing instructions)
10.3 VTS channels:
– Primary: VHF Ch 12 (Port Operations)
– Secondary: VHF Ch 16 (Distress/Safety)
– Working channel assigned after initial contact
11. Tug Services
11.1 Tug availability:
– 6 harbor tugs (50-80 ton bollard pull)
– 2 escort tugs (100 ton bollard pull)
11.2 Tug requirements:
– Mandatory for vessels >200m LOA or >12m draft
– Minimum 2 tugs for vessels >50,000 DWT
– Additional tug during adverse weather (wind >20 knots)
11.3 Tug operations:
– Standard towline length: 50-100m depending on vessel size
– Emergency disconnect systems tested annually
12. Port Working Hours
12.1 General operations:
– 24/7 cargo operations at all terminals
– Pilotage available 24 hours with prior notice
12.2 Administrative offices:
– Customs/Immigration: 0800-1800 weekdays
– Port Authority: 0700-1900 daily
12.3 Holiday operations:
– Reduced staffing on national holidays (Korea MOF Notice 2023-12)
– Prior arrangement required for special operations
13. Ship Repair and Maintenance
13.1 Dry dock facilities:
– 2 graving docks (300m × 50m and 200m × 30m)
– Maximum lifting capacity: 1,000 tons
13.2 Emergency repairs:
– 24/7 availability of diving teams
– Certified welding services for hull repairs
13.3 Spare parts:
– Customs clearance available for emergency parts
– Local suppliers for common marine equipment
14. Crew Welfare Facilities
14.1 Shore leave:
– Crew allowed ashore with valid ID
– Designated crew recreation areas
14.2 Transportation:
– Shuttle buses to city center (hourly service)
– Taxi services available at terminal gates
14.3 Provisioning:
– Bonded stores delivery available
– Fresh food markets within 2km of port
15. Digital Services
15.1 Electronic systems:
– KPA e-Port for document submission
– Real-time berth availability online
15.2 Navigation aids:
– AIS coverage of entire port area
– DGPS correction available (MSAS signal)
15.3 Weather services:
– Port weather station data available online
– Typhoon tracking system alerts
