Broome

1. Broome boarding (Outer) Pilot boards17°58.1′S 122°05.3′E
2. Broome boarding Pilot boards18°00.7′S 122°11.6′E

Size limits

LOA 294m, beam 35.01m, draught 9.1m, 51,486DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

South Indian Ocean Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical May 1 to Nov 30, Summer Dec 1 to Apr 30.

Tides

Range 9.5m, strong tidal streams are experienced across the entrance channel and in the vicinity of the berth.

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

Approach

The harbour is approached and entered west side of Channel Rock (18°01.0'S 122°13.0'E). The least depths in the approach channel are 5.4m ESE of Channel Rock and 11.3m SSW of Channel Rock.

Port limits

The port limits are all that portion of water bounded by lines starting from the HW mark for Roebuck Bay at the southern extremity of Fall Point and extending S to an E-W line situated 3nm S from the southern extremity of Entrance Point. Then W to a N-S line situated 3nm W from the southern extremity of Entrance Point; then N to a point situated W of the summit of Station Hill; then E to the HW mark of the Indian Ocean and then generally SE'ly along that mark and generally NE'ly, generally NW'ly again, generally NE'ly and generally E'ly along the HW mark of Roebuck Bay to the starting point and including all the waters of Dampier Creek. Port limits are clearly marked on Chart AUS 50.

Anchorages

Waiting Anchorage: 4.5nm W of Gantheaume Point (17°59.00'S 122°11.00'E) in the vicinity of the pilot boarding area. Holding ground is good and but anchorage is exposed.

Gantheaume Bay: During E winds anchorage in smooth water with good shelter can be found about 2nm N of Gantheaume Point. Caution: Whale Rock (17°58.00'S 122°11.00'E) the outermost of several rocky patches which dry and swirl rock, usually marked by tide rips, lie 0.8nm and 0.5nm NW respectively of Gantheaume Point and on the S side of the anchorage.

Roebuck Deep: Anchorage according to draught can be found in Roebuck Deep, the holding ground is reported to be satisfactory.

South of Middle Ground: Anchorage berth lies about 3.5nm ESE of Entrance Point (18°00.00'S 122°12.00'E) in depths of 15.0 - 16.0m.

Anchorage is prohibited within the channel entrance and wharf area.

Tugs

The port is serviced by one tug "Fitzroy Star", 25t bollard pull ASD. Operated by Broome Marine and Tug, Tel: +61 417 926282. The tug will provide its own line when connecting. The pilot boat "Kestrel" is used as a line boat when required.

Mooring

Depending on wind and tides, a tug may be required for berthing or sailing. Vessels berth at most states of the tide dependent upon size. Vessels greater than LOA 170m and draught 8.0m will normally berth at about the time of HW. A line launch and mooring gangs are available.

All moorings are privately owned and it is an offence under the Port Authorities Regulations 2001 to use a mooring without the permission of the Broome Port Authority (BrPA). Visitors are advised to contact BrPA on +61 08 9194 3100 in advance for a list of available moorings for hire.

Charts and publications

AUS326. Admiralty NP13, NP286(4).

Communications

Harbour Control: Tel: +61 8 9194 3100.

VHF: Port: Ch 16, 14, 12: Callsign "Port of Broome", operates continuously.

Pilots: Email: [email protected].

The port has AIS system in use.

Call:Broome Pilots

VHF Frequency: Ch 16, 06, 12, 14 (Ch 14 will be usedin the event of atmospheric interference from Port Hedland).

Call: +61 (0)8 91921304

Fax: +61 (0)8 91921778

EMail: [email protected]

Standard messages

Note: To be lodged at Customs Marine Centre, with a copy of the Crew List, 72 hours prior to the vessel's arrival.

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Health

The port of Broome is a first port of entry, radio pratique may be available.

Customs and immigration

Customs inspect and clear vessels arriving from and bound for overseas ports. Customs must be notified at least 48 hours prior to arrival and departure.

Contact: Customs House, Broome, Tel: +61 8 9193 6999, Fax: +61 8 9193 6960.

Quarantine is compulsory on all livestock and overseas vessels.

Port State Control here: Tokyo MOU, Indian Ocean 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: Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government.

Contact person: The Secretary.

Address: GPO Box 594, Canberra ACT 2601 Australia.

Tel: +61 2 6274 7114.

Fax: +61 2 6274 7994.

Mob: +61 0417 273 185.

24 hour contact: Office of Transport Security Operations Centre.

Tel: +61 2 6274 8187.

Fax: +61 2 6274 6089.

Email: [email protected]

ISPS Compliance: ISPS compliance is 100% for Australian ports, Australian port facilities and Australian flagged ships.

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

Repairs

Limited repair facilities are available as arranged by ship's agents.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available at a rate of 50tph to 120tph.

Bunkering: Diesel fuel is available at the jetty at a rate of approx 80tph and lub oil is available only in drums.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Broome Hospital (5km).

Transport

Nearest airport: Broome International Airport (5.6km).

Working hours

Work is carried out throughout 24 hours with fees and charges shown at http://www.broomeport.com.

Where it is

The Port of Broome is situated in North Australia on the shores of the Timor Sea within Australia.

The port

Port of Broome provides services to vessels engaged in the pearling, fishing and charter boat industries, as well as accommodating cruise ships, naval and customs vessels. The port generates the majority of its annual income from activities related to the offshore oil and gas industry, cattle export, petroleum, and handling general cargo.

Traffic

Approx 1,100,000t of cargo and 1,200 vessels handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Broome?

The pilot boards at Broome boarding (Outer), 17°58.1′S 122°05.3′E. Broome has 2 pilot boarding places.

What time zone is Broome in?

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

What is the maximum draft at Broome?

The deepest berth listed is at Broome Terminal: 9.10 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Broome?

1025.

Which load line zone is Broome in?

South Indian Ocean Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical May 1 to Nov 30, Summer Dec 1 to Apr 30.

Who carries out Port State Control at Broome?

Port State Control at Broome: Tokyo MOU, Indian Ocean MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Broome?

The UN/LOCODE of Broome is AUBME.

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