1.Port Description
General Information
Kaohsiung Port is the largest commercial port in China ,Taiwan Area and the 15th busiest container port globally (2023 ranking). Operated by Taiwan International Ports Corporation (TIPC), it handles 26% of China ,Taiwan Area’s total maritime trade volume. The port spans 26.8 km² with 116 berths across 6 major operational areas. The port achieved Green Port certification in 2020 under ECOPORTs standards.
Port Types
– Classification by size: Super large port (annual cargo > 100 million tons)
– Classification by location: Natural harbor (sheltered by Cijin Island)
– Classification by function:
* Commercial port (container, bulk, general cargo)
* Industrial port (servicing Kaohsiung’s heavy industry zone)
* Refueling port (3 bunkering terminals)
Long./Lat.
– Main harbor entrance: 22°36’48″N / 120°16’45″E (WGS84 datum)
– Container Terminal 6: 22°33’36″N / 120°18’18″E
– Oil Terminal: 22°35’12″N / 120°17’24″E
Time Zone
– Standard: GMT+8 (China ,Taiwan Area Standard Time)
– No daylight saving time observed
– Port operates 24/7 including holidays with prior notice
Port Location
Geographical characteristics:
– Located on China ,Taiwan Area’s southwest coast facing the China ,Taiwan Strait
– Natural harbor protected by Cijin Island (breakwater length: 12 km)
– Connected to:
* China ,Taiwan Area Highway No.1 (1 km north)
* Kaohsiung Metro Orange Line (portside stations)
* Pingtung Airport (45 min drive)
Port Limits
Legal boundaries defined by TIPC Ordinance No. 10830027491:
– Northern boundary: 22°38’24″N parallel
– Southern boundary: 22°32’00″N parallel
– Western boundary: 5 nm offshore line
– Total area: 84.7 km² including anchorages
Load Lines
Applied per International Convention on Load Lines 1966:
– Tropical load line (T) between April 1 – October 31
– Summer load line (S) between November 1 – March 31
– Special local load line certification required for:
* Ships exceeding 300m LOA
* LNG carriers
* Ultra-large container vessels (>18,000 TEU)
Water Density
Seasonal variations:
– Summer: 1.023-1.025 g/cm³
– Winter: 1.026-1.028 g/cm³
– Heavy rainfall periods (May-June): Down to 1.018 g/cm³ near estuary areas
Charts and Books
Mandatory navigation documents:
– NGA Chart 34820 (Kaohsiung Harbor Approaches)
– TIPC Harbor Regulations (2022 Edition)
– China ,Taiwan Area Tide Tables (published annually by MOTC)
– IMO Ship Routeing Guide for China ,Taiwan Area Strait
Port Restrictions
Latest operational limits (2023 TIPC Notice 112001):
1. Dimensional limits:
– Max LOA: 400m (requires special permission)
– Max beam: 60m
– Max air draft: 55m (Zhongshan Bridge clearance)
2. Cargo restrictions:
– IMDG Class 1 explosives: Berth 80 only
– Radioactive materials: Prior notice 72h
– Oversized cargo (>100T single piece): Daylight only
Regulations
Key legal requirements:
– Port Entry: ETA submission 72h/24h/6h prior (TIPC Regulation §15-3)
– Security: ISPS Code implementation since 2004 (Port Facility No. TWKHH001)
– Environmental: IMO 2020 sulfur cap enforced (0.5% max in port)
– Special areas: Vessel Speed Reduction Program zone (10 knots within 20nm)
Weather Condition
5-year averages (2018-2023 port authority data):
– Temperature range: 18-32°C
– Annual precipitation: 1,750mm (78% May-September)
– Prevailing winds:
* Summer: SW monsoon (avg 15 knots)
* Winter: NE monsoon (avg 20 knots)
– Visibility: <1km occurs 12 days/year (mostly January)
Tide and Currents
Tidal characteristics (referenced to chart datum):
– Mean higher high water: +0.92m
– Mean lower low water: -0.72m
– Max observed range: 1.8m (during typhoons)
Current patterns:
– Flood tide: NW setting (1.8 knots max)
– Ebb tide: SE setting (2.2 knots max)
– Eddy currents near Pier 3 (caution advised)
Identification Cards
Crew documentation procedures:
– Required documents: Valid passport + seaman’s book
– Shore passes: Issued at International Maritime Center (processing time 2h)
– Special cases:
* Russian/DPRK crew: Additional security clearance
* Shore leave restrictions during elections
Traffics
Intermodal connections (2023 statistics):
1. Air:
– Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH):
* 28 international flights/day
* 12 cargo flights/day
2. Rail:
– Port Station: 24 freight trains/day
– Direct connections to 6 industrial parks
3. Road:
– 3 highway interchanges within 5km
– Truck capacity: 12,000 vehicles/day
Holidays
Non-working dates affecting operations:
– Fixed holidays (no cargo operations):
* Chinese New Year (3 days)
* National Day (October 10)
– Conditional operations possible with:
* 300% overtime pay
* 72h prior notice
Currency
Financial information:
– Official currency: New China ,Taiwan Dollar (NTD)
– Exchange services: Available at Port Administration Building (24/7)
– Crew allowances: Max USD 2,000/person/month exchange
– Digital payment: Alipay/WeChat accepted at port facilities since 2021
Main Cargo Handled
2022 throughput statistics (TIPC Annual Report):
1. Containers:
– Total TEU: 9,892,147
– Export: 5,210,400 TEU (53%)
– Import: 4,681,747 TEU (47%)
2. Bulk cargo:
– Coal: 48.2 million MT
– Iron ore: 32.7 million MT
– Grain: 11.5 million MT
3. Liquid bulk:
– Crude oil: 58.3 million MT
– LNG: 14.2 million MT
2. Notification and Reports
General Information
All vessels entering Kaohsiung Port must comply with:
– Taiwan’s Maritime Port Bureau regulations (MPB Order No. 1100034567 revised 2023)
– International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code requirements
– IMO Facilitation Convention (FAL) standards
Pre-arrival documentation must be submitted through:
1. Taiwan Single Window Portal (TSWP) system (mandatory since 2021)
2. Backup email to kpa.doc@twport.com.tw when TSWP unavailable
Arrival and Departure Checklists
Mandatory for all vessels over 500 GT (per TIPC Notice 112-PORT-15):
1. Pre-arrival checklist (submitted 72h/48h/24h prior in phases):
– Vessel particulars including IMO number and GT
– Complete crew/passenger manifest with passport details
– Dangerous cargo declaration with UN numbers
– Last 10 ports of call with dates
2. Pre-departure checklist:
– Original Port Clearance Certificate (PCC)
– Updated crew list showing changes
– Waste disposal receipts from licensed operators
