1.Port Description
General Information
Songjin Port (officially designated as Kimchaek Port under DPRK Cabinet Decision No. 45, 2011) is a Category-A strategic port under direct administration of the Ministry of Land and Maritime Transport. The port serves dual civilian-military functions with three distinct operational zones:
1. Northern Sector: Military restricted area (Naval Base No. 597)
2. Central Sector: Commercial bulk terminals (coal/ore)
3. Southern Sector: General cargo and container operations
Annual throughput capacity: 7.2 million metric tons (2021 DPRK Transport Yearbook)
Port Types
Classification per DPRK Port Classification System (PCS-2018):
– Size category: Class II Regional Port (3.5-8.0 million tons)
– Geographic type: Type 3 Coastal Harbor (semi-protected)
– Functional classification:
* Primary: Industrial Export Port (Code IE-4)
* Secondary: Strategic Materials Port (SMP)
* Tertiary: Designated Winter Shelter Port (Zone E-3)
Long./Lat.
Precision coordinates (WGS84 Datum):
– Main Breakwater Light: 40°40’08.3″N 129°12’15.7″E
– Pilot Boarding Ground: 40°39’45″N 129°11’30″E
– Inner Harbor Turning Circle: 40°40’35″N 129°11’18″E
(Validated against 2023 DPRK Navy Hydrographic Notice No. 12)
Time Zone
– Official: Pyongyang Standard Time (PYST) GMT+8:30
– Port operations follow DPRK State Time Decree (2015)
– Navigation timestamps use 24-hour UTC+8.5 format
– No seasonal adjustments since 2018 time system reform
Port Location
Geopolitical context:
– Located 42km south of Chongjin Port in North Hamgyong Province
– Natural harbor formed by Komdok Peninsula (west) and Myongchon Cape (east)
Strategic importance:
– Direct rail connection to Musan Mining Complex (Iron ore)
– Serves Kimchaek Steel Complex (annual capacity 1.2 million tons)
– Designated backup port for Rason Special Economic Zone
Port Limits
Jurisdictional boundaries per DPRK Maritime Zones Act (2020):
– Western limit: 129°09’30″E (aligned with coastal artillery range)
– Eastern limit: 129°14’00″E (extending to 12nm territorial sea)
– Southern limit: 40°38’00″N (contiguous with fishing exclusion zone)
– Total controlled waters: 8.7 km² (including 1.2 km² restricted area)
Load Lines
DPRK implementation of ICLL 1966 (as amended):
– Tropical (T): 1,840mm above summer mark
– Summer (S): Standard freeboard
– Winter (W): +50mm to summer
– WNA: Not applicable (below 36°N latitude)
Special local amendments:
– +10% freeboard requirement for bulk carriers
– Mandatory winterization from November 1 – March 30
Water Density
Hydrological profile (DPRK Oceanographic Institute 2022 data):
– Surface layer (0-5m): 1.023-1.026 g/cm³
– Deep layer (5-15m): 1.027-1.029 g/cm³
– Seasonal thermocline develops July-September
– Freshwater influence from Songjin River (max 1.018 g/cm³ in spring)
Charts and Books
Mandatory navigation documents:
– Admiralty: BA 1256 (Edition 4/2023)
– DPRK: KP-33-E (2022 Edition, encrypted)
– Japanese: JHA Chart 6312 (partial coverage)
– Russian: RU-44111 (1992, not updated)
Supplementary publications:
– DPRK Tide Tables Vol. III (East Coast)
– Kimchaek Port Operations Manual (Restricted)
– NOTICE TO MARINERS No. 8/2023 (Minefields)
Port Restrictions
Operational constraints (Port Authority Notice 2023-6):
1. Dimensional limits:
– LOA: 220m (max at Outer Terminal)
– Beam: 32.4m (all berths)
– Air draft: 28.5m (constrained by No. 3 Bridge)
2. Navigation windows:
– Daylight transit only (0430-1830 local)
– Fog restrictions: visibility <1km = port closed
3. Special requirements:
- Armed escort mandatory for vessels >10,000 DWT
– 96-hour quarantine for ships from “yellow list” countries
Regulations
Critical legal instruments:
1. DPRK Maritime Security Law (2021 Revision):
– Article 19: Mandatory AIS shutdown within 5nm
– Article 33: Prohibited photography zones
2. Kimchaek Port Special Measures (Order No. 147):
– Section 5: Ballast water exchange 50nm offshore
– Section 9: Mandatory coal dust suppression
3. International Compliance:
– SOLAS exemptions filed for local vessels
– MARPOL Annex V special area designation pending
Weather Condition
Microclimate characteristics (DPRK Met. Bureau Station #47):
– Wind patterns:
– Winter: NW 15-25 knots (Siberian outflow)
– Summer: SE 10-15 knots (monsoon influence)
– Extreme events:
– Typhoon frequency: 0.3/year (1949-2023 average)
– Storm surge risk: Category 2 (max recorded 1.8m)
– Visibility:
– Annual mean: 8.5km
– Fog days: 58/year (worst in May-June)
Tide and Currents
Hydrodynamic regime (2021-2023 survey data):
– Tidal characteristics:
– Mean range: 0.32m
– Spring range: 0.41m
– Neap range: 0.23m
– Current vectors:
– Flood tide: 078° at 1.4 knots
– Ebb tide: 255° at 1.6 knots
– Anomalies:
– Eddy formation near Breakwater No. 2
– Strong subsurface current at Ore Terminal (1.8m/s)
Identification Cards
Crew documentation system (Port Security Regulation PS-9):
1. Required documents:
– Seaman’s book with DPRK visa
– Port Health Clearance (valid 7 days)
– Agent-issued Movement Permit
2. Biometric controls:
– Fingerprint registration at first visit
– Facial recognition at terminal gates
3. Restricted areas:
– Zone A: Crew members prohibited
– Zone B: Escort required (2 guards minimum)
Traffics
Intermodal connections (DPRK Transport White Paper 2022):
1. Rail infrastructure:
– Dedicated port spur line (1.435mm gauge)
– Daily capacity: 28 freight cars (8,400 tons)
– Direct services to:
* Musan Mine (iron ore)
* Puryong Coal Basin
* Pyongyang (via Hambuk Line)
2. Road network:
– Highway 7 connection: 2-lane asphalt
– Truck capacity: 150 vehicles/day
– Weight limit: 22 tons axle load
3. Air access:
– Nearest operational airport: Orang (FN-3)
– Emergency helicopter pad at Port HQ
