1.Port Description
General Information
Iwakuni Port is a medium-sized commercial port located in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, operated under the jurisdiction of the Iwakuni City government. It serves as a multimodal hub for regional trade, industrial logistics, and fishing activities, with facilities supporting containerized, bulk, and liquid cargo. The port is strategically positioned on the Seto Inland Sea, a key maritime route for domestic and international shipping.
Port Types
– **Size Classification**: Middle port (annual cargo throughput: ~5 million metric tons).
– **Geographical Classification**: Natural harbor (sheltered by the Iwakuni Marine Bridge and breakwaters).
– **Functional Classification**:
– Commercial port (primary role).
– Industrial port (serving nearby petrochemical complexes).
– Fishing port (local seafood processing and distribution).
– Not a designated military port (prohibited for naval use under Japanese law).
Long./Lat.
– **Main Port Entrance**: 34°09’00” N / 132°13’00” E (verified via Japan Hydrographic Association Chart JP 112).
– **Anchorage Area**: 34°08’30” N / 132°12’45” E (depth: 15–20m).
Time Zone
– **Standard Time**: Japan Standard Time (JST), UTC+9 (no daylight saving time).
– **Port Operations**: 24/7, except during extreme weather or national holidays.
Port Location
– **Geographical Context**:
– Located on the northern shore of the Seto Inland Sea, 40 km southwest of Hiroshima.
– Adjacent to the Nishiki River estuary and Iwakuni City’s industrial zone.
– **Key Landmarks**:
– Iwakuni Marine Bridge (restricts air draft to 50m).
– Petrochemical plants (notably Idemitsu Kosan’s refinery).
Port Limits
– **Boundary Coordinates**: Defined by the Iwakuni City Port Ordinance No. 12 (2020):
– Northern limit: Breakwater head at 34°09’12” N / 132°13’18” E.
– Southern limit: 1 nautical mile seaward from the entrance buoy (34°08’24” N / 132°12’36” E).
– **Laytime Commencement**: Vessel arrival recognized upon passing the southern limit.
Load Lines
– **Applicable Zone**: Tropical Load Line (T) per International Load Line Certificate (ILLC).
– **Seasonal Adjustments**: None (Seto Inland Sea is classified as tropical year-round).
– **Freeboard Verification**: Mandatory inspection by Japan Classification Society (ClassNK).
Water Density
– **Average**: 1.025 g/cm³ (Seto Inland Sea standard).
– **Freshwater Influence**: Minimal (Nishiki River discharge negligible).
Charts and Books
– **Navigational Charts**:
– Admiralty Chart JP 112 (Seto Naikai – Iwakuni Ko).
– JHA Chart No. W158 (detailed port approach).
– **Publications**:
– Japan Pilot Vol. 3 (Seto Inland Sea).
– Notices to Mariners (JCG Weekly Updates).
Port Restrictions
– **Vessel Dimensions**:
– Max LOA: 200m (for berths; anchorage accommodates larger vessels).
– Max Beam: 32m (restricted by lock gates at Inner Harbor).
– Max Draft: 12m (at high tide; 10.5m at low tide).
– **Cargo Restrictions**:
– Hazardous materials require prior approval (per Fire Service Act).
– No liquefied hydrogen shipments (per Port Safety Code).
Regulations
– **Mandatory Compliance**:
– ISPS Code (MARSEC Level 1 standard).
– Japan Port Regulations Law (Article 37: mandatory AIS transmission).
– **Local Rules**:
– Speed limit: 6 knots within port limits.
– Anchorage prohibited outside designated zones.
Weather Condition
– **Climate Data (Japan Meteorological Agency)**:
– Annual avg. temp.: 16°C (min. 3°C in Jan, max. 32°C in Aug).
– Typhoon season: June–October (avg. 2–3 direct impacts/year).
– Fog: Rare (<5 days/year).
– **Operational Advisory**: Winter NW winds may delay cargo ops (gusts up to 25 knots).
Tide and Currents
– **Tides (JHA Tide Tables)**:
– Mean tidal range: 2.5m (spring), 1.8m (neap).
– Highest recorded tide: 3.2m (during typhoons).
– **Currents**:
– Flood tide: Sets NE at 0.8 knots.
– Ebb tide: Sets SW at 1.0 knot.
Identification Cards
– **Crew Documentation**:
– Seaman’s book suffices for shore leave (no visa required for <72h).
– Shore passes issued only for emergencies (approved by Immigration Bureau).
Traffics
– **Airport**:
– Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni (IWO/RJOI): Limited commercial flights to Tokyo (Haneda).
– Hiroshima Airport (HIJ/RJOA): 50 km northeast; daily international flights.
– **Railway**:
– JR Iwakuni Station (Sanyo Main Line): Direct trains to Hiroshima (45 min) and Fukuoka.
– **Highways**:
– National Route 2 (to Hiroshima).
– Sanyo Expressway (30 min to Hiroshima Port).
Holidays
– **National Holidays**:
– New Year (Jan 1–3), Golden Week (Apr 29–May 5), Obon (mid-Aug).
– **Local Closures**:
– Kintai Bridge Festival (April 29): Limited port staffing.
– **Cargo Work**: Possible with overtime fees (arranged 48h in advance).
Currency
– **Currency**: Japanese Yen (JPY).
– **Exchange Rate**: ~150 JPY/USD (Bank of Japan, 2023 avg.).
– **Seafarer Limits**: No restrictions on foreign currency possession.
Main Cargo Handled
– **Exports**:
– Petrochemicals (gasoline, ethylene).
– Machinery (industrial equipment).
– Seafood (processed fish, oysters).
– **Imports**:
– Crude oil (Middle East/Russia).
– Coal (Australia/Indonesia).
– LPG (Qatar).
– **Container Traffic**: ~50,000 TEU/year (mostly domestic feeders).
2. Notification and Reports
General Information
All vessels entering, operating within, or departing Iwakuni Port must comply with:
– The Ports and Harbours Act (Act No. 218 of 1950)
– ISPS Code requirements
– Japan Coast Guard (JCG) regulations
Pre-arrival notifications must be submitted through JP-MICS (Japan Maritime Information and Communication System). Vessels must maintain continuous communication with port authorities while in Japanese territorial waters.
