1. Port Rules and Regulations
1.1 Navigation Rules
– Strict compliance with:
– Maritime Traffic Safety Law of the People’s Republic of China (2021 Revision)
– Yangtze River Navigation Regulations (Decree No. 12 of MOT, 2020)
– IMO Resolution A.1156(32) for vessel traffic services
– China MSA Order No. 14 (2019) for Yangtze River specific rules
– Speed limits:
– Inner port area: 8 knots (max) within 500m of berths; 10 knots in main channels
– Anchorage zones: 4 knots when passing within 300m of anchored vessels
– Special zones: 6 knots in dredging areas (marked by yellow buoys)
– VHF Channels:
– Channel 06 (Yangzhou Port Control) – Primary communication
– Channel 16 (Distress/Safety) – Mandatory monitoring
– Channel 08 (Tug coordination)
– Channel 13 (Bridge-to-bridge)
– Special zones:
– No-anchoring areas marked by yellow buoys at 32°22’N 119°25’E (south approach)
– Overtaking prohibited in narrow channels (width <500m)
– Restricted area: 500m radius around LNG terminal (24/7 surveillance)
1.2 Berthing Regulations
– Approval process:
– Submit ETA 24 hours in advance via Yangzhou MSA’s e-portal (for vessels >300 GT)
– Hazardous cargo berthing requires additional GB 16994-2021 compliance certificate
– Dynamic draft calculation required for vessels >50,000 DWT
– Safety distances:
– 50m between hazardous cargo vessels (Class 1-9)
– 30m for general cargo vessels
– 100m exclusion zone for LNG carriers during transfer
– 200m safety radius during explosive handling operations
– Mooring standards:
– Lines must meet ISO 3918 or equivalent (e.g., OCIMF MEG4)
– Minimum breaking load (MBL) ≥ 1.5× maximum expected load
– Synthetic ropes prohibited for vessels >20,000 DWT
– Night operations:
– Mandatory deck lighting (min. 100 lux at working areas)
– Red obstruction lights for cranes >15m height
– Additional standby mooring crew required between 2200-0600
1.3 Dangerous Goods Handling
– Classification:
– Follows IMDG Code (2022 Edition) and GB 12268-2012 with China-specific amendments
– Additional restrictions on:
– Class 1.1 explosives (total ban without special permit)
– Class 6.2 infectious substances (requires CDC approval)
– Class 7 radioactive materials (requires CNNC approval)
– Notification timeline:
– 72 hours for Class 1, 2.3, 6.1, 6.2, and 7
– 48 hours for other hazardous materials (Class 3-5, 8, 9)
– Real-time monitoring required for temperature-controlled hazardous goods
– Segregation:
– Vertical separation ≥3m for incompatible goods (per IMO MSC/Circ.1216)
– On-deck stowage mandatory for explosives (≥12m from accommodation)
– Special stowage requirements for marine pollutants (marked “MP” in IMDG Code)
1.4 Port Security
– ISPS Code compliance:
– Security Level 1: Standard checks (20% random container inspection)
– Security Level 2: 100% container scanning + armed guards for high-risk vessels
– Security Level 3: Port entry prohibited except with MSA escort
– Restricted areas:
– No unauthorized access within 50m of oil terminals (per GB 50160-2008)
– AIS must remain active throughout port stay (per SOLAS Chapter V/19)
– Drone operations prohibited within 1km of port facilities
1.5 Port Infrastructure Specifications
– Main berths:
– Berths 1-8: Depth 12.5m, LOA 250m, max draft 11.8m
– Berths 9-15: Depth 10.8m, LOA 200m, max draft 10.2m
– LNG Terminal: Depth 14m, dedicated berth (32°25’12″N 119°26’45″E)
– Cargo handling equipment:
– Container cranes: 40-ton capacity (post-Panamax)
– Bulk loaders: 2,000 ton/hour capacity
– Heavy lift capability: 500-ton floating crane available
2. Compliance Requirements
2.1 Document Compliance
– Vessel certificates (original copies required):
– IOPP Certificate (valid within 5 years)
– Safety Construction Certificate (annual inspection)
– China-flagged vessels: Domestic Ship Safety Certificate (issued by CCS)
– International Tonnage Certificate (1969)
– Crew documents:
– STCW certificates with Chinese visa (for foreign crew)
– Medical fitness certificates (valid ≤2 years per MLC 2006)
– Port-specific training certificates for hazardous operations
– Cargo documentation:
– Verified gross mass (VGM) declaration per SOLAS VI/2
– Dangerous goods manifest must list UN numbers and EMS codes
– Special stowage requirements declaration for oversized cargo
2.2 Safety Equipment
– Life-saving appliances:
– SOLAS-compliant lifeboats (min. capacity 125% of crew)
– Immersion suits for all crew (tested annually per MSC.81(70))
– EPIRBs must be registered with Chinese authorities for vessels in Chinese waters
– Firefighting systems:
