Bushehr

Size limits

LOA 207.4m, beam 32.26m, draught 10.0m & 53,100DWT.

Water density

1030.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Range 1.3m (springs), 0.3m (neaps). MHWS 1.5m; MHWN 0.9m; MLWN 0.5m; MLWS 0.2m.

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

Approach

From SW depths decrease regularly as the coast is approaches; it is recommended to stay in depths of over 20.0m until making the final approach to the outer anchorage and pilot station. The port is entered through a channel marked by lightbuoys (lateral), leading NE through Knowr-e Deyreh then SE through Knowr-e Soltani.

Note: Aids to navigation in the vicinity of the port are reported to be unreliable. Vessels should navigate with particular caution.

Approach from SE:

Steer a course passing 6.0nm off Ra's-e Halileh, continue NW in depths of not less than 10.0m.

Approach from SW:

Depths decrease as the coast is neared. The mosque at Emamzadeh and the conspicuous house 0.5nm S of it as well as the telegraph buildings near Rishahr Point, will be the first objects sighted, showing white, especially in the afternoon sun.

Approaching from N:

Vessels passing Ra's osh Shatt (29°05'N 050°42'E) should not get into depths of less than 20.0m and should keep in that depth until the outer harbour is reached.

The Fairway Buoy is located in position 28°57.7'N 050°44.2'E.

Approach channels: The approach channels leading first to the inner anchorage and then to the harbour at Bushehr, are marked by leading lights and lightbuoys. The outer channel is 9,200m in length, 150m wide and has a depth of 7.0m, the inner channel is 3,900m in length, 140m wide and has a depth of 8.0m.

From the outer anchorage, 5.5nm SW of the N extremity of Bushehr the Khore-Deyreh Leading Lights, in line bearing 043° lead through the outer dredged channel.

Vessels drawing more than 4.0m must keep strictly on the leading line as shoal depths lie immediately outside the dredged channel.

From the inner anchorage Khowr-e Soltani Directional Light (orange trapezium on tower) 12m in height, which stands 1.5nm SE of the N point of Bushehr, leads through the inner dredged channel when kept on a bearing of 143°, in its white sector ahead.

Dredging: It is reported that the access channel and the port depth have been increased to just under 11.0m. A new turning basin has been dredged to 400m in diameter with a 10.0m depth. The harbour authorities should be consulted for the latest information.

Caution: It should be noted that a turn of 100° must be made at the junction of the outer and inner dredged channels; although the entrance to the inner channel has been widened to a width of 140m to facilitate the turn, great care must be taken; a vessel should pass close S of No 14 Lightbuoy, moored 200m WSW of Khowr-e Deyrwh Front Light structure and then follow the directions given above.

Port limits

The port limits are bounded by the parallel of 28°59.0'N and the meridian of 050°50.0'E.

Traffic schemes and VTS

Not available.

Anchorages

Outer anchorage: 28°58.6'N 050°43.2'E, depth 13.0m;

Inner anchorage: 29°1.5'N 050°48'E, depth 5.0m.

A stranded wreck, marked by a lightbuoy (pillar, W cardinal) lies 1.0nm S of the entrance to the dredged channel. An obstruction consisting of a large boiler lies, 0.6nm N of the channel entrance.

Restrictions

Only restriction is the depth along the narrow channels.

Tugs

Ten tugs are available.

Mooring

Two workboats/mooring boats (Darab & Ehsan) are available.

Charts and publications

BA 27. Admiralty Pilot NP63, NP286(8).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

ETA should be advised at least 48 hours prior to arrival, 2 hours prior to arrival at the anchorage, 3 hours is required to arrange pilot and tugs. To minimise delays, masters should also inform the port and quarantine office of ETD.

The following information should be supplied to the agent at least 72 hours prior to arrival, for submission to port authority.

Communications

MF and HF radio are used for ship to shore communications, MF callsign "EQM".

VHF: Port: Ch 16; 13, 18, 20, 22, 25, 81, 84. Tel: +98 771 253 0074. Email: [email protected]. Available throughout 24 hours.

Pilot station: Ch 16, 13, 18, 25, range 45nm.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered to Port Authority and other concerned parties, in accordance with owner's instructions or Charter Party.

Documents

Manifest and request for berthing required. All vessel's certificates must be valid. Oil Tanker's Check List must be completed by port inspector and master.

The arrival declaration form contains information about the ship and its cargo for entry to the port.

Health

The quarantine regulations are very strict and the authorities enforce all penalties. Passengers less than 5 days out of Mumbai or other infected ports are landed at the quarantine station.

Customs and immigration

Not available.

Flags

Foreign vessels entering Iranian Marine Territory and during their stay at Iranian ports must always raise the Iranian flag at mainmast.

Notices and regulations

Packages, barrels and containers with dangerous goods must be clearly marked according to international standards.

Port State Control here: Indian Ocean MOU.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Ports and Shipping Organization.

Position: Port Security Senior Officer.

Address: 751 Enghlab Av, Tehran 1599661464, Iran.

Tel: +98 21 849 32051.

Fax: +98 21 880 9329.

Mob: +98 91 238 42649.

Email: [email protected]

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

ISPS Compliance: The US Coast Guard has reported that vessels arriving at US ports from Iran will be subject to increased attention and are more likely to be boarded and inspected due to their country's failure to maintain effective anti terrorism measures.

Repairs

Available. Repairs can be carried out by Sadra Co, with a 2,500t synchrolift capacity.

Tel: +98 771 454 8785, Fax: +98 771 31060 Telex: 332172 imib ir.

Dry docks

Available for tugs and barges.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available. The shipping representative should declare the request for water services to ships represented by him with mentionning the amount of required water to the specialist in charge of marine operations.

Bunkering: Fuel oil available by barge.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Nearest airport: Khatamalanbiya Hospital, 9.8km.

Crew change

Possible if crew have valid Seaman's Book.

Transport

Nearest airport: Bushehr Airport, 6.1km.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Bushehr (or Bushire) is situated on the SW coast of Iran on the Persian Gulf.

The port

The port mainly handles, containers, general cargo, oil products, dry cargo and passengers.

Traffic

Approx 4,000,000t of cargo and 75,000TEUs handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Bushehr?

Compulsory and available throughout 24 hours, for all vessels entering the dredged approach channel or proceeding into Khowr-e Soltani.

What time zone is Bushehr in?

Local time at Bushehr is UTC+3:30. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Bushehr?

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

What is the water density at Bushehr?

1030.

Which load line zone is Bushehr in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Bushehr?

Port State Control at Bushehr: Indian Ocean MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Bushehr?

The UN/LOCODE of Bushehr is IRBUZ.

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