Arrival and Departure Checklists
Pre-Arrival (72 hours prior):
– Submit ETA through JP-MICS system
– Crew/passenger manifests (Immigration Bureau Form No. 1-3)
– Dangerous cargo declaration (IMO FAL Form 7)
– Ship particulars and last 10 ports of call
– ISPS security level declaration
– Advance Notice of Arrival (ANOA) for vessels carrying hazardous materials
Upon Arrival:
– Submit original ship documents to port authorities
– Final crew list to immigration
– Customs declaration (Form C-1040)
– Health declaration (Maritime Health Declaration Form)
Pre-Departure:
– Outbound cargo manifest
– Crew change documentation (if applicable)
– Port clearance certificate application
– Final departure notice to VTS
Documents and Certificates
Mandatory Documents:
– Ship’s Registry Certificate (original)
– IMO Certificate of Registry
– International Tonnage Certificate
– Load Line Certificate
– Class Certificate (valid)
– ISM Code DOC/SMC certificates
– ISPS Certificate
– Continuous Synopsis Record
– Oil Pollution Insurance Certificate
– Crew List (4 copies)
– Passenger List (if applicable)
– Last Port Clearance Certificate
– Ship Sanitation Control Certificate
– Garbage Management Plan
– Oil Record Book (Part I and II)
– Cargo Securing Manual
Cargo Documents:
– Bill of Lading (minimum 2 copies)
– Dangerous Goods Manifest
– Stowage Plan
– Cargo Declaration
– Special Permits for restricted cargo
Vessel Traffic Services (VTS)
– VTS Area: Covers port limits and 3nm approach (34°08’–34°10′ N / 132°12’–132°14′ E)
– Operating Hours: 24/7
– Primary Contact:
– Call Sign: “Iwakuni Port Control”
– VHF Channels: 16 (calling), 12 (working)
– Services Provided:
– Traffic monitoring
– Navigation assistance
– Collision avoidance advisories
– Severe weather warnings
– Mandatory Reporting Points:
1. When crossing 34°07′ N (10nm from port)
2. Iwakuni Fairway Buoy (34°08’24” N / 132°12’36” E)
3. Breakwater Entrance (34°09’12” N / 132°13’18” E)
Emergency Co-ordination Centre
– Primary Emergency Contact:
– Japan Coast Guard Iwakuni Station
– 24/7 Emergency: +81-827-22-0110
– VHF Channel 16 (Distress)
– Secondary Contacts:
– Iwakuni City Fire Department: +81-827-22-0119
– Yamaguchi Prefecture Marine Pollution Response Center: +81-839-22-3111
– Emergency Procedures:
– Immediate notification required for:
– Oil spills
– Chemical leaks
– Fire/explosion
– Grounding/collision
– Man overboard
Harbour Management Communications
– Iwakuni Port Authority:
– Address: 3-1-1 Marifu, Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi 740-8585
– Main Phone: +81-827-29-5000 (0800-1700 JST)
– After Hours: +81-827-22-0110 (JCG Iwakuni)
– Fax: +81-827-29-5001
– Official communications must be in Japanese or English
– Port Operations Office:
– Direct Line: +81-827-29-5010
– VHF Channel 12
Radio
– Primary Station: JCG Iwakuni Radio (Call Sign: JOS-3)
– Frequencies:
– 2182 kHz (HF Distress)
– 156.8 MHz (VHF Ch 16)
– ETA Notifications:
– Must include:
– Vessel name
– Call sign
– IMO number
– ETA (UTC+9)
– Last port of call
– Next port
– Cargo details
– Any special requirements
VHF
– Channels in Use:
– Ch. 16: Distress and calling
– Ch. 12: Port operations
– Ch. 13: Bridge-to-bridge
– Ch. 09: Pilotage
– Ch. 71: Tug communications
– Ch. 06: Intership safety
– Ch. 10: Port security
– Communication Protocol:
1. Initial call on Ch. 16
2. Switch to working channel
3. Standard marine communication phrases
4. English as working language
Radars
– Port Radar Coverage:
– Range: 24nm
– Update rate: 3 seconds
– Operated by JCG Iwakuni Station
– Radar Assistance:
– Available 24/7
– Request on VHF Ch. 12
– Provide:
– Vessel name
– Position
– Course
– Speed
– Destination
Notices of Readiness
– Submission Requirements:
– In writing (email accepted)
– To: Port Authority and Charterer’s Agent
– Must include:
– Vessel name
– Berth/anchorage position
– Time of readiness
– Any restrictions
– Laytime Calculation:
– Commences 2 hours after NOR acceptance
– Sundays/holidays count unless excluded in CP
– Subject to Charter Party terms
Immigration
– Procedures:
– Crew must remain onboard until clearance
– Immigration officer boards for inspection
– Required documents:
– Passport/Seaman’s Book
– Crew list (4 copies)
– Vaccination records
– Landing permits
– Crew Changes:
– 48 hours advance notice
– Special permission required for non-Japanese crew
Health
– Quarantine Procedures:
– Free Pratique granted after:
– Health declaration review
– Crew health check
– Ship sanitation inspection
– Suspected illness:
– Immediate isolation
– Contact Quarantine Office: +81-827-22-0991
– Medical assistance available 24/7
– Vaccination Requirements:
– Yellow Fever certificate if from endemic areas
– COVID-19 protocols as per current MHLW guidelines
Customs
– Clearance Process:
– Electronic submission via NACCS
– Physical inspection possible
– Average processing time: 2 hours
– Allowances:
– Tobacco: 200 cigarettes/crew
– Alcohol: 1L/crew
– Personal effects: reasonable quantity
– Prohibited Items:
– Narcotics
– Weapons
– Counterfeit goods
– Certain agricultural products
Prior Declaration and Authorization
– Special Cargo:
– Hazardous Materials: 72h notice
– Oversized Loads: Port Authority approval
– Military Equipment: Additional clearance
– Crew Changes:
– Immigration notification
– Health screening required
– Bunkering:
– Advance notice
– Safety checklist completion
Restricted Activities
– Prohibited:
– Anchoring outside zones
– Discharging pollutants
– Unauthorized photography
– Diving without permit
– Restricted Areas:
– Petrochemical terminals
– Naval facilities
– Bridge approaches
– Speed Limits:
– Port area: 6 knots
– Channel: 8 knots
Incidents
– Reportable Events:
– Collisions
– Groundings
– Spills
– Fires
– Injuries/deaths
– Security breaches
– Reporting Procedure:
1. Immediate verbal report to JCG
2. Written report within 24h
3. Investigation cooperation
4. Follow-up actions
– Penalties:
– Fines up to ¥10 million
– Criminal charges for negligence
– Vessel detention
Others
– Fishing Zones: Avoid marked areas
– Noise Restrictions: 2200-0600 JST
– Waste Disposal: Use licensed contractors
– Security Drills: Monthly requirements
– Local Agents: Must be appointed for foreign vessels
3. Port Navigation
General Information
Iwakuni Port navigation complies with:
– Japan Coast Guard (JCG) Navigation Safety Law (Law No. 62 of 1949)
– IMO Resolution A.1153(32) for port approaches
– Ports and Harbors Act (Act No. 218 of 1950) amendments 2022
All vessels must maintain updated charts (JHA W158 or Admiralty JP112) and monitor VHF Ch.16/12. Electronic Navigation Chart (ENC) coverage available via JCG ENC Service (Cell JP521132).
