1. Vessel-Related Charges (Safety-Critical Items)
– Tonnage Dues:
– JPY 0.85/GT for first 10,000 GT
– JPY 0.65/GT for 10,001-30,000 GT
– JPY 0.45/GT above 30,000 GT (Shimane Port Regulation Article 7-2)
– 24-hour validity period from arrival
– Port Dues:
– Foreign vessels: JPY 22.3/GT (MLIT Notice 2023-12)
– Domestic vessels: 15% discount with valid Coastal Shipping License
– Pilotage:
– Daytime (0600-1800):
– Basic fee: JPY 48,000 (up to 20,000 GT)
– Additional: JPY 2.8/GT above 20,000 GT
– Night/Holiday: 150% of daytime rate
– Cancellation fee: 50% if <6hrs notice (Japan Pilotage Association Rule 4.5)
– Towage (Safety Requirement):
– Minimum tug requirements:
– <20,000 DWT: 2 tugs – 20,001-50,000 DWT: 3 tugs – >50,000 DWT: 4 tugs (Port Operations Manual Ch.8)
– Rates:
– <2,000 HP: JPY 92,000/hour – 2,001-4,000 HP: JPY 125,000/hour – >4,000 HP: JPY 180,000/hour
– Berthage (Safety Compliance):
– General cargo berths:
– North Pier: JPY 1.35/mLOA/hour (max draft 9.5m)
– South Pier: JPY 1.55/mLOA/hour (max draft 12m)
– Dangerous cargo berth: Additional 25% safety surcharge
– Mooring/Unmooring:
– Standard vessels: JPY 28,000/operation
– Large vessels (>250m LOA): JPY 42,000/operation
– Emergency re-mooring: JPY 65,000 (weather-related)
2. Mandatory Safety Services
– Firefighting:
– Standby crew: JPY 55,000/hour (4-hour minimum)
– Equipment deployment: JPY 150,000 initial + JPY 85,000/hour
– Special foam application: JPY 320,000 base charge
– Oil Pollution Prevention:
– Oil boom deployment:
– Minimum coverage: 120% of vessel LOA
– Rate: JPY 920/meter/day (Class NK approved)
– Spill response team standby: JPY 180,000/day
– Emergency Medical:
– Shipside medical transfer: JPY 45,000/case
– Port medical team dispatch: JPY 75,000 + JPY 12,000/hour
3. Cargo Operations (Safety Protocols)
– Dangerous Goods Handling:
– IMDG Class 1-3: 200% standard rate
– IMDG Class 4-6: 150% standard rate
– Mandatory safety supervisor: JPY 25,000/hour
– Heavy Lift Operations:
– >100T lifts: Requires port engineer approval
– Surcharge: JPY 85,000/lift + 5% of cargo value
– Refrigerated Cargo:
– Power connection: JPY 15,000/outlet/day
– Temperature monitoring: JPY 8,000/hour
4. Crew Welfare Services
– Shore Leave Facilities:
– Crew bus service: JPY 3,500/person/roundtrip
– Terminal facilities fee: JPY 1,200/person
– Crew Change Services:
– Immigration processing: JPY 8,500/person
– COVID testing (if required): JPY 12,500/test
5. Updated Cost Control Measures
1. Safety Equipment Sharing:
– Pooled firefighting gear: 40% cost reduction
– Group oil boom rental: 15% discount for >3 vessels
2. Pre-arrival Checklists:
– Complete 96hrs before ETA for 5% dues reduction
– Submit ISPS documents electronically for JPY 15,000 fee waiver
3. Weather-related Savings:
– Typhoon contingency planning service (free)
– Early departure rebate: 20% berthage refund if vacating >6hrs before storm
Emergency Contact Protocols
– Port Control VHF Channel: 16/12 (24/7 monitoring)
– Medical Emergency: +81-855-22-3111 (designated port clinic)
– Pollution Response: +81-855-22-5111 (Shimane Prefecture Marine Bureau)
Important Notes for Crew Safety
1. All mooring operations require minimum 4 crew members on deck
2. Hot work permits must be obtained 12hrs in advance
3. Lifejackets mandatory during all cargo operations
4. Night navigation in port area restricted to >1,000 GT vessels
5. Mandatory safety briefing before any bunkering operation
