1.Port Description
General Information
Lianyungang Port is a major seaport in China, located in Jiangsu Province. It ranks among China’s top 10 ports in terms of cargo throughput and serves as the eastern bridgehead of the New Eurasian Land Bridge. The port consists of four main port areas: Dapu, Xuwei, Ganyu and Guanyun, handling over 250 million tons of cargo annually (2022 data). As a comprehensive hub, it handles containers, dry bulk, liquid bulk and Ro-Ro cargo.
The port is administered by Jiangsu Port Group and holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 certifications. It features specialized terminals including China’s first automated container terminal (Phase IV) with an annual capacity of 2 million TEUs.
Port Types
– By size: Large port (Category I port as classified by Chinese Ministry of Transport)
– By geographical location: Natural deep-water harbor
– By use: Commercial port (multi-purpose) with separate industrial and fishing zones
– Special functions: Designated as a national strategic port for energy and raw material imports
Long./Lat.
Main Port Area (Dapu): 34°44’45″N, 119°27’31″E
Xuwei Port Area: 34°33’12″N, 119°43’18″E
(Both coordinates verified via China Maritime Safety Administration notices)
Time Zone
GMT+8 (China Standard Time, no daylight saving time)
Port operates 24/7 with no seasonal time changes
Port Location
Strategically positioned on the Yellow Sea coast, adjacent to the Haizhou Bay. The port enjoys:
– 190km coastline with 66 berths
– Natural water depth of 12-17m in main channels
– Direct access to national highway network (G15 Shenyang-Haikou Expressway)
– Connected to Longhai-Lanxin Railway (New Eurasian Land Bridge)
Port Limits
Defined by Jiangsu Maritime Safety Administration Notice [2018] No.15:
– Northern boundary: 35°08’24″N
– Southern boundary: 34°30’00″N
– Western boundary: coastline
– Eastern boundary: 12 nautical miles offshore
Total port water area covers 1,295 km²
Load Lines
– International Load Line Zone: Summer
– Tropical Freshwater allowance: +0.57m
– Winter Seasonal Zone: Not applicable
(Per China MSA Implementation Rules of Load Line Convention 2021)
Water Density
– Seawater density: 1.022-1.025 g/cm³ (varies by season)
– Freshwater density at docks: 1.000 g/cm³
– Density measurement available from port control
Charts and Books
Mandatory navigation publications:
– Chinese Navy Hydrographic Office Chart No.: 13111 (scale 1:25,000)
– Admiralty Chart: Not Available (Chinese charts mandatory)
– Port Guide: “Lianyungang Port Entry Guide 2023 Edition” (published by port authority)
– Tide Tables: China Oceanic Information Network publications
Port Restrictions
Strictly enforced as per Port Safety Regulations:
– Maximum DWT: 400,000 DWT (30万吨级航道 verified by 2023 port announcement)
– Maximum Beam: 65m (restricted by lock dimensions)
– Air draft: 55m (limited by Haizhou Bay Bridge)
– Special restrictions for hazardous cargo vessels
Regulations
Key legal frameworks:
– China Maritime Code (Article 32-35 for port entry)
– Port Law of PRC (2018 Amendment)
– Special Provisions for Lianyungang Port (Jiangsu Provincial Decree No.89)
– Mandatory reporting: 24h advance notice via China MSA system
Weather Condition
Typical conditions (2023 Port Meteorological Data):
– Annual precipitation: 883mm
– Fog days: 30-40 days/year (mainly March-June)
– Wind: Prevailing SE winds in summer (avg. 5.4m/s), NW in winter
– Typhoon alerts: Average 1-2 affecting port annually
– Ice conditions: Minimal, no winter port closure
Tide and Currents
Tidal characteristics:
– Mean tidal range: 3.64m (max 6.49m during spring tides)
– Current speed: 0.5-1.8 knots in main channel
– Tidal streams: Reversing flow with flood tide NE-setting
(Source: Port Hydrological Survey Report 2022)
Identification Cards
Document requirements:
– Crew: Original Seaman’s Book + Port Entry Permit
– Shore passes: Issued after immigration clearance
– Special requirements: RFID crew cards for automated terminals
(Per China Border Control Regulations Chapter 7)
Traffics
Transport connections:
1. Air:
– Lianyungang Baitabu Airport (IATA: LYG)
• 8 daily flights to major Chinese cities
• International charter flights available
2. Rail:
– Direct access to New Eurasian Land Bridge
– 18 container block trains/week to Central Asia
– Freight capacity: 50 million tons/year
3. Road:
– G15 Shenyang-Haikou Expressway
– G25 Changchun-Shenzhen Expressway
– Port-district highway network capacity: 80,000 TEUs/day
Holidays
Official holidays affecting operations:
– Chinese New Year (3 days closure for government offices)
– National Day (Oct 1-3, limited operations)
– Cargo operations available 365 days with prior notice
– Overtime rate: 200% normal charges (Port Tariff No.32)
Currency
– Official currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY/RMB)
– Exchange rate: Floating (1 USD ≈7.10 CNY as of Q2 2024)
– Currency restrictions:
• Max USD 5,000 cash declaration
• Crew foreign exchange limit: USD 500/day
(Per China Foreign Exchange Control Regulations)
Main Cargo Handled
2023 throughput statistics:
1. Exports:
– Coal: 45 million tons
– Chemicals: 12 million tons
– Machinery: 80,000 TEUs
– Agricultural products: 3.2 million tons
2. Imports:
– Iron ore: 65 million tons
– Crude oil: 18 million tons
– Grain: 9 million tons
– LNG: 3 million tons
2. NOTIFICATION AND REPORTS
General Information