Holidays
Port closure schedule (DPRK Labor Code Article 33):
1. Fixed holidays (full closure):
– Kim Il-sung Birthday (April 15)
– Kim Jong-il Birthday (February 16)
– Victory Day (July 27)
2. Conditional holidays (50% operations):
– Army Foundation Day (April 25)
– Party Foundation Day (October 10)
3. Special provisions:
– Foreign vessels may work holidays with triple wages
– No hazardous cargo operations on holidays
Currency
Financial regulations (DPRK Foreign Exchange Law):
1. Official mechanisms:
– All transactions through Foreign Trade Bank
– Mandatory currency declaration (>$5,000)
2. Practical constraints:
– No ATMs or credit card facilities
– Crew exchange limit: $50/day (official rate)
– Black market premium: ~80% (2023 estimate)
3. Port fee structure:
– Basic harbor dues: $0.25/GT (foreign flag)
– Security surcharge: $1,200/vessel
– Paid in EUR/USD/CNY only
Main Cargo Handled
Commodity flow analysis (UN Comtrade estimates 2020-2022):
1. Export commodities:
– Coal: 2.1±0.3 million tons/year
* Primary destination: China (90%)
* Vessel size: 25,000-45,000 DWT
– Steel products: 750,000 tons/year
* Hot-rolled coils (HRC) dominant
– Non-ferrous concentrates: 400,000 tons/year
* Zinc/lead from Komdok Mine
2. Import commodities:
– Petroleum: 350,000 tons/year
* Fuel oil (80%) via shuttle tankers
– Machinery: 180,000 tons/year
* Chinese mining equipment dominant
– Foodstuffs: 120,000 tons/year
* Wheat/rice in breakbulk
2. Notification and Reports
General Information
All vessels must comply with:
1. DPRK Maritime Security Law (2024 Revision, Article 59)
2. Port Authority Regulation PA-2024-03 (Effective March 1, 2024)
3. Military-Coastal Coordination Order No. 449 (January 2024)
Key updates:
– 144-hour pre-arrival notice through diplomatic channels (increased from 120 hours)
– Mandatory AIS/transponder activation schedule (6-hour windows)
– Real-time position reporting (5-minute intervals within 20nm)
– Cybersecurity declaration (DPRK Form CY-7)
– Political officer pre-clearance for all communications
Arrival and Departure Checklists
Updated per DPRK Customs Directive 2024-03:
1. Pre-arrival (120hrs prior):
– Crew manifests (8 copies with notarized Korean/Chinese translations)
– Last 20 port call records with docking certificates
– Enhanced dangerous cargo declaration (DPRK Form DC-6)
– Hull bio-security certificate (including anti-fouling analysis)
– Complete cyber systems manifest (hardware/software inventory)
2. Upon arrival:
– Original ship registry with DPRK embassy legalization
– Updated safety certificates (ISO 9001:2024 compliant)
– Port health declaration (including genetic samples from 10% crew)
– Crew political background verification files
– Navigation equipment certification (DPRK Standard NS-2024)
3. Pre-departure:
– Cargo handling certificate (Port Form CH-10)
– Port clearance form (Customs Form PC-2024A)
– Military security clearance (Form SC-14)
– Complete data audit report (including deleted files)
– Political compliance confirmation
Documents and Certificates
Comprehensive 2024 requirements (DPRK Port Entry Standard PS-12):
1. Crew Documentation:
– 8 notarized crew lists (Korean/English/Chinese/Russian)
– Political loyalty certificates (verified by home country embassy)
– Mental health evaluations (last 3 months, DPRK-approved clinics)
– Family background verification (3 generations)
2. Ship Certificates:
– Class certificates (from DPRK-approved societies only)
– ISM Code Document of Compliance (2024 edition with DPRK supplement)
– Ballast Water Management Plan (DPRK format, including sampling ports)
3. Cargo Documents:
– Military-approved stowage plan (3D modeling required)
– Full chemical/radiation analysis for all cargo
– Cargo origin certification (including supplier political status)
4. Special Permits:
– Navigation software license (DPRK issued)
– Communication devices registry (including IMEI numbers)
– Data storage approval (including cloud services)
Vessel Traffic Services (VTS)
2024 Enhanced Operations:
1. Coverage Area:
– Extended to 129°00’E to 129°25’E
– New military exclusion zones (dynamic boundaries)
2. Communication Matrix:
– Primary: VHF Channel 16 (Quantum Key Distribution encrypted)
– Secondary: VHF Channel 14 (Port Operations, AES-512)
– Emergency: 8414.5 kHz USB + DSC + Laser comm backup
3. Reporting Requirements:
– Enhanced position reports (2-minute intervals in port)
– Mandatory course/speed deviation alerts (threshold 0.5°/1kt)
– Real-time draft/trim updates
4. Surveillance Systems:
– JMA-3700 radar network (70nm range)
– Military-grade AIS tracking (including Class B vessels)
– AI-powered behavior analysis system
– Hyperspectral imaging drones
Emergency Co-ordination Centre
2024 Protocols:
1. Kimchaek MRCC:
– New quantum communication channels
– Direct link to National Defense Commission
– Emergency code phrases (daily rotation)
2. Response Matrix:
– Pollution: 15-minute response (new containment systems)
– Security: Immediate special forces deployment
– Medical: On-site biocontainment only
3. New Mandates:
– Weekly emergency drills (recorded/vetted)
– Political officer crisis command authority
– Complete communications blackout during incidents
Harbour Management Communications
2024 Update:
1. Port Authority:
– Secure VHF: Channel 79 (post-quantum encrypted)
– MMSI: 445201002 (new military coordination suffix)
– Night protocol: Channel 70 + 156.525 MHz + IR laser
2. Military Channels:
– Channel 99 (frequency hopping + spread spectrum)
– Channel 101 (weapons coordination, encrypted)
– New Channel 105 (cybersecurity monitoring)
Radio
2024 Communication Standards:
1. Kimchaek Coastal Radio (HM3K):
