Izmir

1. Izmir pilot boarding place — position 2 Pilot boards38°26.3′N 027°06.8′E
2. Izmir pilot boarding place — position 1 Pilot boards38°24.5′N 026°57.1′E

Size limits

LOA 240m, draught 12.7m.

Water density

1027.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

HW: 0.38m

LW: 0.26m

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

Approach

Access to the harbour from the Aegean Sea is through Izmir Inlet where depths range from 45-73m. Radar may be the most reliable means to fix a ship's position in the inlet. Significant differences may exist between actual depth soundings and the charted depths between the seaward approach and the middle harbour anchorage in Izmir Bay. Depths may vary by 1.8-2.4m at Pelikan Bank; by 1.8-3.6m in the vicinity of Yenikale, and 3.6-5.4m inside the middle harbour anchorage area. Significant dangers lie adjacent to the channel; merchant ships have gone aground in the vicinity of Pelikan Bank because of failure to use proper vigilance and all navigational aids available. Caution should be exercised when transiting near Yenikale. The channel, marked by two buoys, is approx 274m wide at the buoys, decreasing to 182m E of the buoys. Caution should also be exercised near Cakal Burnu (point) by giving it a wide berth.

Inner Port: All vessels entering and leaving the harbour must use the N entrance which is about 78m wide with a depth in the fairway of 11.4m, however liberty boats may use the southern entrance when going to/from the inner harbour's fleet landing.

Alsancak Port: The port, to the NE of the Inner Port, is approached by making for a position 0.6nm NW of Daragac Burnu, from this position an unmarked channel leads E to the head of the pier. The channel is dredged to a depth of 12.0m over a width of 150m.

Port limits

The port lies E of a line drawn from Saz Burnu to the head of Goztepe Koyu (3.5nm SSW). It is divided into outer, middle and inner harbours.

Anchorages

Outer harbour: Anchoring without permission is allowed in the part of Goztepe Koyu lying within the limit of the outer harbour. A vessel's position must be reported to the Port Authority immediately after anchoring.

Middle harbour: Good anchorage in depths from 14.0-17.0m can be obtained from 0.3-0.6nm W-WSW of the detached breakwater of Izmir inner port (38°25.7'N 027°07.9'E).

Prohibited anchorage: Near a submarine cable laid from the S end of detached breakwater of Izmir inner port to the shore 0.5nm SSW.

Near submarine cables laid across the E end of Izmir Limani from a position approx 0.5nm SW of Daragac Burnu to Naldoken Burnu approx 1.5nm NNW. Beacons (black and white inverted anchor) mark the landing points of the NE cable.

Anchoring and fishing are also prohibited in an area between Saz Burnu (38°27.5'N 027°05.5'E) and Goztepe Koyu (3.5nm SSW) in which submarine power cables are laid.

Restrictions

Docking of ships at the old port is not permitted during the night, but ships can leave the port at any time. At Alsancak there are no restrictions to berthing/unberthing.

The old port length is restricted to 165m maximum draught 8.0m.

Vessels carrying explosives or flammable materials above 60°C are prohibited from entering either the Inner or Middle Harbours.

Vessels carrying explosives or flammable materials below 60°C are required to anchor in the explosives anchorage.

Shifting berth: Only vessels anchored in the outer harbour may shift berth without prior permission from the Port Authority. Any vessel compelled to shift berth must report the new berth immediately, stating the reason for moving.

Tugs

Not necessary for vessels up to 2,000GT, one tug is compulsory for vessels of more than 2,000GT, two tugs are compulsory for vessels of more than 4,000GT. Towage is provided by the Turkish State Railways (TCDD). Five tugs available up to 34t bollard pull.

Mooring

Mooring boats instruct and assist vessel in berthing. The mooring boats display a white with a red anchor pendant.

Charts and publications

BA Charts No. 1058, 1522 and 1624. Admiralty Pilot NP48, NP286(3).

Communications

VHF: Harbour Master: Ch 16, 12 and 11.

Pilots: Ch 16, 04, 12, 14, 24.

Tel: 0232 463 1600

Fax: 0232 463 2248 / 0232 463 2017

Email: [email protected]

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered at the time of pilot boarding, anchoring or arrival points to the Loading Master or receivers of cargoes.