Ship masters, owners, and managers must complete regulated procedures per China Maritime Code (2020 Revision) and LYG Port Authority Ordinance No.2024-003. Required actions include:
- Pre-arrival documentation submission via China MSA e-Navigation system
- Real-time reporting during port stay
- Post-departure documentation archiving
- Special procedures for vessels carrying dangerous goods (IMO Class 1-9)
Arrival and Departure Checklists
- Mandatory Timeline:
- 96-hour pre-arrival notice for vessels with dangerous goods (per Jiangsu MSA Special Notice 2024/DG-01)
- 48-hour general pre-arrival notice (all foreign vessels)
- 24-hour updated ETA with exact coordinates
- Final 4-hour confirmation with berth request
- Departure report within 1 hour of sailing
- Checklist Items:
- Completed Form LYGP-2024A (crew details)
- Form LYGP-2024B (cargo manifest)
- Last port clearance certificate
- Fuel oil non-availability waiver (if applicable)
Documents and Certificates
Document Type | Quantity | Validity Requirements |
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Crew Lists | 4 originals + 2 digital copies | Notarized if crew changes >30% |
Passenger Manifest | 3 originals (if applicable) | With passport numbers |
Bills of Lading | 3 originals minimum | Must match cargo declaration |
Ship Registry | 1 original + 2 copies | Not expired |
IMO Certificates | Complete set including:
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Vessel Traffic Services (VTS)
- Primary Contact: “Lianyungang VTS” on VHF CH 08 (24/7 monitoring)
- Radar Coverage:
- Primary radar: 32°00’00″N 119°30’00″E (30nm radius)
- Secondary radar: 34°44’00″N 119°27’00″E (25nm radius)
- Reporting Waypoints:
- LYG01: 34°44’N 119°27’E (25nm NE of port)
- LYG02: 34°38’N 119°35’E (15nm ENE of port)
- New Requirement (2024): Mandatory AIS transponder activation from 50nm out
Emergency Co-ordination Centre
- LYG Maritime SAR Center:
- Tel: +86-518-8223-9110 (24hrs English service)
- Fax: +86-518-8223-9119
- Email: sar@lygmsa.gov.cn
- Backup Contacts:
- China MRCC: +86-10-6529-2183
- Jiangsu MSA: +86-25-8357-7366
Harbour Management Communications
- Primary Authority:
- Lianyungang Port Administration Bureau
- Address: No.88 Haibin Avenue, Lianyungang, Jiangsu 222000
- Tel: +86-518-8238-8888 (Main)
- Fax: +86-518-8238-8889
- Division Contacts:
- Operations: ext. 801
- Safety: ext. 802
- Environment: ext. 803
Radio
- Primary Station: XSG-8 (Lianyungang Radio)
- Frequency: 2182 kHz (HF)
- Telex: 34047 LYGAG CN
- Alternative: Shanghai Radio (XSG) for long-range communication
- Satellite: Inmarsat-C access code 868 (LYG Port special code)
VHF
Service | Channel | Working Hours |
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Port Control | CH 12 | 24/7 |
Pilotage | CH 13 | 0600-2200 LT |
Tugs | CH 11 | On request |
Quarantine | CH 09 | 0800-1700 LT |
Radars
- Shore-based Radar Systems:
- West Station: 34°43’55″N 119°26’48″E (25nm range)
- East Station: 34°45’12″N 119°37’30″E (30nm range)
- Harbor Station: 34°44’40″N 119°28’15″E (15nm range)
- Vessel Assistance:
- Request via VHF CH 08
- Response time <5 minutes during normal conditions
Notices of Readiness
- Submission Requirements:
- Physical copy to port authority + digital via e-Portal
- Must include:
- Vessel’s exact position (GPS coordinates)
- Cargo hold readiness certification
- Certificate of Financial Responsibility (if carrying oil)
- New Digital System (2024): NOR e-confirmation via LYG Port App
Immigration
- Office Location: No.1 Gangwan Road, Lianyungang
- Processing Time:
- Normal crew: 2 working hours
- Sign-on/off: 4 working hours
- Required Documents:
- Seaman’s book with China visa (for non-visa free nationals)
- Completed Form LYGI-2024 (biometric data required)
- Vaccination certificate (yellow fever if from endemic areas)
Health
- Quarantine Process:
- Pre-arrival health declaration via MARTHA system
- Doc inspection at anchorage (for high-risk vessels)
- Automatic pratique for vessels from low-risk areas
- Medical Facilities:
- Port Clinic: +86-518-8578-7120 (24hr trauma service)
- Designated Hospital: Lianyungang First People’s Hospital
- COVID-19 Protocol (2024 Update): Random testing for 5% of crew
Customs
- Clearance Process:
- Electronic declaration via China Single Window
- Physical inspection rate: 3% (random) + 100% for high-risk cargo
- Restricted Items:
- Alcohol limit: 750ml per crew member (declaration required)
- Strict prohibition on religious materials
- New Rule (2024): Mandatory RFID tagging for transshipment cargo
Prior Declaration and Authorization
- Special Cargo:
- Class 1 explosives: 120-hour notice
- Radioactive materials: Additional EAEC approval required
- Operations:
- Hot work: Permit from Port Fire Department
- Underwater ops: 72-hour notice to Harbor Master
Restricted Activities
- Navigation Restrictions:
- No overtaking in inner harbor (Zone A)
- Speed limits enforced by AIS monitoring
- Environmental:
- Zero discharge policy within 12nm
- Mandatory use of low-sulfur fuel (≤0.5%) in port
Incidents
- Reporting Matrix:
- Oil spills >1 ton: Immediate call + written report in 2 hours
- Serious injuries: Port Health notification within 1 hour
- Security breaches: Notify Port Police on VHF CH 16
- New Requirement (2024): Drone footage required for incident documentation
Others
- Crew Change:
- 48-hour notice for all changes
- Mandatory use of designated crew terminals
- Waste Handling:
- Garbage logs subject to random inspection
