Eilat

Size limits

LOA 199.99m, beam 36m, 66,509DWT.

Water density

1025-1031.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Range 1.35m at spring tides.

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

Port limits

All waters under Israeli jurisdiction defined as "Port of Eilat", except 300m from N shore and some sections on W shore.

Anchorages

The following are fixed designated anchoring points:

1. 29° 32.62’ N 34° 57.37’ E

2. 29° 32.49’ N 34° 57.64’ E

3. 29° 32.37’ N 34° 57.97’ E

4. 29° 32.25’ N 34° 58.31’ E

5. 29° 32.37’ N 34° 57.34’ E

6. 29° 32.37’ N 34° 57.97’ E

7. 29° 32.06’ N 34° 58.04’ E

8. 29° 31.96’ N 34° 58.37’ E

9. 29° 32.22’ N 34° 57.02’ E

10. 29° 32.02’ N 34° 57.29’ E

11. 29° 31.82’ N 34° 57.65’ E

12. 29° 31.96’ N 34° 58.06’ E

Anchorage may be obtained in 9 numbered berths in an area 0.5nm in width in depths of less than 100m, except for Berth No 9, where the depth is approx 130m. The anchorage is exposed to S winds and care must be taken to allow sufficient swinging room.

Several buoys and lightbuoys are moored in the N part of the anchorage, in particular in the vicinity of No 2 anchor berth.

Three marine farms are marked by buoys and are situated approx 250m SE and 300m E of No 2 anchor berth.

An artificial reef and fish haven lie close E of the Naval Base.

Tugs

Tug boats are available.

Mooring

Contact Port Control, callsign "Yamit" VHF Ch 14.

Vessels may be berthed with bow extending out of the berth, in which case anchors are used.

General berthing information: One hours notice is required for berthing/unberthing for dry cargo vessels, with three hours notice for tankers.

Charts and publications

BA 8, 801. Admiralty Pilot NP64, NP286(8).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

ETA to be advised to agent 72, 48 and 24 hours prior to arrival.

Communications

Through "4XO" Haifa Radio, for R/T at short range only.

VHF: Cargo Vessels Ch 16, 14.

Tankers Ch 13. Oil Terminal callsign: Pikud Eilat.

Traffic Control Ch 11, (Navy and small craft). Port callsign: Yamit Eilat.

Standard messages

Vessels may be contacted by Israeli Navy on VHF Ch 16 when detected on radar.

Notice of readiness

NOR, which are required for bulk vessels and tankers, to be tendered to agents in accordance with the Charter Party during office hours (0800-1600hrs).

Documents

Cargo documentation: Cargo Manifests of Import Cargo presented by agent. Cargo Documents of Export Cargo issued by shippers.

Health

Free pratique may be obtained by radio from "Quarantine Haifa", otherwise officials will board on arrival of vessel. Ratguards are obligatory at all moorings. Renewal of Ship Sanitation Certificate and Exemption Certificate possible.

Customs and immigration

Customs allowance is 200 cigarettes and 1 bottle of spirits for each crew member. Customs and Immigration will board on arrival of vessel. Immigration will issue shore passes against deposit of travel documents which will be returned when vessel is ready to depart. Crew members are required to have a photo for shore passes. Documents will only be stamped for repatriation.

Flags

Israeli and national flags must be displayed. A penalty may be, theoretically, imposed for non compliance.

Notices and regulations

Ordering of stevedores is carried out by port agents 24 hours in advance for the first shift and during morning hours, the same day, for second shift.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Ministry of Transport, Administration of Shipping and Ports.

Position: Shipping Commissioner.

Address: 15 Palm-Yam St, 31999 Haifa, Israel.

Tel: +972 4 863 2097.

Fax: +972 4 863 2133.

Mob: +972 56 212332.

Email: [email protected]

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

Repairs

Available at the Naval Base Quay. Ship hoist with 1800t capacity available.

Dry docks

Available for small craft only, up to 30t displacement.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available at the jetties by pipeline.

Bunkering: All grades available by road tanker.

Stores: Fresh, frozen, technical and bonded stores available.

Medical

Hospital in Eilat, 4km.

Crew change

Available.

Transport

Nearest airport: Eilat (domestic), Tel Aviv (international).

Nearest railway: Zin Valley, 165km from port.

Working hours

Normally, winter 0600-1400hrs and 1530-2300hrs; summer 0530-1330hrs and 1600-2300hrs. Work ends earlier on Fri. No working on Sat.

Where it is

Eilat is at the head of the Gulf of Aqaba in the Red Sea.

The port

The port is equipped to handle most cargoes and a small repair service is available. The port is at the southern end of the Eilat-Ashkelon pipeline, which links Israel's Red Sea coast with the Mediterranean.

The principal exports are minerals, phosphates and potash. Imports include timber, building materials, foodstuffs and vehicles. Eilat port handles containers as well.

Traffic

Approx 2,100,000t of cargo and 66,000 passengers handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Eilat?

Compulsory. Available throughout 24 hours.

What time zone is Eilat in?

Local time at Eilat is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 26 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 30 Oct 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Eilat?

The deepest berth listed is at Eilat Oil Terminal: 27.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Eilat?

1025-1031.

Which load line zone is Eilat in?

Tropical.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Eilat?

The UN/LOCODE of Eilat is ILETH.

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