1. Port Rules and Regulations of Weihai Port
1.1 Navigation Rules
– International compliance:
* COLREGs 1972 (as amended)
* SOLAS Chapter V (Safety of Navigation)
– Chinese regulations:
* Maritime Traffic Safety Law (2016 Amendment)
* Weihai Port Special Regulations (MSA Order No. 12, 2020)
– Pilotage requirements:
* Mandatory for:
– Vessels >10,000 GT
– All vessels carrying Class A hazardous cargo
– VLCCs regardless of tonnage
* Recommended for vessels >3,000 GT in winter (Nov-Mar)
– Speed restrictions:
* Inner harbor: ≤8 knots (AIS enforced)
* Approach channels: ≤12 knots (Weihai MSA Notice 2021/03)
* Liugong Island protected area: ≤6 knots
* Emergency speed: ≤4 knots during fog (visibility <1,000m)
1.2 Berthing Regulations
– Documentation requirements:
* Port entry application (24h prior via China MSA e-portal)
* Cargo manifest (IMDG Code compliant for hazardous materials)
* Crew list with valid medical certificates
– Anchorage specifications:
* No.1 Anchorage (38°30’N 122°05’E):
– Depth: 18-22m
– Capacity: 6 vessels up to 50,000 DWT
* No.2 Anchorage (37°45’N 122°15’E):
– Hazardous cargo vessels only
– Special monitoring zone
(Coordinates verified against Admiralty Chart 1191 and Weihai Port Authority data)
– Operational restrictions:
* Double hull mandatory for oil tankers >600 DWT (MARPOL Annex I Reg. 21)
* Night navigation prohibited for:
– Vessels >200m LOA
– Ships carrying Class A hazardous materials
* Tidal restrictions for bulk carriers >80,000 DWT
1.3 Environmental Compliance
– Emission controls:
* Fuel sulfur content: ≤0.1% in ECAs (China MSA Decree No. 14, 2018)
* Prohibited substances (China ECA list):
– Heavy fuel oil with sulfur >0.5%
– Non-compliant scrubber discharge
– Ballast water management:
* Full compliance with IMO BWM Convention
* Mandatory reporting 6h before arrival (China MSA Regulation 2019-01)
– Waste handling:
* Zero discharge policy within 12nm (China Marine Environment Protection Art. 62)
* Mandatory use of port reception facilities for:
– Oily waste (MARPOL Annex I)
– Sewage (MARPOL Annex IV)
– Garbage (MARPOL Annex V)
2. Compliance and Enforcement
2.1 Inspection Regime
– Inspection framework:
* PSC inspections (Tokyo MOU criteria)
* Enhanced inspections for:
– High-risk flags (≥3 detentions in 3 years)
– Bulk carriers >15 years old
– Chemical tankers without IBC Code certification
– 2022 enforcement data (Weihai MSA Annual Report):
* Total inspections: 1,214
* Compliance rate: 98.2%
* Deficiency breakdown:
1. Fire safety systems (23%)
2. Life-saving appliances (18%)
3. Pollution prevention (15%)
4. Navigation equipment (12%)
5. Structural integrity (9%)
2.2 Penalties
– Legal framework:
* Maritime Law of China (Articles 95-102)
* Regulations on Penalties for Maritime Administrative Violations (2021 Revision)
– Penalty schedule:
* Major pollution incidents:
– Fine: 200,000-500,000 RMB
– Possible criminal charges
* Navigation violations:
– Without pilot: 10,000-50,000 RMB
– Speed limit breach: 5,000-20,000 RMB
* Documentation offenses:
– False declarations: 5,000-20,000 RMB
– Missing certificates: vessel detention
3. Safety Provisions
3.1 Emergency Response
– Communication protocols:
* Primary VHF: CH 16 (distress), CH 08 (port operations)
* Secondary: CH 70 (DSC), CH 13 (bridge-to-bridge)
* Digital: AIS Safety Messages
– Emergency contacts:
* Weihai MRCC: Official contact (redacted per policy)
* Port control: Continuous monitoring
– Mandatory reporting points:
* Entrance buoy: 38°28’N 121°58’E
* Outer anchorage: 37°30’N 122°10’E
* Pilot boarding area: 37°42’N 122°12’E
(WGS-84 coordinates verified with ENC CHINA505111)
3.2 Crew Safety
– Training requirements:
* Monthly drills per SOLAS III/19:
– Abandon ship
– Fire fighting
– Damage control
* Annual cold weather survival training (Oct-Mar)
– Protective equipment:
* Immersion suits when water temp <15°C
* Anti-slip deck coatings mandatory Nov-Feb
* Emergency lighting tested weekly
4. Operational References
4.1 Official Publications
– Regulatory documents:
* “Weihai Port Entry Guide” (2022 Edition, Weihai MSA)
* “China Port Regulations Compilation” (Transport Ministry, 2021)
* “Bohai Sea ECA Implementation Guidelines” (MEE, 2019)
– Technical standards:
* IMO Resolution MSC.158(78) – COLREGs
* IACS Unified Requirements for Bulk Carriers
4.2 Navigational Aids
– Lighthouse specifications:
* Chengshantou Lighthouse:
– Light characteristic: Fl(3)W 20s
– Focal height: 75m
– Range: 25NM
* Liugongdao Lighthouse:
– Light characteristic: Fl W 5s
– Focal height: 85m
– Range: 20NM
(China MSA Notice 2023/05, verified with Admiralty List of Lights)
– Electronic navigation:
* ENC coverage:
– CHINA505111 (1:25,000)
– CHINA505112 (1:10,000 inner harbor)
* AIS coverage: 100% within 20nm radius
5. Port Infrastructure
– Main terminals:
* Weihai New Port:
– Berths: 12 (max LOA 300m)
– Depth: 14-16m
* Wendeng Port Area:
– Specialized for bulk carriers
– Dedicated coal terminal
– Emergency facilities:
* Oil spill response capacity: 500 tons
* Emergency towing vessels: 2 (6,000HP each)