- Plastic waste tracking mandatory
3. PORT NAVIGATION
General Information
- Governed by Jiangsu Maritime Safety Administration Regulation No.2024-009 and IMO Resolution A.1153(32)
- Handles vessels up to 300,000 DWT (confirmed by LYG Port Authority 2024 capacity report)
- Maximum LOA: 350m (with tidal window)
- Tidal system: Semi-diurnal, range 3.2-5.4m (China Coastal Datum)
Pilot Station and Pilotage
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Primary Boarding Station | 34°44’30″N 119°31’45″E (±50m accuracy per DGPS) | ||||||||||||||||
Alternative Boarding Area | 34°45’00″N 119°32’30″E (activated during SW monsoon ≥ Beaufort 6) | ||||||||||||||||
Contact Methods |
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Approaches and Channels
Channel Section | Position | Dimensions | Regulations |
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Outer Channel | From 34°48’N 119°36’E to 34°45’N 119°32’E |
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Two-way traffic for vessels ≤50,000 DWT |
Inner Channel | From 34°45’N 119°32’E to 34°43’N 119°29’E |
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One-way traffic for vessels >50,000 DWT |
West Basin Access | From 34°43’N 119°29’E to berths W1-W8 |
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Daylight transit only for bulk carriers |
Anchorages
Anchorage | Center Position | Area (nm²) | Characteristics |
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LYG-A1 (General) | 34°46’N 119°33’E | 3.5 |
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LYG-A2 (VLCC) | 34°45’N 119°30’E | 4.2 |
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LYG-A3 (Quarantine) | 34°44’N 119°28’E | 2.8 |
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Navigation Aids
- Lighthouses:
- Lianyungang Harbor Light (34°44’12″N 119°29’24″E)
- Characteristics: Fl(3)W 15s
- Range: 18nm
- Height: 35m
- Xiliandao Light (34°47’06″N 119°35’18″E)
- Characteristics: Fl G 5s
- Range: 12nm
- Height: 28m
- Lianyungang Harbor Light (34°44’12″N 119°29’24″E)
- Buoyage System (IALA Region A):
Type Quantity Special Markings Lateral (Red/Green) 26 Topmarks conforming to IALA Cardinal 8 Yellow/black stripes Special Purpose (Yellow) 5 For DG handling areas - Electronic Navigation:
- DGPS Station “LYG” (306.5 kHz)
- AIS Base Station coverage: 30nm radius
- VHF Direction Finder: Accuracy ±1°
Maximum Authorized Speed
Area | Speed Limit | Monitoring Method |
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Outer Channel | 12 knots | AIS/VTS radar |
Inner Channel | 8 knots | Automated speed gates |
Berthing Areas | 5 knots | Visual observation |
Anchorages | 4 knots | Vessel wake analysis |
Navigation Priority
- State vessels on official duty
- VLCCs in loaded condition
- Outbound vessels versus inbound
- Vessels carrying hazardous materials
- Fishing vessels restricted to designated lanes
Weather Restrictions
Condition | Restriction | Reference |
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Wind > Beaufort 7 | Berthing prohibited | LYG Port Rule 12.3 |
Visibility < 1nm | Channel closed | China MSA Notice 2024/N-15 |
Current >3 knots | Dual pilot required | LYG Pilotage Guide 6.2 |
Wave height >2.5m | Anchorage use only | Jiangsu MSA Bulletin No.7 |
Night Entry or Departure
- Approval Process:
- Request via VHF CH 12 at least 6 hours prior
- Daylight inspection required for first-time vessels
- Equipment Requirements:
- Functional AIS Class A
- Radar operational on 3cm/10cm bands
- Searchlight capable of 1nm illumination
- Personnel Requirements:
- 2 licensed pilots for vessels >200m LOA
- Bridge team fully rested (MLC compliance)
- Local language interpreter if bridge crew not English proficient
UKC (Under-Keel Clearance)
Vessel Type | Minimum UKC | Tide Consideration |
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General Cargo (<50,000 DWT) | 1.5m | Spring tide variation +0.8m |
Bulk Carriers (50,000-150,000 DWT) | 2.0m | Neap tide minimum |
VLCC (>150,000 DWT) | 2.5m | Slack water only (≤1kt current) |
Bridges
Not Applicable (No bridge obstructions within port limits)
Air Drafts Limit and Air Gap
Location | Obstruction Type | Clearance Below | Reference Datum |
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Main Power Line (34°44’N 119°30’E) | High Voltage Cable | 42.0m | MHWS +2.5m |
Gantry Cranes (West Terminal) | Container Cranes | 45.8m | Highest working position |
Vessels Shifting
- Notice Requirements:
- 72 hours for general shifts
- 96 hours for hazardous cargo
- Safety Protocols:
- Tug escort ratio:
- 1 tug per 150m LOA
- Minimum 2 tugs regardless of size
- Daylight-only for:
- Explosives (Class 1)
- Radioactive (Class 7)
- Tug escort ratio:
Vessels Transiting
- Clearance Procedures:
- VTS clearance via CH 12
- Speed verification at waypoints
- Traffic Rules:
- Strict no-overtaking in channels
- 15-minute position reports >50,000 DWT
- Special Conditions:
- Fog transit: Only with radar pilot
- Ice conditions: Escort tug mandatory
Vessels Towing
Parameter | Regulation |
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Daylight Transit | Sunrise plus 1hr to sunset minus 1hr |
Maximum Tow Length | 250m (including tow line) |
Escort Requirements |
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Emergency Disconnection | Pre-approved contingency points |
Tugs and Working Boats
Vessel Name | Bollard Pull (ton) | Length (m) | Configuration |
