Crotone

1. Crotone pilot boarding Pilot boards39°06.4′N 017°08.1′E

Size limits

LOA 200m.

Water density

1027.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Range 0.7m.

Current: There is a constant N-S current 2nm off the coast but close to the harbour the current is weak.

In winter, W winds increase the water depth by approx 0.5m. There is little tidal range with the max being in Jan.

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

Approach

Directions: Vessels approaching Porto Vecchio from the N must avoid a rocky ledge, with a depth of 3.5m over it, which extends approx 0.1nm E of the head of Molo Vecchio. With fresh E winds, the sea breaks at the mouth of Porto Vecchio and makes entrance difficult.

The W side of the entrance to Porto Vecchio is protected by Pontile Sanita which is quayed and projects 0.05nm E from the shore abreast the head of Molo Vecchio. A light is exhibited from a red metal column, 6m in height, at the head of Pontile Sanita.

There are normally depths of approx 5.0m in the entrance and outer part of Porto Vecchio, and of approx 4.3m alongside the quays, but the harbour is subject to silting.

Porto Nuovo: Approaching from the N the platforms are clearly visible. A light is exhibited from a red metal framework tower, 4m in height, standing near the head of Molo Foraneo.

Caution: The head of Molo Foraneo should be given a berth of 100m and the head of Molo Sottoflutto a berth of 50m.

A light is exhibited from a green structure, 4m in height, standing at the head of Nuovo Molo di Sottflutto. Two lights, disposed vertically, are exhibited from a green mast, 6m in height, standing at the head of Molo Giunti.

Anchorages

Outer anchorage: SE of Crotone with Molo Vecchio Light, in depths of 13.0m, good holding ground but exposed to E winds.

With S winds, vessels can anchor NW of the new harbour not less than 0.5nm off the coast although due to the sealine connecting with the offshore platform, it is recommended to anchor N side (at least 0.7nm) off line joining "Porto Nuovo" red light to platform "Luna A".

Tugs

"Corigliano" 1,946hp, 30t bollard pull. "Gecko" 2,000hp, 29t bollard pull. Compulsory for vessels over 1,600GT or carrying dangerous cargo and for all vessels exceeding 2,500GT.

Charts and publications

BA 140. Admiralty Pilot NP45, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Should be advised to vessel's agent 72, 48, 24 and 12 hours prior to arrival of vessel, reporting cargo to be loaded/discharged, Bill of Lading, hold, and cargo in transit. An IMO Certificate for dangerous cargo is compulsory.

Communications

Radio: Roma Radio or any Italian Coast Radio Station. Communication by Inmarsat is not possible.

VHF: Port: Ch 16, 11. Available 0700-1900hrs.

Tugs: Ch 14. Available throughout 24 hours.

Pilots: Ch 16, 14. Tel:+39 0962 27906, Email: [email protected]. Available throughout 24 hours.

Notice of readiness

NOR to be tendered in accordance with terms and conditions of Charter Party.

Documents

Special Form: Information note requested by port authority: Standard form delivered on board by agent, on berthing.

Health

Pratique can be applied for by telegram to Sanimare, Reggio Calabria. For vessels arriving from restricted areas, free pratique is granted at the roads.

Port State Control here: Paris 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: Italian Coast Guard Headquarters, Legal Department.

Address: Viale dell'Arte 16, I-00146 Rome, Italy.

Tel: +39 06 590 841 87.

Fax: +39 06 596 482 93.

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.guardiacostiera.gov.it

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

Repairs

Available for small repairs only. A slipway of 150t at Porto Vecchio and a 75t crane.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available but limited in summer.

Bunkering: Fuel oil, diesel, gas oil, lub oil are available with delivery by road tanker from Taranto/Bari. Advance notice is required.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Hospital in town.

Crew change

Available.

Transport

Nearest airport: Lamezia Terme 110km. Daily connections with Rome and Milan.

Nearest railway: Crotone.

Working hours

Mon-Fri 0700-1200hrs, 1330-1630hrs; overtime on request.

Where it is

Crotone is located on the SE coast of Italy, approx 85nm S of Taranto.

The port

The port is divided into two parts, Porto Vecchio (Old Port) in the S, and Porto Nuovo (New Port) in the N which are separated by a breakwater 3.6km in length. Owing to the scarcity of harbours of refuge along this coast, both of these harbours are often congested in winter.

The port handles general, bulk and liquid cargoes within its two bays (N and S).

Exports: Zinc in ingots and sulphuric acid. Imports: Cereals and zinc ore.

Where does the pilot board at Crotone?

The pilot boards at Crotone pilot boarding, 39°06.4′N 017°08.1′E.

What time zone is Crotone in?

Local time at Crotone is UTC+1. Clocks go to UTC+2 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+1 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the water density at Crotone?

1027.

Which load line zone is Crotone in?

Summer.

Who carries out Port State Control at Crotone?

Port State Control at Crotone: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Crotone?

The UN/LOCODE of Crotone is ITCRV.

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