Bandirma

1. Bandırma – kılavuz kaptan alma ve bırakma yeri 1 Pilot boards40°22.0′N 027°57.2′E
2. Bandırma – kılavuz kaptan alma ve bırakma yeri 2 Pilot boards40°23.4′N 027°56.0′E

Size limits

LOA 229m, draught 10.5m.

Water density

1018.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Range 0.3-0.4m.

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

Approach

The outer harbour may be approached from seaward through waters clear of charted dangers. The inner harbour is entered between the heads of the main and auxiliary moles. Lights (concrete towers, 8m in height) stand at the head of each mole.

Port limits

The harbour area consists of all waters lying within a line joining Ense Burnu (40°24'N 027°54'E), 4nm NW of the town and Yali Burnu, 4nm ESE. The inner harbour consists of all waters that lie within a line joining the heads of the 2 moles.

Anchorages

Outer anchorage: Is obtainable in the outer harbour except in the area off the inner harbour entrance that is bounded by lines drawn 008° from the Main Mole Head Light and 337° from the Auxiliary Mole Head Light respectively.

Anchoring in the inner harbour is only permitted with the permission of the Harbour Authority.

Restrictions

Vessels carrying explosives, flammable and similar dangerous materials cannot enter the inner harbour. However fuel supply vessels of small tonnage may enter the inner harbour to refuel vessels.

Tugs

Are not necessary for vessels up to 500GT, one tug compulsory for the vessels of more than 500GT, two tugs compulsory for vessels of more than 3,000GT.

There are 3 tugs available, up to 2,500hp. Towage is provided by the Port Administration throughout 24 hours.

Charts and publications

BA1006, 8208. Admiralty Pilot NP24, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Notify ETA 48 hours for tourist ships and 24 hours for all other vessels prior to arrival. ETA should be sent to the Harbour Authorities stating nationality, cargo onboard and last port of call.

Communications

VHF: Port: Ch 16, 12, 13 and 14.

Notice of readiness

Notice of Readiness will be received by Loading Master or receivers of cargoes. It should be tendered at the time of pilot boarding, anchoring or arrival points.

Documents

Departure: Vessels are allowed 3 hours alongside after completion of cargo before penalty charges are imposed (only TCDD & TDI ports). (This will be extended if the pilots will not take the vessel out in darkness).

Masters have to obtain the following documents through the agent before departure;

Health

Vessels calling Turkish ports have to obtain free pratique then Custom clearance prior to commencing any operation. No personnel may join or leave the ship before this inspection is completed. Vessels may be cleared at anchorage or alongside, and sometimes at the straits of Dardanelles and Bosphorus.

Flags

All foreign ships are required to fly Turkish flag during their stay in Turkish ports or anchorages and also when passing through the Turkish Straits (Dardanelles and Bosphorus)

Notices and regulations

Anchorage in the inner harbour is only permitted with the permission of the Harbour Authority.

Vessels carrying explosives, flammable and similar dangerous materials cannot enter the inner harbour. However, fuel supply vessels of small tonnage may enter the inner harbour to refuel vessels.

Inspection of ships in Turkey

Ministry of Transport, Maritime Affairs and Communications

Hakki Turaylic Caddesi No:5 Emek Cankaya, Ankara

Tel: +90 312 203 10 00

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: General Directorate for Maritime Affairs, Port and Coastal Facilities Department.

Position: Head of Department.

Address: Hakki Turaylic Cad. No:5 Emek / Ankara -Turkey, Postcode: 06338

Tel: +90 312 203 10 00

Fax: +90 312 231 33 06

Website: www.didgm.gov.tr

For further ISPS information see IMO website https://www.imo.org

Repairs

Minor repair facilities are available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available from 48 valves at the rate of 30tph.

Bunkering: Available by road tankers through private suppliers.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Bandirma State Hospital (2.4km).

Transport

Nearest international airport: Istanbul, Ataturk (402km).

Nearest domestic airport: Bursa (159km).

Working hours

Administration, 0800-1730hrs; Operations, throughout 24 hours, worked in 3 shifts, 0800-1630hrs (first shift), 1630-0030hrs (second shift) and 0030-0800hrs (third shift).

Where it is

The port of Bandirma is situated on the S side of the Sea of Marmara.

The port

The port handles bulk cargo, breakbulk cargo, containers, liquid cargo and Ro-Ro vessels.

It is one of the major outlets for exports of Marmara Region.

The port has a modern infrastructure and is protected by two breakwaters, 1,000m and 500m long. The width between the breakwaters is 225m. Separate entry for Bagfas-Iskur Fertilizer Jetty.

Cargoes handled: Ores, marble, grain, canned foods, flour and domestic appliances.

Traffic

Approx 5,000,000t of cargo and 18,581 TEU handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Bandirma?

The pilot boards at Bandırma – kılavuz kaptan alma ve bırakma yeri 1, 40°22.0′N 027°57.2′E. Bandirma has 2 pilot boarding places.

What time zone is Bandirma in?

Local time at Bandirma is UTC+3. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Bandirma?

The deepest berth listed is at Bandirma Terminal: 10.50 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Bandirma?

1018.

Which load line zone is Bandirma in?

Summer.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Bandirma?

The UN/LOCODE of Bandirma is TRBDM.

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