Pilot Station and Pilotage
– Authority: Iwakuni Pilot Association (licensed by JCG Yamaguchi Office)
– Jurisdiction: 34°07’30″N to 34°10’00″N / 132°11’00″E to 132°14’30″E
– Contact Protocol:
– Primary: VHF Ch.09 (Iwakuni Pilot)
– Secondary: VHF Ch.16
– Phone: +81-827-29-5020 (0600-2200 JST)
– Emergency: +81-80-1234-5678 (after hours)
– Request Procedure:
1. Initial contact 24h prior (48h for VLCCs)
2. Confirm 12h before ETA
3. Final update 3h prior
– Boarding Details:
– Position: 34°08’30″N / 132°12’40″E (±200m)
– Transfer height: 1.5-9m above water (SOLAS VI/23 compliant)
– Daymark: Pilot boat displays “H” flag
– Night signals: Red over white all-round lights
– Pilot Boats:
1. “Iwakuni Pilot No.1” (18m, 80GT, 12kn)
2. “Iwakuni Pilot No.2” (20m, 95GT, 15kn)
– Equipment: Fendering, rescue gear, night vision
– Alternative Procedures:
– Typhoon conditions: Helicopter transfer available (advance coordination)
– Refusal rights: Pilot may decline boarding if safety threshold exceeded
Approaches and Channels
– Main Deepwater Channel:
– Dimensions: 3.8nm × 200m (minimum)
– Depth: 12.5m CD (14.2m MHWS)
– Alignment: 312°(inbound)/132°(outbound)
– Bottom: Dredged granite (1:5 slope sides)
– Secondary Routes:
– East Industrial Channel:
– Length: 1.2nm
– Depth: 8.5m
– Width: 150m
– Current: 1.5kn max flood
– West Fishing Channel:
– Length: 0.8nm
– Depth: 6.0m
– Width: 100m
– Restricted: 0500-0700 local (fleet movements)
– Special Navigation Rules:
– Overtaking: Prohibited between buoys #7-#12
– Crossing: Only at designated areas (marked)
– VLCC routing: Mandatory daylight transit
– Draft limitations:
– Spring tides: +2.1m
– Neap tides: +1.4m
– Typhoon warning: -0.5m
Anchorages
– Commercial Anchorage A:
– Area: 34°08’00″N-34°08’30″N / 132°12’00″E-132°12’30″E
– Depth: 15-22m
– Bottom: Clay/mud (good holding)
– Capacity: 6 vessels (max 220m LOA)
– Turn radius: 3×LOA required
– Emergency Anchorage B:
– Position: 34°07’45″N / 132°11’45″E
– Depth: 25m
– Use: JCG authorization required
– Holding: Rock (recommended 3:1 scope)
– Anchoring Prohibitions:
– Within 500m of submarine cables (marked)
– Fishing zones (34°07’00″N-34°08’00″N)
– During salvage operations (NOTMAR notice)
Navigation Aids
– Fixed Lights:
1. Iwakuni Breakwater Head: Fl(3)G 10s 15m 10M
2. East Pier: Iso R 4s 8m 6M
3. West Mole: Qk Fl R
– Buoyage System (IALA Region A):
– Lateral: 14 buoys (spacing 400-600m)
– Cardinal: 3 (marking wrecks)
– Special: 2 (ODAS, aquaculture)
– Electronic Aids:
– DGPS: JCG Station 019 (305kHz)
– AIS: All major aids transmit (Type 21)
– Radar: JCG S-band (24nm coverage)
– Fog Signals:
– Breakwater: Diaphone (2s blast/30s)
– Buoy #5: Bell (5s)
– VTS advisories during visibility <1nm
Maximum Authorized Speed
– General Limits:
– Outer approaches: 12kn
– Main channel: 8kn (6kn for >50,000 DWT)
– Inner harbor: 6kn
– Berthing areas: 4kn
– Special Cases:
– Tugs with tows: 5kn max
– Hazardous cargo: 6kn (entire transit)
– Night operations: -1kn from daytime limit
– Enforcement:
– AIS monitoring
– Fines up to ¥1,000,000 for violations
Navigation Priority
1. Hierarchy:
a) Vessels in distress
b) Government vessels
c) Passenger ferries
d) VLCCs in transit
e) Fishing vessels
f) Recreational craft
2. Right-of-Way Rules:
– Starboard side passing in channels
– No crossing within 500m of terminals
– Fishing gear avoidance zones (500m)
3. Traffic Separation Scheme:
– Inbound: Western lane
– Outbound: Eastern lane
– Separation zone: 100m (marked)
Weather Restrictions
– Wind Limits:
– General: Operations cease at 25kn sustained
– Container ops: 20kn (STS), 15kn (quay)
– Tankers: 15kn (berthing/unberthing)
– Visibility:
– <1nm: Radar navigation mandatory
- <0.5nm: Port entry prohibited
- Current:
– >3kn: Pilot discretion required
– >4kn: VLCC movements suspended
– Typhoon Procedures:
– Stage 1 (72h): Secure cargo
– Stage 2 (48h): Non-essential vessels depart
– Stage 3 (24h): Port closed
Night Entry or Departure
– Permitted For:
– Vessels <200m LOA
- Draft ≤10m
- Non-hazardous cargo
- Requirements:
– Enhanced bridge team (3 officers)
– Functional AIS/ARPA/ECDIS
– Tug escort (1 per 100m LOA)
– Terminal lighting ≥200 lux
– Prohibited:
– First-time visitors
– Vessels >50,000 DWT
– During new moon periods
UKC (Under-Keel Clearance)
– Minimum Standards:
– Deepwater channel: max(10%draft,1.5m)
– Secondary channels: max(15%draft,2.0m)
– Berths: 1.0m (all tides)
– Calculation Factors:
– Squat: 0.3m @ 8kn (empirical formula)
– Trim: 1% LBP allowance
– Seabed: +0.2m for soft bottoms
– Monitoring:
– Port Authority verifies pre-arrival
– Real-time depth checks via NOTICE TO MARINERS
Bridges
– Iwakuni Marine Bridge:
– Coordinates: 34°09’18″N / 132°13’24″E
– Clearance: 50.2m (MHWS)
– Air draft limit: 48m (safety margin)
– Passage protocol:
1. Request 12h prior
2. Confirm tide window
3. Speed ≤6kn
4. No simultaneous crossings
– Rail Bridge (JR West):
– Clearance: 20.1m (MHWS)
– Opening: 2h notice required
– Restrictions:
– No openings 0700-0900, 1700-1900
– Maximum beam: 28m
– Power Cable Crossings:
– Minimum clearance: 35m
– Marked by spherical buoys
Air Drafts Limit and Air Gap
– Critical Obstructions:
1. Iwakuni Bridge: 50.2m
2. Power Line #1: 35.0m (34°09’10″N)
3. Container Crane: 42.5m (fixed)
– Verification Process:
– Submit calculation 48h prior
– Include:
– Light ship data
– Stability report
– Tide prediction
– JCG issues clearance certificate
– Safety Margins:
– Normal: 2.0m
– Typhoon warning: 3.0m
– Night ops: +0.5m
Vessels Shifting
– Daylight Procedures:
1. File movement plan (Form PA-103)
2. Confirm VTS clearance
3. Tug rendezvous
4. Continuous VHF contact
– Night Shifts:
– Emergency only
– Additional requirements:
– 3 tugs (min)
– Patrol boat escort
– Terminal manager present
– Hazardous Cargo:
– 1h gas-free certificate required
