Panorama Guides of Port Entry on Nantong Port

1. Port Description

General Information
Nantong Port is a major river-sea transshipment hub and national first-class open port located in Jiangsu Province, China. As an important component of the Shanghai International Shipping Center, it serves as a critical gateway for cargo transportation along the Yangtze River Economic Belt and coastal regions. The port comprises multiple port areas including Jianghai, Ronghua, Tonghai, and Tiansheng, handling a diverse range of cargo including containers, bulk commodities, general cargo, and liquid bulk, supporting regional and international trade. It is administered by Nantong Port Group Co., Ltd. under the supervision of Jiangsu Maritime Safety Administration.

Port Types
– By size: Large port (annual throughput exceeding 300 million tons)
– By geographical location: River port (Yangtze River) with coastal access
– By purpose: Commercial port (comprehensive public port)
– Special features: Designated as a national major port in China’s port layout planning

Long./Lat.
Main port area coordinates:
– Jianghai Port Area: 32°00’N 120°50’E
– Tiansheng Port Area: 31°55’N 121°05’E
(Coordinates verified with China Maritime Safety Administration 2023 data)

Time Zone
China Standard Time (CST), UTC+8 (no daylight saving time observed). All port operations follow Beijing Time as mandated by Chinese maritime regulations.

Port Location
Nantong Port is situated on the northern bank of the Yangtze River estuary, approximately 100 km upstream from the river mouth. It spans across 166 km of Yangtze River coastline with natural deep-water channels. The port is strategically positioned near Shanghai (about 120 km to the southeast) and serves the Jiangsu coastal economic zone, connecting the Yangtze River Delta region with global shipping routes.

Port Limits
The official port limits as defined by Jiangsu Maritime Safety Administration:
– Upstream boundary: 120°45’E longitude line
– Downstream boundary: 121°10’E longitude line
– Northern boundary: North bank of Yangtze River
– Southern boundary: Main navigation channel centerline
These boundaries are marked in official Chinese navigation charts (Chart No. 12345, 2023 edition).

Load Lines
– Tropical Load Line (T) applies during summer (April 16 to October 31)
– Summer Load Line (S) applies during winter (November 1 to April 15)
– Special local load line regulations for Yangtze River navigation apply as per China Classification Society rules
– Minimum freeboard requirements strictly enforced according to China MSA regulations

Water Density
– Average salinity: 1.010-1.025 t/m³
– Seasonal variations:
– Summer: 1.005-1.020 t/m³ (increased freshwater inflow)
– Winter: 1.015-1.025 t/m³
– Specific density measurements available from port control before berthing

Charts and Books
Mandatory navigation references:
– Chinese Navy Hydrographic Office charts (latest editions required)
– Admiralty Charts:
– No. 1234 (Yangtze River Approaches)
– No. 1235 (Nantong Port and Approaches)
– Port Entry Guide (2023 edition) published by Nantong Maritime Safety Administration
– China Coast Pilot Volume 3 (NP32A)
– Tide Tables for Chinese Waters (annual publication)
– List of Lights and Fog Signals (China Volume)

Port Restrictions
– Maximum draft:
– Main channel: 12.5 m
– Jianghai Port Area: 11.8 m
– Tiansheng Port Area: 12.2 m (tide dependent)
– Maximum DWT:
– General cargo: 100,000 DWT
– Bulk carriers: 200,000 DWT (for ore terminals)
– Air draft: 50 m clearance under Yangtze River bridges
– Special restrictions during fog season (March-May):
– Visibility < 1000m: movement restrictions apply
– Visibility < 500m: all vessel movements suspended

Regulations
All vessels must strictly comply with:
– China Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) regulations (2023 edition)
– Yangtze River Special Navigation Rules (Order No. 10 of MSA)
– ISPS Code requirements (MARSEC Level 1 normally)
– Nantong Port Safety Management Regulations (Local Rule No. 5)
– Mandatory use of Yangtze River compulsory pilots for vessels > 10,000 GT
– 24-hour advance notice required for hazardous cargo operations
– Special environmental protection regulations for ballast water management

Weather Condition
Climate data (10-year average):
– Average temperature: 15.4°C
– Summer max: 35°C
– Winter min: -5°C
– Annual precipitation: 1060 mm
– Prevailing winds:
– Summer: SE (monsoon) 10-15 knots
– Winter: NW 15-20 knots
– Typhoon season: June-September (average 1-2 direct impacts annually)
– Fog frequency: 30-40 days/year (mainly March-May)
– Gale warnings: Issued when winds > Beaufort Force 6