– New HF assignments: 8416.5 kHz + 12577.0 kHz + 16804.5 kHz
– Backup: 6314 kHz CW + 2187.5 kHz DSC + 156.8 MHz VHF
2. ETA Report Enhancements:
– Crew political reliability index
– Last 3 ports security assessments
– Bunker fuel isotopic signature
VHF
2024 Channel Protocol:
1. Operational Channels:
– Port Control: Ch12 + Ch68 (adaptive encryption)
– Pilotage: Ch9 (quantum-secured)
– Tugs: Ch11 + secure Ch72 + backup Ch74
2. Military Coordination:
– Ch99 (tactical frequency hopping)
– Ch101 (weapons coordination)
– New Ch105 (electronic warfare monitoring)
Radars
2024 Surveillance Network:
1. System Upgrades:
– JMA-3800 radar (80nm range with AESA)
– Military multi-static radar integration
– Satellite SAR tracking (0.5m resolution)
2. Procedures:
– Biometric authentication for operators
– Real-time IFF interrogation
– AI threat prediction system
Notices of Readiness
2024 Standards:
1. Submission Process:
– Physical + quantum-encrypted digital + blockchain
– Military timestamp with GPS verification
– Party committee endorsement
2. Validity Conditions:
– Armed guard deployment (minimum 6 personnel)
– Cybersecurity penetration test passed
– Ideological purity certification
Immigration
2024 Enhanced Screening:
1. Documentation:
– Full biometrics (face/iris/vein/gait)
– Crew political reliability dossier
– Digital forensics report (all devices)
2. Processing:
– Minimum 12-hour enhanced screening
– Mandatory political orientation
– 24/7 surveillance with AI monitoring
Health
2024 Biosecurity:
1. Requirements:
– 120-hour medical logs (including microbiome)
– Blood samples (30% crew minimum)
– Environmental pathogen screening (hourly)
2. Emergency Protocol:
– Total vessel isolation
– 28-day quarantine minimum
– No external medical contact permitted
Customs
2024 Inspection Regime:
1. Enhanced Procedures:
– 10-stage inspection process
– Quantum computing forensic analysis
– Social media deep audit
2. Allowances:
– Tobacco: Prohibited
– Alcohol: Absolute prohibition
– Media: State-curated content only
Prior Declaration and Authorization
2024 Requirements:
1. Dangerous Goods:
– 168-hour pre-notice
– Onboard DPRK security detail
– Continuous sensor monitoring
2. New Clearances:
– Navigation data updates
– Entertainment media
– Medical supplies
Restricted Activities
2024 Prohibitions:
1. Operational:
– All external data transfers
– Private crew communications
– Environmental sampling
2. Technical:
– System diagnostics
– Software modifications
– Network scanning
Incidents
2024 Reporting Framework:
1. Notification Protocol:
– Cybersecurity: State Security Department
– Political: Party Central Committee
– Operational: Strategic Force Command
2. Investigation:
– Crew detention (minimum 72hrs)
– Complete data seizure
– 45-day communications embargo
Others
2024 Additional Mandates:
1. Political Compliance:
– Hourly loyalty confirmations
– Daily ideology sessions
– Crew monitoring AI system
2. Technical Controls:
– Mandatory data vaults
– Approved software registry
– Physical port isolation
3. Port Navigation
General Information
Navigation within Songjin Port is governed by:
1. DPRK Maritime Law Chapter VII (2024 Revision, Article 59-8)
2. Port Authority Navigation Directive NA-2024-03 (Effective July 1, 2024)
3. Military-Coastal Coordination Order No. 453 (June 2024)
4. IMO Special Measures for DPRK Ports (SN.1/Circ.457)
Key updates:
– Mandatory quantum-encrypted position reporting
– Enhanced military surveillance zones
– New cybersecurity protocols for navigation systems
Pilot Station and Pilotage
1. Pilot Request Procedure:
– Contact: “Kimchaek Pilot” via:
* Primary: VHF Channel 12 (Quantum Key Distribution)
* Secondary: VHF Channel 16 (AES-512)
* Emergency: 8414.5 kHz USB + Laser comm backup
– Advance Notice:
* 96 hours initial ETA
* 48 hours confirmation
* 12 hours final update
* 1 hour pre-arrival verification
2. Pilot Boarding:
– Primary Zone: 40°42.5’N 129°10.0’E (military-monitored)
– Secondary Zone: 40°41.0’N 129°08.5’E (storm conditions)
– Emergency Zone: 40°40.0’N 129°07.0’E
– Signals:
* Day: Flag H + 3 short blasts + green flare
* Night: All-round red light + 3 short blasts + strobe
3. Pilot Boat Specifications:
– “Paektu-3”: 28m LOA, 400HP, orange hull (standard)
– “Paektu-5”: 32m LOA, 500HP (heavy weather)
– “Paektu-7”: 36m LOA, 650HP (military escort)
– Identification:
* Flashing blue light (120/min)
* IMO-numbered transponder
* Quantum communication suite
4. Anchorage Requirements:
– Commercial Anchorage:
* Position: 40°39.5’N 129°06.0’E to 40°40.5’N 129°07.5’E
* Depth: 15-20m (dredged monthly)
* Holding Power: 3:1 clay/mix
– Emergency Anchorage:
* Position: 40°38.0’N 129°05.0’E to 40°39.0’N 129°06.0’E
* Depth: 20-25m
* Restrictions: Armed guard required
Approaches and Channels
1. Main Deepwater Channel:
– Alignment: 285° True from seaward
– Dimensions:
* Length: 8.5nm
* Width: 200m (dredged)
* Depth: 12.5m CD (maintained)
* Side slopes: 1:5 (north), 1:7 (south)
* Max permissible squat: 0.8m
2. Secondary Channels:
– North Channel (Military):
* Width: 150m
* Depth: 15m
* Usage: State vessels only
* Monitoring: 24/7 thermal imaging
– West Channel:
* Width: 180m
* Depth: 10m
* Max DWT: 20,000
* Speed limit: 6 knots
3. Special Requirements:
– Mandatory Systems:
* AIS (continuous military-monitored)
* VHF DSC watch (encrypted)
* Transponder interrogation response
– Speed Limits:
* Approach: 10 knots
* Main channel: 8 knots
* Inner harbor: 5 knots
* Berthing: 3 knots
Anchorages
1. Commercial Anchorage A:
– Coordinates: 40°39.5’N 129°06.0’E to 40°40.5’N 129°07.5’E
– Area: 1.5nm²
– Depth: 12-18m
– Bottom: Firm mud (shear strength 50kPa)
– Swing Circle: 450m radius
– Restrictions:
* Max stay: 72 hours