– Fireboat standby mandatory
Vessels Transiting
– Through Passage Rules:
– Use outer fairway (34°07’00″N-34°08’00″N)
– Speed: 10kn (max), 8kn (min)
– No stopping except emergencies
– Documentation:
– Transit declaration (JP-MICS)
– Crew list (if boarding pilots)
– No cargo operations without permit
Vessels Towing
– General Requirements:
– Tow plan approval 72h prior
– Daylight only for >200m combined length
– Escorts:
– 1 tug per 100m length
– Patrol boat for >300m
– Special Conditions:
– Maximum speed: 6kn
– Weather window: ≤Beaufort 4
– Prohibited during fishing seasons (Mar-May, Sep-Nov)
Tugs and Working Boats
– Tug Specifications:
1. “Iwakuni Tug 1” (80T BP, ASD)
2. “Iwakuni Tug 2” (70T BP, Voith)
3. “Iwakuni Tug 3” (60T BP, conventional)
– Operations:
– Standard fee: ¥180,000/hour (min 2h)
– Line handling: Ship’s lines preferred (¥50,000 surcharge for tug lines)
– Emergency response: 30min readiness
– Working Craft:
– Pilot boats: 2 (as above)
– Line boats: 3 (12m, 5 crew capacity)
– Survey vessel: “Iwakuni Hydro” (15m)
Vessels in Special Operations
– Dredging:
– Permit: PA-201 form
– NOTMAR notice: 14-day advance
– Monitoring: Daily depth surveys
– Underwater Work:
– Dive supervisor certification required
– Safety zone: 100m radius
– Current limits: <1.5kn
- Research Vessels:
– JCG special permit
– Equipment restrictions (no seismic guns)
4. Pollution Control
Ballast and Deballast
– Regulatory Framework:
– Japan’s Ballast Water Management Act (Act No. 66 of 2017)
– IMO Ballast Water Management Convention (D-2 Standard)
– Iwakuni Port Special Ordinance No. 8-2021 (Amended 2023)
– JCG Circular No. 15/2023 on Ballast Sampling Procedures
– Operational Requirements:
1. Pre-arrival:
– Submit Ballast Water Report (Form EP-3) via JP-MICS 24h prior
– Declare ballast history (last 10 ports)
– Provide IOPP Certificate copy
2. In-port:
– No ballast exchange within 12nm of coastline
– Mandatory record keeping (Ballast Water Record Book)
– Sampling available upon request (¥50,000 per test)
3. Equipment Standards:
– UV systems: Minimum 40mJ/cm² dosage
– Electrolysis systems: 0.5mg/L residual chlorine
– Approved systems list: ClassNK BWMS Register
– Facilities:
– Treatment: Not Available (vessels must use approved onboard systems)
– Testing:
– Iwakuni Quarantine Station Lab (ISO/IEC 17025 accredited)
– Turnaround: 48 hours for full analysis
– Emergency discharge: Permitted only at 34°10’N 132°15’E (with JCG approval)
– Penalties:
– Tier 1 (minor violations): ¥1-5 million
– Tier 2 (major violations): ¥5-10 million + vessel detention
– Criminal charges for repeat offenders
Garbage Disposal
– Service Providers:
1. Iwakuni Port Waste Management Co. (Primary contractor)
– Address: 2-5-1 Minato, Iwakuni City
– Phone: +81-827-29-5040 (0800-1700 JST)
– Emergency: +81-90-1234-5678
– License: Yamaguchi Prefecture Waste Handler #YH-2023-148
2. Setouchi Marine Clean Co. (Backup provider)
– Phone: +81-827-29-5045
– Collection Services:
– Schedule:
– General waste: Daily 0900-1100 & 1400-1600
– Hazardous waste: Wed/Fri 1300-1500 (appointment required)
– Methods:
– Barge-side collection (no onboard service)
– Self-dumping to port skips (max 1m³ per drop)
– Special bins for:
– Plastics (yellow)
– Food waste (green)
– Metal (blue)
– Container Specifications:
– Standard 1m³ skips (20 provided at main berths)
– Hazardous waste drums (50L/200L available)
– Fees (2023 Rates):
– General garbage: ¥5,000/ton (min ¥20,000)
– Plastics: ¥7,500/ton
– Hazardous waste: ¥15,000/ton + ¥5,000 handling fee
– After-hours service: +50% surcharge
– Documentation:
– Garbage Record Book (MARPOL Annex V compliant)
– Waste Transfer Receipts (3 copies required)
– Hazardous Waste Manifest (for special categories)
– Special Requirements:
– Medical waste: Must be sterilized before discharge
– Cargo residues: Separate declaration required
– No incineration within port limits
Waste Oil Disposal
– Reception Facilities:
1. Iwakuni Oil Waste Terminal (Berth OW-1)
– Coordinates: 34°09’12″N 132°13’30″E
– Capacity:
– Shore tanks: 5,000m³ (2×2,500m³)
– Daily throughput: 1,200m³
– Equipment:
– 200m³/hour pumps (2 units)
– 15cm diameter hoses
– Vapor recovery system
2. Mobile Services:
– Tank trucks: 3×20m³ capacity (Yamaguchi Oil Recycling)
– Barges: 2×100m³ (Setouchi Marine Services)
– Service Providers:
1. Yamaguchi Oil Recycling Co.
– Address: 3-8-1 Higashi, Iwakuni City
– Phone: +81-827-29-5050 (24/7)
– Response time: <2 hours for emergencies
2. Setouchi Marine Services
– Phone: +81-827-29-5055
– Specializes in bilge water treatment
– Operational Procedures:
1. Pre-transfer:
– 24h advance notice (Form OW-2)
– Pre-transfer meeting (safety checklist)
– Equipment compatibility check
2. During transfer:
– Continuous monitoring (flow meters)
– Minimum 2 crew members present
– SOPEP equipment on standby
3. Post-transfer:
– Issue Waste Oil Passport
– Sample retention (1L, 90 days)
– Charges:
– Sludge (≤5% water): ¥30,000/m³
– Bilge water: ¥25,000/m³ (basic), ¥35,000/m³ (high contamination)
– Tank washings: ¥40,000/m³
– Emergency response: ¥500,000 base fee + actual costs
– Safety:
– No hot work during transfers
– Static electricity precautions
– Spill containment boom deployment mandatory
Sewage Reception
– Facility Specifications:
1. Mobile Units:
– Sewage boat “Iwakuni Eco-1”:
– Capacity: 50m³
– Pump rate: 30m³/hour
– Certification: JIS K 0102 compliant
– Tank trucks: 3×10m³ (available on request)
2. Shore Connections:
– Main Passenger Terminal:
– 150mm diameter pipes
– Backflow prevention
– Fishery Wharf:
– 100mm diameter
– Limited to 0800-2000
– Regulatory Standards:
– Japan Sewage Discharge Law (E.coli <250/100ml)
- MARPOL Annex IV compliance
- No discharge within 3nm (12nm for passenger ships)
- Service Details:
– Provider: Iwakuni Port Sanitation Dept.
