1. Port Rules and Regulations
1.1 General Provisions
– Primary governing laws:
• Maritime Traffic Safety Law of China (2021 Amendment, effective Sept 1, 2021)
• Port Law of China (2018 Amendment, effective March 1, 2018)
• Regulations on Foreign-Crewed Ships (State Council Decree No.732, 2020)
– Yingkou-specific regulations:
• Yingkou Port Entry/Exit Regulations (2022 Edition)
• Bohai Sea Ice Navigation Rules (Liaoning MSA Notice [2021] No.8)
• Yingkou Port Security Plan (MSA-approved 2023 version)
1.2 Navigation Rules
– VHF protocols:
• Ch 16 continuous monitoring (SOLAS V/Reg.12)
• Ch 08 for port operations (Yingkou VTS Circular 2023-04)
• Ch 12 icebreaker coordination
– Speed restrictions:
• Inner harbor: ≤8 knots
• Approach channels: ≤12 knots
• Ice zones (Dec 1-Mar 15): ≤6 knots
– Special conditions:
• Ice escort mandatory when:
– Vessels <20,000 DWT AND
– Ice thickness >15cm
• Fog restrictions:
– <1,000m visibility requires VTS clearance
– <500m visibility prohibits movements
1.3 Berthing Regulations
– Mooring standards:
• ≥4-point for >10,000 DWT (YPTS-2020)
• Tension monitoring for >50,000 DWT
• Ice-resistant moorings Nov-Mar
– Safety equipment:
• Gangway nets for >1.5m freeboard
• Anti-slip materials below 0°C
• Emergency lighting at all berths
1.4 Cargo Operations
– Dangerous goods:
• Class 1 explosives: Pre-approval (DG-Form 7)
• IMDG Code strict enforcement
– Bulk cargo:
• Coal: ≤10,000 MT/day loading
• Minerals: Moisture certification
– Container operations:
• Verified Gross Mass (VGM) required
• Lashing standards per CSS Code
2. Compliance Requirements
2.1 Document Compliance
– Mandatory certificates:
• IOPP/ISM/ISPS/IAPP
• Ice Class (if applicable)
• Cargo Securing Manual
– Pre-arrival submissions (24h):
• ETA (±1h accuracy)
• Cargo manifest (HS codes)
• Crew list (with medical info)
2.2 Safety Equipment
– Seasonal requirements:
• Ice kits (Nov-Mar):
– Deck insulation
– Emergency heaters
– Ice removal tools
– Lifesaving appliances:
• 100% operational status
• Extra immersion suits in winter
• Monthly drills documented
2.3 Environmental Compliance
– Emissions control:
• 0.1% sulfur in ECAs
• Shore power for >3,000 GT (2025)
– Waste management:
• Zero discharge policy
• Oil record book audits
• Garbage log inspections
3. Enforcement Measures
3.1 Inspection Regime
– PSC focus areas:
• Fire safety systems
• Pollution prevention
• Emergency preparedness
– Inspection frequency:
• 100% for >15yr vessels
• 30% random others
3.2 Penalties
– Fine structure (RMB):
• Navigation: 10,000-100,000
• Pollution: 20,000-200,000
• False docs: 50,000-500,000
– Detention criteria:
• 3+ deficiencies OR
• 1 major deficiency
4. Emergency Procedures
4.1 Distress Protocols
– Primary contacts:
• VHF Ch 16/12 (24/7)
• MSA SAR Center +86-411-8263-XXXX
– Mandatory reports:
• Oil spills >100m
• Machinery failures
4.2 Ice Emergencies
– Response actions:
• VHF Ch 12 alert
• Activate emergency heat <-20°C
– Reporting thresholds:
• Ice >15cm thick
• Wind chill <-30°C
5. Operational References
5.1 Nautical Information
– Tidal data:
• Max range: 4.3m
• Chart datum: 2.1m below MSL
– Pilotage:
• Compulsory for:
– >10,000 GT
– >100m LOA
– All LNG carriers
• Boarding positions:
– Main port: 40°40’N 122°15’E
– Bayuquan: 40°18’N 122°06’E
5.2 Port Services
– Tug requirements:
• 1 tug (10,000-50,000 DWT)
• 2 tugs (>50,000 DWT)
– Bunkering:
• Licensed providers only
• Real-time sulfur monitoring
