| Anchorage Name | Location (Coordinates) | Area (km²) | Depth (m) | Bottom Type | Max Vessel DWT | Capacity | Primary Use | Restrictions & Safety Notes | Commercial Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yangjiang Outer Anchorage | 21°40’00″N, 112°10’00″E | 5.2 | 12-18 | Mud/Sand | 50,000 | 10 vessels | Waiting, bunkering, lightering | Exposed to SE winds; avoid typhoon season; minimum 0.5nm spacing between vessels | Bunker supply available; 24h notice required; fresh water delivery possible |
| Yangjiang Inner Anchorage | 21°45’00″N, 112°05’00″E | 3.8 | 8-12 | Mud | 30,000 | 8 vessels | Loading/unloading, quarantine | Sheltered but tidal currents up to 2 knots; prohibited for vessels carrying Class 1 dangerous goods | Pilotage mandatory; customs clearance onsite; maximum stay 72 hours without special permission |
| Dajin Island Emergency Anchorage | 21°38’00″N, 112°15’00″E | 2.5 | 15-20 | Rock/Sand | 100,000 | 5 vessels | Emergency shelter, storm avoidance | No commercial operations; priority for distress calls; must vacate within 12 hours after weather improves | No fees; VHF Ch 16 monitored; medical evacuation available via helicopter pad on Dajin Island |
| Yangjiang No.1 Oil Terminal Anchorage | 21°42’30″N, 112°07’45″E | 1.8 | 14-16 | Clay | 80,000 | 4 vessels | Oil tankers, hazardous cargo | Strict no-smoking zone; standby tug required; mandatory oil spill equipment on standby | Approved by MSA for Class I hazardous operations; requires pre-approval from Port HSE department |
| Yangjiang West Temporary Anchorage | 21°43’15″N, 112°03’30″E | 2.1 | 10-14 | Sandy clay | 20,000 | 6 vessels | Short-term waiting, crew changes | Maximum stay 24 hours; no cargo operations permitted | Free of charge; provisions delivery available with prior notice |
Additional Information
- Pilotage:
- Compulsory for vessels >10,000 DWT; contact Yangjiang VTS on VHF Ch 08
- Pilot boarding area: 21°41’12″N, 112°08’24″E (marked by yellow buoys)
- Pilot transfer available 24/7 but subject to weather conditions (max wave height 2.5m)
- Tides & Currents:
- Mean tidal range 2.1m; max 3.5m during spring tides
- Max flood current 2.8 knots at outer anchorage (direction 325°)
- Water density: 1.020-1.025 kg/m³ (varies seasonally)
- Weather:
- Typhoon season: June-September (monitor China Meteorological Administration alerts)
- Frequent NE monsoons November-March (wind force 4-6 Beaufort)
- Annual fog days: 15-20 (mainly February-April; visibility often <500m)
- Sea temperature ranges: 16°C (winter) to 30°C (summer)
- Navigation Warnings:
- Fishing nets prevalent within 5nm radius of port (especially April-June)
- Submarine cables near outer anchorage (marked on charts; no anchoring within 500m)
- Military exercise zones occasionally activated within 20nm radius (NOTAMs issued)
- Uncharted small craft traffic near inner anchorage, especially at night
- Emergency Contacts:
- Yangjiang MRCC: VHF Ch 16/70 (DSC)
- Port Authority: VHF Ch 12/14 (24/7 monitoring)
- Medical emergency: +86 662 316 120 (Yangjiang People’s Hospital)
- Port Services:
- Tug availability: 3x 3200HP, 2x 4800HP (advance booking required)
- Bunkering: IFO 380, MGO available (48h notice for quantities >500mt)
- Waste disposal: Compliant with MARPOL; reception facilities at main pier
Operational Notes
- All vessels must submit ETA 72/48/24 hours in advance via Yangjiang Port E-Navigation System
- Mandatory AIS transmission within 20nm of port limits
- Special requirements for vessels carrying dangerous goods (additional paperwork 96h prior)
- Port State Control inspection rate: 18% (2023 MSA statistics)