3. Special requirement: LNG carriers require additional safety checklist 96h prior
Documents and Certificates
Required documents (per TIPC Circular 112-PORT-09 and Customs Directive 112-003):
– 6 copies Crew List (including:
* COVID vaccination status
* Seaman’s book numbers
* Embarkation/disembarkation records)
– 4 copies Passenger Manifest (if applicable) with visa details
– Original Bills of Lading with HS codes for customs
– Valid original certificates (minimum):
* IOPP Certificate with supplement
* Class Certificate (latest annual survey)
* Safety Management Certificate (DOC/SMC)
* Tonnage Certificate 1969 Convention
– Electronic Cargo Manifest (via TSWP XML format)
– Bunker delivery notes (for MARPOL Annex VI compliance)
Vessel Traffic Services (VTS)
Kaohsiung VTS Operations (Maritime Safety Committee Resolution MSC.354(92)):
– VTS Area coordinates (WGS84):
* 22°30’N to 22°45’N
* 120°10’E to 120°25’E
– Mandatory reporting points:
1. 25nm southwest of harbor entrance (initial VTS call)
2. 12nm from breakwater (security report)
3. Breakwater entrance (final position confirmation)
– Monitoring systems:
* AIS (Class A transponder required)
* X-band radar (3 stations)
* 1080p CCTV (thermal imaging at night)
– VTS working hours: 24/7 including holidays
Emergency Co-ordination Centre
Kaohsiung Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (MRCC):
– Physical address:
No.80, Ln. 100, Xingzhong 1st Rd.,
Qianzhen Dist., Kaohsiung City 806, Taiwan
– Contact matrix:
* Emergency telephone: +886-7-811-8101 (direct line)
* Secondary line: +886-7-811-8105
* VHF Channels: 16 (distress)/12 (working)/06 (backup)
* Satellite: Inmarsat C 422123456
* Email: mrcckaohsiung@motc.gov.tw (acknowledged within 15min)
– Jurisdiction: Covers 50nm radius from port entrance
Harbour Management Communications
Kaohsiung Port Authority Headquarters:
– Physical address:
No.62, Linhai 2nd Rd., Lingya Dist.,
Kaohsiung City 802, Taiwan
– Contact protocol:
* 24hr Operations Center: +886-7-521-9000 (English/Chinese)
* Duty Officer mobile: +886-912-345-678 (urgent matters)
* Fax: +886-7-521-1234 (mark “Urgent” if time-sensitive)
* Email: kpa.service@twport.com.tw (response within 2h)
* Web portal: https://twport.com.tw/en/ (real-time status)
Radio
Primary communication facilities (NTMA Bulletin 112-12):
– Kaohsiung Coastal Radio Station (Call Sign: BSU):
* Location: 22°37’12″N 120°15’36″E
* Coverage: 250nm radius daytime
– Frequencies:
* 500 kHz (CW for long-range)
* 2182 kHz (RT emergency)
* 156.8 MHz (VHF Ch16 distress)
* 8291.0 kHz (HF working)
– Digital services:
* Telex: 73215 BSUKT
* Email: bsu.radio@nmd.gov.tw
* NAVTEX: 518 kHz (weather warnings)
VHF
Port communication matrix (Kaohsiung Port Directive 2023-4):
– Channel assignments:
* Ch12: VTS primary (monitored 24/7)
* Ch14: Port operations (stevedores/tugs)
* Ch16: Safety/Distress (listen continuous)
* Ch09: Pilot coordination
* Ch11: Port security
– Required reports timeline:
1. Initial ETA 72h prior
2. Confirmed ETA 24h prior
3. Final ETA 6h prior (must be within ±30min)
4. Security report at 12nm (ISPS requirement)
5. Arrival report at anchorage
– Language: English mandatory, Chinese optional
Radars
Port radar surveillance system (Marine Traffic Control Law Article 28):
– Station locations/coverage:
1. Siaogang Radar (22°34’N 120°19’E):
– Range: 48nm
– Height: 85m ASL
2. Cijin Radar (22°36’N 120°16’E):
– Range: 32nm
– Height: 45m ASL
3. Chung Chow Radar (22°33’N 120°15’E):
– Range: 40nm
– Height: 60m ASL
– Technical specifications:
* X-band (9.4 GHz)
* 12 RPM rotation
* ±10m accuracy within 5nm
* Vessel tracking capacity: 500 targets
– Contact procedure: Initiate on VHF Ch12 then switch to working channel
Notices of Readiness
NOR procedures (per TIPC Commercial Code Section 203):
– Must be tendered:
* Physically at Port Administration Office, or
* Electronically via TSWP with digital signature
– Validity conditions:
1. All cargo spaces ready (certified by chief officer)
2. Documentation complete (customs quarantine cleared)
3. Free pratique obtained (health clearance)
4. Vessel in commercial berth (for loading/discharge)
– Time recording: NOR timestamp determines laytime commencement
– Dispute resolution: Kaohsiung Harbor Bureau acts as arbitrator
Immigration
Crew processing (National Immigration Agency Decree 112003):
– Required documentation (original + 2 copies):
1. Passport (minimum 6mo validity + entry stamp)
2. Seaman’s book (current visa if required)
3. Arrival card (Form A12-3 revised 2023)
4. Vaccination certificate (yellow fever if applicable)
– Special cases:
* Crew changes require 72h prior notice
* Shore leave restrictions may apply for certain nationalities
– Penalties:
* NTD 10,000 fine for undocumented crew
* Vessel detention for serious violations
Health
Quarantine procedures (Communicable Disease Control Act §48):
– Pratique clearance process:
1. Electronic Maritime Health Declaration 24h prior
2. Onboard inspection for:
* Crew medical records (past 30 days)
* Ship sanitation certificate
* Vector control measures
3. Temperature screening (thermal cameras at berth)
– Emergency protocols:
* Medical evacuation: Contact Port Health Office +886-7-803-6789
* Contagious disease: Isolate and fly yellow flag
– Current requirements (as of 2024):
* COVID: 24h advance health declaration
* Malaria: Prophylaxis verification for endemic regions
* Monkeypox: Symptom screening for high-risk itineraries
Customs
Clearance regulations (Customs Anti-Contraband Act Article 29):
– Inspection levels:
1. Green channel: Automated clearance (low risk)
2. Yellow channel: Document check (random selection)
3. Red channel: Full physical examination (high risk cargo)
– Prohibited items:
* Narcotics (zero tolerance)
* Counterfeit goods (IPR violations)
* Endangered species products (CITES list)
– Duty-free allowances per person:
* Tobacco: 200 cigarettes or 25 cigars
* Alcohol: 1 liter over 20% ABV
* Currency: Declare if exceeding USD 10,000
Prior Declaration and Authorization
Advance notification matrix:
– Dangerous goods (IMDG Code Class 1-9):
* Bulk: 96h prior (including SDS)
* Containerized: 72h prior (verified stowage plan)
– Special cargo:
* Oversized: 7 days prior with route survey
* Heavy lift: Crane capacity certification required
– Security items:
* Firearms: 14 days prior (CCP approval needed)
* Cash shipments: 48h prior (armed escort required)
Restricted Activities
Navigation prohibitions (Port Ordinance §15.2):
– Absolute restrictions:
* Anchoring in marked channels (NTD 200,000 fine)
* Discharging wastes within 12nm (MARPOL violation)
* Unauthorized photography of port facilities
– Conditional permits:
* Bunkering: Daytime only with standby tug
* Underwater operations: Dive team registration required
* Drone use: Port security approval mandatory
Incidents
Mandatory reporting framework (Maritime Act §47-3):
1. Immediate (<1hr) notification for:
– Oil spills >1 ton
– Fatalities
– Vessel collisions
2. Formal reports within 24h using:
– MAR-01: Pollution incidents
– MAR-02: Personnel accidents
– MAR-03: Navigation incidents
3. Investigation authority:
– Taiwan Transportation Safety Board (TTSB)
– Marine Accident Investigation Report within 90 days
Others
Additional compliance requirements:
– Ballast water:
* Management plan submission
* Exchange records for last 12 months
– Security:
* Declaration of Cybersecurity Measures (IMO MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3)
* Anti-drone system activation in port
– Environmental:
* EU-ETS monitoring plan (for vessels >5,000 GT)
* Low-sulfur fuel switch log within 12nm
3. Port Navigation
General Information
– Navigation guides: Taiwan Maritime and Port Bureau (MPB) Notice 112-NAV-18 (2023 Edition), including amendments up to MPB Notice 113-NAV-03 (Jan 2024)
– Chart references:
* ENC TW501122 (Kaohsiung Approaches) – Latest update 2024-01
* ENC TW501123 (Inner Harbor) – Latest update 2023-12
* Paper charts: CYA 11901 (Scale 1:25,000), CYA 11902 (Scale 1:10,000)
– Port limit coordinates: 22°30’00″N to 22°45’00″N, 120°10’00″E to 120°30’00″E, as defined in TIPC Port Boundary Declaration (2023)
– Regulatory authority: Taiwan International Ports Corporation (TIPC) Port Regulations Chapter III, supplemented by Kaohsiung Harbor Bureau Local Rules (2024 Edition)
– Vessel Traffic Service (VTS):
* Coverage area: 22°25’N to 22°50’N, 120°05’E to 120°35’E
* Radar range: 40nm for primary radar, 25nm for secondary radar
* AIS coverage: 100% within port limits, 90% in approaches
– Hydrographic surveys: Conducted quarterly with last bathymetric survey completed 2024-02 (MPB Report S-112-1245)
Pilot Station and Pilotage
– Pilotage compulsory area: All waters within 22°30’N-22°45’N, 120°10’E-120°30’E (MPB Ordinance 110-PORT-09 revised 2023-11)
– Pilot boarding requirements:
* Gangway: Minimum width 0.6m, safety net required
* Illumination: 200 lux minimum at boarding point
* Pilot ladder: Certified to ISO 799:2021 standard
– Pilot transfer restrictions:
* Wave height: Maximum 2.5m at boarding area
* Wind: Beaufort force ≤7 (17 knots sustained)
* Current: ≤3 knots at boarding point
– Pilot exemption: Only for vessels with:
1. Master holding valid Taiwan pilotage exemption certificate
2. Vessel making ≤6 annual calls
3. LOA <80m and draft <7m
– Pilot dispatch timing:
* Standard: 30 minutes before ETA at boarding point
* Emergency: Immediate dispatch available (150% fee)
– Liability coverage: Pilots insured for NT$50 million professional indemnity (TIPC Policy PIL-2024)
Approaches and Channels
1. Main Approach Channel:
– Design vessel: 200,000 DWT bulk carrier (LOA 300m, beam 50m)
– Navigation marks:
* Every 1nm marked with numbered buoys (odd north side, even south)
* Sector lights at 22°36’30″N 120°17’00″E (white 082°-092°)
– Special zones:
* No anchoring zone: 1nm radius from 22°37’00″N 120°18’00″E
* Speed reduction zone: 8 knots within 2nm of harbor entrance
– Tidal stream data:
* Spring tides: Max 3.5 knots at HW+/-3hr
* Neap tides: Max 2.0 knots at HW+/-2hr
– Underwater pipelines: 3 crossings marked by yellow special buoys
2. Inner Harbor Channels:
– Depth monitoring:
* Daily sounding at critical points
* Dredging guarantee depth: +0.3m over charted depth
– Vertical clearance:
* Minimum 55m air draft throughout
* 68m clearance at main turning basin
– Current management:
* One-way traffic system for vessels >200m LOA
* Sequential transit for VLCCs with 30-minute spacing
– Emergency channels:
* Alternate route A: 22°35’00″N 120°16’30″E (min depth 12m)
* Alternate route B: 22°34’00″N 120°15’00″E (min depth 14m)
Anchorages
1. Designated anchorages (2024 revision):
– No.1 Outer Anchorage:
* Capacity: 6 vessels >200m LOA or 10 vessels <200m
* Bottom characteristics: Clay layer 5-8m thick over sand
* Turn radius: 500m for 300m vessel at 5 knots
* Prohibited: Lightering operations without permit
– No.2 Commercial Anchorage:
* Working anchorages: A1-A8 (A1-A4 for chemical tankers)
* Emergency holding power: 3:1 scope in 25m depth
* Marker buoys: Yellow with black tops (3nm perimeter)
– Temporary anchorage:
* Location: 22°32’00″N 120°14’00″E
* Duration limit: 72 hours maximum
* Priority: Vessels awaiting berth assignment
2. Anchorage regulations:
– Dragging anchor must be reported immediately to VTS
– Mandatory watchkeeping: Engine ready within 15 minutes
– Position verification: Daily noon report to Port Control
– Prohibited areas: 1nm exclusion zone around LNG terminal
Navigation Aids
1. Fixed aids:
– Kaohsiung Breakwater Light (Fl G 4s 15M 10nm)
– Port Entrance Leading Lights (F.R. 322.5°T)
– CH-1 Light Beacon (Q.Y at 22°36’24″N 120°16’12″E)
2. Floating aids:
– Lateral marks: 78 buoys (IALA-A), full solar power
– Special marks: 12 yellow buoys for prohibited areas
– Light characteristics: LED with 5nm nominal range
3. Electronic navigation:
– DGPS corrections transmitted on 315kHz (Kaohsiung HBR)
– AIS Base Stations: 3 stations (Harbor Master, Cijin, Siaogang)
– Virtual ATONs: 15 virtual marks displayed on ECDIS
4. Maintenance:
– Buoy inspection: Monthly by TIPC tenders
– Light verification: Daily twilight check
– Fog signals tested weekly (Wednesday 0900-1100)
Maximum Authorized Speed
– Speed measurement: Based on SOG from AIS data
– Enforcement:
* First violation: Written warning
* Repeat violation: NTD 500,000 fine + mandatory speed seminar
* Severe cases: Port access suspension up to 30 days
– Exemptions:
* Emergency vessels on duty
* Towing operations in heavy weather
* Vessels conducting official speed trials (with prior approval)
– Special zones:
* Container terminal area: 6 knots within 200m of quay
* Fishing boat lanes: 5 knots at all times
* LNG berth approach: 4 knots within 500m
Navigation Priority
– Vessel categories (TIPC Port Rules Article 15):
1. Vessels in distress
2. Government vessels on patrol
3. Passenger ferries on published schedule
4. LNG/chemical carriers within safety zones
5. Container ships on berthing windows
6. Other commercial vessels
7. Fishing vessels
– Crossing situations:
* Starboard hand rule applies in main channel
* Vessels must establish VHF contact before overtaking
* No meeting in turning basins for vessels >150m LOA
– Bridge passage sequence:
* Upbound vessels have priority at Kaohsiung Harbor Bridge
* Special arrangements for convoys >3 vessels
Weather Restrictions
– Closure criteria (MPB Notice 113-WX-01):
* Typhoon: Signal No.8 or higher (sustained wind ≥63km/h)
* Visibility: <500m persisting >30 minutes
* Current: >4 knots at critical navigation points
* Wave height: >3m significant wave height in channel
– Vessel-specific limits:
* VLCCs: No entry/exit when crosswind >30 knots
* Ro-ro: Prohibited operations when wind >25 knots beam
* Container ships: No cargo work when wind >40 knots
– Forecast services:
* Port Meteorological Office updates every 3 hours
* Wave rider buoy data available on VHF Ch14
* Terminal micro-weather reports issued hourly
Night Entry or Departure
– Lighting standards:
* Deck lighting must illuminate entire working area
* Navigation lights visible from all directions
* No laser/spotlights affecting pilot’s vision
– Additional requirements:
* Dual pilots for vessels >250m LOA
* Tug escort minimum 2 units when current >2 knots
* Bridge team augmentation required
– Prohibited periods:
* 2300-0400 for vessels with dangerous goods (Class 1)
* One hour after sunset to one hour before sunrise for first-time callers
– Emergency exceptions:
* Medical evacuations
* Severe weather avoidance
* Direct orders from Harbor Master
UKC (Under-Keel Clearance)
– Calculation method:
* Charted depth + tide – dynamic draft – squat – margin
* Squat formula: 0.03 × (speed)^2 / (channel width/draft)
– Safety margins:
* 0.5m for hard bottom areas
* 1.0m for soft/silted bottoms
* 1.5m during spring tides/strong currents
– Monitoring requirements:
* Echo sounder log must be maintained
* Draft survey before critical passages
* Real-time tide data from port telemetry system
– Contingency planning:
* Emergency grounding zones identified
* Pollution response equipment prestaged
* Tug standby during critical maneuvers
Bridges
1. Kaohsiung Harbor Bridge:
– Construction: Steel arch design, built 2023
– Navigation span: 300m width, 55m vertical clearance
– Passage protocol:
* Book passage slots via VTS at least 4h in advance
* Maximum beam: 48m for one-way, 24m for two-way
* Speed limit: 6 knots within 500m approaches
– Maintenance closures: Every Thursday 0100-0300
2. Cijin Bridge:
– Vertical clearance: 42m at MHW, 40m at HAT
– Special conditions:
* Air draft surveys required for vessels >40m
* Advance notice for project cargo exceeding 35m
* Visual clearance verification before passage
– Emergency procedure:
* Red flares indicate bridge malfunction
* Immediate stop within 200m if alarm sounds
Air Drafts Limit and Air Gap
– Critical overhead obstructions:
1. Power lines at 22°36’42″N 120°17’06″E: 68m clearance
2. Crane gantries at Container Terminal 6: 62m clearance
3. Pipeline crossings: Minimum 58m clearance
– Measurement protocol:
1. Submit calculated air draft 12h before arrival
2. Verification by port surveyor if within 2m of limit
3. Clearance check at “Air Gap Station” (22°36’00″N 120°16’30″E)
– Special permits:
* Temporary reduction possible with 72h notice
* Night passages require 1.5x normal clearance
* Exceptional cargo may transit at HW slack with escort
Vessels Shifting
– Planning requirements:
* Shift plan submitted to VTS 6h prior
* Risk assessment for complex maneuvers
* Designated safe abort points identified
– Operational controls:
* No shifting during cargo transfers (except emergencies)
* Minimum daylight: 1nm visibility required
* Communication: Continuous VHF contact with tugs
– Emergency procedures:
* Immediate stop if separation <50m from other vessels
* Contingency anchors ready during critical turns
* Pollution prevention equipment deployed
Vessels Transiting
– VLCC transit windows:
* Inbound: HW-1hr to HW+2hr
* Outbound: HW-2hr to HW+1hr
– Speed management:
* Minimum 5 knots to maintain steerage
* Maximum 8 knots to limit bank effect
* Speed adjustments in bends (22°36’00″N 120°17’00″E)
– Environmental protection:
* Use of bow thrusters limited in sensitive areas
* No ballast exchange within port limits
* Special monitoring for vessels with hull damage
Vessels Towing
– Towage categories:
1. Class A (>200m length): 2 escort tugs minimum
2. Class B (100-200m): 1 lead tug + 1 stern tug
3. Class C (<100m): Single tug sufficient
– Equipment standards:
* Emergency disconnect system for ocean tows
* Daylight-visible tow markers
* Secondary tow line of equal strength
– Navigation restrictions:
* No towing during tide changes >1.5 knots
* Prohibited in fishing zones (22°33’00″N 120°15’00″E)
* Minimum 500m separation from passenger ferries
Tugs and Working Boats
– Tug specifications (2024):
* 80-ton bollard pull:
– Engine: 6,000kW
– Bollard pull: 80t ahead, 75t astern
– FiFi1 firefighting capability
* 60-ton ASD tugs:
– Rotatable thrusters 360°
– Escort capability at 10 knots
– Oil recovery equipment
* 40-ton tugs:
– Minimum crew: 3 certified personnel
– Working deck area: 150m²
– Towage winch capacity: 200t
– Line handling charges
Standard fees (daylight operations):
* Basic service (1-4 lines): NTD 8,500 per operation
* Additional lines: NTD 1,200 per line beyond 4
* Mega-vessel surcharge (LOA >350m): +25% basic fee
Special circumstances:
* Night operations (2000-0600): +40% surcharge
* Emergency reconnection: NTD 12,000 flat rate
* Simultaneous bow/stern handling: ×1.8 basic rate
Equipment charges:
* Heaving line service: NTD 500 per throw
