Berdyansk

Size limits

LOA 205m, beam 25.60m, draught 7.9m, 26,264DWT.

Water density

1006-1008.

Load line zone

Summer Zone, Seasonal winter (Winter Dec 1 to Feb 28/29, Summer Mar 1 to Nov 30) for all vessels.

Ice Class Certificate and main engine power of not less than 5,000hp are advisable for vessels during winter navigation.

Tides

The water level is dependent on the wind direction. Prolonged NE and N winds lower the water level in the bay and S and SW winds raise it. The maximum fall in level is 0.5m and the maximum rise is 1.0m.

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

Approach

Port of Berdyansk outer road is approached by recommended routes Nos 55 and 56 and then by a buoyed entrance channel. Route No 55 is for the use of vessels with a draught of 6.0m or more. Route No 56 is for vessels with less than 6.0m draught. Traffic in the approach channel is one-way. Vessels departing the port have precedence over those entering the approach channel from the sea.

Caution: Due to silting in the port and its entrance channel, depths may be less than charted.

Port limits

The port area consists of the outer roadstead, approach channel and Berdyansk Harbour.

Traffic schemes and VTS

A Traffic Separation zone leads to the approaches.

Anchorages

Anchorage is available for vessels of 6.0m draught or greater in the outer roads on both sides of the approach channel near Lightbuoy No 2 (46°36.7'N 036°36.0'E). For vessels of lesser draught the outer roads on both sides of the approach channel near Lightbuoy No 10 (46°40.0'N 036°40.1'E). Anchorage in the Eastern and Western basins is prohibited.

The outer roads are well protected from N'ly winds, but S and SW'ly winds can give rise to adverse conditions. During times of strong SW'ly swell, ships in the outer roads can be prone to heavy pitching and rolling. It is advisable to pay out plenty of cable on both anchors. Holding ground is shell and mud.

Restrictions

At least 0.3m under keel clearance at LW. Max speed 6kts. Movement prohibited in restricted visibility. Vessels of 170m in length are handled in daylight only; otherwise no restrictions. Traffic in the entrance channel is one-way only with vessels leaving the port having precedence over those arriving.

Tugs

Compulsory during berthing and unberthing and during shifting alongside the pier over a distance more than 50m. Vessels of 1,500GT and greater must be moored using at least 2 tugs. Vessel's lines usually used. There are 3 tugs available, with a capacity of 1,200-1,600hp.

Charts and publications

BA 3302, 2214. Admiralty Pilot NP24, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

ETA should be advised immediately after passing Kerch Strait, or if the vessel is in the Sea of Azov, not later than 1 hour after departure from previous port. Master should contact the Operator or Harbour Master with ETA at Buoy 2, port side of the approach channel.

Health

All members of the crew must have sanitary (yellow) book indicating vaccinations, etc.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Ministry of Transport of Ukraine, State Department of Maritime and Inland Water Transport.

Position: Director.

Address: 14 Peremogy Ave, Kiev, 01135, Ukraine.

Tel: +38 044 461 5198

Fax: +38 044 461 5318

Email: [email protected]

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

Repairs

Only minor hull and machinery repairs available.

Dry docks

Not available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available, however ordering in advance is advisable.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Berdyansk hospital, 950m.

Crew change

Possible.

Transport

Nearest airport: Berdyansk Airport, 8.5km.

Nearest railway: Zaliznychnyy Vokzal Berdyans'k, 2.0km.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Berdyansk is situated in the NE of Sea of Azov, a bay on the N coast of Azovskoye.

The port

Inner roads and port facilities are protected from the S and SE winds by a mole and a breakwater. The harbour has 2 basins the Western and the Eastern basins, with 9 berths which handle different kinds of cargo, scrap metal and metal products, mainly for export. Other types of cargo include; ore, coal, chemical and mineral building goods, grain, food oil and light oil. Also a special oil transfer complex. Open all year round, with help from ice-breakers for 2 months in winter.

Traffic

Approx 2,400,000t of cargo handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Berdyansk?

Compulsory. Two hours notice is required by pilots.

What time zone is Berdyansk in?

Local time at Berdyansk is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Berdyansk?

The deepest berth listed is at Berdyansk Port: 7.90 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Berdyansk?

1006-1008.

Which load line zone is Berdyansk in?

Summer Zone, Seasonal winter (Winter Dec 1 to Feb 28/29, Summer Mar 1 to Nov 30) for all vessels.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Berdyansk?

The UN/LOCODE of Berdyansk is UAERD.

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