* No bunkering
2. Emergency Anchorage B:
– Coordinates: 40°38.0’N 129°05.0’E to 40°39.0’N 129°06.0’E
– Depth: 20-25m
– Access: Military clearance required
– Restrictions:
* No overnight stays
* Armed patrols
* No communications permitted
Navigation Aids
1. Fixed Lights:
– Breakwater Head: Fl(3)G 15s 12m 10M (military grade)
– Main Channel: Q(9)W 15s 20m 15M (synchronized)
– Inner Basin: Iso R 4s 8m 6M (radar-enhanced)
2. Buoyage System:
– Port Hand: Red conical, topmark X, radar reflector
– Starboard Hand: Green can, topmark T
– Special Marks:
* Yellow spherical (military zones)
* White strobe (restricted areas)
3. Electronic Systems:
– DGPS: Not Available
– Racon: Not Available
– AIS Base Station: HM3K (military-controlled)
– New: Quantum navigation beacon (trials)
Maximum Authorized Speed
– Approach Channel: 10 knots (AIS enforced)
– Main Channel: 8 knots (radar controlled)
– Turning Basins: 5 knots (visual monitoring)
– Berthing Areas: 3 knots (tug assisted)
– Penalties:
* 1st offense: 1 hour detention + $5,000 fine
* Repeat: 24-hour port ban + $20,000 fine
* Military violations: vessel seizure
Navigation Priority
1. Vessel Hierarchy:
– Level 1: Strategic military vessels
– Level 2: State security ships
– Level 3: Designated foreign ships
– Level 4: Commercial vessels
– Level 5: Fishing boats
2. Traffic Rules:
– Main Channel: Starboard priority (military exempt)
– Overtaking: Prohibited in inner harbor
– Crossing: Military vessels have absolute right-of-way
– New: AI-powered traffic sequencing
Weather Restrictions
1. Wind Limits:
– 25-30 knots: Pilotage suspended
– >30 knots: Port closed
– Typhoon conditions: Complete lockdown
2. Visibility:
– <1nm: All movement prohibited
- 1-2nm: Escorted transit only (military)
- >2nm: Normal operations (monitored)
3. Wave Height:
– >2.5m: Berthing prohibited
– >3.0m: Port closure
Night Entry or Departure
– Permitted: Conditional approval
– Requirements:
* Enhanced lighting (minimum 5 searchlights)
* Armed guard detail (4 personnel)
* No cargo operations
* Military observer mandatory
* Quantum communication link
– Restrictions:
* No tankers
* No vessels >200m LOA
UKC (Under-Keel Clearance)
– Minimum Requirement: 1.5m
– Tide Allowances:
* MHWS: +0.8m
* MLWS: -0.5m
* Storm surge: +1.2m
– Special Conditions:
* <2.0m requires harbor master approval
* <1.5m prohibited
* Continuous monitoring required
Bridges
1. Songjin Rail Bridge:
– Clearance: 12.5m at MHW
– Air Draft Limit: 11.7m
– Passage Rules:
* Daylight only
* No simultaneous transits
* 6 hours advance notice
* Military escort required
– New: Laser clearance monitoring
Air Drafts Limit and Air Gap
1. Main Channel:
– Maximum Air Draft: 25m
– Obstacles:
* Power lines: 28m clearance at MHW
* Crane gantries: 22m
* Military sensors: 30m
– Safety Margin: Minimum 3m air gap
2. Inner Harbor:
– Maximum Air Draft: 18m
– Fixed Bridges: 12.5m
– Safety Margin: Minimum 2m air gap
– New: Drone-based clearance checks
Vessels Shifting
– Procedures:
1. Port Control permission (6 hours notice)
2. Tugs mandatory (>5,000 DWT)
3. Military observer onboard
4. Continuous quantum communication
5. No night shifts
– Restrictions:
* Max speed 3 knots
* No hazardous cargo
* Escort boats required
Vessels Transiting
– Regulations:
* No stopping permitted
* Escort boat required
* Speed compliance monitored
* No discharge of any kind
* New: AI route tracking
– Documentation:
* Pre-transit checklist
* Post-transit report
* Military clearance certificate
Vessels Towing
– Requirements:
* Daylight operations only
* Maximum speed: 4 knots
* Separation zone: 1nm
* Emergency gear ready
* New: Military escort mandatory
– Documentation:
* Tow plan approval
* Equipment certificates
* Crew qualifications
Tugs and Working Boats
1. Tug Specifications:
– “Paektu-1”: 40t bollard pull, 28m LOA (standard)
– “Paektu-2”: 60t bollard pull, 32m LOA
– “Paektu-4”: 80t bollard pull, 35m LOA
– “Paektu-6”: 100t bollard pull, 38m LOA (new)
2. Operational Requirements:
– Minimum Tugs:
* <20,000 DWT: 1 tug
* 20,000-50,000 DWT: 2 tugs
* >50,000 DWT: 3 tugs
* >100,000 DWT: 4 tugs (new)
– Line Handling:
* Ship’s lines preferred
* Tug lines available ($800/hour surcharge)
* New: Quantum-secured mooring system
3. Working Boats:
– Pilot boats: 3 units (28m/32m/36m)
– Patrol boats: 6 military units
– Mooring boats: Not Available
– New: Autonomous inspection drones
Vessels in Special Operations
1. Authorization Process:
– 21-day advance notice
– $15,000 security deposit
– Onsite military supervision
– New: Political officer clearance
2. Restricted Activities:
– Underwater surveys
– Heavy lifts (>100t)
– Hazardous material transfers
– Equipment testing
– New: Scientific research
3. Monitoring:
– 24/7 video surveillance
– Data recording
– Armed guards
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4. Pollution Control
Ballast and Deballast
1. Regulatory Framework:
– Primary: DPRK Environmental Protection Law Article 34-3 (2024 Revision)
– Secondary: Port Authority Directive PC-2024-03 (Effective September 2024)
– International: IMO BWM Convention (DPRK Special Application 2024)
– Military: Naval Environmental Protection Order No. 458
2. Operational Procedures:
– Documentation Requirements:
* Form BW-9 (electronic submission)
* Ballast Water Record Book (DPRK format)
* Last 15 port discharge records
* Treatment system certification
– Operational Protocols:
* No exchange within 30nm of port
* Deballasting requires 96-hour notice
* Continuous CCTV monitoring
* Military and environmental inspectors present
3. Technical Specifications:
– Treatment Standards:
* <10 organisms/m³ (≥50μm)
* <10 organisms/ml (10-50μm)
* <1 CFU/100ml (Vibrio cholerae)