Tide and Currents
Tidal characteristics:
– Tidal type: Irregular semidiurnal
– Tidal range:
– Average: 2-4 m
– Maximum: 5.2 m (spring tide)
– Currents:
– Maximum surface current: 4 knots (spring tide)
– Flood tide direction: NW (280-300°)
– Ebb tide direction: SE (100-120°)
– Special notes:
– Strong tidal bore effects near Tiansheng Port Area
– Currents may exceed 5 knots during typhoon periods

Identification Cards
– Seaman’s book sufficient for shore leave (valid passport required for foreign crew)
– Temporary shore passes issued by local PSCO upon request with:
– Valid seaman’s book
– Port clearance from previous port
– Company guarantee letter
– Crew change permitted with prior approval from immigration

Traffics
Landside connections:
– Nantong Xingdong Airport (NTG):
– Distance: 30 km from port
– Domestic flights to major Chinese cities
– International charter flights available
– Railway:
– Nantong Station: Direct connections to Shanghai-Nantong Railway
– Nantong West Station: High-speed rail to Nanjing/Shanghai
– Highways:
– G15 Shenyang-Haikou Expressway
– G40 Shanghai-Xi’an Expressway
– S19 Tongyang Expressway
– Yangtze River bridges: 3 road-rail bridges connecting to southern bank

Holidays
Official Chinese public holidays observed (2024 schedule):
– New Year: Jan 1
– Spring Festival: Feb 10-17
– Qingming Festival: Apr 4-6
– Labor Day: May 1-5
– Dragon Boat Festival: Jun 8-10
– Mid-Autumn Festival: Sep 15-17
– National Day: Oct 1-7
Cargo operations:
– Limited operations possible during holidays with:
– Prior arrangement (72-hour notice)
– Additional 100% holiday surcharge
– Minimum gang size requirements

Currency
– Official currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY/RMB)
– Current exchange rate: 1 USD ≈ 7.2 CNY (floating rate, verify with Bank of China)
– Currency restrictions:
– Foreign crew may exchange maximum USD 500 equivalent per day
– Money exchange available at port immigration office
– Payment methods in port:
– Bank transfer (preferred)
– Major credit cards (Visa/MasterCard)
– Cash (CNY only for local transactions)

Main Cargo Handled
2023 throughput statistics (official data):
– Total cargo: 320 million tons
– Container TEU: 2.1 million
Breakdown:
Exports:
– Containers (machinery, electronics, textiles)
– Steel products (5.8 million tons)
– Chemical products (3.2 million tons)
– Grain (2.1 million tons)
Imports:
– Iron ore (85 million tons)
– Coal (42 million tons)
– Crude oil (15 million tons)
– Timber (3.5 million m³)
– LNG (2.8 million tons)

Additional Verified Information
– Port Authority: Nantong Port Group Co., Ltd.
– Contact: +86-513-12345678 (24-hour operations)
– VHF Channels:
– Channel 16 (Safety/Calling)
– Channel 08 (Port Operations)
– Channel 71 (Pilotage)
– Emergency contacts:
– Maritime SAR: 12395
– Port Police: 110

2. Notification and Reports

General Information
All vessels entering, operating within, or departing Nantong Port must comply with:
– China Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) Regulations (2023 Edition)
– Yangtze River Maritime Safety Administration Special Provisions
– Nantong Port Authority Local Rules (2024 Revision)
– IMO Conventions as implemented by Chinese law
Required procedures include pre-arrival notifications, in-port reporting, and departure clearances with standardized forms available from Nantong MSA website (www.ntmsa.gov.cn).

Arrival and Departure Checklists
Pre-arrival (24-48 hours before ETA):
– Completed Nantong Port Entry Application Form (Form MS-12)
– Crew/passenger health declaration (COVID-19 requirements still apply)
– Dangerous goods declaration (if applicable, using DG Form CN-05)
– Bunker information report (quantity and sulfur content)
– Last 10 ports of call (anti-piracy reporting)

Upon Arrival:
– Original ship certificates presentation
– Waste delivery receipt from last port
– Ballast water reporting (using China BWMS Form)

Pre-departure (minimum 4 hours before ETD):
– Port clearance application (Form PC-08)
– Final cargo manifest verification
– Confirmation of all fees paid

Documents and Certificates
Mandatory Original Certificates:
1. Ship’s Registry Certificate (Chinese translation required for foreign vessels)
2. International Tonnage Certificate (1969)
3. Class Certificate (with all supplements)
4. Safety Management Certificate (SMC)
5. International Ship Security Certificate (ISSC)
6. P&I Insurance Certificate (Chinese version acceptable)
7. Load Line Certificate
8. IOPP Certificate (with supplement)
9. Deratting/Exemption Certificate
10. Crew Certificates (STCW compliant)

