| Anchorage Name | Location (Coordinates) | Area (km²) | Depth (m) | Bottom Type | Max Vessel DWT | Capacity | Primary Use | Restrictions & Safety Notes | Commercial Notes | Other Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No.1 Anchorage | 21°27’36″N 111°18’24″E (WGS84 Datum) |
3.8 | 18-24 (CD) |
Firm clay with shell (Holding power: Good) |
320,000 | 6 VLCCs (800m spacing) |
VLCC waiting Bunkering Ship-to-ship |
1. SW monsoon restricted (May-Sep) 2. Mandatory AIS transmission 3. Tug standby required for >200,000 DWT |
1. 48h free period 2. Bunker suppliers licensed by MSA 3. STS requires prior approval |
1. Tide range: 2.1-3.8m 2. Current: 1.8-3.2 knots 3. VHF Ch 16/12 monitored |
| No.2 Anchorage | 21°25’12″N 111°16’48″E ±50m accuracy |
3.5 | 14-18 (CD) |
Soft clay (Holding power: Fair) |
150,000 | 10 vessels (500m spacing) |
General cargo Container ships Repairs |
1. No night ops for hazardous cargo 2. Anchor watch required 3. NE monsoon warnings (Oct-Mar) |
1. Fresh water supply 2. Provisions available 3. Slop reception |
1. Current: 1.5-2.5 knots 2. Underwater pipeline 1.2nm NE |
| Dangerous Cargo Anchorage | 21°23’42″N 111°15’06″E (Restricted Area) |
2.0 | 12-16 (CD) |
Sand/gravel (Holding power: Excellent) |
100,000 | 4 tankers (600m spacing) |
Oil/Chemical tankers Class A-D cargo |
1. IMO Class A zone 2. No smoking/flames 3. 500m exclusion zone 4. Gas detection required |
1. Special permission needed 2. 24h surveillance 3. Emergency response team |
1. Dedicated fire-fighting vessel 2. Oil spill equipment standby |
| Inner Port Anchorage | 21°28’30″N 111°19’12″E (Protected Area) |
1.5 | 9-12 (CD) |
Mud/silt (Holding power: Moderate) |
50,000 | 8 vessels (300m spacing) |
Coastal vessels Waiting berths Repairs |
1. Daylight ops only 2. Max stay 72h 3. No anchoring in SE sector |
1. Port dues after 24h 2. Limited services 3. No bunkering |
1. Protected from swell 2. Fishing nets nearby |
| Quarantine Anchorage | 21°26’54″N 111°20’24″E (Health Control) |
1.0 | 12-15 (CD) |
Sand/clay mix (Holding power: Good) |
120,000 | 4 vessels (400m spacing) |
Health inspection Crew changes Medical cases |
1. Radio silence required 2. No crew transfer 3. Q-flag mandatory |
1. Free for first 12h 2. Medical team available 3. Telemedicine support |
1. 24h medical standby 2. Disinfection services |
| Emergency Anchorage | 21°24’18″N 111°17’36″E (Priority Zone) |
1.2 | 16-20 (CD) |
Firm clay (Holding power: Excellent) |
250,000 | 2 vessels (Reserved) |
Distress situations Engine failure Medical emergency |
1. Priority for vessels in danger 2. 24/7 tugs standby 3. Immediate VTS contact |
1. No commercial use 2. Free of charge 3. Salvage coordination |
1. Direct VTS channel 16 2. Helicopter pad access |
| Coastal Vessel Anchorage | 21°29’06″N 111°21’18″E (Inshore Area) |
0.8 | 7-9 (CD) |
Soft mud (Holding power: Poor) |
20,000 | 12 vessels (200m spacing) |
Local traders Small crafts Fishing vessels |
1. Daytime only 2. No tankers 3. Fishing nets present |
1. No port charges 2. Limited services 3. Local boatmen available |
1. Strong tidal currents 2. Poor night visibility |
| Container Feeder Anchorage | 21°26’12″N 111°19’30″E (West Sector) |
1.8 | 10-12 (CD) |
Hard sand (Holding power: Good) |
60,000 | 6 vessels (350m spacing) |
Feeder vessels Barge operations Cargo transfers |
1. No hazardous cargo 2. Crane operations daylight only 3. Max stay 96h |
1. Container lashing services 2. Barge connections available 3. Fresh provisions |
1. Dedicated working boats 2. Container yard 2nm away |
Operational Regulations:
- Anchoring Procedures:
- Minimum scope: 5:1 (normal conditions), 7:1 (heavy weather)
- Anchor watch must be maintained at all times
- Position reports hourly to VTS (Channel 16)
- Dragging anchor must be immediately reported
- Prohibited Activities:
- Unauthorized bunkering operations
- Discharge of any wastes (MARPOL enforced)
- Transfer of hazardous materials without permit
- Fishing within anchorage areas
- Emergency Protocols:
- Distress signals: VHF Ch 16 + emergency flares
- Oil spill response: Immediate notification to MSA
- Medical evacuation: Coordinate through VTS
- Security threats: Contact Port Security on Ch 14
Navigation Warnings (Updated 2024):
- Strong tidal currents during spring tides (up to 4 knots)
- Fishing nets reported within 2nm radius (May-September)
- Pipeline area 1.5nm NE of No.1 Anchorage (marked by buoys)
- Underwater cables crossing southern sector (chart reference CN310011)
- Military exercise area occasionally active (NOTAMs issued)
Commercial Services Available:
- Bunkering:
- IFO 380cSt, MGO, LNG (48h notice)
- Licensed suppliers only (MSA approved)
- No bunkering at night for tankers
- Provisions:
- Fresh food and water delivery
- Bonded stores available (customs clearance required)
- Medical supplies delivery
- Waste Management:
- Garbage collection (MARPOL categories 1-6)
- Slop reception at designated areas
- Sewage pump-out services
Contact Information:
- Maoming VTS: VHF Channel 16/12 (24/7)
- Port Control: +86 668 1234567
- Emergency: +86 668 119 (Marine Police)
- Pilot Station: VHF Channel 13
