PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Ammassalik
Pilot
updated May 2010Not compulsory but advisable. Unlicensed pilot is available by arrangement with Port Operator.
Key data
updated Apr 2019Size limits
Draught 8.0m.
Tides
Range 3.8m springs, 3.1m neaps.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ammassalik Terminal | — | — | 1 |
| Ammassalik Oil Terminal | — | — | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Jul 2017Approach
The most favourable approach to Ammassalik is usually from S and SW, inside the ice fields which often lie around Kap Dan (65°31.0'N 037°11.0'W) and which may extend more than 20nm SE.
The coast of Ammassalik may be approached from S on a course of approx 030°. At a distance of approx 20nm offshore the entrance to Sermilik can be distinguished by a wide gap in the ice cap, which elsewhere extends in an unbroken line between W and N. Kap Dan should be steered for until Ortunuviaq, a steep granite extremity of a peninsula 718m high, can be identified, when it should be steered for. When about 0.2nm off Ortunuviaq, course should be altered to approx 040° for the middle of the entrance. When abreast a rocky islet lying close off the W entrance point alter course to approx 000° and pass the entrance in mid channel. After passing Solos Pynt, alter course NW and follow the SW shore of the harbour to the settlement.
Anchorages
Contact port officials for permission to anchor.
Mooring
Contact Port Director for further information.
Charts and publications
BA 4112. Admiralty Pilot NP11, NP286(5).
Reporting before arrival
updated May 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
ETA to be advised to port officials 24 hours prior to arrival.
Communications
Radio: VHF: Port Operator and Ammassalik Radio, Ch 16. Call "Ammassalik Havn".
Documents
A Cargo Manifest is required.
Customs and immigration
If there is anything to declare, contact port officials.
Inspections
ISPS
For ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
Port services
updated Jul 2017Repairs
Minor repairs are available.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Bunkering: Limited supplies of marine diesel can be obtained.
Stores: Limited provisions are available.
Medical
Tasiilaq Sygehus, 0.6km.
Crew change
Available.
Transport
Nearest airport: Tasiilaq Heliport, 0.5km. Kulusuk Airport, 25km.
Heliport for connection to Kulusuk Airport.
Working hours
Normally 0700-1600hrs.
About Ammassalik
updated Jul 2017Where it is
Ammassalik, alternatively known as Angmagssalik and Tasiilaq, is situated on the S side of Angmagssalik Island off the E coast of Greenland.
The port
The port handles general cargo, container, passenger and liquid cargo.
Questions about Ammassalik
What are the pilot arrangements at Ammassalik?
Not compulsory but advisable.
What time zone is Ammassalik in?
Local time at Ammassalik is UTC−2. Clocks go to UTC−1 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC−2 on 31 Oct 2027.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Ammassalik?
The UN/LOCODE of Ammassalik is GLAGM.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Ammassalik say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.
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