Gwadar

Size limits

LOA 199.98m, draught 10.2m, beam 32.26m, 63,343DWT.

Tides

Average maximum and minimum tidal ranges are approx 1.7m and 0.9m respectively.

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

Approach

The harbour is approached between buoys (lateral) moored 1.5nm NW of Ras Nuh, then through a marked channel leading WSW.

The approach channel is 4.7km long, 206m wide and dredged to 14.0m. Port basin and turning area 595m in diameter.

If approaching from E, keep in depths of 20.0-25.0m until Ras Nuh is in sight. Even if the weather is hazy it should not be possible to pass the rocky peninsula without sighting it.

A wreck with masts visible, lies 9nm ESE from Jabal Sur.

A rocky spit extending 1nm S from Ras Nuh is usually marked by a ripple and, during the SW monsoon, by breakers.

If approaching from W it is inadvisable, especially in hazy weather, to enter depths less than 22.0m until Ras Nuh bears less than 350°.

Directions for Gwadar East Bay: Entry is between Jabal Sur (25°13'N 62°29'E) and Ras Nuh (8.75nm SW).

Directions for Gwadar West Bay: When approaching the E anchorage in Gwadar West Bay take care to avoid the spit extending S and SW of Ras Kamaiti and 8.8m and 7.6m patches 0.6nm W and 0.9nm NW of that point respectively.

In hazy weather, if not bound for Gwadar, keep a good lookout for fishing boats and canoes with their nets out.

Anchorages

For vessels using the deep water port, anchorage lies E of the fairway lightbuoy in depths between 15.0 and 26.0m.

Gwadar East Bay: A vessel may anchor in Gwadar East Bay with Ras Nuh bearing 160° distance 2.25nm in a depth of 6.0m, sand and shell.

Gwadar West Bay: Anchorage may be obtained in Gwadar West Bay in a depth of 7.3m with Ras Kamaiti bearing 198° distant approx 1.25nm or on the W side of the bay with Ras Pshukan bearing 182° distant approx 3nm in the same depth.

Prohibited anchorage: Both the approach channels and port areas should not be used for anchorage.

Restrictions

Akram Jetty (25°06.3'N 062°22.6'E) is a Pakistan Navy restricted area. Fishing is prohibited in both approach channels and ports area.

Tugs

The use of tugs is compulsory. The number required will be decided by the port and depends on the size of the vessel and whether it is fitted with operational bow thrusters.

Charts and publications

BA 38, 33. Admiralty Pilot NP38, NP286(4).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Updated ETA, via agent, should be sent not less than 48 hours prior to arrival and a final confirmation sent at least 24 hours before arrival.

Communications

Karachi coast radio can be used for passing messages. The station operates throughout 24 hours.

VHF: Gwadar Port Radio: Ch 16 throughout 24 hours.

Port Office:

PSA Gwadar (Port Control): Ch 12, 16.

Fax:+92(0)21 35611962

E-mail:[email protected]

Karachi Office:

Tel:+92(0)21 35363400, +92(0)21 35363401, +92(0) 35363402, +92(0) 35363403, +92(0)21 35636399

Fax:+92(0)21 35611962

E-mail:[email protected]

Notice of readiness

NOR is normally tendered during working hours, 0800-1700hrs local time.

Documents

The documents are distributed between Customs and Immigration. Special forms, for completion, are provided by the vessel's agent on arrival.

Health

Pratique is normally granted after berthing.

Customs and immigration

Customs: On arrival the bonded store is sealed by Customs. If the Master requires an issue of cigarettes or alcohol for the duration of the vessel's stay in port, a request should be made to Customs. The quantity allowed is determined by the Customs officials.

Masters should be aware that the bonded store will be inspected prior to sealing.

Immigration: Issue shore passes for crew members who should be aware that photography is prohibited.

Flags

If a vessel does not have the national ensign of Pakistan onboard, on arrival, it can be obtained from the vessel's agent.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Director of Vigilance.

Position: Head of Designated Authority.

Address: Pakistan National Shipping Corporation Bldg, 5th Floor, M.T. Khan Road, Karachi, Pakistan.

Tel: +92 21 920 4063.

Fax: +92 21 920 6398.

Mob: +92 0300 826 1891.

E-mail: dirisps@da-isps-org

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

Medical

Al Shifa Hospital in Gwadar, 7.6km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Gwadar International airport, approx 18km N of the port.

Highways: The development of new roads, as part of the port infrastructure, will enable the port to have extensive connections with the hinterland and the Central Asia region.

Where it is

Gwadar is situated on the Balochistan coast, approx 460km W of Karachi, opposite the Strait of Hormuz at the mouth of The Gulf.

The port

Gwadar port mainly handles bulk cargo, containers, Ro-Ro, breakbulk and LPG.

What are the pilot arrangements at Gwadar?

Compulsory for vessels 200t and over.

What time zone is Gwadar in?

Local time at Gwadar is UTC+5. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Gwadar?

The deepest berth listed is at Multipurpose Terminal: 10.20 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Gwadar?

The UN/LOCODE of Gwadar is PKGWD.

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