Hadera

1. Hadera pilot boarding place Pilot boards32°29.3′N 034°51.3′E

Size limits

LOA 295m, beam 48m, draught 18m, 225,000DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

HW: 0.04m

LW: 0.36m

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

Approach

Offshore approach is through the entrance to the approach channel, in position 32°28.2'N 033°56.0'E. The track then leads approximately 47nm E to the port.

From seaward the port approach is clear of any dangers, and depths of more than 20m may be obtained to within 0.9nm of the shore.

Traffic schemes and VTS

Ships Reporting System: See Pre arrival requirements.

Note: Vessels which do not report to IMOT according to procedure, will not be permitted to enter any Israeli port. Furthermore, IMO number and MMSI are obligatory and must be included in the report.

Anchorages

Recommended anchorage is at pilot's boarding point, 1.0nm NNW from end of the coal pier.

Restrictions

During the winter months, vessels may be unable to berth due to the exposed nature of the jetty.

Tugs

Tugs should be ordered through agent with at least 24 hours before arrival/departure/shifting. Two tugs are available, 2 x 1780hp.

Mooring

Coal Berth: The vessel is berthed to the northern side of the pier, port side alongside and heading W. The berthing is effected with the use of two tugs, starboard anchor (8 to 10 shackles) and mooring lines.

The mooring lines arrangement is as follows:

Forward: 4 headlines, 2 breastlines and 2 springs.

Aft: 4 sternlines, 2 breastlines and 2 springs.

Synthetic ropes only, shall be used for head and stern lines and the first two of these shall be of the floating type.

It is recommended that synthetic rope be used for breast and spring lines.

Alternatively wire ropes with synthetic rope tails (20 to 24m long) may be used.

Two tugs, using tug lines, (55t bollard pull each) and two mooring boats are used for berthing. Unberthing is effected by releasing all lines and heaving up starboard anchor with one tug on starboard quarter, depending on the weather, a second tug may be used.

Charts and publications

BA 1591, 2634. US Publications 132. Admiralty Pilot NP49, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Vessels should advise their ETA to the cargo receiver and/or the local agent, who shall keep the port informed. When within VHF range, direct communication on VHF Ch 10 should be established.

Communications

Via Haifa Radio "4XO" as per list of radio signals (BA).

VHF: Port and Pilot: Ch 16, 10. Tel/Fax: +972 4 624 4200, Email: [email protected]

Standard messages

Standard messages in accordance with Charter Party.

Notice of readiness

NOR is tendered in accordance with Charter Party.

Documents

A passport size photograph is required for each crew member.

Health

As per World Health Organisation requirements. Free Pratique is obtained from "Quarantine Haifa" prior to arrival.

Customs and immigration

The agent will arrange all Customs and Immigration formalities.

Flags

The Israeli national flag must be flown when entering the port.

Notices and regulations

The vessel shall maintain its mobility and manoeuvrability at all times in port, so that the vessel can be moved at short notice. The harbour master or pilot shall be informed immediately, if for any reason these conditions cannot be met.

Dismantling of machinery affecting the vessel's mobility or manoeuvrability is prohibited unless prior permission by master's written request is obtained from the port. Should such permission be granted it will be for daylight hours only.

The vessel shall ensure that during the port stay, suitably qualified crew members are onboard in sufficient number, to protect its safety and operate all the machinery necessary for its movement and manoeuvring.

The vessel shall ensure that all mooring lines are of adequate length (head and stern lines of 200m), size and strength. The lines shall be inspected and attended to, frequently, for wear and tear, unequal or excessive stresses.

Changing or re-arranging lines shall be done only with the port's knowledge.

Mooring winches should not be operated in self-tensioning mode.

The shore gangway is used for access from pier to ship.

Ship's personnel are not allowed to traverse the approach bridge. Transportation is provided from the pier to the port gate.

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

No major repairs are available at Hadera but can be arranged by repair firms in Haifa.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available at coal berth.

Bunkering: Available if ordered from Haifa.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Hillel Yaffe Medical Center (3km).

Crew change

Available by arrangement with local agents without restrictions.

Transport

Nearest airport: Ben-Gurion, (56km).

Airport facilities: Airport Pardes Hanna-Karkur (6km).

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Hadera is located approx halfway between Tel Aviv and Haifa.

The port

The port is a coal and fuel oil unloading terminal for the two adjacent power stations. Facilities consist of a 2,000m jetty carrying a conveyor, fed by grabs, to supply the coal power station and a multi buoy offshore tanker berth to supply fuel oil to the oil fired power station and a STL buoy system importing LNG.

Where does the pilot board at Hadera?

The pilot boards at Hadera pilot boarding place, 32°29.3′N 034°51.3′E.

What time zone is Hadera in?

Local time at Hadera 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 Hadera?

The deepest berth listed is at Coal Discharge Terminal: 18.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Hadera?

1025.

Which load line zone is Hadera in?

Summer.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Hadera?

The UN/LOCODE of Hadera is ILHAD.

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