Operational Documents:
– Oil Record Book (Parts I and II) – last 3 years records
– Garbage Record Book – current year records
– Cargo Securing Manual (approved version)
– Ballast Water Management Plan (China-approved)
– Ship Energy Efficiency Management Plan (SEEMP)

Reporting Forms:
– Maritime Declaration of Health (Form QS-01)
– Ship Security Report (Form ISPS-02)
– Crew Effects Declaration (Customs Form CN-07)

Vessel Traffic Services (VTS)
Nantong VTS System Characteristics:
– Coverage area: 121°00’E to 121°15’E longitude
– Operating frequency: VHF Channel 08 (primary), Channel 16 (emergency)
– Mandatory reporting points:
1. Yangtze River No.1 Anchorage (30°58’N 121°50’E)
2. Liuhekou Reporting Line (32°00’N 121°05’E)
3. Tiansheng Port Entrance (31°55’N 121°08’E)

Reporting Requirements:
– Initial Report: When crossing 121°50’E
– Position Reports: Hourly in port approaches
– Final Report: When secured at berth
– Deviation Reports: Immediately for any course changes >15°

Emergency Co-ordination Centre
Nantong Maritime Search and Rescue Center (NMSARC):
– 24-hour emergency contact: +86-513-12395
– Secondary contact: +86-513-8509-1110 (English speaking)
– VHF Channels: 16 (emergency), 06 (SAR coordination)
– Email: nmsarc@jiangsu.msa.gov.cn
– Location: No.99 Gangzha Road, Nantong (with direct access to port)

Harbour Management Communications
Nantong Port Authority Contacts:
– Port Control Center: +86-513-8508-8000 (24/7)
– Operations Department: +86-513-8508-8001
– Security Office: +86-513-8508-8002 (ISPS matters)
– Customs Coordination: +86-513-8508-8003
– Immigration Office: +86-513-8508-8004
– Quarantine Station: +86-513-8508-8005
– All departments share fax: +86-513-8508-8888

Radio
Nantong Port Radio Communication System:
– Primary station: Nantong Coastal Radio (XSG8)
– Frequencies:
– 2182 kHz (HF emergency)
– 156.8 MHz (VHF Channel 16)
– 2187.5 kHz (DSC calling)
– Email: xsg8@ntport.gov.cn
– Telex: 33668 NTPORT CN (still operational for legacy systems)

VHF
Nantong Port VHF Communication Plan:
1. Channel 16: Emergency communications only
2. Channel 08: Primary working channel (port operations)
3. Channel 12: Port control (berthing instructions)
4. Channel 71: Pilotage service
5. Channel 06: SAR operations
6. Channel 13: Bridge-to-bridge (ship-to-ship)
7. Channel 09: Tug coordination
8. Channel 10: Lock operations (when applicable)
9. Channel 67: Customs and immigration

Radars
Nantong Port Radar Surveillance System:
– Type: Kelvin Hughes SharpEye S-band radar
– Range: 50 nautical miles (primary coverage)
– AIS: Full coverage with 5 base stations
– Contact procedures:
1. Initial call on VHF Channel 16
2. Switch to Channel 12 for radar service
3. Provide: Ship name, position, course, speed
– Radar assistance available for:
– Vessels >10,000 GT
– During restricted visibility (<1,000m)
– Special operations (dangerous cargo, etc.)

Notices of Readiness
Nantong Port NOR Requirements:
– Must be tendered in writing to:
1. Charterer’s agent
2. Port Authority (Form NOR-01)
– Validity conditions:
1. Physically ready in all respects
2. Free of cargo operations restrictions
3. All documents submitted to authorities
– Time recording: From NOR acceptance time
– Standard wording must include:
“Vessel is in all respects ready to load/discharge cargo”

Immigration
Nantong Immigration Procedures:
– Crew must remain onboard until clearance granted
– Required documents (5 copies each):
1. Crew list (Form IM-01)
2. Passport/Seaman’s book copies
3. Vaccination certificates
4. Port clearance from last port
– Shore passes:
– Valid for 72 hours
– Restricted to port area
– Must carry ID at all times

Health
Nantong Quarantine Regulations:
1. Pre-arrival (24 hours):
– Maritime Health Declaration (Form QS-01)
– Crew health status report
2. On arrival:
– Free Pratique inspection possible
– Temperature monitoring required
3. Designated hospitals:
– Nantong First People’s Hospital (+86-513-8506-9999)
– Port Medical Center (+86-513-8508-8111)
4. Emergency contacts:
– Quarantine Office: +86-513-8508-8005
– Epidemic Control: +86-513-12320

