| Anchorage Name | Location (Coordinates) | Area (km²) | Depth (m) | Bottom Type | Max Vessel DWT | Capacity | Primary Use | Restrictions & Safety Notes | Commercial Notes | Other Relevant Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taizhou No.1 Anchorage | 32°28’12″N 119°56’24″E to 32°27’36″N 119°57’18″E |
6.5 (2024 adjusted) | 18-25 (LAT + chart datum) | Firm clay with shell layers | 300,000 (approved 2024) | 18 vessels (3 zones) | Pre-berthing inspection Bunkering operations |
1. 800m spacing for VLCCs 2. NE monsoon restriction (Nov-Mar) 3. Mandatory deck watch during stay |
1. Free period extended to 36hr 2. $0.085/GT/day after 3. 15% COA discount |
1. Tug standby: 1hr notice 2. Bunker survey team on call 3. Fresh water: 800t/day capacity |
| Taizhou Oil Anchorage | 32°27’42″N 119°55’36″E ±600m radius |
4.0 (2024 expansion) | 22-28 (dredged quarterly) | Stiff clay with gravel | 350,000 (ULCC approved) | 8 vessels (3×VLCC max) | Crude transfer Gas-freeing Tank cleaning |
1. Class A fire zone (24hr patrol) 2. AIS/radar monitoring 3. No overlapping swing circles 4. SOPEP+SMFF required |
1. $0.18/GT/day (min $8,000) 2. 96hr max without extension 3. 25% surcharge for night ops |
1. Dedicated oil spill team (30min response) 2. Helicopter medevac available 3. Crude washing permitted (pre-approved) |
| Taizhou CTU Anchorage | 32°29’48″N 119°58’12″E | 3.2 (2024 survey) | 17-20 | Sandy mud with clay | 100,000 | 10 vessels | Container transshipment Feeder operations Lashing services |
1. Daylight ops (0500-1900LT) 2. Max stay 60hr 3. IMDG Class 1 prohibited |
$0.075/GT/day Free first 18hr |
1. 100t mobile crane available 2. Lashing gang: 4hr notice |
| Taizhou IMDG Anchorage | 32°25’18″N 119°51’42″E | 2.0 (hazard zone) | 19-22 | Compact clay | 50,000 | 5 vessels | Dangerous goods (Class 4-9) Special handling |
1. 24hr fire patrol 2. No mixed classes 3. Emergency tow pre-arranged 4. Explosion-proof equipment required |
$0.28/GT/day +$800/day security fee |
1. Medical team on 15min standby 2. Chemical spill kit stationed |
| Taizhou Emergency Anchorage | 32°30’06″N 119°58’36″E | 3.0 (2024 expansion) | 16-22 | Soft mud with sand | 150,000 | 8 vessels | Distress situations Medical emergencies Technical failures |
1. MSA approval within 1hr 2. Max 36hr stay 3. Priority for life-threatening cases 4. Emergency bunkering allowed |
No charges ($10,000 security deposit) |
1. Air/sea rescue coordination center 2. Emergency repair teams available 3. Hospital contact: +86 523 120 |
| Taizhou LNG Anchorage | 32°24’24″N 119°50’06″E | 3.5 (Q-Max approved) | 24-30 | Hard clay/rock | 266,000 (Q-Max) | 3 vessels | LNG carrier holding Emergency transfer |
1. 1.5nm exclusion zone 2. No operations within 3nm 3. ESDS tested before arrival 4. Continuous gas monitoring |
$0.35/GT/day +$15,000 security fee |
1. Vapor return system (5,000m³/hr) 2. Cryogenic emergency kit 3. Tugs with FiFi1 capability |
| Taizhou Fishing Anchorage | 32°31’12″N 120°00’18″E | 5.0 (seasonal adjustment) | 12-16 | Soft mud | N/A | Unlimited | Fishing fleet Net repair |
1. Commercial vessels prohibited 2. Seasonal closures (Jun-Aug) 3. No waste discharge |
No charges | 1. Ice supply: 200t/day 2. Fish market access 3. Coast guard patrol |
Enhanced Regulations & Procedures
| Category | 2024 Updated Requirements |
|---|---|
| Navigation Safety | 1. ECDIS Type-Approved mandatory >10,000 GT 2. Hourly position reporting during storms 3. Speed limit 5kn within anchorage zones 4. New AIS verification checks |
| Anchoring Practice | 1. Monthly chain inspections (certified) 2. Minimum 70% brake holding power 3. Emergency lighting (100lux minimum) 4. Anchor watch checklist requirement |
| Environmental | 1. Zero discharge policy (24hr monitoring) 2. Aerial surveillance + drone patrols 3. $75,000 fine for oil pollution 4. Mandatory garbage logs |
| Security | 1. ISPS Level 1 compliance (armed guards OK) 2. Night patrols 2000-0600LT 3. Cybersecurity protocols for ECDIS 4. Anti-piracy measures enforced |
Operational Services 2024
| Service | Updated Specifications |
|---|---|
| Bunkering | 1. 24hr availability at all anchorages 2. Mass flow meters (CCIC/ABS certified) 3. Max transfer rate 800m³/hr 4. New LNG bunkering option |
| Provisions | 1. 4hr delivery guarantee (core items) 2. Halal/kosher certified suppliers 3. Medical supplies (controlled drugs available) 4. Cashless payment system |
| Waste Management | 1. MARPOL categories 1-6 accepted 2. Hazardous waste $250/ton surcharge 3. Digital records (blockchain verified) 4. Food waste composting service |
| Repair Services | 1. Hull cleaning (approved antifouling only) 2. Emergency engine repairs 3. Dive team available (Class certified) 4. Electrical fault diagnosis |
Emergency Protocols
- Anchor Drag: VHF Ch 16 + 3 red flares + DSC alert
- Collision: 5 short blasts + EPIRB activation + position broadcast
- Fire: “PAN-PAN” on Ch 16/12 + fire rocket signals
- Medical: Contact Port Medico Ch 12 + telemedicine link
- Pollution: Immediate MSA alert + containment deployment
Navigation Warnings
- Submarine cable area: 32°26’00″N 119°54’00″E (500m exclusion)
- Seasonal fishing nets: Sep-Nov NW anchorage approach
- New construction: 32°28’30″N 119°59’00″E (2024-2025)
- Tidal streams: Max 3.2kn during spring tides