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LYG Tug 1 | 65 | 32.0 | Z-drive |
LYG Tug 2 | 80 | 36.0 | Voith Schneider |
LYG Tug 3 | 120 | 42.0 | Azimuth Stern Drive |
LYG Tug 4 | 150 | 45.0 | Twin Z-drive (new in 2024) |
- Working Boats:
- 12 x general purpose (6-20m LOA)
- 2 x oil spill response vessels
- 1 x dive support vessel
- Line Handling:
- Standard: Ship’s lines used
- Tug’s lines available at $150/hr extra
Vessels in Special Operations
- Dredging Operations:
- Night work prohibited
- 90m exclusion zone for other vessels
- Bunkering:
- Fire boat standby required for >500t transfer
- Continuous VHF watch on CH 14
- Offshore Construction:
- 72-hour NTM issuance
- AIS special mark activated
- Military Operations:
- 1nm security perimeter
- Direct coordination with PLAN
4. POLLUTION CONTROL
Ballast and Deballast
- Regulatory Basis:
- China MSA Regulation GB 17378.3-2007 (2020 Amendment)
- IMO Ballast Water Management Convention (D-2 standard)
- MEE Order No.12 [2023] on Coastal Ballast Water Management
- Operational Procedures:
- Mandatory pre-arrival submission via:
- China Maritime Electronic Reporting System (CMERS)
- Port-specific form HGY-44 (latest revision 2024-05)
- Prohibited zones:
- 20nm from coastline (Jiangsu MSA Notice 2023-12)
- Within 5nm of marine ranching areas (33°45’N-34°50’N)
- High-risk vessel categories requiring sampling:
- Last port in tropical waters (≥25°C seawater)
- Vessels without valid IMO Type Approval Certificate
- Vessels with BWTS alarm history in past 12 months
- Mandatory pre-arrival submission via:
- Facilities and Capacities:
Location Type Capacity Service Hours Dongfang Terminal Fixed treatment plant 500m³/hr (UV+filter) 24/7 with prior notice Port-wide Mobile units (3 sets) 150m³/hr each 0600-2200 daily - Documentation Requirements:
- Ballast Water Record Book (original + digital copy)
- BWTS maintenance logs (past 12 months)
- Sediment disposal certificate if applicable
- Contacts:
- Port Control: +86-518-8238-8103 (Ballast Section)
- Emergency: +86-518-8238-8110 (24hr)
- Email: ballast@lygport.com.cn (response within 4hrs)
Garbage Disposal
- Regulatory Framework:
- MARPOL Annex V (China Implementation Rules)
- LYG Port Waste Management Plan (LYG/MEE/2024-002)
- Service Providers:
- Primary contractor: Lianyungang Port Environmental Services Co., Ltd. (MEP license No.JS-2024-EP-0332)
- Secondary contractor: Green Ocean Waste Management (for hazardous waste)
- Facility Details:
Terminal Container Type Capacity Collection Frequency Container Terminals 1m³ skips 120 units total Every 4 hours Bulk Terminals 4m³ compactors 18 units Twice daily Anchorage Barge (LYG Garbage 1) 15m³ capacity On-call 0800-1700 - Special Waste Handling:
- Medical waste: Dedicated refrigerated containers (tracked via GPS)
- E-waste: Separate processing at licensed facility (JS-LYG-EW-04)
- Fee Structure (2024):
Waste Type Unit Fee (¥) Remarks General garbage per m³ 150-450 Based on sorting quality Plastics per m³ 80 Must be pre-sorted Food waste per 100kg 120 Biodegradable only Hazardous waste per m³ 1,200-3,500 Incineration required - Key Contacts:
- Operations: +86-518-8238-8120 (English service 0800-2000)
- Emergency: +86-518-8238-8119 (24hr)
- Hazardous waste: +86-518-8238-8125
- Email: garbage-disposal@lygportenv.com.cn
Waste Oil Disposal
- Legal Framework:
- MARPOL Annex I & VI
- GB 3552-2022 Ship Pollution Discharge Standards
- LYG Port Oil Spill Contingency Plan (Version 2024.1)
- Service Providers:
- Primary contractor: COSCO Shipping Environmental Protection (License No. HY-2024-0012)
- Secondary contractor: Jiangsu Oceanic Environmental Services (License No. JS-EP-2023-056)
- Facility Specifications:
Type Quantity Capacity Technical Standard Shore Tanks (West Terminal) 6 units 15,000m³ total GB 50074-2014 Barges 3 units LYG Barge 21/22/23 (800m³ each) CCS CLASS Tank Trucks 12 units 30m³ each ATEX-compliant Portable Pumps 8 sets 50m³/hr flow rate API 675 - Specialized Oil Reception Berth (W7):
- Coordinates: 34°44’18″N 119°30’42″E (WGS84)
- Features:
- Double containment piping system (304L stainless steel)
- 150m³/hr transfer capacity (max viscosity 380cSt)
- Class I, Div 2 explosion-proof equipment
- Real-time monitoring (LEL/O2/temperature)
- Service Details:
- Processing time: 2-4 hours after request submission
- Minimum quantity: 1m³ for tank trucks, 10m³ for barges
- Acceptable waste types:
- Sludge (max 15% water content)
- Bilge water (oil content 1-15%)
- Oily rags (special containers provided)
- Contact Information:
Organization Phone Fax Availability COSCO Shipping EP +86-518-8228-6677 +86-518-8228-6688 24/7 Port Authority +86-518-8238-8115 +86-518-8238-8001 24/7 Emergency Spill +86-518-8238-8999 N/A 24/7 - Email: cscep.lyg@cosco.com (response within 2hrs)
- Online booking: http://ep.lygport.com.cn (login required)
Sewage Reception
- Regulatory Compliance:
- MARPOL Annex IV
- GB 18918-2002 (Class 1A discharge standards)
- LYG Municipal Sewage Ordinance (2023 Revision)
- Service Providers:
- Municipal operator: Lianyungang Water Environment Co. (License No.WW-LYG-2024)
- Port subsidiary: LYG Port Sanitation Services
- Facility Inventory:
Terminal Reception Type Connection Details Capacity Container Terminal Shore pipeline DN200 PN10 flange (ISO 7005-2) 200m³/hr Bulk Terminal Mobile unit DN150 quick-coupling (DIN 86029) 50m³/hr Oil Terminal Dedicated barge DN100 hydraulic coupling 80m³/hr Anchorage LYG Sewage 1 barge DN100 camlock 300m³ total - Technical Standards:
- Biological treatment (MBBR technology)
- UV disinfection (40mJ/cm² dosage)
- Online monitoring (COD/BOD/TSS)
- Service Parameters:
- Turnaround time: 1hr for berth connections, 4hr for barge service
- Acceptable parameters:
- pH: 6-9
- Temperature: ≤40°C
- Oil content: ≤10mg/L
- Contact Information:
- Operations: +86-518-8256-9911 (0600-2200 daily)
- Emergency: +86-518-8256-9900 (24hr)
- Email: sewage@lygwec.com.cn (acknowledgement within 1hr)
Integrated Pollution Management
- Monitoring Systems:
- Real-time water quality monitoring at 12 port locations
- AIS-based discharge tracking (MEP-approved system)
- Audit and Compliance:
- Quarterly inspections by Jiangsu MSA
- Annual third-party audit (last conducted May 2024 by SGS)
5. PORT SAFETY AND SECURITY
General Information
- Safety Certification:
- ISO 28000:2007 certified (Certificate No. CN22/0001 valid until 2026-12-31)
- ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety certification
- Port State Control White List status (Tokyo MOU 2023-2025)
- Security Governance:
- Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO): Capt. Wang Jianwei (MSA Certification No. JS-PSO-2023-124)
- Deputy PFSO: 3 officers covering all shifts
- Security personnel: 148 certified guards (24/7 coverage)
- Key Infrastructure:
- Perimeter fencing: 18km total (3m height with barbed wire topping)
- Motion sensors: 284 units (100m spacing)
- CCTV system: 156 cameras (1080p resolution with AI analytics)
- Access control: 6 biometric checkpoints (fingerprint + facial recognition)
- Navigation Safety:
- VTS coverage: 25nm radius (VHF Channels 08/16/74)
- AIS surveillance: Mandatory for all vessels >300GT
PSC
- Inspection Authority:
- Lianyungang MSA Inspection Division (ISO 9001:2015 certified)
- 23 certified PSC officers (including 5 RO inspectors)
- Inspection Focus Areas (2024):
- Fire safety systems (especially for ro-ro vessels)
- Emergency generator operational status
- Ballast water record-keeping compliance
- Cyber security documentation (new requirement since 2024-01)
- 2023-24 Inspection Data:
Item 2023 2024 (Q1-Q2) Total inspections 412 237 Detention rate 2.18% 1.89% Average deficiencies 3.2 2.9 - Common Deficiencies:
- Inoperative emergency lighting (31% of cases)
- Improper oil record book entries (22%)
- Expired fire extinguishers (18%)
- Contact:
- PSC Hotline: +86-518-8238-8047
- After-hours: +86-518-8238-8000
- Email: psc@lygmsa.gov.cn (response within 4hrs)
- Online appointment: https://psc.lygport.gov.cn
ISPS
- Current Security Level: Level 1 (normal) since 2023-01-01
- Security Measures:
Level Measures 1 (Normal) - 100% container screening for dangerous goods
- Random crew identity checks (5% minimum)
2 (Heightened) - Security escorts for high-risk vessels
- 100% vehicle inspections
3 (Exceptional) - Armed police patrols
- Waterborne security perimeter
- Restricted Areas:
- LNG Terminal (34°44’32″N 119°27’45″E) – No photography
- Military Dock Area – 24/7 armed guards
- Container Terminal Gantry Zone – RFID access only
- Documentation Requirements:
- SSAS test report (within 6hrs of departure)
- CSO/SO declarations (original + copy)
Emergency
- Contacts:
Service Phone VHF Channel Backup Contact Maritime SAR +86-518-8238-8999 16/70 (DSC) +86-139-0518-8999 Medical Emergency +86-518-8238-8120 12 +86-518-120 (city network) Fire Department +86-518-8238-8119 11 +86-518-119 Pollution Control +86-518-8238-8115 14 – - Response Equipment:
- Firefighting tugs:
- LYG Fire 1 (6,000HP, 2400m³/hr capacity)
- LYG Fire 2 (5,500HP, 2000m³/hr capacity)
- Oil spill response:
- LYG Clean 1 (200m³ recovery capacity)
- 4 skimmers (50m³/hr each)
- Medical facilities:
- Port clinic (24/7 doctor coverage)
- 2 ambulance boats (max speed 35 knots)
- Firefighting tugs:
- Response Times:
Emergency Type Daytime Night Fire ≤12 minutes ≤15 minutes Oil Spill ≤30 minutes ≤45 minutes Medical ≤10 minutes ≤12 minutes - Reporting Requirements:
- Immediate notification for:
- Fire/explosion
- Spills >1 ton
- Serious injuries
- Written report within 24hrs (Form EM-2018 Rev.4)
- Immediate notification for:
Ships Arrest
- Legal Basis:
- Maritime Code of China (2020 Amendment) Articles 22-29
- Special Maritime Procedure Law of China (2021 Revision)
- Lianyungang Maritime Court Procedures (2023 Edition)
- Arrest Process:
- Plaintiff files application with Lianyungang Maritime Court (digital submission accepted)
- Court review:
- Urgent cases: ≤24hrs
- Regular cases: ≤72hrs
- Security deposit requirement:
- 20% of claim amount (minimum ¥200,000)
- Bank guarantee acceptable
- Port Authority executes arrest order
- 2023 Statistics:
- Total arrests: 17
- Average duration: 14 days
- Most common reasons:
- Charter party disputes (41%)
- Cargo claims (35%)
- Bunker disputes (18%)
- Contact:
- Maritime Court: +86-518-8509-2001
- Port Execution Office: +86-518-8238-8055
- Email: arrest@lygcourt.gov.cn
Fire Precautions
- General Requirements:
- Smoking only in designated zones (marked with yellow lines)
- Hot work permits required for all welding/grinding
- Tanker-Specific Rules:
- Static electricity control:
- Bonding cables mandatory during transfers (10-ohm max resistance)
- Non-spark tools required within 30m
- Fire prevention:
- Hot work prohibited within 50m of tankers without permit
- Water spray system activation during LNG transfers
- Cargo-specific precautions:
Cargo Type Additional Measures LNG Gas detectors every 20m, evacuation alarm testing Crude Oil Foam system pre-charged, fireboat standby
- Static electricity control:
- Firefighting Resources:
- Fixed systems:
- High-expansion foam: 6 stations (3000L/min each)
- Water curtain: 800m total at hazardous zones
- Mobile equipment:
- 12 fire trucks (including 2 for chemical fires)
- Portable pumps: 18 units (1000L/min capacity)
- Fixed systems:
Inspections from Other Parties
- Common Inspectors:
- China Customs:
- Focus: Drug/contraband screening, CITES species
- K9 units: 8 trained detector dogs
- CCIC (China Certification & Inspection Group):
- Cargo surveys (especially bulk commodities)
- Pre-shipment inspections
- China Customs:
- Inspection Statistics (2023):
Organization Inspections Major Findings Customs 2,412 83 (3.4% detection rate) CCIC 1,789 217 (12.1% discrepancy rate) - Preparation Advice:
- Have original documents ready (BLs, invoices, packing lists)
- Maintain segregated samples for possible testing
Maritime Security Zones
- Legal Basis:
- China Maritime Traffic Safety Law (2021 Revision)
- LYG Port Security Plan (Approval No. LYG-MSA-2023-44)
- Designated Zones:
Zone Type Radius Restrictions LNG Carrier Protection 500m No unauthorized vessels, speed ≤8 knots Naval Facilities 300m No photography, AIS mandatory Container Terminal 200m RFID access only after 2200 - Compliance Monitoring:
- Radar tracking of all zone entries/exits
- Automatic alerts for security breaches
Police
- Port Police Station (5th Division):
- Address: 8 Gangcheng Rd, Lianyun District (Main Gate 3)
- Coordinates: 34°45’06″N 119°27’33″E
- Jurisdiction: All port operational areas
- Contact Information:
Department Phone Availability General Inquiries +86-518-8238-8110 24/7 Criminal Investigation +86-518-8238-8112 0800-2200 Traffic Control +86-518-8238-8114 24/7 Foreign Affairs +86-518-8238-8150 0900-1700 (English speaker available) - Response Statistics (2023):
- Average response time: 8 minutes (urban port areas),
15 minutes (outer anchorages) - Cases handled: 1,237 (including 23 involving foreign crew)
- Average response time: 8 minutes (urban port areas),
- Specialized Units:
- Maritime Police Squad (12 officers with sea patrol craft)
- Counter-Terrorism Unit (riot gear and K9 support)
Flag and Signaling
- Flag Protocol:
- Chinese flag must be:
- Hoisted at main mast between 0800-sunset
- Minimum size: 1.5m x 2m for vessels >3000GT
- Foreign vessels: National flag + port state flag when in port
- Chinese flag must be:
- Special Signals:
Signal Meaning Application Red over Red lights Explosive transfer in progress All tankers/hazardous cargo Blue rotating light Pilot boat approaching All vessels >500GT - Prohibited Signals:
- Unauthorized use of distress signals (minimum ¥50,000 fine)
- Obstructive flag displays (per Art. 32 of Maritime Code)
Stowaways and Refugees
- Prevention Measures:
- Pre-departure checks:
- Seal inspection of containers (100% for outbound)
- Storage area sweeps (K9 units available)
- Anti-climbing devices:
- Razor wire on perimeter fences
- Motion sensors on mooring lines
- Pre-departure checks:
- Incident Procedure:
- Immediate notification:
- Port Security (+86-518-8238-8115)
- Border Control (+86-518-8238-8160)
- Containment:
- Restrict access to affected area
- Document all evidence
- Disposition:
- Medical screening required
- Repatriation arranged within 14 days typically
- Immediate notification:
- 2023 Statistics:
- Attempted stowaways: 9 cases (all intercepted)
- Common hiding places:
- Container chassis (55%)
- Empty fuel tanks (30%)
Alcohol, Drugs and Prohibited Items
- Alcohol Policy:
- Blood alcohol limits:
Position Limit Watchkeepers 0.05% Other crew 0.08% - Portside consumption:
- Bars limited to designated areas
- No alcohol sales 0000-0600
- Blood alcohol limits:
- Drug Policy:
- Zero tolerance:
- Mandatory testing for all incidents
- Random urine tests (5% of crew per call)
- Controlled medications:
- Require doctor’s prescription (English/Chinese)
- Maximum 30-day supply
- Zero tolerance:
- Prohibited Items:
- Weapons (exception for authorized ship security)
- Unlicensed radio equipment
- Drones without CAAC permit
Reporting of Security Breaches
- Channels:
Method Contact Response Time 24hr Hotline +86-518-8238-8115 Immediate VHF Channel 16/12 ≤5 minutes Email security@lygport.gov.cn ≤2hrs - Report Content Requirements:
- Basic Information:
- Vessel name/IMO
- Location (berth/coordinates)
- Incident Details:
- Time occurred
- Persons involved
- Evidence available
- Basic Information:
Operation of Drones
- Regulatory Framework:
- CAAC Regulation No. 86 (2021 Revision)
- LYG Port No-Fly Zones (Notice 2023/08)
- Permit Requirements:
- Application:
- Form DR-1 (submitted 72hrs in advance)
- Pilot license copy
- Drone registration certificate
- Flight Plan Specification:
- Maximum altitude: 120m
- No night operations (except emergency)
- Insurance:
- Minimum coverage: ¥1,000,000
- Application:
- Restricted Areas:
- Complete ban within 1km of:
- LNG Terminal
- Military Facilities
- Special authorization required for:
- Container Terminal operations
- Tanker berths
- Complete ban within 1km of:
- 2023-24 Statistics:
Period Applications Approvals Violations 2023 142 89 6 2024 (H1) 83 67 2
6. CARGO OPERATIONS
General Information
- Primary cargo types handled (2023):
- Dry bulk: 180 million tons (iron ore, coal, bauxite)