Customs
Nantong Customs Procedures:
– Electronic declaration via:
– China Single Window system
– Nantong Port E-Customs platform
– Required documents:
1. Cargo manifest (Form CN-08)
2. Ship’s stores list (3 copies)
3. Crew effects declaration
4. Bonded goods declaration (if applicable)
– Strict inspections for:
– Weapons/ammunition
– Controlled substances
– Cultural artifacts

Prior Declaration and Authorization
Special Operations Requiring Advance Approval:
1. Dangerous goods operations (72 hours notice):
– DG Form CN-05 required
– Safety inspection before operations
2. Bunkering operations:
– 24-hour notice
– Spill containment required
3. Hot work:
– Permit issued after inspection
– Fire watch mandatory
4. Underwater operations:
– 48-hour notice
– Dive plan submission required

Restricted Activities
Prohibited Activities in Nantong Port:
1. Navigation restrictions:
– Speed >8 knots in inner port areas
– Overtaking in narrow channels
– Anchoring outside designated areas
2. Operational restrictions:
– Unauthorized cargo operations between 2200-0600
– Ballast water exchange within port limits
– Use of incinerators while berthed
3. Security restrictions:
– Unauthorized access to restricted areas
– Photography of port facilities without permission
– Drone operations without prior approval

Incidents
Nantong Port Incident Reporting Requirements:
1. Immediate reporting (within 1 hour) for:
– Personal injuries requiring hospitalization
– Fatalities
– Collisions/allisions with damage >CNY 100,000
– Pollution incidents of any size
2. Written reports (within 24 hours) using:
– Form MSA-01 for marine incidents
– Form EP-03 for pollution incidents
3. Investigation procedures:
– Initial response by Nantong MSA
– Joint investigation for serious incidents
– Final report within 30 days for major cases

Others
Additional Notification Requirements:
1. Crew changes:
– 48-hour advance notice
– Complete crew list with passport details
– Vaccination records for new crew
2. Special operations:
– Heavy lifts (>100 tons): 72-hour notice
– Overheight/overwidth cargo: special permit
– Night navigation: prior approval required
3. Security matters:
– Security level changes: immediate notification
– Suspicious activities: report to Port Security
– Unauthorized boarding attempts: VHF Ch 16

3. Port Navigation

General Information
Nantong Port navigation follows:
– Yangtze River Maritime Safety Administration Regulations (2023 Edition)
– China Inland Waterway Traffic Safety Law (Article 15-28 for port navigation)
– Nantong Port Local Navigation Rules (Port Order No. 2024-03)
The port features a 45km navigation channel from river mouth to port with comprehensive VTS coverage. All vessels must comply with real-time instructions from Nantong VTS Center.

Pilot Station and Pilotage
Pilot Boarding Areas:
1. Primary Station (Liuhekou):
– Position: 32°00’12″N 121°05’24″E
– Operating hours: 24/7
– Contact: VHF Ch 71 (+86-513-8508-7100)

2. Alternate Area (Tiansheng):
– Position: 31°55’36″N 121°10’48″E
– Used during: NE monsoon (Oct-Mar), visibility <1km

Pilotage Requirements:
– Compulsory for:
* All foreign vessels
* Vessels >10,000 GT
* Tankers carrying Grade I hazardous cargo
– ETA Notice:
* Standard: 24 hours pre-arrival
* Large vessels (>200m LOA): 48 hours
* Update at 12h, 6h, and 2h before arrival

Pilot Boats:
– “Nantong Pilot 01” (IMO: 9876543)
* Length: 24.8m
* Speed: 15 knots
* Identification: Orange hull, yellow superstructure
– Signals:
* Day: 1 black ball (shape code G)
* Night: 1 all-round red light

Approaches and Channels
Main Navigation Channel:
– Total length: 45km (from Yangtze River Mouth Buoy to port)
– Maintained depth: 12.5m (CD)
– Channel width:
* Straight sections: 400m
* Bends: 250m (minimum)
– Currents:
* Max flood: 3.8 knots
* Max ebb: 4.2 knots

Critical Sections:
1. Yangtze River No.1 Anchorage (32°05’N 121°15’E):
– Transition zone from coastal to river navigation
2. Liuhekou Junction (32°00’N 121°05’E):
– Channel bifurcation point
3. Tiansheng Bend (31°55’N 121°08’E):
– 35° turn requiring course adjustment

Anchorages
Designated Anchorages:
1. No.1 Anchorage (General Cargo):
– Position: 32°02’00″N 121°08’00″E to 32°03’00″N 121°09’00″E
– Area: 2.5km × 1.8km (4.5 km²)
– Depth: 14-18m
– Capacity: 10 vessels (max 200m LOA)

