Gaspe

Size limits

Draught 9.8m, LOA 199.63m, 22,500DWT, beam 28.5m.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Tides

1.9m MWL .

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

Approach

From a position SE of Cap Gaspe (45°45'N 064°10'W), the bay is entered by passing between an unnamed rocky shoal with a depth of 13.1m over it, lying 1nm SE of Cap Gaspe and a bank with a least depth of 23.8m over it, situated 5nm SE of the Cape. Tide rips occur over these features at times.

Approach and entry: The outer harbour is approached through the narrowing head of Baie de Gaspe, there is no channel between the wharf and navigable waters. The Sandy Beach public wharf is approached directly from N. The Marina De Gaspe is further W at the entrance to Bassin du Sud-Ouest.

Traffic schemes and VTS

The S branch of the traffic separation scheme for St Lawrence River is entered E of Ile Plate, (48°38.0'N 064°09.0'W). The S end of the outward bound traffic lane lies from 5-8nm E of the island, the inward bound lane is entered farther E.

Anchorages

The main harbour and Basin du Nord-Ouest provide well sheltered anchorage in 7.0-20.0m, mud. Bassin du Sud-Ouest provides well sheltered anchorage in 11.0 to 17.0m, mud. The mariner anchoring in shallower water farther W should keep clear of the submarine pipeline which crosses Basin du Sud-Ouest, approx 0.9nm above the bridge.

Tugs

Not necessary and not available except in an emergency.

Charts and publications

BA 4766, 4762. Can 4416, 4485. Admiralty Pilot NP65, NP286(5).

Notice of readiness

As per Charter Party or upon docking with first line ashore.

Documents

The authorities will accept IMO forms.

The forms are for Revenue Canada Customs and Excise. The vessels agent will file the documents with the Customs office after the vessel has berthed.

If the required forms are not onboard they can be delivered with the pilot if agent is notified in advance.

Health

Quarantine is available by radio.

Customs and immigration

Port of entry for Customs.

Flags

State flag at the stern, Canadian flag on the mast.

Port State Control here: Paris MOU, Tokyo 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.

Inspection of ships in Canada

Transport Canada,

Inspection and Operations Standards Division,

Tower C, Place de Ville, 330 Sparks Street, 11th Floor, Ottawa, ON K1A 0N5.

For Flag State Inspection Standards (Canadian Vessels):

Tel: +1 613 991 3135

Fax: +1 613 991 4818

Teletypewriter / TDD: +1 888 675 6863

Email: [email protected]

For Port State Control Standards (Foreign Vessels):

Tel: +1 613 991 3135

Fax: +1 613 993 8196

Teletypewriter / TDD: +1 888 675 6863

Email: [email protected]

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Directorate Marine Security - Transport Canada.

Position: Director General.

Address: 112 Kent Street, Tower B, Place de Ville, Ottawa, ON, K1A ON5, Canada.

Tel: +1 613 851 6302

Fax: +1 613 949 3906

Website: http://www.tc.gc.ca

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

Repairs

Minor repairs only.

Dry docks

Slipway at Les Mechins (near Gaspe).

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Fuel available.

Stores: Available by ship's chandlers.

Medical

Gaspe hospital.

Transport

Nearest airport: Approx 9km from port.

Nearest railway: Canadian National Railroad, 3km from wharf.

Nearest Highway: Highway 132.

Working hours

Normally Mon-Fri 0800-1700hrs. Overtime as necessary.

Where it is

Gaspe is a natural harbour situated on the SW shore of Gaspe Bay in eastern Quebec.

The port

The harbour is open year round, but occasionally the assistance of ice breakers may be required.

The main cargoes handled are aggregates, petroleum products, salt and wind turbine blades. During the summer, the port welcomes cruise and sailing vessels. In addition, the port is also used by a few fishing vessels.

What are the pilot arrangements at Gaspe?

Pilotage is not compulsory, but can be arranged with prior notice and is recommended.

What time zone is Gaspe in?

Local time at Gaspe is UTC−5. Clocks go to UTC−4 on 14 Mar 2027. Back to UTC−5 on 7 Nov 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Gaspe?

The deepest berth listed is at Gaspe Marine Terminal: 9.80 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Gaspe?

1025.

Which load line zone is Gaspe in?

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Who carries out Port State Control at Gaspe?

Port State Control at Gaspe: Paris MOU, Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Gaspe?

The UN/LOCODE of Gaspe is CAGPE.

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