PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Isla Guarello
Pilot
updated Aug 2010- Puerto Eden pilot boarding station Pilot49°08.8′S 074°23.5′W
Compulsory. Vessels are berthed by the Canal Messier pilot, who remains onboard during the normal 24 hour stay. The mine administrator acts as port captain or delegate (Alcalde de Mar) for purposes of despatches, etc.
Key data
updated Oct 2019Size limits
LOA 185.7m, beam 28.4m, draught 11.15m, 40,400DWT.
Water density
1025.
Load line zone
Southern Winter Seasonal Zone, Winter Apr 16 to Oct 15, Summer Oct 16 to Apr 15.
Tides
Range 4.5m.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terminal CAP | 11.15 m | 186 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 Oct 2019Approach
The approach is through the outer part of Seno Contreras, then through Bahia Corbeta Papudo.
The directions are as follows:
The initial position is 280m S of Baliza Este.
First leading lights: Front light (white diamond with black band on post), 850m WSW of Baliza Este.
Rear light (similar) 30m W of the front light).
The alignment (275°) of these lights leads W towards the berth. The starboard anchor should be let go 260m from the front light in depths of 50-60m, chalky mud or clay.
The approach should be continued on the leading line, veering cable to 190m until in a position to pass a bow line to the shore. The vessel then drops back veering cable to 250m in order to berth alongside the piers on a heading of 310°.
It is necessary to keep the cable clear of a foul patch lying 35m NE of the NW berthing pier. Lines are taken to the hauling off buoy and to bollards on the shore.
Second lights in line: Front light (metal post, topmark white board with black bands), 780m SW of Baliza Este.
Rear light (metal post, topmark white board with red bands), 13m SSW of the front light.
The alignment (199°) of these lights marks a position approx 215m from the anchor position.
Port limits
The port limits are bounded by the meridian of Baliza Este and the parallel of Baliza Weste.
Anchorages
Anchorage for vessels waiting to berth at the Guarello Ore Terminal in 25-50m stones and pebbles, with Islote Bascunan Light bearing 073° x 0.4nm.
Restrictions
An UKC of at least 0.6m must be maintained during loading.
Tugs
None available.
Charts and publications
BA 4259. Admiralty Pilot NP6.
Reporting before arrival
updated Aug 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
Initial ETA should be sent to the vessel's agent 5 days prior to arrival. Additional ETA's should then be sent on a daily basis at 0800hrs.
The ETA message must confirm that all cargo gear is in proper working order, if any cargo shifting is expected, if there is dangerous cargo onboard for discharge and/or transit and arrival draught.
Communications
Radio: Messages can be sent via Playa Ancha Radio (callsign "CBV") Valparaiso which listens throughout 24 hours on 500kHz and works on 8522kHz and 16663kHz.
Standard messages
Masters must report their position, course, speed and ETA next port as soon as they enter Chilean waters (200nm) to Directemar Valparaiso by cable. Thereafter, the same information is to be sent daily, whilst in Chilean waters, at 0800hrs and 2000hrs. Reports to be sent via Playa Ancha Radio.
Notice of readiness
NOR should be tendered upon arrival at the anchorage.
Documents
Note: SY = Sanitary (Health) authorities, AG = Agriculture department, IM = Immigration, PC = Port Captain, CU = Customs.
The port captain will also wish to see the vessel's certificates and immigration officer will want to see all passports.
Customs and immigration
Customs: Crew's own personal possessions must tally with those listed on the Crew Personal Effects List. If there is a discrepancy, penalties range from confiscation of the goods not declared to imprisonment, depending on the seriousness of the misdemeanour.
Immigration: Crew List is checked against passports. There are no restrictions on crew and passengers in transit proceeding ashore provided they are in possession of a landing card. Some foreign nationalities require an entry visa if embarking or disembarking.
Flags
Vessels entering Chilean waters must at all times fly the Chilean flag at the foremast and also whilst in port. Fines for not complying may be imposed by the authorities.
Notices and regulations
It is expressly forbidden to throw overboard any ballast, rubbish or waste or to spill petroleum whilst in Chilean waters and harbours.
Garbage is not allowed to be disposed of ashore.
Vessels must comply with the use of rat guards, safety nets and gangway railings.
Any repairs to the main engine must be authorised.
Inspections
Port State Control here: 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.
ISPS
ISPS Designated Authority: Chilean Maritime Authority.
Contact: Director of Maritime Safety, Security and Operations.
Address: Subida Cementerio No 300, Playa Ancha, Valparaiso, Chile.
Tel: +56 32 208637.
Fax: +56 32 208662.
Mob: +56 9 939 3937.
Email: [email protected]
Telex: 330607 ANGEL CK
Website: http://www.directemar.cl
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
Port services
updated May 2010Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available on loading pier with prior notice. Up to 300t can be supplied, at a rate of 10tph.
Medical
A terminal doctor usually available in case of emergency.
About Isla Guarello
updated May 2010Where it is
Isla Guarello is located on the northern end of Guarello Island, in Bahia Corbeta Pupudo, in the Madre de Dios group.
The port
The port is used by ore carriers loading limestone from a nearby quarry.
Questions about Isla Guarello
Where does the pilot board at Isla Guarello?
The pilot boards at Puerto Eden pilot boarding station, 49°08.8′S 074°23.5′W.
What time zone is Isla Guarello in?
Local time at Isla Guarello is UTC−3. No summer time.
What is the maximum draft at Isla Guarello?
The deepest berth listed is at Terminal CAP: 11.15 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Isla Guarello?
1025.
Which load line zone is Isla Guarello in?
Southern Winter Seasonal Zone, Winter Apr 16 to Oct 15, Summer Oct 16 to Apr 15.
Who carries out Port State Control at Isla Guarello?
Port State Control at Isla Guarello: Tokyo MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Isla Guarello?
The UN/LOCODE of Isla Guarello is CLISG.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Isla Guarello 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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