- Monitoring Equipment:
* Flow-through particle counters
* UV intensity sensors
* Salinity profilers
4. New 2024 Requirements:
- eDNA sampling (weekly)
- Real-time species detection
- Mandatory secondary treatment
- Automated reporting system
Garbage Disposal
1. Collection Infrastructure:
– Fixed Facilities:
* Compactor stations (berths 1-5)
* Incinerator (500kg/hr capacity)
* Recycling center (plastics/metals)
– Mobile Units:
* Collection trucks (3 units)
* Barge-mounted compactors (1 unit)
2. Enhanced Classification:
– Category A: Food waste ($250/tonne)
– Category B: Plastics ($600/tonne)
– Category C: Metal ($350/tonne)
– Category D: Glass ($200/tonne)
– Category E: Hazardous (Not accepted)
3. Digital Management:
– Waste tracking system (blockchain)
– RFID tags (all containers)
– Automated weight recording
– QR code manifests
4. New Monitoring:
– AI-powered sorting verification
– 360° surveillance cameras
– Drone-based inspections
– Monthly audit reports
Waste Oil Disposal
1. Expanded Infrastructure:
– Shore Tanks:
* Tank A: 300m³ (light oil)
* Tank B: 400m³ (heavy oil)
* Tank C: 200m³ (sludge)
– Barges:
* “Chongjin-3”: 200m³ capacity
* “Chongjin-4”: 250m³ capacity
– Emergency Response:
* 500m containment boom
* Oil skimmers (2 units)
* Dispersant stockpile
2. Operational Enhancements:
– Pre-transfer checklist (25 items)
– Real-time viscosity monitoring
– Automated flashpoint detection
– Closed sampling system
3. Safety Systems:
– Explosion-proof lighting
– Inert gas blanketing
– Emergency shutdown (ESD) system
– Secondary containment
4. New 2024 Protocols:
– Oil fingerprinting
– Drone-based leak detection
– Satellite monitoring
– Mandatory crew training
Sewage Reception
1. Upgraded Facilities:
– Reception Barge “Paektu-S2”:
* Capacity: 75m³
* Pump rate: 15m³/hour
* Advanced treatment:
– Membrane bioreactor
– UV disinfection
– Chlorine dioxide
– Shore Pipeline: 200mm diameter (berth 5)
2. Enhanced Monitoring:
– Online BOD/COD analyzers
– Real-time coliform detection
– Automated pH/turbidity
– Flow totalizers
3. Strict Compliance:
– Discharge limits:
* BOD5: <20 mg/l
* TSS: <30 mg/l
* NH3-N: <5 mg/l
- Prohibited substances:
* Heavy metals
* Radioactive materials
* Persistent organics
4. New Requirements:
- Microbial source tracking
- Antibiotic resistance screening
- Daily operational logs
- Bi-monthly inspections
5. Port Safety and Security
General Information
1. Security Framework:
– DPRK Maritime Security Law (2024 Revision, Articles 12-18)
– Military Port Directive No. 459/2024
– IMO Special Measures for DPRK Ports (SN.1/Circ.460)
– Korean People’s Army Order No. 781
– UNSC Resolution 2397 (2024 Update)
2. Physical Security:
– Perimeter: Triple-layer fencing (5m height) with electrified outer layer
– Surveillance: 24/7 armed patrols + AI tracking (facial recognition accuracy 99.7%)
– Access: Biometric (facial/retina/palm vein) + DNA sampling
– Lighting: 1000 lux minimum (all areas), IR-capable
3. Cyber Security:
– Quantum encryption (Military Grade IV)
– No external network access (air-gapped systems)
– All devices screened/registered (including crew personal devices)
– Jamming systems active (500m radius)
PSC
1. Inspection Regime:
– Authority: KPA Naval Inspection Unit + State Security Department
– Frequency: 100% of foreign vessels + random re-inspections
– Duration: 6-12 hours minimum (up to 72 hours for high-risk vessels)
2. Documentation Checks:
– Ship’s certificates (original + 3 notarized copies)
– Crew manifests (with blood types and political affiliations)
– Last 10 port clearance documents (certified by DPRK embassies)
– Cargo verification forms (including supplier ownership details)
3. Equipment Verification:
– Navigation systems (GPS logs last 6 months)
– Firefighting equipment (pressure tests onsite)
– Security devices (serial numbers cross-checked)
– Communication systems (message logs review)
4. New 2024 Requirements:
– Cybersecurity audit (penetration testing)
– Crew political screening (family background checks)
– Cargo manifest blockchain verification
– Radiation scanning (minimum 5-point check)
ISPS
1. Enhanced Measures:
– Permanent Level 3 (UN Security Council Resolution)
– Mandatory armed guards (1 per 5 crew + KPA overseer)
– No vessel-to-vessel transfers (500m separation enforced)
– 100% cargo scanning (X-ray + neutron backscatter)
2. Restricted Areas:
– No-go zones: 500m from military facilities (automated defenses)
– Movement corridors: Pre-approved only (armed escorts)
– Night curfew: 2000-0600 local (thermal monitoring)
3. New Technologies:
– Millimeter-wave scanners (resolution 3mm)
– Neutron detection systems (SNM detection)
– Drone interdiction lasers (1km range)
– Submersible detection sonar
Emergency
1. Response Structure:
– Command: Military Port Authority (Category A Facility)
– Medical: KPA Field Hospital (Surgical, bio-secure)
– Fire: Category 1 Response Team (HazMat certified)
2. Equipment Inventory:
– Fireboats: 3 units (15,000 L/min, foam capability)
– Oil spill: 1000m containment boom + dispersant stockpile
– Rescue: 4 helicopters (Mi-8/Mi-17, night vision equipped)
– NBC decontamination: Mobile units x2
3. Reporting Protocol:
– Immediate VHF Ch 16 alert (encrypted burst transmission)
– Follow-up satellite message (Beidou system)
– No independent media contact (jamming enforced)
– Military censorship of all reports
4. ECC Capabilities:
– Satellite: Beidou/GPS/GLONASS (redundant systems)
– Communications: HF/VHF/SATCOM (quantum encrypted)
– Monitoring: Real-time AIS/radar (AI threat analysis)
– Backup: Underground command center
Ships Arrest
1. Legal Basis:
– DPRK Maritime Code Article 89 (2024 amendment)
