PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Derince
Pilot
updated May 2010Pilotage is compulsory for Turkish merchant vessels of 1,000GT and over and foreign vessels and yachts over 150GT. Berthing and unberthing in the Gulf of Izmit is from Darica and is provided by Derince Pilots for public berths and Yarimca Med pilots for tanker terminals, boarding in position 40°44.7'N 029°21.2'E.
Derince Public berths: Arriving vessels should call the pilot station on Ch 20 when 20nm from the boarding station. Departing vessels should request a pilot on VHF Ch 16 at least 1 hour prior to departure the port. Tel & Fax: +90 262 656 3400.
Private berths: See Izmit pilotage details.
Key data
updated May 2021Size limits
LOA 180, draught 9.5m, 40,000DWT.
Water density
1018.
Load line zone
Summer.
Tides
Range 0.30-0.40m.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol Ofisi | — | 180 m | 3 |
| Safiport | 11.00 m | — | 10 |
| Shell Derince Terminal | 9.50 m | 200 m | 1 |
| Koruma Klor Alkali Terminal | 7.50 m | — | 1 |
| AK-TAS Terminal | 7.00 m | — | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Mar 2017Anchorages
Anchorage is forbidden near the port, the waiting anchorage is off Izmit, 4nm E. It is compulsory for vessels with dangerous cargo to anchor off Yarimca anchorage. The pilot will notify of the best location for anchorage.
An explosive anchorage is centred 0.6nm WSW from the port. A submarine cable crosses the W end of the anchorage and there is a mooring buoy at the E end.
Tugs
Tugs are compulsory for vessels over 2,000GT. There are 2 tugs available at Derince Port, 1 x 20t and 1 x 22t bollard pull.
Mooring
Mooring arrangements:
Petrol Ofisi: Usually mooring by stern to the jetty and two buoys on each side, smaller vessels can berth alongside at No 1 Inner and No 2.
Shell: Usually mooring by stern to the jetty and two buoys on each side, smaller vessels can berth alongside.
Aktas Terminal: Mooring by stern to the jetty and two buoys on each side.
Ships use both bow anchors.
Charts and publications
BA 497, 8128. Admiralty Pilot NP24, NP286(3).
Reporting before arrival
updated May 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
Notify ETA to pilot station 12 and 6 hours prior to arrival by fax. Any delays should be advised by fax.
Communications
VHF: Pilots & Port: Ch 16, 20, available 24 hours.
Notice of readiness
NOR will be received by Loading Master or receivers of cargoes. It should be tendered at the time of pilot boarding, anchoring or arrival points.
Documents
The following must be presented to the Harbour Master for inspection, to obtain outward clearance.
Health
Vessels calling at Turkish ports have to obtain free pratique.
Customs and immigration
Vessels calling at Turkish ports have to obtain Customs clearance. Personnel are not permitted to join or leave the ship before inspection is completed. Vessels may be cleared at anchorage or alongside and sometimes in the straits of Dardanelles and Bosphorus. The clearance party consists of 1 Sanitary Officer, 1 or more Immigration Police, 1 or more Customs Officer.
Customs allowance: Ten packets of cigarettes and one bottle of spirits per crew member per week.
Flags
All foreign ships are required to fly Turkish flag during their stay in Turkish ports or anchorages and also when passing through the Turkish straits (Dardanelles and Bosphorus).
Inspections
Inspection of ships in Turkey
Ministry of Transport, Maritime Affairs and Communications
Hakki Turaylic Caddesi No:5 Emek Cankaya, Ankara
Tel: +90 312 203 10 00
ISPS
ISPS Designated Authority: General Directorate for Maritime Affairs, Port and Coastal Facilities Department.
Position: Head of Department.
Address: Hakki Turaylic Cad. No:5 Emek / Ankara -Turkey, Postcode: 06338
Tel: +90 312 203 10 00
Fax: +90 312 231 33 06
Website: www.didgm.gov.tr
For further ISPS information see IMO website https://www.imo.org
Port services
updated May 2021Repairs
Minor repairs may be arranged in the port, all kinds of repairs can be effected at Pendik Shipyard by Turkish Shipbuilding Industry Inc.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh Water: Fresh water is available.
Bunkering: Available by barge or road tankers through private suppliers.
Medical
Nearest hospital: Special Derince Marmara Medical Center (2km).
Transport
Nearest airport: Istanbul Ataturk International Airport (130km).
Working hours
Throughout 24 hours.
Working shifts are: 0800-1630hrs, 1660-0030hrs, 0030-0800hrs.
About Derince
updated Jul 2021Where it is
The port of Derince is situated on the N shore of the Gulf of Izmit.
The port
It is the main general cargo port in the Gulf. It is an important port as an alternative to the port of Haydarpasa due to its proximity. The port handles dry bulk, liquid bulk and general cargoes. The port comprises the sub-port terminals of Petrol Ofisi, Shell Derince, Koruma Klor Alkali and Aktas Terminal.
Exports: Include magnesite, steel, iron and general cargo.
Imports: Include aluminium, logs, rubber, scrap paper, steel, iron and timber products.
Traffic
Approx 2,500,000t of cargo handled annually.
Questions about Derince
What are the pilot arrangements at Derince?
Pilotage is compulsory for Turkish merchant vessels of 1,000GT and over and foreign vessels and yachts over 150GT.
What time zone is Derince in?
Local time at Derince is UTC+3. No summer time.
What is the maximum draft at Derince?
The deepest berth listed is at Safiport: 11.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Derince?
1018.
Which load line zone is Derince in?
Summer.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Derince?
The UN/LOCODE of Derince is TRDRC.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Derince say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.
A planning aid, not for navigation. These facts come from public sources and each section shows how old it is. Check with the port, your agent, your ENCs and official publications. Spotted something wrong? Tell us on the feedback board.