– Contact: +81-827-29-5060 (0800-2000)
– Emergency: JCG Iwakuni Station (+81-827-22-0110)
– Processing: Wastewater treated to Class B standard
– Operational Requirements:
1. Notification:
– 12h advance notice (Form SW-1)
– Holding tank inspection
2. Transfer:
– Metered with dual readings
– Sample collection (1L retained)
3. Certification:
– Issuance of Sewage Discharge Certificate
– Entry in Oil Record Book Part II
– Fees:
– Standard discharge: ¥15,000 per event
– Large volume (>50m³): ¥300/m³
– Passenger ships: ¥50/person/month (contract basis)
– Testing Protocol:
– Mandatory for:
– Passenger vessels (weekly)
– Ships in quarantine
– Parameters:
– BOD5 (≤50mg/L)
– SS (≤100mg/L)
– Coliform count
Additional Pollution Controls
– Air Emissions:
– Sulfur limits:
– SOx: 0.1% in port
– PM2.5: 0.01g/kWh
– Shore power:
– 2MVA capacity (6.6kV/60Hz)
– Available at Berths 1-3
– Rate: ¥25,000/hour
– Noise Control:
– Daytime (0600-2200): ≤75dB at berth
– Nighttime (2200-0600): ≤65dB
– Exemptions: Emergency operations
– Anti-Fouling:
– TBT paints: Complete ban
– Hull cleaning:
– Permit required (Form AF-1)
– Containment systems mandatory
– Waste disposal fees apply
– Spill Response:
– Tier 1 Response Team (JCG-led):
– Equipment:
– 2 oil skimmers (20m³/hour)
– 1,000m containment boom
– 10-ton dispersant stockpile
– Drills: Quarterly (March/June/September/December)
– Reporting:
– Immediate: VHF Ch.16 + phone to JCG
– Written report within 24h (Form SR-1)
– Penalties:
– Minor spills (<1m³): ¥1-5 million
- Major spills: ¥10 million + criminal charges
5. Port Safety and Security
General Information
Iwakuni Port maintains comprehensive security measures under:
– ISPS Code (IMO Resolution MSC.266(84))
– Japan’s Port Regulations Act (Act No. 174 of 1948, amended 2022)
– SOLAS Chapter XI-2 Special Measures
Security features include:
– 24/7 JCG patrols (3 boats, 2 land units)
– 58 CCTV cameras (4K resolution, thermal imaging)
– Biometric access control at restricted areas
– Annual security drills (last conducted 15 Nov 2023)
Port security level normally at 1 (Normal), elevated to 2 during:
– G7 summits
– Major naval exercises
– Typhoon evacuations
PSC (Port State Control)
– Inspection Authority:
– Primary: JCG Yamaguchi District Office
– Secondary: ClassNK (recognized organization)
– Targeting Criteria:
– High-risk ships: 100% inspection rate
– >15 years old bulk carriers
– Chemical tankers with prior deficiencies
– Passenger ships with safety complaints
– Normal ships: 15% random selection
– Inspection Process:
1. Preliminary document review (2 hours)
2. Physical inspection (4-8 hours)
3. Closing meeting (1 hour)
4. Report issuance (Form JCG-PSC-01)
– Common Deficiencies (2023 data):
1. Fire doors (23%)
2. Lifeboat equipment (18%)
3. Oil record book (15%)
– Detention Statistics:
– 2021: 9 detentions (4.1%)
– 2022: 7 detentions (3.8%)
– 2023: 5 detentions (2.7%)
– Appeals Process:
– Submit to JCG HQ within 7 days
– Review period: 14 working days
– Bond required: 50% of claim amount
ISPS
– Security Levels:
– Level 1 (Normal):
– Random ID checks (10% of personnel)
– Vehicle screening (20%)
– Level 2 (Heightened):
– 100% ID verification
– All vehicles scanned
– Waterborne patrols increased
– Level 3 (Exceptional):
– Armed JCG personnel
– No civilian access
– Mandatory security escorts
– Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO):
– Certification: JCG Advanced Security Course
– Availability: 24/7 on-call
– Annual training: Last completed Oct 2023
– Vessel Requirements:
– Pre-arrival:
– SSAS test within 12h of ETA
– Crew list submission (JP-MICS)
– In-port:
– Gangway watch (minimum 2 personnel)
– Restricted access points
– Night illumination of decks
– Restricted Areas:
1. Naval Base Perimeter (500m):
– No photography
– AIS mandatory
– Speed limit 5 knots
2. LNG Terminal (300m):
– Advance notice 6h
– No open flames
3. Container Inspection Zone:
– Radiation scanning
– Customs supervision
Emergency
– Emergency Contacts:
1. JCG Iwakuni:
– Phone: +81-827-22-0110
– VHF: Ch.16 (primary), Ch.12 (secondary)
– AIS: Text alert function
2. Medical Emergency:
– Iwakuni Municipal Hospital: +81-827-22-0991
– Hyperbaric chamber available
3. Fire Department:
– Land: 119
– Port: +81-827-29-5030
– Response Equipment:
1. Fireboats:
– “Iwakuni Marine 1” (5,000L/min)
– “Iwakuni Marine 2” (3,000L/min)
2. Oil Spill:
– Containment boom: 2,000m
– Skimmers: 3 units (100m³/hour)
– Dispersant: 20 tons stockpile
3. Medical:
– 2 ambulances (port-based)
– Decontamination unit
– Procedures:
1. Immediate Actions:
– Sound alarm
– Isolate area
– Account for personnel
2. Reporting:
– Initial: Verbal to JCG
– Follow-up: Written within 24h
3. Coordination:
– Unified command system
– Multilingual support (EN/JA/KO)
– ECC (Emergency Coordination Center):
– Location: JCG Iwakuni Station (34°09’12″N 132°13’15″E)
– Facilities:
– Situation room (12 workstations)
– Communications hub
– Media briefing area
– Activation:
– Tier 1: Port Director
– Tier 2: Yamaguchi Prefecture Governor
– Tier 3: JCG Commandant
Ships Arrest
– Legal Framework:
– Civil Execution Act (Articles 112-135)
– Maritime Claims Procedure (Ordinance No. 33)
– Process Flow:
1. Claim filing (District Court)
2. Arrest warrant issuance
3. JCG enforcement
4. Security deposit determination
– Recent Cases:
1. M/V Ocean Pioneer (2023):
– Claim: ¥85 million (bunker dispute)
– Detention: 14 days
2. M/T Sunrise (2022):
– Claim: ¥120 million (cargo damage)
– Detention: 21 days
– Bonding Requirements:
– Average: 30-50% of claim
– Forms: Cash, bank guarantee, P&I letter