Documents

The following must be presented to the Harbour Master for inspection, to obtain outward clearance.

Health

Vessels arriving without a clean bill of health are subject to quarantine and should proceed to Urla Demiryeri (38°23.5'N 026°45'E).

Ship Sanitation Control and Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

Vessels calling at Turkish ports have to obtain Customs clearance. Personnel not permitted to join or leave the ship before inspection is completed. Vessels may be cleared at anchorage or alongside and sometimes at the straits of Dardanelles and Bosphorus. The clearance party consists of 1 Sanitary Officer, 1 or more Immigration Police, 1 or more Customs Officer.

Customs allowance: Ten packets of cigarettes and one bottle of spirits per crew member per week.

Flags

All foreign ships are required to fly the Turkish flag during their stay at the port or anchorages and also when passing through the Turkish Straits (Dardanelles and Bosphorus).

Notices and regulations

Vessels entering the port are required to have an anchor ready for letting go; display the Turkish ensign; their house flag and their ship's code letters.

Vessels arriving from a non Turkish port are boarded in the middle harbour by health, Customs and Police officials. In bad weather officers may board after vessel has berthed.

Dangerous cargoes: Vessels carrying explosives or flammable materials above 60°C are prohibited from entering the middle or inner harbours. Such vessels are required to anchor in Goztepe Koyu, in the outer harbour, not less than 0.2nm from the shore.

Vessels carrying explosives or inflammable materials below 60°C are required to anchor in the explosives anchorage, in the inner harbour, not less than 0.2nm from the shore.

Berths at the new port of Alsancak are allocated on the time of arrival. If the port is congested, vessels wait for their turn to anchor.

Anchoring within the limits of the port, except in Goztepe Koyu and berthing alongside are prohibited without permission and instruction from the Port Authority. Vessels disregarding this regulation will be subject to the provisions laid down by the Turkish Government, and if they do not shift berth when ordered to do so they will be moved by the Port Authority.

Inspection of ships in Turkey

Ministry of Transport, Maritime Affairs and Communications

Hakki Turaylic Caddesi No:5 Emek Cankaya, Ankara

Tel: +90 312 203 10 00

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: General Directorate for Maritime Affairs, Port and Coastal Facilities Department.

Position: Head of Department.

Address: Hakki Turaylic Cad. No:5 Emek / Ankara -Turkey, Postcode: 06338

Tel: +90 312 203 10 00

Fax: +90 312 231 33 06

Website: www.didgm.gov.tr

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

Repairs

Repair shops are available for deck and engine repairs. Basic metal fabricating, welding, milling also basic electrical work and carpentry.

All types of repairs may be effected at Alaybey Shipyard owned by Turkish Shipbuilding Industry Inc.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh Water: Fresh water is available from both docks or by barge.

Bunkering: Available by road tankers.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: IEÜ Medical Park Hastanesi (5km).

Crew change

Possible. All facilities for effecting crew changes and arranging repatriation exist.

Transport

Nearest airport: Izmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (27km).

Nearest railway: Alsancak (1km).

Working hours

Normally: Administrative from 0830-1730hrs.

Operational: Service is provided to vessels everyday of the week throughout 24 hours on a rotation of three shifts which are 0800-1630, 1630-0030, 0030-0830.

Where it is

Port of Izmir is situated on the W coast, in the Aegean Sea.

The port

This port handles a range of cargoes including dry and liquid bulk breakbulk, Ro-Ro and containers. There is also a passenger terminal for cruise vessels and ferries. Other facilities nearby include a military port, small craft harbour and several terminals for local passenger ferries.

Izmir is the third largest populated city of Turkey and is a business centre. The port has a vast agricultural and industrial hinterland and is one of the fastest growing ports, continuously seeking to improve its facilities. Primarily a discharge port for tankers, also imports machinery and semi processed materials.

Where does the pilot board at Izmir?

The pilot boards at Izmir pilot boarding place — position 2, 38°26.3′N 027°06.8′E. Izmir has 2 pilot boarding places.

What time zone is Izmir in?

Local time at Izmir is UTC+3. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Izmir?

The deepest berth listed is at Alsancak Container Terminal: 12.70 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Izmir?

1027.

Which load line zone is Izmir in?

Summer.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Izmir?

The UN/LOCODE of Izmir is TRIZM.

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