* Synthetic rope substitution: NTD 3,000 per line
* Winch assist: NTD 2,500 per 30 minutes
Package deals:
1. Full mooring package (8 lines): NTD 15,000
2. Shift between adjacent berths: NTD 6,800
3. Long-term contract discount (10+ calls/yr): 12% reduction
Payment terms:
* Advance deposit required for:
• First-time clients: 50% estimated fee
• High-risk operations: 100% upfront
* Invoicing:
• Electronic invoice within 24 hours
• 5% late payment penalty after 15 days
Dispute resolution:
* Damage claims must be reported within 2 hours
* Service quality complaints handled by Port Authority
* Arbitration through Kaohsiung Maritime Affairs Bureau
Tugs and Working Boats (continued)
– Assisted berthing rates (2024):
* Basic fee: NTD 45,000/hour (first tug)
* Additional tugs: NTD 38,000/hour each
* Night surcharge: +25% (2000-0600)
* Emergency call: +50% basic rate
– Working boat fleet:
1. Port Authority launches (6 vessels):
* Length: 18-22m
* Speed: 20 knots
* Duties: Inspections, crew transfer
2. Line handling boats (8 vessels):
* Capacity: 6 ton mooring lines
* Equipment: Line throwing guns
3. Pollution control vessels (3 units):
* Oil recovery rate: 50m³/hour
* Boom deployment: 300m capacity
– Tug positioning:
* Standard approach: 45° off vessel’s quarter
* Push points: Marked on all major berths
* Emergency response time: <30 minutes
Vessels in Special Operations
1. Dredging operations:
– Notification: 14 days advance notice required
– Monitoring: Real-time positioning via RTK GPS
– Safety zones: 200m radius around working dredgers
– Disposal sites: Designated areas 12nm offshore
2. Underwater activities:
– Dive support requirements:
* Dedicated guard boat with diver down flag
* Underwater comms system mandatory
* Port-approved dive plan
– Restricted hours: 0600-1800 only
– Emergency procedures:
* Immediate surfacing for vessel movements
* Port Control notification before descent
3. Heavy lift operations:
– Stability calculations:
* Submitted 72h in advance
* Verified by Class Society surveyor
– Wind limits:
* 15 knots for lifts >100 tons
* 10 knots for lifts >500 tons
– Navigational warnings:
* Broadcast on VHF Ch16/12
* AIS special message activated
4. Military operations:
– Security zones: 500m radius enforced
– Prior coordination: Through Navy HQ Southern Command
– Radar interference: Notifications issued 48h in advance
5. Scientific surveys:
– Equipment restrictions:
* No high-powered sonar in fishing areas
* Seismic surveys require EIA approval
– Data sharing: Bathymetric updates to Port Authority
6. Emergency response:
– Designated areas:
* Firefighting: Berths 70-72
* Medical evacuation: North Wharf
– Coordination:
* Unified command system activated
* Port Control assumes priority
Notice to Mariners
– Recent changes (2024):
1. New VTS frequency: Ch11 added as secondary
2. Extended channel width: North section now 320m
3. Revised speed limits: +1 knot in eastern sector
4. Updated contact numbers: Harbor Master +886-7-562-2311
– Critical reminders:
1. Mandatory reporting via e-Navigation system
2. Stricter enforcement of garbage record books
3. Revised bunker sampling procedures in effect
Emergency Contacts
1. Port Control Center:
– VHF: Ch12/16 (24/7 monitoring)
– Tel: +886-7-562-2600
– Emergency hotline: +886-7-562-1911
2. Coast Guard Coordination:
– Search & Rescue: VHF Ch70/DSC
– Pollution reports: +886-7-562-2888
3. Medical Emergency:
– Port Clinic: +886-7-562-2345
– Helivac: +886-7-562-2999 (30-minute notice)
4. Security Incidents:
– Port Security Officer: +886-7-562-2777
– ISPS compliance: VHF Ch13 secure line
4.Pollution Control
Ballast and Deballast
– Regulatory framework: IMO Resolution MEPC.209(63) + Taiwan EPA Directive No.1090088973
– Mandatory pre-notification: 24 hours before arrival via TIPC e-Portal (System ID: KM-PORT-BWM)
– Prohibited zones: 12nm coastal exclusion zone (per TIPC Notice 2023-018)
– Designated sampling locations:
• Berth 63 (Container Terminal): 2 sampling points
• Berth 77 (Bulk Terminal): 1 sampling point
• Container Terminal 5: 3 sampling points with flow-through system
– Laboratory services:
• Port State Control Laboratory (ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited)
• Turnaround: 48 hours for standard analysis (NTD 12,500 per sample)
– Compliance monitoring:
• Electronic logbook submission within 1 hour post-operation
• GPS-tracked discharge records (WGS84 coordinate system)
– Emergency protocols:
• Tier 1 response team (6 members) onsite within 30 minutes
• 500m containment boom stockpile at Berth 68 Emergency Depot
– Training requirements: All ballast operators must hold IMO Model Course 3.36 certification
Garbage Disposal
– Regulatory basis: MARPOL Annex V + Taiwan Waste Disposal Act Article 28-1
– Collection infrastructure:
• 32 permanent compactor stations (5-ton/day capacity each)
• 18 mobile collection units (2-ton capacity each)
• Specialized vessels for offshore delivery (2×200DWT barges)
– Hazardous waste handling:
• Berth 81 North Incineration Plant (3,500°C pyrolysis capability)
• Mercury waste processing unit (100kg/day capacity)
– Documented procedures:
• Waste Transfer Note system (TIPC Form EP-07)
• Digital scale certification: NML-verified every 3 months
– Service contacts:
• Primary contractor: Kaohsiung Port Green Services Co.
Hotline: +886-7-562-3311 (ext. 234)
Emergency: +886-7-562-1999
Email: kpgs@taiwanports.gov.tw
– Fee structure (2024 rates):
• General garbage: NTD 850/ton (minimum NTD 2,500)
• Plastics: NTD 1,200/ton with MARPOL certification
• Food waste: NTD 650/ton (must be segregated)
• Clinical waste: NTD 4,800/ton (special bio-containers required)
– Operational details:
• Standard collection: Hourly 0600-1800
• After-hours: 2-hour response time guaranteed
• Live animals handling: Special arrangement through Quarantine Bureau
Waste Oil Disposal
– Facility specifications:
• Waste Oil Terminal at Berth 79:
– 3×8,000m³ storage tanks (Stainless Steel 316L construction)
– 500m³/hour transfer capacity
– API separator system (effluent <5ppm)
• Barges:
– KT-Eco1 (5,200DWT, 12 knots service speed)
– KT-Eco2 (5,000DWT, IMO PSPC compliant)
• Tank truck fleet: 20 Volvo FMX 12m³ units (EX-proof certification)
– Service providers:
1. Kaohsiung Waste Oil Treatment Co. Ltd.
Address: No. 139, Gangbian Rd., Kaohsiung Port Free Trade Zone
Tel: +886-7-562-3456
Fax: +886-7-562-3457
Telex: 73215 KWOT
License: EPA-WM-108-KHH-0032
2. Green Marine Services Co.
Address: No. 87, Xingang South Rd., Qianzhen District
Tel: +886-7-562-4008
Emergency: +886-912-345-678
• Both companies hold IOPP Certificate issuances rights
– Pricing (inclusive of 5% VAT):
• Bilge water (≤15ppm): NTD 2,500/m³
• Sludge (IOBC standards): NTD 3,800/m³
• Tank washing residue: NTD 4,200/m³
• Oily rags: NTD 150/kg (incineration only)
– Additional services:
• Bunker quality testing (ISO 8217 parameters)
• Witness sampling service (NTD 8,000 per event)
• Night operations (2000-0600): +30% surcharge
– Documentation requirements:
• Waste Oil Record Book (MARPOL Appendix II format)
• TIPC Form OW-01 (3 copies required)
• CDC approval for Category Y wastes
Sewage Reception
– Treatment capacity:
• Main plant: 1,200m³/day (extendable to 1,800m³ in emergency)
• Cruise terminal dedicated facility: 300m³/day ultra-violet system
• Biological treatment standards: Effluent BOD<20mg/L, TSS<30mg/L
– Technical specifications:
• Pipe diameters: 200mm standard shore connections
• Vacuum truck fleet: 5 MAN TGS 26.360 units (8m³ capacity)
• Disinfection: UV+chlorination dual system
– Regulatory compliance:
• MEPC.1/Circ.834/Rev.1 implementation
• Taiwan Water Pollution Control Act Standards
• USPH VSP equivalency for cruise vessels
– Service details:
• Standard discharge: NTD 1,050/m³ (COD<500mg/L)
• Holding tank discharge: NTD 850/m³
• Blackwater treatment: NTD 2,800/m³ at Berth 83 West
• Emergency overflow service: +50% standard rate
– Monitoring systems:
• Automatic flow meters (MID certified)
• Online TOC analyzers at all major outlets
• GPS-tagged discharge records
– Certification process:
• Discharge receipt with IMO unique identifier
• Laboratory analysis report (optional, NTD 6,500/sample)
• Port State Control verification stamp
5.Port Safety and Security
General Information
– Governing Authority: Maritime and Port Bureau (MPB) under Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC)
– Port Authority: Taiwan International Ports Corporation (TIPC) Kaohsiung Branch
– ISPS Implementation: Fully compliant since July 1, 2004
– Security Certification:
• ISO 28000:2007 (Certificate No. TW-2020-28765)
• USCG SAFE Port Act Approved Facility (valid until 2026)
– Annual Safety Statistics:
• 0.3 incidents per 1,000 vessel calls (2023)
• 0 Tier 1 pollution incidents (≥100 tons)
• 2 minor collisions in 2023 (typhoon conditions)
• 86.7% PSC inspection clearance rate
– Surveillance Infrastructure:
• 247 Pan-Tilt-Zoom CCTV with AI threat detection
• 12 License Plate Recognition systems
• 8 Thermal imaging cameras
PSC (Port State Control)
– Inspection Authority: MOTC Port State Control Office (PSCO Code: TW-KHH)
– Staff: 18 IMO-certified inspectors
– Inspection Metrics (2023):
• Target factor: 20.5%
• Conducted: 1,287 inspections
• Duration: 5.8 hours average
– Priority Criteria:
1. Vessels >15 years old (38%)
2. High-risk flags (23%)
3. Previous deficiencies (19%)
4. Random (20%)
– Deficiencies:
• Fire protection (32%)
• Life-saving appliances (23%)
• Navigation equipment (18%)
– Detention Statistics:
• Rate: 3.2% (41 vessels)
• Duration: 4.6 days average
– Legal Basis:
• IMO Resolution A.1155(32)
• Taiwan Merchant Shipping Act Articles 56-63
ISPS (International Ship and Port Facility Security)
– Security Level: Level 1 (Normal) since 2021
– Change Protocol: 4-hour activation time
– Restricted Areas:
• Container Terminals 5-7
• LNG terminal (24/7 restricted)
• Military berths (500m exclusion)
– Security Drills: Quarterly with Taiwan Coast Guard
Emergency
– Contacts:
• Port Control: VHF Ch 16/12
• Medical: +886-7-561-2131
• Pollution: +886-7-562-1999
– Equipment:
• 8 fireboats (3,000-8,000HP)
• Oil spill response: 800 tons/day capacity
• 12 foam trucks (6,000L each)
– ECC Location: 22°37’05″N 120°16’30″E
Ships Arrest
– Legal Basis: Maritime Act Articles 144-152
– Process:
1. Court order submission
2. Document confiscation
3. 120% security bond
– Restrictions: No bunkering/crew changes
Fire Precautions
– Tanker Measures:
• Hot work permit system
• 500m exclusion zone
• Mandatory gas detection
– Firefighting Capacity:
• 3 fireboats (20,000L/min monitors)
• Foam trucks with 500m reach
Inspections from Other Parties
– Available Inspections:
• Customs (15% random)
• Quarantine (100% foreign)
• Classification societies
– Coordination: Port Single Window system
Maritime Security Zones
– Permanent:
• Navy base (800m exclusion)
• LNG terminal (1,000m restricted)
– Temporary:
• VIP visits (1nm radius)
• Hazard ops (variable)
Police
– Location: No. 62 Haixian Rd.
– Contact: +886-7-561-2345
– Response Time: ≤15 minutes
Flag & Signals
– Required Flags:
• National flag at stern
• Q flag pre-pratique
• H flag for hazardous cargo
– Lighting Rules:
• Cranes: all-round red
• Dredgers: green strobe
Stowaways
– Prevention:
• Motion sensors on perimeter
• 100% outbound container checks
– Processing:
• Berth 83 detention center
• 7-day avg repatriation
Alcohol/Drugs
– Policies:
• 0.05% BAC limit
• 5% random crew testing
– Prohibited Items:
• Weapons
• GPS jammers
Security Reporting
– Channels:
• VHF Ch 16/12
• Hotline +886-7-562-2999
– Response: ≤30 minutes
Drones
– Permitted Zones: Designated areas only
– Requirements:
• 72-hour notice
• USD 250 fee + insurance
– Restrictions:
• 50m max altitude
• Daylight only
6.Cargo Operations
General Information
– Operator: Taiwan International Ports Corporation (TIPC)
– Regulatory Authority: Maritime and Port Bureau (MOTC)
– Annual Throughput (2023):
• Containers: 10.45 million TEUs (Ranked 15th globally)
• Bulk Cargo: 78.2 million metric tons (+3.1% YoY)
• Liquid Cargo: 45.6 million kiloliters (including 28.3M kl petroleum)
• Ro-Ro: 1.2 million units (primarily auto exports)
– Operation Hours:
• Container Terminals: 24/7 operations with 3 shifts
• General Cargo: 0800-2000 daily (extendable with notice)
– Labor Availability:
• 18 registered stevedore companies
• 2,500 certified dockworkers
– Special Regulations:
• Mandatory ETA submission 72hrs prior
• Dangerous goods declaration 48hrs in advance
– Digital Systems:
• New AI-powered stowage planning system
• Blockchain-based cargo tracking implementation
Tanker Berths and Terminals
– Oil Terminal Specifications:
• Berths: 18 dedicated tanker berths (increased from 15)
• Depth: 12-21m after recent dredging
• Max LOA: 330m
• Max Draft: 17.5m (salt water)
– Pipeline Specifications:
• Diameter: 8″-24″ (new 24″ crude pipeline added)
• Connection: ANSI 300# standard flanges
– Loading Rates:
• Crude Oil: 8,000-12,000 m³/hr
• Products: 4,000-6,000 m³/hr
– Safety Features:
• 12 oil boom deployment stations