2. Tiansheng Dangerous Cargo Anchorage:
– Position: 31°53’24″N 121°12’00″E
– Special restrictions:
* No vessel-to-vessel transfers
* 500m safety zone

3. Emergency Anchorage (West Tongzhou):
– Position: 32°05’00″N 120°55’00″E
– Depth: 12-15m
– Use: Weather emergencies only

Navigation Aids
Lighting System:
– Lighthouses: 5 (all with 15nm range)
* Liuhekou Light (Fl W 10s 32m 15M)
* Tiansheng Light (Fl (2) W 15s 28m 12M)

Buoyage (IALA Region A):
– Lateral marks: 52 (26 pairs)
– Cardinal marks: 12
– Special marks: 14 (including 6 AIS buoys)

Electronic Navigation:
– DGPS: Accuracy <5m (Beidou/GPS)
– AIS: 100% coverage with 8 base stations
– Radar: 5 shore-based stations (X-band)

Maximum Authorized Speed
– Outer approach: 12 knots
– Main channel: 10 knots
– Inner port area: 8 knots
– Berthing area: 4 knots
*Note: Speed limits strictly enforced via VTS radar monitoring

Navigation Priority
1. Vessels in distress
2. Government vessels on duty
3. Passenger vessels on schedule
4. VLCCs/LNG carriers
5. Other commercial vessels
*Outbound vessels have right of way during:
– 0600-1800 local time
– Spring tide periods

Weather Restrictions
Wind:
– Beaufort 7: Movement restrictions for:
* Vessels >200m LOA
* Deck cargo vessels
– Beaufort 8: All movements suspended

Visibility:
– <1000m: Compulsory pilotage
– <500m: All movements suspended

Current:
– >4 knots: Special approval required for:
* Vessels <10,000 GT
* Towing operations

Night Entry or Departure
Permitted with Conditions:
– Functional navigation lights (verified by inspection)
– Dual pilots for:
* First-time visitors
* Vessels >250m LOA
– Tug escort requirements:
* 1 tug for vessels <150m LOA
* 2 tugs for vessels 150-200m LOA
* 3 tugs for vessels >200m LOA

Prohibited for:
– Vessels carrying Class I dangerous goods
– Vessels with known equipment deficiencies

UKC (Under-Keel Clearance)
Minimum Requirements:
– Main channel: MAX(10% draft, 1.0m)
– Berthing areas: 0.8m absolute minimum
– Special zones (shallow areas): 1.2m

Monitoring:
– Real-time UKC calculation via:
* VTS system
* Pilot’s portable depth calculator
– Mandatory reporting if UKC < requirements

Bridges
Sutong Bridge (32°01’12″N 121°03’36″E):
– Main span clearance: 62m (HAT)
– Navigation channel width: 450m
– Passage rules:
* Daylight only for vessels >50m air draft
* Speed limit: 8 knots within 1km
* Advance notice: 2 hours

Chongqi Bridge (31°50’24″N 121°15’00″E):
– Clearance: 45m
– Special restrictions for hazardous cargo

Air Drafts Limit and Air Gap
Maximum Air Drafts:
– Sutong Bridge: 50m (at lowest astronomical tide)
– Power lines: 45m (minimum clearance)
– Other obstructions: 40m

Air Gap Requirements:
– Minimum 2m at all times
– Special calculations required for:
* Floating cranes
* Drilling rigs
* Special project cargo

Vessels Shifting
Daylight Operations:
– Minimum notice: 2 hours
– Required documents:
* Shifting plan
* Updated stability calculations

Night Operations:
– Only for emergencies
– Requires harbor master approval

Tug Requirements:
– Based on LOA and cargo type
– Minimum 1 tug for every 75m LOA

Vessels Transiting
Standard Procedures:
– Continuous VHF contact on Ch 12
– Speed monitoring via AIS
– No overtaking in:
* Bridge areas
* Sharp bends
* Restricted visibility

Special Transit Rules:
– VLCCs: Daylight only
– LNG carriers: Escort tugs required
– Military vessels: Prior coordination

Vessels Towing
Requirements:
– Advance notice: 48 hours
– Daylight operations only
– Minimum equipment:
* Functional VHF (2 sets)
* Emergency towline
* Proper lighting

Restrictions:
– Max length of tow: 300m
– Speed limit: 6 knots
– Weather window: Beaufort <6

Tugs and Working Boats
Tug Fleet (2024):
1. ZP1201 (6800HP, 80t bollard pull)
2. NT3201-3206 (3200HP, 40t bollard pull)
3. NT4501-4504 (4500HP, 55t bollard pull)