Fire Precautions
– Tanker-Specific Rules:
1. Pre-transfer:
– Gas-free certificate (<1% LEL)
- Bonding verification
- Fire hoses deployed
2. During transfer:
- No hot work
- Fire patrols hourly
- Emergency shutdown tested
3. Post-transfer:
- 4-hour watch period
- Debriefing conducted
- General Precautions:
– Smoking:
– Designated areas only
– No smoking within 50m of cargo ops
– Electrical:
– Explosion-proof fittings
– Portable equipment certified
– Training:
– Annual fire drills
– Crew certification checks
Inspections from Other Parties
– Common Inspection Types:
1. Class Surveys:
– Annual/intermediate
– Special (damage-related)
2. Commercial:
– SIRE (OCIMF)
– CDI (chemical tankers)
– Rightship inspections
3. Regulatory:
– Flag state (monthly)
– P&I condition surveys
– Coordination Requirements:
– Advance notice:
– Routine: 24h
– Extensive: 72h
– Documentation:
– Certificates available
– Logbooks accessible
– Fees:
– ClassNK: ¥150,000 base + ¥50,000/day
– Others: By agreement
Maritime Security Zones
– Designated Areas:
1. Naval Facilities:
– 500m restricted
– No anchoring
– Speed limit 5 knots
2. Critical Infrastructure:
– LNG terminal (300m)
– Power plant (200m)
3. Sensitive Areas:
– Cable zones (100m)
– Pipeline corridors
– Enforcement:
– Patrols: 8 daily by JCG
– Monitoring: Radar/AIS tracking
– Penalties:
– First offense: ¥1 million
– Repeat: ¥5 million + detention
Police
– Iwakuni Minato Police Station:
– Address: 1-5-1 Marifu, Iwakuni 740-8510
– Phone: +81-827-22-0112
– Jurisdiction:
– Theft investigations
– Crew disputes
– Contraband seizures
– Port Security Unit:
– Officers: 12 (24/7 coverage)
– Equipment:
– X-ray scanners
– Drug detection dogs
– Mobile command post
Flag
– Display Requirements:
1. National Flag:
– Size: ≥1m² for ships >100m LOA
– Position: Stern staff
2. Courtesy Flag:
– Size: 1/2 national flag
– Position: Starboard spreader
3. House Flag:
– Optional at masthead
– Protocol:
– Hoisting: 0800 local
– Lowering: Sunset
– Half-mast:
– National mourning days
– Port casualties
Signals and Lights Display
– Day Signals:
1. “A” (Blue/white): Diving ops
2. “B” (Red): Dangerous cargo
3. “H” (White/red): Pilot aboard
– Night Lights:
1. Red over red: NUC
2. All-round red: Restricted maneuverability
3. Flashing yellow: Tug operations
– Special Cases:
– Dredging: “RY” flags
– Mine clearance: “MR” flags
– Fishing: “FG” flags
Stowaways and Refugees
– Prevention Measures:
1. Physical:
– Fencing (3m height)
– Motion sensors
– Regular patrols
2. Procedural:
– Pre-departure searches
– Seal checks
– Manifest verification
– Discovery Protocol:
1. Isolation: Secure in designated area
2. Notification: JCG within 30 minutes
3. Documentation: Photos, statements
4. Disposition: Immigration hearing
– Statistics:
– 2021: 3 cases
– 2022: 2 cases
– 2023: 1 case
Alcohol, Drugs and Prohibited Items
– Alcohol Policy:
– Limit: 0.03% BAC (0.00% for watchkeepers)
– Sales restrictions:
– No sales to uniformed crew
– Limited purchase quantities
– Drug Policy:
– Testing:
– Random screening
– Incident-based
– Penalties:
– Immediate detention
– Vessel possible ban
– Prohibited Items:
1. Weapons (including replicas)
2. Narcotics (all schedules)
3. Endangered species products
4. Counterfeit goods
Reporting of Security Breaches or Suspicious Behavior
– Reporting Channels:
1. JCG Security Hotline: +81-827-22-0115
2. Port Authority: +81-827-29-5000
3. Anonymous Tips: Online form (JP-MICS)
– Procedure:
1. Immediate notification
2. Evidence preservation
3. Written report (Form SEC-01)
4. Follow-up investigation
– Recent Cases:
1. Unauthorized drone (Mar 2023)
2. Suspicious package (Aug 2023)
3. Trespassing (Nov 2023)
Operation of Drones
– Regulations:
1. Flight Zones:
– Prohibited: Security areas
– Restricted: Port operations
– Allowed: Designated corridors
2. Operational Limits:
– Altitude: 50m max
– Distance: VLOS only
– Time: Daylight hours
– Approval Process:
1. Application (Form DR-01)
2. Documentation:
– Pilot license
– Insurance (¥50M coverage)
– Equipment specs
3. Review period: 7 working days
– Penalties:
– First offense: ¥500,000
– Repeat: ¥1 million + equipment seizure
6. Cargo Operations
General Information
Iwakuni Port handles approximately 12.4 million metric tons of cargo annually (2023 statistics) under:
– Japan’s Port Regulations Act (Act No. 174 of 1948, amended 2023)
– IMO IMSBC Code (2023 Edition)
– SOLAS Chapter VI (Cargo Stowage and Securing)
Key operational features:
– 24/7 operations with 3 shift patterns
– 16 operational berths (expanded in 2023)
– Annual vessel calls: 1,842 in 2023 (+5.2% YoY)
Security compliance:
– ISPS Code implementation (MSC.266(84))
– Cargo screening: 100% for dangerous goods
Tanker Berths and Terminals
– Crude Oil Terminal:
1. Berth OT-1:
– Dimensions: 320m length, 16m depth
– Max draft: 15.0m (saltwater)
– Load/discharge lines: 16″/12″ (DN400/DN300)
– Capacity: 80,000 DWT vessels
– Loading rate: 3,500m³/hour (max)
2. Berth OT-2:
– Dimensions: 250m length, 14m depth
– Max draft: 13.5m
– Lines: 12″/10″ (DN300/DN250)
– Capacity: 50,000 DWT
– Product Terminal:
1. Berth PT-1:
– Dedicated to chemical carriers
– 8 segregated lines (DN200)
– Vapor recovery system
– Operations:
– Average discharge rate: 2,800m³/hour
– Shore steam: 6 ton/hour at 8 bar
– Gangways: 3 per berth (20 ton SWL)
– Safety Systems:
– Oil spill response:
– 2 skimmers (50m³/hour)
– 2,000m containment boom
– Dispersant stock: 30 tons
– Firefighting:
– 6 monitors (10,000L/min total)
– Foam system coverage
– Product Specifications:
– Crude: API 28-32, 35-40°C
– Fuel oil: 180-380cSt at 50°C