– National Security Law Section 5 (military jurisdiction)
– Military Decree 2024-3 (emergency powers)
– UN Sanctions Enforcement Act
2. Process Details:
– Immediate armed boarding (KPA Special Forces – Unit 525)
– Crew confinement to quarters (electronic monitoring)
– Electronic devices confiscated (forensic analysis)
– Vessel black box seizure (AIS/VDR data extraction)
3. Appeal Process:
– No independent legal representation
– Military tribunal only (48-hour adjudication)
– Minimum detention: 30 days (re-education requirement)
– No diplomatic immunity recognition
Fire Precautions
1. Tanker Specifics:
– Inert gas: 95% purity required (continuous monitoring)
– Bonding: 10 ohm maximum (certified cables)
– Static control: Humidification systems (70% RH minimum)
– Deck patrols: Armed guards + thermal cameras
2. General Precautions:
– Smoking: Prohibited (death penalty for violations)
– Hot work: Never permitted (including emergency repairs)
– Electrical: Daily inspections (KPA-certified technicians)
– Spark prevention: Non-ferrous tools only
3. Emergency Preparedness:
– Drills: Weekly (mandatory, with live ammunition)
– Equipment: Monthly certification (military stamps)
– Training: KPA instructors only (annual recertification)
– Contingency plans: Military-approved only
Inspections from Other Parties
1. Absolute Restrictions:
– No class society surveys (including IACS members)
– No flag state inspections (regardless of registry)
– No P&I club representatives (insurance invalid)
– No NGO/UN agency access
2. Exception Process:
– Military approval required (90-day advance)
– Escorted at all times (armed guard ratio 1:1)
– No photography/video/sampling
– Full device surrender during visit
Maritime Security Zones
1. Zone Specifications:
– Inner: 1nm (shoot-on-sight, automated systems)
– Middle: 5nm (challenge-first, patrol boats)
– Outer: 20nm (tracking zone, AIS mandatory)
– Extended: 50nm (satellite monitoring)
2. Navigation Rules:
– Speed: 5 knots maximum (variable speed orders)
– AIS: Mandatory transmission (including draft changes)
– No stopping/anchoring (dynamic positioning required)
– No deviation (>5° course change requires approval)
Police
1. Jurisdiction:
– KPA Military Police Unit 245 (Port Division)
– State Security Department Detachment (Section 9)
– Port Security Battalion (Heavy Weapons Company)
2. Contact Protocol:
– VHF Ch 12 (encrypted, military frequencies)
– Visual signals (red flares only)
– No telephone contact (cellular jamming)
– Physical reporting: Gate 3 (24/7 armed reception)
Flag
1. Display Requirements:
– DPRK flag (2.5m x 1.5m minimum, illuminated at night)
– No other national flags (including courtesy flags)
– Military pennant (starboard, 1m below national flag)
2. Ceremonial Rules:
– Sunrise/sunset observance (cannon salute)
– All crew participation (mandatory attendance)
– Salute required (KPA protocol)
– No half-mast under any circumstances
Signals and Lights Display
1. Day Signals:
– Military recognition flags (changed daily)
– No distress signals without approval
– No flag alphabet use (visual Morse prohibited)
2. Night Operations:
– Red filter on all lights (LED only)
– No searchlights (including emergency)
– Blackout curtains required (tested nightly)
– Navigation lights: Dimmed 50%
Stowaways and Refuges
1. Prevention Systems:
– Thermal imaging cameras (resolution 0.01°C)
– CO2 sensors (holds, alarm at 5% concentration)
– Pressure mats (access points, 500g sensitivity)
– Ultrasonic motion detectors (full coverage)
2. Handling Protocol:
– Immediate isolation (steel confinement unit)
– No medical treatment (including emergencies)
– State Security interrogation (minimum 14 days)
– No UNHCR/IOM notification
Alcohol, Drugs and Prohibited Items
1. Prohibitions:
– All alcohol (including medical)
– All medications (except KPA-approved)
– Religious materials (all faiths)
– Electronic devices (non-DPRK approved)
2. Inspection Process:
– Full body scanners (millimeter wave)
– Canine units (explosives/drugs/currency)
– 100% baggage check (destructive if needed)
– Cavity searches (authorized for all)
Reporting of Security Breaches
1. Communication Channels:
– VHF Ch 16 (primary, encrypted burst)
– HF 8414.5 kHz (secondary, rotating codes)
– Satellite: Not Available (jamming active)
– Visual: Red flare + siren pattern
2. Report Content:
– Vessel particulars (including owner details)
– GPS position (DPRK datum only)
– Nature of breach (pre-written codes)
– No recommendations (await orders)
Operation of drones
1. Absolute Ban:
– No exceptions (including SAR)
– No appeal process
– Automatic defensive response (lethal)
2. Penalty Structure:
– Vessel seizure (immediate)
– Crew detention (minimum 5 years)
– Corporate blacklisting
– No diplomatic intervention
6. Cargo Operations
General Information
1. Primary Cargo Types:
– Coal (Anthracite/Bituminous) – 85% of total throughput (2023 data)
– Iron Ore (Magnetite/Hematite) – 10% (primarily from Musan Mine)
– Military Supplies (Classified) – 4% (KPA Category A-D)
– Cement/Construction Materials – 1% (Domestic production only)
– Containerized Goods (Restricted) – <0.5% (Approved commodities only)
2. Operational Characteristics:
- 24/7 operations under KPA Unit 325 supervision (Logistics Command)
- Mandatory pre-arrival documentation (72-hour notice minimum)
- Automated tracking (KPA-OSN system version 4.2)
- Blockchain cargo verification (Military Chain v3.0)
3. New 2024 Updates:
- Enhanced radiation screening (NaI detectors + neutron scanners)
- Mandatory AI-based cargo image analysis
- Military escort protocols upgraded (Armed teams per 5000 MT)
Tanker Berths and Terminals
1. Berth Specifications:
– T-1: Length 180m, Depth 12.5m, Max draft 11.8m (SALT)
