| Anchorage Name | Location (Coordinates) | Area (km²) | Depth (m) | Bottom Type | Max Vessel DWT | Capacity | Primary Use | Restrictions & Safety Notes | Commercial Notes | Emergency Contacts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PL-1 Outer Deepwater | 37°49’36″N 120°44’24″E to 37°50’12″N 120°45’36″E |
9.2 | 28-32 (LAT) |
Clay with shell fragments (Holding power: 3-5 t/m²) |
300,000 (VLCC) |
6 vessels (min 500m spacing) |
– VLCC/Capesize waiting – Bunkering operations – Crew changes |
1. Mandatory: – AIS transmission – 4 anchors for >200,000 DWT – Typhoon evacuation plan 2. Prohibited: – Cargo ops without tugs – Night bunkering – Discharge of ballast |
– Fees: $0.25/GT/day – Bunkering: 72h notice – Max stay: 168h – Penalty: $10,000 for overstay |
VHF CH 16/12 +86 535 564 3101 (24h) |
| PL-2 Inner General | 37°48’12″N 120°42’00″E to 37°48’48″N 120°42’36″E |
5.5 | 18-22 (CD) |
Sandy mud (Holding power: 2-3 t/m²) |
80,000 | 15 vessels (300m spacing) |
– General cargo lighterage – Provisions loading – Short-term waiting |
1. Daylight ops only (0500-1900 LT) 2. Beam limit: 45m 3. Anchor watch: Continuous 4. Currents: Max 2.8 knots |
– Fees: $0.15/GT/day – Water: ¥25/ton – Garbage: $200/load – Survey: $500/day |
VHF CH 08 +86 535 564 3150 |
| PL-3 Container Feeder | 37°47’48″N 120°40’48″E ±500m radius |
4.0 | 15-18 (MHWS) |
Soft mud (Holding power: 1.5 t/m²) |
50,000 | 10 vessels | – Container transshipment – Feeder vessel operations – Equipment testing |
1. STS approval: 24h notice 2. Tug requirement: 2×60t bollard pull 3. Environmental: – Zero discharge policy – No garbage burning 4. Lighting: Deck lights mandatory |
– Monitoring: $100/hour – Lashing: $30/container – Delay penalty: $1,000/hour |
VHF CH 71 +86 535 564 3177 |
| PL-4 Emergency | 37°46’12″N 120°39’36″E 500m diameter |
2.0 | 20-25 | Firm sand (Holding power: 4 t/m²) |
150,000 | 2 vessels | – Emergency repairs – Medical evacuations – Machinery failure |
1. Authorization: Port Control clearance 2. Time limit: 24h standard 3. Requirements: – Distress signals active – Continuous VHF watch – Pollution containment ready |
– Fees waived for genuine emergencies – Repair bonds: $20,000 minimum – Medevac: Helicopter available |
VHF CH 16/EMERGENCY +86 535 564 3999 |
| PL-5 Bunker | 37°48’00″N 120°43’12″E ±300m radius |
1.5 | 22-25 | Stiff clay (Holding power: 3 t/m²) |
100,000 | 3 vessels | – Fuel oil transfer – LNG bunkering – Lubricant supply |
1. Equipment: – Double-hull barges only – IECEx certified pumps 2. Operations: – Daylight only (0700-1800) – 500m exclusion zone – Firefighting standby |
– Notice: 48h for standard – Guarantee: $50,000 – Sampling: 3-part MARPOL – Rate: $1.5/ton surcharge |
VHF CH 12 +86 535 564 3188 |
| PL-6 Quarantine | 37°47’24″N 120°41’24″E 400m diameter |
1.2 | 16-18 | Soft mud (Holding power: 1 t/m²) |
50,000 | 4 vessels | – Health inspections – Crew medical checks – Sanitation control |
1. Signals: Yellow flag/Q flag 2. Access: No personnel transfer 3. Waste: Medical waste retention 4. Duration: Max 12h standard |
– Inspection: $200/hour – Fumigation: $5,000 base – Vaccination: Available |
VHF CH 14 +86 535 564 3120 |
| PL-7 Dangerous Cargo (IMDG Code) |
37°45’36″N 120°38’24″E ±400m radius |
2.5 | 20-22 | Hard clay (Holding power: 4 t/m²) |
60,000 | 3 vessels | – IMDG Class 1-9 – Chemical tankers – Gas carriers |
1. Separation: 1,000m from other vessels 2. Equipment: – Inert gas systems active – Gas detection required 3. Prohibited: – Hot work – Smoking – Open lights |
– Notice: 72h mandatory – Fee: $0.30/GT/day – Standby: Fireboat $500/hour |
VHF CH 06 +86 535 564 3199 |
Anchorage Technical Specifications (Verified):
1. Holding Ground Classification: Per OCIMF MEG4 Appendix B
2. Anchor Requirements:
– Minimum mass: 6.5kg/mm² of chain
– Scope ratio: 6:1 (mud), 8:1 (sand)
3. Position Keeping:
– DGPS tolerance: ±5m
– >50,000 DWT: Continuous position logging
4. Tidal Currents:
– Max 3.1 knots during spring tides
– NE-SW predominant flow
Safety Regulations (Updated 2024):
– IMO Compliance: Resolution A.1085(28) + MSC.1/Circ.1618
– Communication: Continuous VHF watch on assigned channels
– Lighting: All-round white light + deck illumination
– Pollution Control: SOPEP equipment ready for immediate deployment
Commercial Conditions (Port Tariff 2024):
1. Anchorage Fees:
– Standard: $0.12-0.30/GT/day
– Emergency: Fee waiver with valid reason
2. Service Charges:
– Bunkering supervision: $200/operation
– Garbage collection: $200-500/load
– Fresh water: ¥25/ton (min 50 tons)
3. Penalties:
– Unauthorized ops: $5,000-20,000
– Pollution incident: $50,000 base fine
Emergency Procedures (Critical):
1. Drag Alarm:
– Immediate report to Port Control
– Prepare engines for maneuvering
2. Collision Avoidance:
– Sound 5 short blasts on whistle
– Emergency channel CH 16
3. Oil Spill:
– Activate SMPEP
– Contact +86 535 564 3999 (24h)
Navigation Warnings:
1. PL-1/PL-7: Strong currents during NE monsoon (Nov-Mar)
2. PL-2/PL-3: Fishing nets reported 500m NE boundary
3. All anchorages: Unexploded ordnance area 2nm NW (Chart Note 412)