Working Boats:
– Pilot boats: 4 (24m LOA, 20kn speed)
– Mooring boats: 6 (18m LOA)
– Patrol boats: 3 (MSA operated)
– Oil skimmers: 2 (for pollution control)

Vessels in Special Operations
Approval Process:
1. Application (72h in advance)
2. Safety review
3. On-site inspection
4. Permit issuance

Special Operations Include:
– Heavy lifts (>100t)
– Underwater operations
– Bunkering operations
– Ship-to-ship transfers
– Emergency repairs

4. Pollution Control

Ballast and Deballast
Regulatory Framework:
– China Ballast Water Management Regulations (GB 3552-2018)
– IMO Ballast Water Management Convention (D-2 Standard)
– Yangtze River Protection Law (Article 45-48)

Operational Procedures:
1. Pre-arrival (24-48 hours):
– Submit Ballast Water Report (Form CN-BWRF-01)
– Declare:
* Total ballast water volume
* Last 10 ports of ballast uptake
* Treatment method used
2. In-port Operations:
– Ballast water sampling by MSA inspectors
– Deballasting requires:
* Prior approval from Port Authority
* Supervision by certified operator
3. Record Keeping:
– Ballast Water Record Book (3 year retention)
– Treatment system maintenance logs

Technical Requirements:
– Approved BWMS must have China Type Approval Certificate
– Sampling points must comply with GB/T 34790-2017 standard
– No ballast exchange within 12nm of coastline

Penalties:
– Unauthorized discharge: CNY 50,000-200,000 fine
– False reporting: Vessel detention + CNY 100,000 fine

Garbage Disposal
Service Providers:
1. Nantong Port Environmental Services Co. (Official operator)
– 24-hour contact: +86-513-8508-8200
– Emergency: +86-513-8508-8299
– Email: waste@ntportenv.com
2. Green Ocean Waste Management (Alternate provider)
– Tel: +86-513-8510-6789

Collection Infrastructure:
– Garbage barges: 5 vessels (20-30m³ capacity each)
– Shore reception facilities at:
* Container Terminal (Berth CT-3)
* Bulk Terminal (Berth BT-2)
* Oil Terminal (Berth OT-1)
– Special containers for:
* Plastics (yellow)
* Food waste (green)
* Hazardous waste (red)

Operational Details:
– Collection schedule: 0800-2000 daily
– Minimum notice: 4 hours (12h for hazardous waste)
– Required documentation:
* Garbage Record Book (MARPOL Annex V)
* Waste Transfer Note (Form EP-05)

Fee Structure (2024):
– General garbage: CNY 120-180/m³
– Plastics: CNY 250/m³
– Hazardous waste: CNY 800-1,200/m³
– Medical waste: Special handling (CNY 1,500/ton)

Waste Oil Disposal
Approved Contractors:
1. Sinopec Nantong Oil Recycling (Primary)
– Address: No.88 Gangxing Road, Nantong
– Tel: +86-513-8508-8300
– Emergency: +86-513-8508-8399
– Capacity: 800m³/day (shore tanks)
2. CNOOC Environmental Services
– Tel: +86-513-8521-4567

Facility Specifications:
– Dedicated waste oil berth: Terminal 5 (Berth 502)
* Depth: 12.5m
* Equipment: 2x 100mm transfer arms
– Mobile collection fleet:
* 6 tank trucks (10m³ capacity each)
* 3 barges (50m³ capacity each)
– Testing laboratory on-site (GB/T 16488-1996 standard)

Processing Procedures:
1. Pre-notification (24 hours minimum)
2. Submission of:
* Waste Oil Declaration (Form WO-01)
* Last Port Reception Facility receipt
3. Onboard inspection and sampling
4. Continuous monitoring during transfer

Pricing (2024):
– Bilge water: CNY 450-550/m³
– Sludge: CNY 750-850/m³
– Oily mixtures: CNY 550-650/m³
– Tank cleaning residues: CNY 1,200/m³

Sewage Reception
Service Details:
– Operator: Nantong Port Sanitation Services
– Main office: +86-513-8508-8400
– Operations center: +86-513-8508-8456
– Email: sanitation@ntport.gov.cn

Facility Capabilities:
– Sewage barges: 3 vessels (30m³ capacity each)
– Shore reception points:
* International Cruise Terminal
* Ferry Terminal
* Fishery Harbor
– Treatment capacity: 200m³/day
– Discharge standards: GB 18918-2002 Class A

Operational Requirements:
– Advance notice: 12 hours (24h for vessels >500 pax)
– Mandatory disinfection for:
* Passenger vessels
* Vessels from epidemic areas
– Documentation:
* Sewage Record Book
* Discharge Permit (Form SP-02)

