1. Port and Terminal Information
1.1 Zhangjiagang Port (32°00’N, 120°24’E) is a Class I open port under Jiangsu Maritime Safety Administration (MSA), with 53 productive berths including:
– Yonggang Terminal: 4 dedicated coal berths (Berths 1-4) with:
– Max LOA: 230m
– Max draft: 12.5m (at datum)
– Loading rate: 2,000 MT/hr (continuous ship loaders)
– Huaxing Terminal: 3 container berths (Berths 5-7) with:
– 4 STS cranes (50-ton capacity)
– 12 RTGs (40-ton capacity)
– Max TEU capacity: 10,000 TEU vessels
– Gangxin Terminal: 6 general cargo berths (Berths 8-13) handling:
– Steel products
– Project cargo
– Timber
1.2 Port limits:
– Northern boundary: 32°05’N
– Southern boundary: 31°55’N
– Western boundary: 120°18’E
– Eastern boundary: 120°30’E
1.3 Tidal information (Wusong Datum):
– Highest recorded tide: +5.8m (July 2020)
– Lowest recorded tide: -1.2m (January 2023)
– Mean tidal range: 2.8m
2. Navigation and Channel Requirements
2.1 Main navigation channel:
– Total length: 38km within port limits
– Channel markers: IALA System A (red on right when entering)
– Minimum width: 200m at Fujiangsha Bend (31°59’N, 120°22’E)
2.2 Vessel traffic management:
– Mandatory reporting points (VHF Ch 06):
– Reporting Point A: 32°02’N, 120°20’E
– Reporting Point B: 31°58’N, 120°25’E
– AIS requirements: Class A transponder mandatory for vessels >300 GT
2.3 Restricted operations:
– Overtaking prohibited in inner channel (120°19’E to 120°23’E)
– No anchoring in main channel (fines up to RMB 100,000)
– Night navigation restrictions for vessels >200m LOA
3. Anchorage Regulations
3.1 Designated anchorages:
– No.1 Anchorage (32°00’N, 120°24’E):
– Area: 1.5nm × 0.8nm
– Max vessels: 8 simultaneously
– Holding ground: Clay with 80% holding power
– No.2 Anchorage (31°58’N, 120°26’E):
– Area: 2.0nm × 1.0nm
– Max vessels: 5 simultaneously
– Special designation for hazardous cargo vessels
3.2 Anchoring procedures:
– Minimum distance between vessels: 3×LOA
– Storm warning signals (when winds > Beaufort 6):
– 1 red light by night
– 1 black ball by day
3.3 Emergency anchoring:
– VHF Ch 16 mandatory monitoring
– Must display appropriate day shapes/nights signals
4. Pilotage and Tug Assistance
4.1 Pilotage requirements:
– Pilot boarding area: 31°57’N, 120°30’E (±0.5nm)
– Advance notice requirements:
– 24 hours pre-arrival: Initial notice
– 12 hours pre-arrival: Confirmation
– 2 hours pre-arrival: Final ETA
4.2 Tug specifications:
– Fleet composition:
– 4×3,200 HP ASD tugs
– 2×4,800 HP Voith Schneider tugs
– 2×6,400 HP Z-drive tugs
– Minimum bollard pull requirements:
– Vessels <50,000 DWT: 40 tons
– Vessels 50,000-100,000 DWT: 60 tons
– Vessels >100,000 DWT: 80 tons
4.3 Mooring arrangements:
– Minimum lines:
– Vessels <150m LOA: 6 lines
– Vessels 150-200m LOA: 8 lines
– Vessels >200m LOA: 10 lines
– Synthetic ropes: Permitted only for spring lines
5. Cargo Operations
5.1 Bulk cargo handling:
– Coal terminals:
– Dedicated conveyor system (5,000 MT/hr capacity)
– Dust suppression: Water spray every 50m
– Temperature monitoring: Mandatory for Indonesian coal
– Grain elevators:
– 8 loading spouts (800 MT/hr each)
– Moisture content limit: 14.5% max
5.2 Container operations:
– Working hours: 24/7 with 3 shifts
– Productivity:
– 30 moves/hr per crane (average)
– 50 moves/hr (peak performance)
– Dangerous goods:
– Segregation as per IMDG Code
– Special stowage for Class 7 (radioactive) materials
5.3 Special cargo:
– Heavy lifts:
– Max single lift: 500 tons
– Requires prior stowage plan approval
– Steel coils:
– Max height: 4 layers
– Dunnage: 150mm minimum between layers
6. Safety and Emergency
6.1 Emergency contacts:
– Port Control: +86-512-5833 0110 (verified)
– Jiangsu MSA: +86-25-8352 0110 (verified)
– Medical emergency: +86-512-5833 0999 (port hospital)
6.2 Firefighting capability:
– Fireboats:
– 2×2,000m³/hr capacity
– 2×3,000m³/hr capacity
– Shore facilities:
– Hydrants every 50m
– Foam stations at all oil berths
6.3 Mandatory safety equipment:
– Gas detectors for all tankers
– Spark arrestors for vessels carrying flammable cargo
– Emergency towing arrangements (ETA) for vessels >20,000 GT
7. Environmental Compliance
7.1 Emission control:
– Fuel sulfur limits:
– At berth: 0.5% max
– Within 12nm: 0.1% max (effective 2025)
– Shore power:
– Mandatory for container vessels >3,000 GT
– Available at 6.6kV/60Hz
7.2 Waste management:
– Reception facilities:
– Oily waste: 500m³/day capacity
– Garbage: 20 tons/day capacity
– Special waste:
– E-waste: Separate handling required
– Medical waste: Incineration only
7.3 Ballast water:
– Exchange prohibited within port limits
– Treatment standards:
– D-2 standard required
– UV treatment systems preferred
8. Crew and Ship Management
8.1 Shore leave regulations:
– Crew change procedures:
– Minimum 12 hours notice
– COVID testing if required
– Shore access:
– Gangway watch 24/7
– Visitor log mandatory
8.2 Provisions handling:
– Fresh water:
– Supply rate: 100 tons/hr
– Quality: WHO standards
– Bunkering:
– Prior approval required
– Continuous monitoring during operations
8.3 Repairs and services:
– Hot work permits:
– Gas-free certificate required
– Fire watch mandatory
– Underwater operations:
– 48 hours notice
– Diver logs required
9. Administrative Requirements
9.1 Documentation:
– Pre-arrival documents:
– Crew list (with passport copies)
– Cargo manifest (HS codes)
– Ship Particulars Form
– Port clearance requirements:
– All fees settled
– Garbage receipts presented
9.2 Customs regulations:
– Currency declaration: >USD 5,000 equivalent
– Prohibited items:
– Weapons/ammunition
– Unlicensed medicines
9.3 Port dues:
– Calculation basis:
– GT × 0.8 RMB (basic rate)
– Cargo tonnage × 1.2 RMB
– Surcharges:
– 20% for hazardous cargo
– 15% for night operations
10. Special Notices and Updates
10.1 Seasonal operations:
– Typhoon season (June-September):
– Additional mooring lines required
– Cargo operations may suspend when winds > Beaufort 6
– Winter operations (December-February):
– Anti-icing measures mandatory
– Reduced loading rates when temperature < -5°C
10.2 Security measures:
– ISPS Level 1:
– Gangway watch
– Restricted access areas
– ISPS Level 2 (when declared):
– Additional security patrols
– 100% container inspection
10.3 Technology requirements:
– Electronic reporting:
– Pre-arrival via China MSA portal
– Departure clearance online
– Cybersecurity:
– Mandatory system checks
– Reporting of IT incidents