– CO2 systems: Annual inspection + 10-year hydrostatic test
– Fire pumps: Minimum capacity 120 m³/h for vessels >10,000 GT
– International shore connection available at all berths (ISO 7065 standard)
– Navigation aids:
– AIS Class A required for vessels >300 GT
– ECDIS (with updated ENCs) mandatory for passenger ships and tankers
– Radar reflector required for vessels <50m in length
2.3 Environmental Compliance
– Ballast water:
– D-2 standard required per China MEP Order No. 38 (2018)
– Exchange prohibited within 50nm of coastline
– Sampling points must be accessible for port inspections
– Emissions control:
– 0.1% sulfur cap in Yangtze River ECA (per MOT Notice No. 2018-15)
– Shore power connection mandatory for berths >3 hours (GB/T 51305-2018)
– Continuous emissions monitoring for vessels >5,000 GT
– Waste management:
– Garbage record book must use Chinese/English bilingual version
– Medical waste requires special disposal containers (yellow, marked with biohazard symbol)
2.4 Crew Welfare Requirements
– Accommodation standards:
– Minimum 3.5m² per person in sleeping rooms (per MLC 2006)
– Potable water testing every 6 months (GB 5749-2006 standard)
– Working hours:
– Maximum 14 hours in any 24-hour period
– Minimum 10 hours rest in any 24-hour period
– Medical facilities:
– Ship’s hospital must meet MSA Medical Equipment Standards (2017)
– Mandatory first aid kits at all working areas (ISO 23648 compliant)
3. Enforcement Measures
3.1 Inspection Regime
– Priority inspection criteria (per Tokyo MoU 2023):
– Vessels with 3+ deficiencies in last PSC inspection
– Bulk carriers >12 years or tankers >10 years
– Overdue safety equipment surveys (>3 months)
– Vessels with previous blacklist records
– Inspection focus areas:
– Structural integrity (especially for vessels >15 years)
– Emergency generator auto-start function
– Bridge resource management records
– Cargo securing arrangements (especially for containers)
– Special inspections:
– 100% hold inspection for grain carriers
– Tank cleanliness verification for chemical tankers
– Gas detection tests before entering enclosed spaces
3.2 Penalties
– Legal basis: China Maritime Code Article 207 and Regulation on Penalties for Maritime Safety Violations (2020)
– Fine tiers:
– Level 1 (minor): CNY 5,000-20,000 (e.g., improper garbage recording)
– Level 2 (serious): CNY 30,000-100,000 (e.g., unauthorized hazardous cargo)
– Level 3 (critical): Vessel detention + CNY 100,000-300,000 (e.g., falsified oil record book)
– Blacklist mechanism:
– 3 violations in 12 months → 6-month port entry ban
– Serious pollution incidents → permanent ban for responsible vessels
– Criminal liabilities:
– Intentional pollution may lead to criminal charges under Environmental Protection Law Article 69
– Falsification of safety records punishable by up to 3 years imprisonment
4. Emergency Procedures
4.1 Pollution Response
– Reporting protocol:
– Immediate call to Yangzhou MSA (VHF Ch.16/06)
– Follow-up written report within 1 hour (per MARPOL Article 8)
– Mandatory oil spill trajectory modeling for spills >10 tons
– Spill thresholds:
– Oil: Report if >1 ton or sheen visible
– Chemicals: Any measurable release (per IBC Code)
– Special reporting for persistent floating substances
– Equipment standards:
– Oil booms: Minimum height 1.2m, 200% spill containment capacity
– Skimmers: Minimum recovery rate 10 m³/h for Tier 1 response
– Dispersant use requires prior MSA approval
4.2 Medical Emergencies
– Port clinic:
– Location: 32°23’15″N 119°26’18″E (Gate 3)
– Capabilities: Trauma care, chemical decontamination, hyperbaric chamber
– 24/7 pharmacy with antidotes for common maritime toxins
– Medevac options:
– Helicopter: Jiangsu SAR Center (max payload 2,000kg)
– Ambulance: 15-minute response time to all berths
– Designated hospital: Yangzhou University Hospital (32°24’30″N 119°25’45″E)
– Infectious disease control:
– Mandatory fever screening for all disembarking crew
– Isolation rooms available at quarantine station
4.3 Firefighting
– Port fire brigade:
– 2 fireboats (capacity 5,000 m³/h foam)
– 24/7 standby at Central Fire Station (32°24’00″N 119°25’30″E)
– Specialized HAZMAT team for chemical fires
– Ship-shore coordination:
– Unified command under MSA for incidents >Tier 1 (per GB 50160-2008)
– Pre-fire plans required for vessels carrying dangerous goods
– Water curtain systems mandatory for LNG carrier operations
4.4 Search and Rescue
– SAR organization:
– Yangzhou Maritime Search and Rescue Center (24/7 operation)
– Coordination with Jiangsu Provincial SAR Center