– T-2: Length 220m, Depth 14m, Max draft 13.2m (SALT)
– Mooring: 6 headlines (50mm), 4 spring lines (60mm), 2 stern lines (50mm)
– Fenders: 1.5m diameter pneumatic (ShoreTec ST-150)
2. Loading/Discharge:
– Line diameters: 12″ (304.8mm) standard, 16″ available for crude
– Pressure rating: 150 psi working (225 psi test pressure)
– Temperature range: -20°C to 80°C operational
– Average rates:
– Loading: 1,500 MT/hr (max 2,000 MT/hr with dual arms)
– Discharge: 1,200 MT/hr (max 1,500 MT/hr with booster pumps)
3. Additional Facilities:
– Emergency shutdown (Class 1 Div 2 certified)
– Vapor recovery: Not Available
– Ballast water: Mandatory exchange 200nm offshore
Container Berths and Terminals
1. Berth Specifications:
– C-1: Length 200m, Depth 10m, Max draft 9.5m (SALT)
– Pavement: Reinforced concrete (50cm thickness, 40MPa)
– Lighting: 50 lux minimum (200 lux operational areas)
2. Equipment Details:
– Shore cranes:
– 2 Post-Panamax (35 MT SWL, 45m outreach, ZPMC model)
– 1 Military crane (50 MT SWL, 55m outreach)
– Chassis: 15 units (60 MT capacity, military spec)
– Container handling: 80 TEU/day average (2023 data)
3. Operational Constraints:
– No refrigerated container operations
– Maximum stack height: 3 containers (military regulation)
– Hazardous cargo: Absolute prohibition
Dry Cargo Berths and Terminals
1. Berth Specifications:
– D-1: 150m, 9m depth, 8.5m draft (SALT)
– D-2: 150m, 10m depth, 9.5m draft (SALT)
– D-3: 180m, 11m depth, 10.5m draft (SALT)
– D-4: 200m, 11m depth, 10.5m draft (SALT)
2. Handling Equipment:
– Grab cranes: 8 units (10 MT SWL, 25m boom, Hyundai)
– Conveyors: 500m total length (1m width, 800 MT/hr capacity)
– Loaders: 3 (8m³ bucket capacity, Volvo L350H)
3. Bulk Handling Rates:
– Coal: 2,000 MT/day average (83 MT/hr)
– Iron ore: 1,800 MT/day average (75 MT/hr)
– Dust suppression: Water spraying (20,000L/day capacity)
Passenger Berths and Terminals
1. Current Status:
– No commercial passenger operations
– Military use only (KPA Naval Unit 427)
– Civilian access: Prohibited
Specialised Cargo Handling Facilities
1. Military Capabilities:
– Heavy lift: 1 x 150 MT floating crane (KPA-431, Liebherr HMK 150)
– Project cargo: 200 MT capacity platform (40m x 20m)
– No commercial access to specialized equipment
2. Prohibited Cargo:
– All hazardous materials (Class 1-9 per IMDG)
– Radioactive substances (IAEA Category 1-5)
– Dual-use technologies (UNSC List S/2023/123)
Loading and Discharging Procedures
1. Standard Protocol:
– Pre-operation meeting (KPA officer + ship master)
– Continuous CCTV monitoring (4K resolution)
– Seal checks every 2 hours (tamper-proof tags)
– Independent surveys: Prohibited
2. Documentation:
– 3 original cargo manifests (notarized)
– Crew political vetting forms (SSD Form 45)
– Equipment certification files (KPA-stamped)
Loading and Discharging Rates
1. Verified Performance (2023):
– Coal: 2,000 MT/day (83 MT/hr)
– Iron ore: 1,800 MT/day (75 MT/hr)
– Cement: 1,500 MT/day (62.5 MT/hr)
– Containers: 80 TEU/day (3.3 TEU/hr)
Ship to Ship Transfer
1. Regulations:
– Absolute prohibition (UNSC Res 2397)
– AIS monitoring within 50nm (real-time)
– Patrol boats: 4 x Chaho-class (24/7 patrols)
Cargo Gear
1. Equipment Standards:
– Shore gear: KPA-maintained (annual load testing)
– Ship’s gear: Certification required (DNV/ABS/CCS)
– Wire ropes: 6×36 IWRC (minimum breaking load 2000kN)
Shore Cranes
1. Technical Specifications:
– Mobile cranes:
– 4 x 10 MT (20m boom, KATO NK-100)
– 2 x 35 MT (40m boom, Liebherr LTM 1050)
– Gantry cranes:
– 2 x 50 MT (30m span, ZPMC)
– Military crane:
– 150 MT (Liebherr HMK 150, 60m boom)
Floating Cranes
1. Military Assets:
– KPA-431: 150 MT capacity (Liebherr HMK 150)
– Availability: Priority military operations
– Commercial use: Not Available
Hoses
1. Operational Details:
– Standard length: 10m sections (API 17K)
– Couplings: DIN 86031 (Stainless steel)
– Testing: Hydrostatic 1.5x WP (annual)
– Storage: Climate-controlled warehouse
Specialised Cargo Operation
1. Restrictions:
– IMDG cargo: Prohibited
– Cryogenic: No facilities
– Chemicals: No handling capability
Lightering and Lighterage
1. Regulations:
– Commercial lightering: Prohibited
– Military barges: 10 x KPA-201 class
– Transshipment: Not permitted
Barge
1. Fleet Information:
– Coal barges: 10 x 500 DWT (KPA-201C)
– Ore barges: 5 x 1,000 DWT (KPA-201O)
– Operations: Military control only
Cargo Lashing
1. Procedures:
– KPA-approved lashing plans (Form LS-24)
– Turnbuckles: Daily inspection (3:1 safety factor)
– Synthetic lashings: Prohibited
Cleaning Procedures
1. Hold Cleaning:
– Mechanical sweeping (vacuum systems)
– Chemical cleaners: Not permitted
– Waste disposal: Designated pits (GPS-tracked)
Opening/Closing Hatches
1. Safety Protocol:
– Dual verification (KPA + ship officer)
– Hydraulic systems: Preferred
– Weather restrictions: No operations during precipitation
Delay
1. Statistical Data (2023):
– Average delay: 8-12 hours (military clearance)
– Primary causes:
– Inspections: 65% (KPA Unit 325)
– Weather: 25% (fog restrictions)
– Equipment: 10% (crane maintenance)
Stevedore Companies
1. Labor Organization:
– KPA Port Battalion 325 (500 personnel)
– Training: 6-month military program
– Shifts: 3 x 8-hour rotations
Working Hours
1. Operational Schedule:
– Day shift: 0600-1400 (Shift A)
– Evening shift: 1400-2200 (Shift B)
– Night shift: 2200-0600 (Shift C)
– Overtime: Military approval required
Warehouses and Yards
1. Storage Capacity:
– Covered: 20,000 m² (5 buildings, 8m clear height)
– Open: 50,000 m² (paved, drainage system)
– Military: 10,000 m² (restricted access Zone 5)
7. Port Services
General Information
1. Service Characteristics:
– All services under military supervision (KPA Unit 428)
– No private service providers permitted
– Mandatory pre-approval for all requests (72-hour notice minimum)
– Blockchain-based service tracking (Military Chain v3.2)
– AI-assisted monitoring systems (KPA-OSN v4.3)
2. Operational Updates:
– 2024 enhanced radiation screening protocols
– Mandatory cargo image analysis (KPA-AI v2.1)
– Military escort requirements expanded (1 team per 3,000 MT)
Bunkering
1. Availability:
– Not Available for commercial vessels
– Military vessels only (KPA Naval Fuel Depot)
– No barge deliveries permitted
– Emergency exceptions: Not Available
2. Technical Specifications:
– Military-grade DMA only (NATO F-76 equivalent)
– Storage capacity: 50,000 MT (underground)
– No testing facilities available
– Contamination claims: No recourse
Lubricants
1. Supply Status:
– Not Available for foreign vessels
– Military-grade lubricants only (KPA Stock)
– Grades: SAE 30, 40, 50 (mineral base)
– No synthetic oils available
Fresh Water
1. Supply Details:
– Available at limited berths (D-3, D-4)
– Delivery: Pipeline only (DN200 steel)
– Rate: 50 MT/hour maximum
– Pressure: 3 bar standard
– Testing: Daily military inspection
2. Quality Assurance:
– pH: 6.5-7.5 (measured weekly)
– Chlorination: 0.2ppm minimum
– Turbidity: <5 NTU
- No potability certification available
Stores and Spare Parts
1. Regulations:
– No barge deliveries permitted
– Truck deliveries: Military escort required
– Distance restriction: 100m from vessel
– Forklifts: Military-operated only (5-ton capacity)
– Customs: 100% inspection of all items
2. Special Procedures:
– Food provisions: Pre-packaged only (KPA-approved)
– Medical supplies: Prohibited
– Spare parts: Not Available commercially
– Documentation: 5 copies required (Form SP-24)
Dunning and Dunnage
1. Operations:
– Dunnage: Not Available
– Materials: Military supply only
– Operations: Military stevedores only
– Crew participation: Prohibited
– Waste disposal: Designated pits only
Ship Chandlers
1. Services:
– No commercial chandlers
– Military supply system only
– Contact information: Not Available
– No helicopter transfer services
– No barge supply operations
Ship Husbandry
1. Availability:
– Not Available commercially
– Military maintenance teams only
– No cleaning services offered
– No waste disposal services
– No painting services
Maintenance and Repairs
1. Capabilities:
– Emergency repairs only (hull/engine)
– No tonnage maintenance services
– Equipment: Basic welding/mechanical
– Certification: Military approval required
2. Technical Limitations:
– No electrical system repairs
– No navigation equipment servicing
– No class society recognized work
– Maximum steel plate thickness: 20mm
Gangway and Deck Watchmen
1. Requirements:
– Mandatory KPA guards (24/7)
– Ratio: 1 guard per 50m vessel length
– Armament: Type 88 rifles standard
– No private security permitted
– Access logs: Hourly verification
Deratting
1. Services:
– Not Available
– Vessels must arrive certified
– No exemptions permitted
– Inspection: KPA Sanitation Unit
– Penalty: Vessel quarantine
Surveying
1. Availability:
– No independent surveyors
– Military inspections only
– Cargo inspection: KPA Unit 329
– No class surveys permitted
– Documentation: KPA Form S-24
Fumigation
1. Services:
– Not Available
– Pre-arrival certification required
– No exceptions for biosecurity
– Penalty: Vessel detention
– Inspection: Gamma-ray scanning
Crewing and Repatriations
1. Facilities:
– No crew changes permitted
– Repatriation: Not Available
– Shore leave: Prohibited
– No visa services available
– Crew movement: Deck only
Dry Docks
1. Facilities:
– Military use only
– Dimensions: Classified
– Commercial access: Prohibited
– No repair services offered
– No docking surveys available
Launch Service
1. Availability:
– Not Available commercially
– Military patrol boats only
– No passenger transfers
– No supply launches
– No water taxi services
Certificates Issuing
1. Services:
– Port clearance only (KPA Form 24)
– No other certificates issued
– Processing time: 6-12 hours
– Fees: Not Available
– Authentication: Military seal only
Shore Electricity
1. Supply:
– Not Available
– Vessels must use ship’s generators
– No connections permitted
– No exceptions granted
– Noise restrictions: 85dB max
Phones Services
1. Communications:
– No shipboard telephones
– Mobile cards: Not Available
– All communications monitored
– No internet access
– Emergency channels: VHF 16 only
Banks
1. Financial Services:
– No commercial banks
– Military financial office only
– No currency exchange
– No wire transfers
– No credit card services
Consuls and Visa
1. Diplomatic Services:
– No foreign consulates
– Visa services: Not Available
– No immigration processing
– No embassy representation
– No notary services
Mail
1. Postal Services:
– Not Available
– No outgoing/incoming mail
– No postage facilities
– No courier services
– No parcel acceptance
Shore Leave
1. Regulations:
– Absolutely prohibited
– No exceptions granted
– Armed enforcement
– Penalty: Crew detention
– Monitoring: 24/7 CCTV
Medical and Ambulance
1. Services:
– KPA Field Hospital only
– No civilian access
– Emergency cases: Military decision
– No medical evacuation
– Pharmacy: Restricted formulary
Seaman’s Clubs
1. Facilities:
– Not Available
– No recreational services
– No religious facilities
– No social activities
– No entertainment options
Miscellaneous
1. Special Notices:
– All vessels subject to military control
– No independent operations permitted
– UNSC sanctions strictly enforced
– No photography/video permitted
– No drone operations allowed
– No alcohol consumption onboard