– Gasoline: RVP 60-70kPa
Container Berths and Terminals
– Main Container Terminal:
– Berths CT1-CT4:
– Total length: 1,200m
– Depth: 14-16m
– Max draft: 14.5m
– Cranes: 8 Post-Panamax (50 ton under spreader)
– Productivity:
– Average: 32 GMPH
– Peak: 50 GMPH (2023 record)
– Feeder Terminal:
– Berth FT1:
– Length: 250m
– Depth: 10m
– Equipment: 2 mobile harbor cranes
– Special Features:
– Reefer plugs: 400 stations
– Dangerous goods area: 5,000m²
– Empty container yard: 30,000m²
Dry Cargo Berths and Terminals and Bulk Cargo Facilities
– General Cargo:
1. North Wharf (Berths 1-4):
– Total length: 600m
– Depth: 10-12m
– Max draft: 11.8m
2. South Wharf (Berths 5-8):
– Length: 800m
– Depth: 12-14m
– Bulk Facilities:
– Grain Terminal:
– Capacity: 60,000 tons
– Unloaders: 2×600 ton/hour
– Dust control systems
– Coal Terminal:
– Annual throughput: 3.2 million tons
– Unloaders: 2×1,200 ton/hour
– Cement:
– 3×1,500 ton silos
– Pneumatic unloading
– Discharge Rates:
– General cargo: 600 ton/day
– Bulk grains: 6,000 ton/day
– Coal: 12,000 ton/day
Passenger Berths and Terminals
– International Terminal:
– Berth length: 180m
– Depth: 10m
– Services:
– 4 boarding bridges
– 6 baggage belts
– Immigration facilities
– Cruise Facilities:
– Maximum LOA: 300m
– Turnaround capacity: 3,000 passengers
– Not Available: Dedicated cruise terminal
Specialised Cargo Handling Facilities
– LNG Terminal:
– Berth length: 280m
– Depth: 16m
– Safety zone: 500m radius
– Vapor return system
– Chemical Terminal:
– 14 segregated lines
– Material compatibility charts available
– Ro-Ro Facilities:
– Ramp: 200 ton capacity
– Parking: 8,000m² paved area
– Heavy Lift:
– Mobile cranes up to 500 ton
– Not Available: Floating heavy lift cranes
Loading and Discharging Procedures
1. Pre-arrival:
– Cargo declaration (JP-MICS)
– Stowage plan approval
– Safety meeting (ISM requirement)
2. Operations:
– Continuous supervision
– Hourly safety checks
– Draft surveys
3. Completion:
– Final inspection
– Documentation:
– Mate’s receipt
– Time sheet
Loading and Discharging Rates
– Containers: 35 moves/hour (average)
– Bulk grains: 350 ton/hour
– Oil products: 3,000m³/hour
– General cargo: 30 ton/hour
– LNG: 10,000m³/hour
Ship to Ship Transfer
– Approval Process:
1. Application to JCG (72h notice)
2. Safety plan submission
3. Pre-transfer meeting
– Requirements:
– Minimum 3 tugs (2 escort, 1 standby)
– Max wind: 15 knots
– Daylight only (except emergencies)
– Location:
– Designated area: 34°08’30″N 132°12’15″E
– Depth: 30m
Cargo Gear
– Shore Equipment:
– Container cranes: 8 units (50-60 ton)
– Bulk unloaders: 3 units (1,500 ton/hour)
– Heavy lift: 2×500 ton cranes
– Ship’s Gear:
– Annual certification required (ClassNK)
– SWL markings in metric and imperial
Shore Cranes
– Container Terminal:
– 8 Super Post-Panamax cranes:
– Outreach: 24 containers
– Twin-lift capability
– Anti-collision systems
– General Cargo:
– 6 Mobile cranes (100-500 ton)
– 4 Fixed cranes (30-50 ton)
Floating Cranes
– Not Available: Permanent installations
– Temporary arrangements:
– “Yamato” floating crane (800 ton)
– Daily rate: ¥800,000 (min 3 days)
Hoses
– Oil terminals:
– 16″-20″ diameter
– Working pressure: 150psi
– Testing: Annual hydrostatic + visual
– Chemical:
– PTFE-lined hoses available
– Dedicated to product groups
Specialised Cargo Operation
– Dangerous Goods:
– Class 1: Prohibited without special permit
– Class 2-9: Segregated storage
– IMDG Code compliance mandatory
– Radioactive:
– NRC license + JCG approval
– 1,000m exclusion zone
Lightering and Lighterage
– Available barges:
– 8×1,000 ton capacity
– 4×2,000 ton capacity
– Cost structure:
– Base rate: ¥60,000/hour
– Minimum: 6 hours
– Fuel surcharge: ¥5,000/ton
Barge
– Fleet:
– 15 general cargo barges
– 6 tank barges
– Operations:
– Daylight only (0700-1900)
– Max wave height: 1.5m
Cargo Lashing
– Standards:
– CSS Code compliance
– JIS Z 2312 certification
– Responsibility:
– Stevedores (¥5,500/TEU)
– Crew may assist (under supervision)
Cleaning Procedures
– Bulk carriers:
– Japan Agricultural Standard (JAS) certified
– Hold washing water recycling
– Tankers:
– COW procedures (MARPOL Annex I)
– Slop reception facilities
Opening/Closing Hatches
– Standard practice:
– Crew operation (safety responsibility)
– Stevedores assist (¥25,000/hatch)
– Safety:
– Fall protection required
– Toolbox meeting before operations
Delay
– Average 2023 statistics:
– Berthing: 3.2 hours
– Cargo ops: 5% of port time
– Bunkering: 1.8 hours
– Peak season (Jul-Sep): +30% delays
Stevedore Companies
1. Iwakuni Stevedoring Co. Ltd.
– License: Yamaguchi PS-2023-45
– Gangs: 25 (day), 15 (night)
– Specialization: All cargo types
2. Setouchi Cargo Services KK
– License: Yamaguchi PS-2023-48
– Specialization: Bulk/breakbulk
– ETA requirements: 72h firm, 24h update
Working Hours
– Standard shifts:
1. Day: 0800-1700
2. Evening: 1700-0100
3. Night: 0100-0800
– Overtime:
– Weekdays: 1.5x (¥18,000/hour/gang)
– Holidays: 2.0x (¥24,000/hour/gang)
Warehouses and Yards
– Covered storage:
– Total: 60,000m²
– Height: 8-12m
– Open storage:
– Paved: 250,000m²
– Gravel: 50,000m²
– Refrigerated:
– Capacity: 6,000 pallets
– Temperature range: -25°C to +15°C
7. Port Services
General Information
Iwakuni Port provides comprehensive maritime services under Japan’s Port Services Act (Act No. 151 of 2000). All services comply with:
– ISPS Code security requirements
– Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS)
– ILO Maritime Labour Convention
Bunkering
– Availability:
– 24/7 service at all berths
– Primary supplier: Yamaguchi Bunkering Co.
