Banjarmasin

1. Banjarmasin pilot boarding place Pilot boards03°40.0′S 114°28.4′E

Size limits

LOA 155m, beam 28m, draught 6.3m, 12,696DWT.

Water density

1000 on the river berths, to 1020-1025 in the outer anchorage.

Load line zone

Tropical.

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

Approach

Note: Barito Estuary Channel is a newly made channel, shorter than the existing channel and, because of its narrowness, tug boats and barges are not allowed to overtake other vessels. The old channel is now silted up.

Sungai Barito may be approached from between SW and S then entered through a dredged channel over the bar, on the alignment of leading lights, into the river.

To reach the port, vessels have to navigate the Barito River, passing the outer bar which is approx 6nm in length, with a least dredged depth of 5.0m. The Port Authority should be consulted to ensure that there is adequate depth over the bar at HW before entering and leaving.

From a navigational point of view the Barito River (21nm from the outer buoy to Trisakti Wharf) presents no difficulties, provided the outer bar is properly marked. In this respect the situation is not always satisfactory as the three buoys often drift off station.

Directions for the approach to Sungai Barito: From the pilot boarding position, steer to pass close to the outer lightbuoy (red and white stripes; Fl W 5s), moored 9nm SSW of Tanjung Pedadatua and cross the bar on the alignment of the leading light beacons, bearing approx 028.5°.

Caution: A tongue of coastal mud bank extends S from the W entrance point towards the channel to a position near Nos 5 and 6 Lightbuoys; the Old Bar Lighthouse stands on this tongue, 2.25nm SSW of Tanjung Pedadatua (03°31'S 114°28'E); a beacon (port hand) stands 0.65nm E of the lighthouse and similar beacons extend SSW and parallel with the entrance channel.

The track then leads N to Tanjung Telan (03°27'S 114°30'E) from which a light (red beacon, height 6m) is exhibited.

From Tanjung Telan to Trisaki, 8.0nm further up river, the chart is the best guide. The track passes between the W bank of the river and Palau Kaget (03°25'S 114°30'E), the largest of the group of mid channel islands with another island close S of it.

Caution: Fish stakes may be encountered on the E side of the channel; a dangerous wreck lies 0.2nm W off Trisakti Wharf.

Terusan Bromo, a short canal 500m in length and 200m wide with a least depth of 4.0m, is entered nearly 1.25nm NE of the entrance to Sungai Martapura (03°21'S 114°32'E). The canal links Sungai Barito with Sungai Martapura further upstream thereby avoiding several sharp bends in the reaches of the latter.

Anchorages

All vessels are required to inform the time and position of anchoring via VHF Ch 12.

Arrival anchorage area: Situated SW of Fairway Lightbuoy (03°40'S 114°26'E). The recommended position lies 0.5nm SW of the buoy, in depths of between 7.0 to 11.0m, mud and sand, where vessels may await HW before crossing the bar. The holding ground, however, is not good.

Restrictions

Vessels up to 200m in length and 6.0m draught can enter on HW and berth at Trisakti. Tankers enter during daylight hours only.

For Sungai Martapura, vessels of up to 85m can proceed to the old port.

Underwater Cables: 8m depth, East and West of Kembang Island. Cables, 36m height, are also located in this area.

Wreck: In position 03°35.46'S 114°29.06''E.

Tugs

Two tugs are available, not compulsory.

Mooring

PPSA is a service system used by Banjarmasin Port which controls all estimated times for vessel mooring according to a Vessel Services Request and Loading/Unloading Goods (PPKB) forms supplied by the Agent. The PPSA will then inform the Agent of an estimated time of mooring for the vessel one day before arrival.

Charts and publications

BA 3015, 3029, 2794. Admiralty Pilot NP34, NP286(4).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Should be advised to Agent at 10, 3, 2 and 1 day prior to arrival. In addition to date and time of arrival the Master should also advise the estimated draught on arrival.

Communications

It is recommended to use Jakarta Radio for passing messages at long range, Callsign "PKX". Working hours are 0001-0400hrs UTC on 8542kHz and 0001-1200hrs UTC on 8752kHz. Inmarsat communication is possible.

Health

Free pratique is granted on arrival.

Ship Sanitation Control Certificates and Exemption Certificates can be renewed at the major ports.

Vessels which arrive in quarantine must anchor at the entrance to Sungai Martapura and await instructions.

Customs and immigration

Immigration: All crew members must have a valid travel document.

Customs: After mooring for no longer than 12 hours, Customs and Immigration Officers will inspect vessel cargo and crew documentation, including visas and passports.

Notices and regulations

All vessels should have Radar, Steering Wheel Indicator and Gyro with repeater.

Any engine malfunctions or equipment failures which may affect a vessel's steering and speed, should immediately be reported to the Harbour Master and any surrounding vessels informed by VHF radio.

Port State Control here: Tokyo MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Directorate of Marine Safety and Seafarers, Directorate General of Sea Communications.

Position: Director

Address: Karya Building, 12th Floor, JI Merdeka Barat 8, Jakarta Pusat 10110, Indonesia.

Tel: +62 21 350 5705.

Fax: +62 21 350 5705.

Mob: +62 811 960640.

Email: [email protected]

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

ISPS compliance: The US Coast Guard has determined (12/2012) that the Republic of Indonesia is now maintaining effective anti-terrorism measures in their ports. The Republic of Indonesia is removed from the list of the Countries Affected in paragraph B of the Port Security Advisory. Therefore, actions required in paragraphs C and D of this Port Security Advisory are no longer required for vessels that arrive in the United States after visiting ports in the Republic of Indonesia.

In a further effort to combat piracy, the Indonesian Government are allocating Piracy Anchor Safe Zones within some of their ports. These will be patrolled by the Indonesian Marine Police. Individual Port Authorities should be contacted about the latest information concerning these.

Repairs

Limited repairs available. A private slipway, handling up to 500DWT.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available by pipeline at Trisakti Terminal and Martapura Baru Terminal. Water tank cars are also used by the port.

Bunkering: Available.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: TPT Hospital Dr. R. Soeharsono (1km).

Transport

Nearest Airport: Syamsudin Noor International Airport (25km).

Working hours

Normally Mon-Fri 0800-1600hrs but the port can work 24hours if required.

Where it is

Banjarmasin is situated on the S coast of Borneo, approx 16nm from the Barito River.

The port

Banjarmasin, the capital of South Kalimantan, Indonesia, is a significant economic and cultural hub known for its extensive river networks and vibrant floating markets. The main export commodities handled at Trisakti are logs, rubber and rattan, main imports are spare parts and chemicals.

Where does the pilot board at Banjarmasin?

The pilot boards at Banjarmasin pilot boarding place, 03°40.0′S 114°28.4′E.

What time zone is Banjarmasin in?

Local time at Banjarmasin is UTC+8. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Banjarmasin?

The deepest berth listed is at Gresik Portland Cement Terminal: 6.30 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Banjarmasin?

1000 on the river berths, to 1020-1025 in the outer anchorage.

Which load line zone is Banjarmasin in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Banjarmasin?

Port State Control at Banjarmasin: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Banjarmasin?

The UN/LOCODE of Banjarmasin is IDBDJ.

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