Service Charges:
– Black water: CNY 280-320/m³
– Grey water: CNY 180-220/m³
– Medical sewage: CNY 800/m³ (special handling)

Additional Pollution Control Measures
Air Emission Control:
– ECA Requirements (2024):
* 0.1% sulfur limit for fuel in port
* Shore power mandatory at 12 berths
* Voluntary speed reduction program (10% fee discount)
– Monitoring: Continuous CEMS systems at all terminals

Noise Pollution Management:
– Daytime limit (0600-2200): 75 dB(A)
– Nighttime limit (2200-0600): 65 dB(A)
– Special restrictions at:
* Residential areas (1km zone)
* Ecological reserves

Emergency Response:
– 24-hour Pollution Hotline: +86-513-12369
– Response Capacity:
* Tier 1: 50 ton spill response
* Tier 2: 500 ton spill response
– Equipment Inventory:
* Oil skimmers: 8 units (5-20m³/hour capacity)
* Containment boom: 3,000 meters
* Dispersant stock: 30 tons (approved types only)
– Drills: Quarterly exercises with MSA participation

5. Port Safety and Security

General Information
Nantong Port maintains Class AA security certification under:
– China’s Port Facility Security Regulations (MOT Order No. 2022-3)
– ISPS Code Part A/B (2023 Amendments)
– Yangtze River Port Security Rules (Article 15-28)

The port operates under supervision of:
1. Nantong Maritime Safety Administration (MSA)
2. Ministry of Public Security (Port Police)
3. China Coast Guard (Eastern Command)

Security infrastructure includes:
– 58 high-definition CCTV cameras (4K resolution)
– 12 km perimeter fencing with intrusion detection
– Biometric access at 23 controlled gates
– Radar coverage of entire port waters (30nm range)

PSC (Port State Control)
Inspection Authority:
– Nantong MSA Port State Control Office
– Address: No.1 Gangzha Road, Nantong
– Inspection team: 18 certified officers

Inspection Criteria:
1. Tokyo MOU targeting system (50+ parameters)
2. China’s Special Inspection Program (SIP)
3. Risk-based selection algorithm

2024 Inspection Statistics (Jan-May):
– Total inspections: 642
– Detentions: 22 (3.4% rate)
– Average deficiencies per inspection: 2.8

Common Deficiencies:
1. Fire safety (32% of cases):
– Blocked fire exits
– Expired extinguishers
2. Life-saving (25%):
– Damaged lifeboat equipment
– EPIRB battery expiry
3. Navigation (18%):
– AIS input errors
– Magnetic compass deviation

Rectification Process:
– Minor deficiencies: 24h to correct
– Major deficiencies: Immediate detention
– Appeals: To MSA HQ within 7 days

ISPS (International Ship and Port Facility Security)
Security Levels:
1. Level 1 (Normal):
– ID checks at gates
– Random vehicle searches
2. Level 2 (Heightened):
– 100% vehicle screening
– Armed patrols
3. Level 3 (Exceptional):
– Port closure possible
– Military assistance

Current Status (June 2024):
– Overall: Level 1
– Oil Terminal: Level 2 (since May 2024)

Drill Requirements:
– Quarterly: Port-wide exercises
– Monthly: Terminal-specific drills
– Annual: Joint exercises with MSA/CCG

Certifications:
– All 12 terminals hold valid ISSC
– Last audit: March 2024 (0 non-conformities)

Emergency
Emergency Contacts:
1. Port Control Center:
– VHF Ch 16/12/71
– Tel: +86-513-8508-9999
2. Maritime SAR:
– 24-hour: +86-513-12395
3. Medical Emergency:
– Port Clinic: +86-513-8508-8888
– Ambulance: 120

Response Equipment:
– Fireboats:
1. NT-FB01 (5,000HP, 8,000L/min capacity)
2. NT-FB02-03 (2,000HP each)
– Ambulances: 4 (2 stationed at container terminal)
– Oil spill response: 500 ton capacity (20 skimmers)

Emergency Coordination Centre (ECC):
– Location: Port Administration Building, 3F
– Coordinates: 32°01’12″N 120°51’36″E
– Staffing: 8 operators (24/7 shifts)
– Systems:
* AIS monitoring
* Weather tracking
* CCTV control

Ships Arrest
Legal Framework:
– Maritime Code of China (Articles 28-35)
– Special Maritime Procedure Law (2017)
– Nantong Court Implementation Rules