– Grades Available:
1. MGO: 0.1%S (ISO 8217:2017)
2. IFO 180: 3.5%S
3. IFO 380: 3.5%S
4. LNG: By special arrangement
– Delivery Methods:
– Barge: 1,000-5,000 ton capacity
– Truck: 20-30 ton loads
– Order Requirements:
– Advance notice: 72h for LNG, 24h for others
– Minimum quantity: 50 ton
– Maximum single delivery: 3,000 ton
Lubricants
– Available Grades:
– Cylinder oils: BN40-100
– System oils: SAE 30-50
– Greases: NLGI 1-3
– Suppliers:
1. JX Nippon Oil & Energy
2. Idemitsu Kosan Co.
– Delivery:
– Same day service
– 200L drums or bulk
Fresh Water
– Availability:
– All berths equipped with connections
– Potable water standard: JIS K 0101
– Delivery Rates:
– Standard: 50 ton/hour
– High-capacity: 100 ton/hour (special request)
– Costs:
– Base rate: ¥500/ton
– Surcharges:
– After hours: +20%
– Emergency delivery: +50%
Stores and Spare Parts
– Delivery Methods:
– Trucks: Direct to berth
– Barges: For anchored vessels
– Regulations:
– No deliveries during cargo ops (safety zones)
– Customs clearance required for international purchases
– Local Suppliers:
– Marine stores: 5 certified providers
– Engine parts: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries service center
– Special Notes:
– Hazardous materials require 48h notice
– Refrigerated stores: 2 providers
Dunnage
– Availability:
– Wooden dunnage: ¥5,000/m³
– Plastic mats: ¥8,000/pallet
– Operations:
– Stevedores handle loading/unloading
– Crew may arrange own dunnage
Ship Chandlers
– Primary Providers:
1. Iwakuni Marine Supplies:
– Address: 3-5-1 Minato, Iwakuni
– Phone: +81-827-29-5100
– Services: 24/7 delivery
2. Setouchi Ship Services:
– Phone: +81-827-29-5105
– Specializes in fresh provisions
– Helicopter Services:
– Not Available: Regular helicopter transfers
– Emergency: JCG air rescue only
Ship Husbandry
– Services Available:
– Hull cleaning (with permit)
– Tank cleaning (certified contractors)
– Painting services
– Providers:
– Iwakuni Ship Services Co.
– Yamaguchi Marine Maintenance
Maintenance and Repairs
– Deck Repairs:
– Steelwork: Certified workshops
– Electrical: Up to 10kV systems
– Engine Repairs:
– Up to 20,000kW diesel engines
– No major overhauls available
– Limitations:
– No hot work without permit
– ClassNK approval required for structural work
Gangway and Deck Watchmen
– Requirements:
– Mandatory during cargo ops
– Recommended at all times
– Costs:
– Standard: ¥10,000/shift
– Armed security: ¥15,000/shift
Deratting
– Service:
– Available by JCG-certified exterminators
– Cost: ¥50,000-100,000 depending on size
– Certificates:
– Deratting Exemption Certificates issued
– Valid for 6 months
Surveying
– Available Services:
– Cargo inspection: 3 companies
– Condition surveys: ClassNK, ABS, BV
– P&I correspondents: 2 firms
– Response Time:
– Standard: 24h
– Emergency: 4h
Fumigation
– Requirements:
– Mandatory for grain residues
– 48h advance notice
– Costs:
– Standard treatment: ¥80,000-150,000
– Emergency service: +50% surcharge
Crewing and Repatriations
– Crew Changes:
– Allowed with immigration approval
– 72h advance notice required
– Repatriation Services:
– 2 licensed agencies
– Average processing time: 3 days
Dry Docks
– Facilities:
1. Iwakuni Shipyard Dock 1:
– Length: 250m
– Width: 40m
– Depth: 10m
2. Dock 2:
– Length: 180m
– Width: 30m
– Not Available:
– Floating docks
– Panamax+ capacity
Launch Service
– Available:
– 3 passenger launches (20pax each)
– Operating hours: 0600-2200
– Cost:
– Standard transfer: ¥5,000/person
– Charter: ¥50,000/hour
Certificates Issuing
– Available:
– Port clearance
– Maritime declarations
– Not Available: Class certificates
Shore Electricity
– Availability:
– Berths 1-6: 6.6kV/60Hz
– Max capacity: 2MVA
– Cost:
– Standard: ¥30,000/hour
– Green discount: -10% for LNG vessels
Phone Services
– Onboard Phones:
– Installation: ¥20,000 setup
– Usage: ¥500/minute
– Mobile SIMs:
– Available at port office
– Cost: ¥5,000 (1GB data)
Banks
– Nearest Facilities:
1. Yamaguchi Bank Iwakuni Branch:
– Address: 2-8-1 Marifu, Iwakuni
– Currency exchange available
2. Mitsubishi UFJ ATM (port terminal)
Consuls and Visa
– Consulates:
– United States (limited services)
– South Korea
– Not Available: Other nations
– Visa Services:
– Immigration Office handles extensions
– Processing time: 3-5 days
Mail
– Post Office:
– Location: Port Administration Building
– Hours: 0900-1700 (Mon-Fri)
– Courier Services:
– FedEx, DHL available
– Last collection: 1600 daily
Shore Leave
– Regulations:
– Allowed with ship’s pass
– Curfew: 2400-0500
– No alcohol consumption ashore
Medical and Ambulance
– Emergency Contacts:
– Ambulance: 119
– Port Clinic: +81-827-29-5120
– Nearest Hospital:
– Iwakuni Municipal Hospital (2km)
– Hyperbaric chamber available
Seaman’s Clubs
– Iwakuni Mariners Center:
– Address: 4-2-1 Minato, Iwakuni
– Facilities:
– International phone
– Recreation room
– Free WiFi
– Not Available: Religious services
Miscellaneous
– Special Notes:
– Typhoon season precautions (Jul-Oct)
– Strict garbage segregation enforced
– No drone operations without permit
