An-Ping

Size limits

LOA 226.27m, beam 49m, draught 10.0m, 61,908DWT.

Water density

1021-1023.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

MHWS 1.5m, MHWN 1.1m, MLWS 0.7m and MLWN 0.4m.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

The width of the main channel is 180m. There are no navigation buoys but there are 3 leading lights on both sides. The depth of the navigation channel is 11.5m, with depths on berths from 7.5-11.0m.

Traffic schemes and VTS

VTS is in operation and vessels should report to the Control Tower 2 hours prior to arrival.

Anchorages

The Anchorage Area No 1 is within a radius of 1nm from An-Pin Signal Station (22°58.0'N 120°08.9'E). The depth in the anchorage area is 15.0m. The roadstead is sheltered from the prevailing winds of the NE monsoon during the winter, but it is exposed to SW winds which predominate during the summer and at times becomes untenable.

Tugs

6 x 1,800hp and 8 x 3,200hp tugs are available from the Kaohsing Harbour Bureau through agent. Each tug has fire protection facilities.

Charts and publications

BA 2409. Admiralty Pilot NP32, NP286(4).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

ETA to be advised 24 hours prior to arrival. The ETA message should include the draught, quantity of cargo and stowage list. When within 15nm of the harbour, contact the Harbour Authority on VHF Ch 16, 12 and 14.

Communications

VHF: Port Control: Ch 16, 12, call An-Ping Port Radio, throughout 24 hours, Tel: +886 6 262 7449, Fax: +886 6 262 0172.

Port Authority: Tel: +886 6 292 5756 or +886 6 261 4404, Fax: +886 6 265 3064, email: [email protected].

An-Ping Pilots: Ch 16, 13. Pilots Association Tel: +886 913 762899.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered as soon as vessel has arrived/anchored. Tender NOR with Master's arrival declaration cable.

Health

Pratique should be applied for between 4 and 72 hours prior to arrival. Ship Sanitation Control or Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

Immigration: Officials will board the vessel at berth.

Repairs

Repairs are available for vessels under 150GT with GRP material.

Bunkers, water and stores

Water: Available, min 50t.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Medical, dental and eye facilities are available within approx 30-60 minutes driving distance from the port.

Crew change

Crew change is possible but PRC crew is restricted.

Transport

Nearest airport: Tainan Domestic Airport, 10km. Kaohsiung International Airport, 50km.

Nearest railway station: Taiwan Railway Corp, 10km.

Where it is

The port of An-Ping is on the SW coast of Chinese Taipei, approx 22nm N of Kaohsiung.

The port

An-Ping, an affiliated harbour to Kaohsiung, is a multipurpose commercial and fishing port. The main cargoes handled include construction, chemical, plastics, steel products, containers and passengers. The port is expected to become a transhipment centre in the near future.

Traffic

Approx 1,500,000t of cargo 1,700 vessels and 14,000 passengers handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at An-Ping?

Pilotage is compulsory for vessels over 500GT.

What time zone is An-Ping in?

Local time at An-Ping is UTC+8. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at An-Ping?

The deepest berth listed is at Anping Port: 10.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at An-Ping?

1021-1023.

Which load line zone is An-Ping in?

Summer.

What is the UN/LOCODE of An-Ping?

The UN/LOCODE of An-Ping is TWAPG.

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