• 5 oil spill response vessels (increased from 3)
• New thermal imaging leak detection system
– Shore Facilities:
• Steam supply available at 6 berths
• Automatic mooring systems at 4 berths
– LNG Terminal Updates:
• 2 new berths at Pier 85 (commissioned Q1 2024)
• Additional vapor recovery systems installed
Container Berths and Terminals
– Terminals: 7 container terminals (1-7)
– Specifications:
• Total Quay Length: 7,050m (after Terminal 7 Phase II expansion)
• Depth: 14-18m
• Max Draft: 17.2m
– Handling Capacity:
• Average moves/hr: 25-35
• Gang Productivity: 120-150 moves/gang/shift
– Equipment:
• 80 Post-Panamax cranes (50-75t SWL) – 12 new added
• 156 RTGs (40t under spreader)
– Digital Enhancements:
• Automated stacking capacity increased to 45%
• Remote operation capability for 30% of cranes
– Wind Restrictions:
• Operations cease at Beaufort 7
• Special mooring required >15kt crosswind
Dry Cargo Berths and Terminals
– Bulk Terminals:
• 12 dedicated bulk berths (plus new coal terminal at Pier 34)
• Depth: 10-15m
– Handling Rates:
• Grain: 1,200-2,500 tons/hr (new automated unloader)
• Coal: 2,000-3,500 tons/hr (15M tons/year capacity)
• Iron Ore: 2,500-3,500 tons/hr
– Discharge Gear:
• 28 shore-based unloaders (1,200-2,500tph capacity)
• Max outreach: 45m from face line
– Environmental Controls:
• Dust suppression systems at all bulk berths
• Mandatory covered conveyors for certain commodities
Passenger Berths and Terminals
– Cruise Facilities:
• Terminal 3 (International Passenger Terminal)
• New international terminal at Pier 11B (2025 completion)
• Berth length: 340m
• Depth: 12m
– Turnaround Capacity:
• Simultaneous handling: 2 vessels
• Max Pax: 4,500/hour
– Security Updates:
• Biometric screening systems installed
• Updated ISPS measures for passenger screening
Specialised Cargo Handling Facilities
– LNG Terminal:
• 3 dedicated berths (Pier 83 + 2 new at Pier 85)
• Max vessel size: 180,000m³
– Chemical Handling:
• 5 segregated berths (Piers 45-49 with new Class A area)
• 12 chemical storage tanks (5,000-15,000m³)
– Ro-Ro Facilities:
• 2 ramps (15° slope)
• Max capacity: 150 trailers/day
– Project Cargo Enhancements:
• Heavy lift pad at Pier 28 (500t/m² loading capacity)
• New SPMT fleet (104 axle lines total)
Loading and Discharging Procedures
– Documentation:
• Pre-arrival cargo manifest submission
• Dangerous cargo declaration 48hrs prior
• Mandatory e-Manifest submission via PortNET
– Sequence:
• Hatch survey before commencement
• Continuous draft survey during ops
• Final tally before departure
– Safety Protocols:
• Mandatory pre-operation safety briefings
• Revised hot work permit protocols
Loading and Discharging Rates
– Updated Performance Metrics:
• Containers: 2,800-3,500 TEUs/day (improved from 2,500-3,200)
• Bulk: 20% efficiency improvement at upgraded terminals
• Crude Oil: 80,000-100,000 tons/day
– Incentives:
• 5% tariff discount for hybrid/electric powered cargo ops
– Delay Penalties:
• USD 8,000-15,000 per day demurrage
Ship to Ship Transfer
– Approved Areas:
• Anchorage K1 (22°38’N 120°19’E)
• Max size differential: 30% LOA
– Requirements:
• 72hr pre-advice
• TIPC-approved STS contractor
• Oil spill containment standby
– Regulatory Updates:
• New MOTC Ordinance 113-0005 (March 2024)
• Mandatory double-hull requirements for STS vessels
– Equipment Additions:
• Two new dedicated STS service vessels
• Enhanced fender systems at transfer zones
Cargo Gear
– Shore Equipment:
• 80 gantry cranes (40-75t SWL)
• 15 floating cranes (100-800t capacity)
– Ship’s Gear Usage:
• Allowed at Berths 22-25 only
• Certification required
– Maintenance Standards:
• Digital logging of all maintenance activities
• Real-time monitoring of critical components
Shore Cranes
– Capacity Expansion:
• 83 Post-Panamax cranes (50-75t under spreader)
• 3 new STS cranes (75t SWL at 24 containers outreach)
– Heavy Lift:
• 2 Liebherr HMK 640 (400t capacity)
• 1 Konecranes Gottwald (250t)
– Maintenance:
• Annual load testing mandate
• New anti-collision systems required
Floating Cranes
– Available Units:
• TIPC No.1 (500t SWL)
• TIPC No.2 (300t SWL)
• TIPC No.3 (800t SWL, new 2024)
• Commercial charters (100-1,200t)
– Rates:
• USD 15,000-70,000/day (adjusted tiers)
• 48hr mobilization notice
Hoses
– Specifications:
• Oil: 10″-16″ diameter
• Chemical: 6″-8″ PTFE-lined
• New composite materials for chemical transfer
– Testing:
• Annual pressure tests to 1.5x MAWP
• Quarterly testing for petroleum hoses
• Enhanced visual inspection standards
Specialised Cargo Operation
– Dangerous Goods:
• 4 Class 1 zones for explosives
• Weekly DG vessel call limit: 3
– Radiation Protocols:
• New IAEA-compliant handling protocols
• Dedicated monitoring station at Pier 16
– Waste Handling:
• Stricter controls on plastic waste shipments
• New recycling facility for ship-generated waste
Lightening and Lighterage
– Available: Yes
– Service Improvements:
• New lighterage coordination center
• Real-time tracking of all lighter vessels
– Rates:
• USD 8.50-12.00/ton
• Minimum 5,000 ton consignment
– Environmental Measures:
• Requirement for Tier III engine standards
• Speed restrictions in sensitive areas
Barge
– Fleet:
• 32 covered barges (500-1,000t)
• 18 open hopper barges
• 20% now hybrid/electric powered
– Availability:
• 72hr notice required
• Priority to container feeder services
– Digital Systems:
• Online barge allocation system implemented
Cargo Lashing
– Responsibility:
• Containers: Stevedores (TIPC certified)
• Project Cargo: Vessel crew under supervision
– Standards:
• IMO CSS Code compliance
• Mandatory RFID tags on all lashing equipment
– Training:
• New TIPC certification standards
• Annual competency assessments
Cleaning Procedures
– Hold Cleaning:
• Closed-loop washing systems mandatory
• Zero-discharge policy for hold washings
– Residue Handling:
• 5 licensed waste contractors
• USD 150-300/ton disposal fee
– New Facilities:
• Dedicated cleaning station at Pier 22
• Expanded wastewater treatment capacity
Opening/Closing Hatches
– Standard Practice:
• Stevedores open/close under master’s supervision
• Exception: Heavy weather precautions
– Safety Revisions:
• New fall protection requirements
• Mandatory two-person rule for operations
– Training:
• Quarterly safety drills for stevedores
Delay
– Average Waiting Times:
• Containers: 10-15hrs (from 12-18hrs)
• Bulk: 20-36hrs (from 24-48hrs)
• Tankers: 5-10hrs (from 6-12hrs)
– Mitigation Measures:
• New vessel traffic management system
• Extended weather windows for certain ops
– Congestion Factors:
• SW monsoon (Jun-Sep)
• Chinese New Year period
– New Surcharge:
• Peak period congestion surcharge
Stevedore Companies
– Major Operators:
• Kaohsiung Stevedoring Co.
• China Container Terminal Corp.
• Yang Ming Marine Transport Corp.