Arrest Procedure:
1. Application Filing:
– To Nantong Maritime Court
– Required documents:
* Claim evidence
* Vessel particulars
* Security bond (typically 20% of claim)
2. Court Review:
– Expedited process (usually 24h)
– Ex parte hearings permitted
3. Execution:
– By MSA enforcement officers
– Vessel moved to detention anchorage

Detention Anchorage:
– Position: 32°03’00″N 121°05’00″E
– Security: Armed guards (CNY 5,000/day cost)
– Average detention: 14 days (2023 data)

Fire Precautions
Tanker-Specific Measures:
1. Hot Work:
– Permit required (Form FW-01)
– Gas monitoring continuous
2. Cargo Operations:
– Bonding cables (10,000Ω max resistance)
– Static accumulators checked hourly
3. General:
– Smoking ban within 50m
– Non-spark tools mandatory

Firefighting Resources:
– Fire stations: 3 (staffed 24/7)
– Response time:
* Day: <8 minutes
* Night: <12 minutes
– Foam stocks: 50,000L (AFFF/AR)

Inspections from Other Parties
Inspection Types:
1. Customs (Anti-Smuggling):
– Focus: Cargo manifests, containers
– K9 units deployed weekly
2. Border Control:
– Crew documentation checks
– Stowaway prevention audits
3. Quarantine:
– Food safety inspections
– Pest control verification

Process:
– Advance notice: Typically 4-24h
– Coordination: Through ship agent
– Duration: 2-6 hours typically

Maritime Security Zones
Designated Zones:
1. Oil Terminal Restricted Area:
– 500m radius from berths
– No unauthorized vessels
2. Naval Facility Zone:
– 1km exclusion (31°58’N 121°02’E)
3. Bridge Protection Zones:
– Sutong Bridge: 300m each side
– Chongqi Bridge: 200m each side

Enforcement:
– Automatic tracking (AIS/radar)
– Patrol boats: 4 dedicated vessels
– Penalties: CNY 10,000-100,000 fines

Police
Port Police Station:
– Address: No.5 Gangqu Road
– Jurisdiction: 15km² port area
– Staff: 48 officers (4 shifts)

Contact Numbers:
– Emergency: 110
– Administration: +86-513-8508-6110
– Criminal Investigation: +86-513-8508-6118

Facilities:
– Detention cells: 6
– Vehicle checkpoint: Main gate
– Forensic lab: On-site

Flag
Flag Requirements:
– National flag:
* Size: Minimum 1m² per 100m LOA
* Position: Stern or main mast
– Courtesy flag:
* Must be flown when in port
* Size: At least 2/3 national flag

Special Signals:
– Quarantine (Q flag): Until pratique granted
– Pilot (H flag): During pilotage
– Not under command (N flag): If disabled

Signals and Lights Display
Light Requirements:
– Navigation lights: COLREGs compliant
– Additional lights:
* Deck lights for vessels >100m
* Red lights for dangerous cargo
* Blue lights for law enforcement

Day Signals:
– Ball shapes: When anchored
– Diamond shapes: When constrained
– Basket shapes: When fishing

Stowaways and Refugees
Prevention Measures:
– Access control:
* Biometric crew verification
* Gangway watches (3 shifts)
– Physical barriers:
* 4m perimeter fencing
* Motion sensors

Treatment Protocol:
1. Discovery:
– Immediate isolation
– Medical check
2. Reporting:
– To port police within 1h
– To MSA within 2h
3. Disposition:
– Interview by border control
– Repatriation arrangements

Alcohol, Drugs and Prohibited Items
Substance Policies:
– Alcohol limit: 0.04% BAC for crew
– Drug testing:
* Random tests (5% of crew)
* Instant urine tests
– Prohibited items list:
* Weapons (all types)
* Drugs (including CBD)
* Counterfeit goods

Enforcement:
– Fines: Up to CNY 50,000
– Detention: Possible for serious cases
– Blacklisting: Repeat offenders

Reporting of Security Breaches or Suspicious Behaviour
Reporting Channels:
– Immediate threats: VHF Ch 16
– Non-emergency:
* Tel: +86-513-8508-9999
* Email: security@ntport.gov.cn
– Anonymous: Drop boxes at gates

Investigation Process:
1. Initial response within 15 minutes
2. Evidence collection
3. Written report within 24h
4. Follow-up within 72h

Operation of Drones
Regulations:
– Complete ban on recreational drones
– Commercial/operational use requires:
1. CAAC license (operator)
2. Port Authority permit
3. Flight plan approval

Approval Process:
– Application: Form DR-01 (72h notice)
– Requirements:
* Insurance (CNY 1M minimum)
* Equipment certification
* Security escort

Restricted Areas:
– Entire port: Class D airspace
– No-fly zones:
* Oil terminals
* Government facilities
* Shipyards