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Djen-Djen
Pilot
updated Dec 2018- Jenndjene (Djen Djen) pilot boarding place Pilot boards36°51.5′N 005°55.5′E
Compulsory for all vessels, available throughout 24 hours. Requests for pilots should be sent 72 hours in advanced. ETA should be confirmed on VHF Ch 14 or 16, 2 hours before arrival at the anchorage area.
Pilot boarding area is at 36°51.5'N 005°55.5'E.
Key data
updated Jul 2024Size limits
LOA 295m, beam 45m, draught 18.2m, 182644DWT.
Water density
1025.
Load line zone
Summer.
Tides
Insignificant.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Quay | 11.00 m | 239 m | 3 |
| Mixed Cargo Quay | 11.00 m | 236 m | 2 |
| West Quay | 10.50 m | 295 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 Sep 2024Approach
Entrance to the port is between two breakwaters, the West breakwater, length 3,000m and the East breakwater, length 900m, both marked by buoys:
Green Buoy: 36°50.3'N 005°54.5'E.
Navigation is prohibited between the breakwater end and the green buoy.
Yellow Buoy: 36°50.8'N 005°54.5'E.
The draught in the entrance channel 19.3m. turning basin draught 18.8m.
Restrictions
The port is closed during NW wind exceeding 22-27kts. Vessels in port may be requested to leave and head for the roads. Approaching vessels are advised to remain at sea and contact the Harbour Master on VHF Ch 16 for instructions.
Tugs
Tugs should be ordered through agent with at least 24 hours before arrival/departure/shifting. Five tugs are available, 1 x 5,435hp, 1 x 7,207hp, 2 x 2700hp and 1 x 1700hp.
Mooring
Berthing is available day or night unless wind exceeds 22-27kts.
Charts and publications
BA 252. Admiralty Pilot NP45, NP286(3).
Inspections
ISPS
ISPS Designated Authority: Direction de la Marine Marchande.
Address: 119 rue Didouche Mourad, Algiers, Algeria.
Tel: +213 21 747572.
Fax: +213 21 743395.
Recognised Security Organisations:
RSO - ISSC Issue: Class NK.
RSO - Security Consultant Services: Class NK.
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
Port services
updated Jul 2024Repairs
No repair facilities available.
Dry docks
Not available.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Bunkering: Available by road tanker.
Medical
Nearest hospital: Mohammed Seddik Ben Yahia Hospital (15km).
Crew change
Possible
Transport
Nearest airport: Jijel Ferhat Abbas (3.5km).
Working hours
There are 2 working shifts available, 0700-1300hrs and 1300-1700hrs and on request a third shift from 1900-0100hrs.
About Djen-Djen
updated Oct 2024Where it is
Djen-Djen is located on the Mediterranean 360km E of Algiers, 150km from Constantine and approx 10km from Jijel.
The port
The port handles general cargo and containers, including grain, sugar, mineral fertilisers and timber. It also imports iron ore and exports finished steel products for the nearby Bellara steel complex. Liquid and Ro-Ro facilities available in the port.
Traffic
Approx 9,700,000t of cargo, 53,000TEU and 500 vessels handled annually.
Questions about Djen-Djen
Where does the pilot board at Djen-Djen?
The pilot boards at Jenndjene (Djen Djen) pilot boarding place, 36°51.5′N 005°55.5′E.
What time zone is Djen-Djen in?
Local time at Djen-Djen is UTC+1. No summer time.
What is the maximum draft at Djen-Djen?
The deepest berth listed is at East Quay: 11.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Djen-Djen?
1025.
Which load line zone is Djen-Djen in?
Summer.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Djen-Djen?
The UN/LOCODE of Djen-Djen is DZDJE.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Djen-Djen 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.
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