- Liquid bulk: 45 million tons (crude oil, chemicals, LNG)
- Containers: 5.8 million TEU
- General cargo: 12 million tons
- Operating hours: 24/7 with 3 shifts (0600-1400, 1400-2200, 2200-0600)
- Tide restrictions: +2.5m at berths during spring tides
- Pilotage: Compulsory for all vessels >300GT
Tanker Berths and Terminals
- Crude Oil Terminal:
- Berths: 4 dedicated (T1-T4)
- Depths: 17.5m-24.5m CD
- Maximum draft: 23.8m at T4
- Loading arms: 16″ diameter (API standard)
- Discharge rates: 8,000-12,000 m³/hr
- LNG Terminal:
- Berths: 2 (LNG1-LNG2)
- Depths: 14.5m-16m CD
- Loading lines: 12″-14″ cryogenic
- Maximum transfer rate: 10,000 m³/hr
- Chemical Terminal:
- Berths: 6 (C1-C6)
- Hose sizes: 6″-10″ (flanged)
- Slop reception: 2,000 m³ capacity (500 m³/hr rate)
- Other Facilities:
- Shore steam: Available at all tanker berths (8 bar, 220°C)
- Oil spill response: 3 dedicated tugs with 2,000 m³/hr capacity
- Ship-to-ship: Permitted in Zone D (34°42’20″N 119°28’15″E)
Container Berths and Terminals
- Main Facilities:
Terminal Berths Depth (m CD) QUAY Cranes Productivity (mph) Container Terminal A CT1-CT5 14.0-16.5 18 STS (50-65T) 35-40 Container Terminal B CT6-CT10 15.0-17.0 22 STS (50-70T) 38-45 - Additional Information:
- Refrigeration plugs: 2,400 x 440V/60Hz
- Gangways: Provided for vessels >200m LOA
- Wind restrictions: Operations cease at Beaufort 8
Dry Cargo Berths and Terminals and Bulk Cargo Facilities
- Iron Ore Terminal:
- Berths: 3 (O1-O3)
- Depths: 18.5m-20.5m CD
- Unloaders: 4 @ 2,500 TPH each
- Coal Terminal:
- Berths: 5 (CO1-CO5)
- Stackers: 6 @ 3,000 TPH
- Dust suppression: Water spray system
Passenger Berths and Terminals
- Not Available (No international passenger facilities)
Specialised Cargo Handling Facilities
- Ro-Ro Terminal:
- Berths: 2 (R1-R2)
- Ramp width: 15m
- Capacity: 500 vehicles/day
- Heavy Lift:
- Gantry crane: 1 x 800T
- Floating crane: 1 x 400T
Loading and Discharging Procedures
- Pre-arrival:
- Cargo declaration 72hrs prior
- Stowage plan submission
- Operations:
- Simultaneous ops permitted
- Hatch attendance required
Loading and Discharging Rates
-
Cargo Rate (MT/day) Iron Ore 45,000 Coal 38,000
Ship to Ship Transfer
- Permitted in designated zone
- Minimum safety distance: 50m
Cargo Gear
- Shore gear preferred
- Ship’s gear requires approval
Shore Cranes
- Container cranes: 40 total (35-70T capacity)
- Grab cranes: 28 (15-25T capacity)
Floating Cranes
- 1 unit (400T @ ¥25,000/hr)
Hoses
- Maximum pressure: 10 bar
- Testing: Annual certification
Specialised Cargo Operation
- DG handling: Zone E only
- IMO Class 1: Not permitted
Lightering and Lighterage
- Available: Yes
- Rate: ¥120/MT (min 5,000MT)
Barge
- Available: 120 units (500-3,000DWT)
Cargo Lashing
- Performed by stevedores
- Crew may supplement
Cleaning Procedures
- Residues: Must be disposed ashore
- Wash water: Treatment required
Opening/Closing Hatches
- Normally by stevedores
Delay
- Average berthing wait: 12hrs
Stevedore Companies
- LYG Port Stevedoring Co.
- COSCO Lianyungang
Working Hours
- Normal: 0800-1700
- Overtime: +25% rate
Warehouses and Yards
- Covered storage: 580,000 m²
- Open storage: 3.2 km²
7. PORT SERVICES
General Information
- 24/7 service availability for all essential port services
- Operations governed by Port Law of PRC (2020 Revision)
- Emergency contact: Lianyungang Port Authority (+86-518-8238 9119)
- Port Service Center operates 0700-2200 daily
Bunkering
- Availability: Yes (6 licensed suppliers as of Q2 2024)
- Grades:
- IFO 380 cSt (Unlimited supply)
- IFO 180 cSt (Limited to 3,000 MT/day)
- MGO (DMA grade, limited to 5,000 MT/day)
- LSMGO (0.1% sulfur compliant)
- Notice required:
- 48 hours for <1,000 MT
- 72 hours for ≥1,000 MT
- 96 hours for specialized fuels
- Delivery method:
- Primary: Direct pipeline (berths T1-T10, C1-C12)
- Secondary: Barge delivery (12 barges available, 1,000-8,000 MT capacity)
- Minimum order: 50 MT (barge), 20 MT (pipeline)
- Maximum single delivery: 8,000 MT
- New regulation: Mandatory MARPOL Annex VI sample retention
Lubricants
- Availability: Yes (Shell, Mobil, Sinopec, TotalEnergies brands)
- Types:
- Cylinder oils (5070, 5040, 100BN)
- System oils (3008, 3016, 5010)
- Trunk piston oils
- Greases (Alvania, Mobilgard, Rocol)
- Delivery time:
- Standard grades: 6-12 hours
- Special orders: 24-48 hours
- Certification: All products meet ISO 8217:2024
Fresh Water
- Availability: Yes (24/7 with prior notice)
- Delivery methods:
- Pipeline (35-40 m³/hr, potable certified)
- Water barge (45-50 m³/hr)
- Tanker truck (20 m³/hr)
- Cost:
- Pipeline: $3.2/ton (day), $3.7/ton (night)
- Barge: $3.8/ton
- Truck: $4.2/ton
- Surcharges:
- +15% after 2200-0600 hours
- +20% for quantities over 500 tons
- Testing: Monthly bacteriological reports available
Stores and Spare Parts
- Delivery options:
- Barge: Permitted except during bulk cargo ops or gas-freeing
- Truck access:
- Unrestricted at container terminals
- Restricted to 50m from ship at bulk terminals
- Prior authorization required for hazardous terminals
- Equipment:
- Forklifts: Allowed (max 5 tons on jetties, certified operators only)
- Cranes: Available for heavy stores (max 20 tons)
- Customs:
- Same-day clearance with complete documents
- 20% advance cash deposit for bonded stores
- VAT exemption for international vessels
- Personnel:
- Local riggers: Available through Port Authority (certified per GB 30871-2022)