– Equipment:
– 2 dedicated SAR vessels (max speed 30 knots)
– Night vision equipment and thermal imaging available
– Procedures:
– Man overboard: Immediate notification + marker buoy deployment
– Abandon ship: Must be coordinated with SAR center
– Mass rescue operations: Pre-designated assembly areas
5. Operational References
5.1 Tidal Information
– Datum: Huanghai 85 (2.3m below MSL)
– Extreme tides:
– Highest recorded: 4.1m (Typhoon Lekima, 2019)
– Lowest recorded: 0.5m (drought conditions)
– Maximum predicted tide: 3.8m (per 100-year model)
– Currents:
– Max flood tide: 2.8 knots at 32°20’N 119°24’E
– Max ebb tide: 3.2 knots near turning basin
– Eddy currents observed at 32°23’N 119°26’E during spring tides
5.2 Pilotage
– Compulsory areas:
– All vessels >10,000 GT or LOA >110m
– LNG carriers regardless of size
– Vessels with dangerous goods in bulk
– Pilot transfer:
– Daytime only for vessels with freeboard >9m
– Night transfers require illuminated ladder (min. 100 lux)
– Helicopter transfer available for vessels >50,000 DWT
– Pilot boarding points:
– South Anchorage: 32°24’30″N 119°27’00″E (primary)
– North Approach: 32°26’00″N 119°25’30″E (alternate)
– Emergency boarding at inner anchorage during poor visibility
5.3 Port Services
– Tug availability:
– 6 ASD tugs (50-80 tons bollard pull)
– Minimum 2 tugs required for vessels >20,000 DWT
– 4 tugs mandatory for vessels >50,000 DWT
– Bunkering:
– Low-sulfur fuel (0.1%) available at Berths 12 & 15
– Sampling and testing per ISO 8217:2017
– Mass flow meters required for bunker transfers >100 tons
– Provisions:
– Fresh water supply: 100 ton/hour capacity
– Food provisions inspection by quarantine authorities
– Cashless payment system available for all port services
5.4 Meteorological Services
– Weather monitoring:
– Real-time updates every 30 minutes during typhoon season
– Wind speed warnings issued for gusts >15m/s
– Visibility warnings issued when <1,000m
– Typhoon procedures:
– Stage 1 alert (48h forecast): Secure loose equipment
– Stage 2 alert (24h forecast): Cease cargo operations
– Stage 3 alert (12h forecast): Vessels must leave berths
– Ice conditions:
– Rare occurrence, but anti-icing measures required when temperature <-5°C
– Special fender protection for vessels during cold snaps
5.5 Port Communication
– Primary contact points:
– Port Control: VHF Ch.06 (English/Chinese)
– MSA Office: Dedicated email through Port Community System
– Emergency numbers:
– Medical emergency: Port internal code 120
– Fire: Port internal code 119
– Security: Port internal code 110
– Language requirements:
– All official documents must have Chinese or bilingual versions
– English-speaking agents available at all terminals
6. Technical Standards and Certifications
6.1 Vessel Certification Requirements
– Classification society recognition:
– CCS (China Classification Society) mandatory for China-flagged vessels
– IACS members accepted for foreign vessels with valid RO certificates
– Special surveys:
– ESP (Enhanced Survey Program) for bulk carriers >10 years
– CAP (Condition Assessment Program) for single hull tankers
– Load line certification:
– Yangtze River specific load lines marked “Y” (per MSA Notice 2018-12)
6.2 Cargo Handling Equipment
– Container handling:
– Spreaders must have valid LOLER certificates
– Annual load testing at 125% SWL required
– Bulk handling:
– Dust suppression systems mandatory for coal/ore terminals
– Conveyor belts must have fire detection systems
7. Special Operations
7.1 Heavy Lift Operations
– Pre-operation meeting required for lifts >100 tons
– Wind speed limitations:
– 15 m/s for conventional lifts
– 10 m/s for oversized/heavy lifts
– Mandatory NOTAM issuance for lifts exceeding crane jib height
7.2 Night Navigation
– Additional requirements:
– Dual radar operation for entry/exit during darkness
– 50% increased under-keel clearance
– Tug escort mandatory for vessels >150m LOA
8. Port Charges and Fees
– Tonnage dues calculated per MOT Order No. 2019-3
– Discounts available for:
– Green ships (ESI >30)
– Regular callers (>12 calls/year)
– Electronic payment preferred (Alipay/WeChat Pay accepted)
9. Training Requirements
– Port-specific training modules required for:
– Hazardous material handlers
– Mooring masters
– Bunker surveyors
– Refresher courses every 2 years for port workers
10. Digital Compliance
– Mandatory electronic submissions via:
– China Maritime Single Window
– Port Community System
– Data requirements:
– AIS data archived for 3 months
– Cargo manifests stored for 5 years