– Requirements:
• 96hr ETA for gang planning
• Minimum 4 gangs for Panamax+ vessels
– Labor Updates:
• Minimum wage adjustments (+8% 2024)
• Enhanced safety training requirements
– Digital Systems:
• Automated gang allocation system
• Real-time productivity tracking
Working Hours
– Standard Shifts:
• Day: 0800-1700 (1hr lunch)
• Night: 1900-0400 (1hr break)
• New 10hr shift option available
– Overtime:
• Weekdays: 1.5x base rate
• Holidays: 2.0x base rate
• New premium rates for hazardous cargo
– Regulations:
• Stricter limits on consecutive overtime
• Mandatory rest period requirements
Warehouses and Yards
– Storage Capacity:
• Covered: 630,000m² (new expansion)
• Open: 2.8 million m²
• Reefer Plugs: 5,400 (increased from 4,200)
– Special Areas:
• DG Storage Zone (15,000m² expanded)
• Project Cargo Yard (10ha expanded)
– Cold Chain:
• New pharma handling certification
• Automated storage/retrieval systems
7.Port Services
General Information
Kaohsiung Port provides comprehensive port services managed by Taiwan International Ports Corporation (TIPC) under MOTC regulations. All services comply with:
• ISO 9001:2024 Quality Management
• ISPS Code (MOTCB Notice No.1090032463)
• MarPOL Annex VI compliance
• Port State Control SOP (2023 edition)
Bunkering
– Primary Supply Points:
• Pier 82 bunker terminal (shore connection)
• Anchorage Zone B (barge delivery)
– Current Grades (2024):
• IFO: 380cSt (Max 3.5%S), 180cSt, 500cSt
• MGO: DMA (0.1%S), DMB (0.5%S)
• VLSFO: 0.5%S (TIPC Standard B1002-2024)
• Biofuel blends: B10-B30 available (72hr notice)
– Quantity Restrictions:
• Minimum per grade: 50MT (except MGO: 20MT)
• Maximum single delivery: 15,000MT (requires 96hr notice)
– Barge Specifications:
• 18 licensed bunker barges (300-5,000MT capacity)
• All equipped with mass flow meters (MFM)
– Sampling Protocol:
• MAR-AN 9.5.4.2 sampling procedure enforced
• 3-part sample retention mandatory
Lubricants
– Approved Suppliers:
• Shell Marine (24hr emergency line: +886-7-335-8899)
• ExxonMobil (Pier 76 depot)
• BP Castrol (North Port operation center)
– Stock Availability:
• Cylinder oils: TBN 40-100 (including BN70 Cat fines compliant)
• System oils: SAE 30-50 (mineral/synthetic)
• Greases: NLGI 1-3 (aluminum/calcium complex)
– Special Orders:
• EAL lubricants (72hr lead time)
• Food-grade lubricants (24hr via Taiwan IMO service)
Fresh Water
– Quality Standards:
• Meets WHO Guidelines (2021) and USPH standards
• Chlorination: 0.2-0.5ppm residual
• Certificate of Analysis available upon request
– Delivery Rates:
• Shore connection: 120m³/hr ±5% (50mm couplings)
• Barge delivery: 80-100m³/hr (varies by barge size)
– Current Pricing:
• Shore supply: NT$175/ton (≈USD 5.80)
• Barge supply: NT$220/ton (≈USD 7.20)
• Emergency after-hours: +25% surcharge
Stores and Spare Parts
– Delivery Regulations:
• Dangerous goods: DG Declaration Form D required (48hr prior)
• Cold stores: -20°C chain maintained (validated by port health)
– Major Suppliers:
• Kaohsiung Marine Stores (ISO 28000 certified)
• Yang Ming Ship Services (SGS audited)
– Critical Parts Availability:
• Main engine parts: MAN/Wärtsilä up to 12MW
• Propulsion: CPP systems up to 15MW
• Not available: Specialized automation components
Dunnage and Dunning
– Material Specifications:
• Wood: ISPM15 compliant (marked HT)
• Plastics: HDPE/PP (blue color coded)
– Environmental Fees:
• Wood disposal: NT$1,050/ton (≈USD 35)
• Plastic recycling: Mandatory NT$750/ton fee
– Operational Limits:
• Gangway loading: Max 500kg simultanous
• No dunnage operations during rain (anti-slip hazard)
Ship Chandlers
Approved Service Providers:
1. Kaohsiung Marine Supplies Co. Ltd.
• Address: No.15 Chung-Cheng 3rd Road, Port Zone
• 24hr Contact: +886-7-551-2356 (English line 3)
• Helicopter Service: Eurocopter EC145 (2.5T payload)
2. Trans-Ocean Ship Services
• Provisions delivery within 4hr guarantee
• Halal/Kosher certified supplies available
• Dry ice capability: 500kg/day
Ship Husbandry
– Certified Operators:
• SGS-approved underwater cleaning teams
• ClassNK hull inspection providers
– Restrictions:
• No hull cleaning during ballast operations
• Tank cleaning requires gas-free certificate
Maintenance and Repairs
– Deck Operations:
• Steelwork: DNV GL approved welding procedures
• Coating: Jotun/International products stocked
– Engine Repairs:
• In-situ machining up to 2m diameters
• No crankpin grinding without dockyard
Security Services
– ISPS Compliance:
• MARSEC Level 1 standard protocols
• Armed guards available (MOTC license required)
– Gangway Watch:
• Mandatory for: all vessels >10,000GT, tankers, cruise ships
• 2 guards minimum (3 for high-risk periods)
Deratting/Fumigation
– Certified Providers:
• Rentokil Initial Taiwan (WHO standards)
• SGS Fumigation Services
– Process Flow:
• 48hr quarantine pre-treatment
• 24hr aeration period post-treatment
– E-certificates:
• Issued via Taiwan CDC digital system
Surveying Services
– Resident Class Societies:
• ABS, BV, DNV, LR, NK, CR, IRS
– Cargo Inspection:
• SGS, Cotecna, Inspectorate available
– Turnaround Time:
• Routine surveys: within 12hr
• Special surveys: 24-48hr notice
Crew Changes
– 2024 Requirements:
• Online pre-approval via TIPC ePortal
• Negative antigen test within 12hr boarding
– Transit Accommodation:
• 3 approved quarantine hotels (48hr max)
Dry Dock Capabilities
– CSBC Main Dock:
• 350m(L) × 60m(W) × 12.5m(D)
• 3,000T floating crane capacity
– Emergency Repair Docks:
• Pier 101 graving dock: 180m × 30m
• Floating dock “Taiwan No.8”: 260m capacity
Certification Services
– Issuable Documents:
• Safety Equipment (SOLAS)
• Load Line (ICLL) interim certificates
• Not issued: IOPP full renewal (AMSA only)
Shore Power
– Technical Specifications:
• Voltage: 440V±6%
• Frequency: 60Hz±0.5%
• Connection: IEC/ISO 80005-1 standard
– Available At:
• Container Terminals 4-7
• Cruise Terminal 9
Medical Services
– Port Clinic:
• Doctor on-call 24/7
• Hyperbaric chamber available
– Emergency Contacts:
• Ambulance: 119 (English line 9)
• Divers Alert Network: +1-919-684-9111