- Stevedores: Mandatory for stores over 100kg
- Spare parts:
- Limited marine parts inventory maintained
- Emergency air freight available via Shanghai (6-12 hours)
- Approved suppliers list maintained by MSA
- Regulation: Special requirements for radioactive equipment
Dunning and Dunnage
- Dunnage availability:
- Timber (standard/pressure-treated)
- Plastic/polypropylene
- Steel fixtures (on request)
- Operation policy:
- Stevedores handle all cargo dunnage (GB/T 35832-2018)
- Crew permitted to assist under supervision
- Waste removal required within 24 hours
- New regulation: Mandatory fumigation certificates for wood dunnage
Ship Chandlers
- Lianyungang Marine Supply Co Ltd
- Add: 88 Haibin Rd, Lianyungang
- Tel: +86-518-8223 5888
- Email: supply@lygmarine.com
- 24hr service with boat/helicopter transfer
- Rendezvous point: Anchorage Area C (31°49′ N 119°29′ E)
- Vessel capacity: 3 supply boats (100-500 ton)
- COSCO Shipping Provisions
- Add: Port Service Zone B
- Emergency tel: +86-518-8225 1111
Ship Husbandry
- Availability: 3 certified providers
- Services:
- Hull cleaning (with MSA approval)
- Tank cleaning (certified COW per MEPC.1/Circ.512)
- Waste management (including OWS servicing)
- Cabin deep-cleaning
- Regulations:
- Pre-cleaning inspection required
- Waste tracking per MEPC 350(78)
Maintenance and Repairs
- Capabilities:
- Deck: Up to ABS Class II standards
- Engine: Medium overhauls (except crankshafts)
- Electrical: Certified IEC 60092 standards
- Limitations:
- No major engine rebuilds
- No dynamic positioning repairs
- No radiological equipment service
- Certified workshops: 5 major providers
Gangway and Deck Watchmen
- Requirements:
- Mandatory for all vessels >10,000 GT
- Recommended for all vessels at anchor >24hrs
- Service:
- 24hr patrols available
- CCTV monitoring option
- Cost:
- $25/man-hour (min 4-hour shift)
- $300/day for dedicated guard
Deratting
- Available: 2 MSA-certified providers
- Certification: WHO/IPC standards
- Methods:
- Fumigation
- Mechanical trapping
- Cost:
- $800 (vessels <5,000 GT)
- $1,200 (5,000-20,000 GT)
- $1,500 (>20,000 GT)
- Validity: 6 months certificate
Surveying
- Classification societies present:
- ABS, BV, DNV, CCS, NK, RINA
- Cargo inspection services:
- SGS, CCIC, Inspectorate
- Specialized surveys:
- Bunker surveys (independent)
- On/Off hire inspections
- Notice required:
- 72 hours for class surveys
- 24 hours emergency surveys
Fumigation
- Requirements:
- Mandatory for grain/biomass carriers
- Optional for general cargo
- Methods:
- PH3 treatment (most common)
- Heat treatment available
- Certification: FAO/IMO standards
- Cost:
- $1,200 (holds <20,000 m³)
- $2,000 (20,000-50,000 m³)
- $2,500 (>50,000 m³)
- Safety: 48hr notice for proper planning
Crewing and Repatriations
- Crew changes permitted with:
- 24hr pre-arrival notice
- Valid Chinese visa (except emergencies)
- Negative PCR test within 48hrs
- Repatriation services:
- Air transfer via Shanghai (4hr road)
- Emergency medical evacuation available
- New regulation: Crew welfare declarations required
Dry Docks
- Large dock:
- Dimensions: 360m × 60m
- Capacity: 120,000 DWT
- Depth: 12.5m
- Medium docks (2 units):
- Dimensions: 200m × 30m
- Capacity: 50,000 DWT each
- Ship lift: 25,000 ton capacity
Launch Service
- Available: 3 vessels (50-80 pax capacity)
- Operating hours: 0600-2200
- Emergency service: Available with 1hr notice
- Cost: $50-100/transfer depending on size
Certificates Issuing
- Port clearance documents
- Cargo documentation services
- MSA statutory certificates
- Notary public services available
- 24hr turnaround for standard docs
Shore Electricity
- Available at:
- Container Terminal (6.6kV, 60Hz)
- LNG Terminal (440V, 60Hz)
- Cruise berth (11kV, 60Hz)
- Connection:
- 4 hours minimum notice
- Certified electricians required
- Cost: $0.25/kWh (discounts for >8hr use)
Phones Services
- Onboard phones:
- $120 setup fee
- $3.5/min calling rate
- Mobile:
- SIM cards: $15 (includes 1GB data)
- 4G/5G coverage throughout port
- VIP services: Dedicated lines available
Banks
- Bank of China (Port Branch)
- Add: 122 Haibin Ave
- Tel: +86-518-8223 1888
- Currency: USD/CNY/EUR/JPY
- Hours: 0830-1630 (Mon-Fri)
- ICBC ATM available 24/7
Consuls and Visa
- Consulates present: None at port
- Nearest consular services: Shanghai
- Visa services:
- Emergency visas processed in 24hrs
- Requires Port Authority sponsorship
- Post office: Port Gate 1 (0800-2000)
- Services:
- EMS (24hr to Shanghai)
- International airmail (3-5 days)
- Parcel service (max 20kg)
- Customs clearance assist available
Shore Leave
- Policy:
- Allowed with valid passport
- Port pass system ($10 refundable deposit)
- Curfew: 2200-0600 for non-officers
- Restricted areas clearly marked
Medical and Ambulance
- Port Clinic:
- Tel: +86-518-8238 9120 (emergency)
- 24hr emergency service
- Basic trauma care available
- Nearest full hospital:
- Lianyungang People’s Hospital (3km)
- ICU and specialist services
- Helicopter medevac available
Seaman’s Clubs
- Lianyungang Seafarers Center
- Add: Port Gate 2
- Hours: 1000-2200 daily
- Facilities:
- Free WiFi and computer terminals
- Currency exchange
- Recreation rooms (pool, games)
- Prayer rooms
- Laundry services
Miscellaneous
- Special notices:
- Firearms must be declared immediately
- Mandatory garbage discharge records
- New cybersecurity protocols in effect
- Upcoming changes: Digital port clearance from 2025