PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Jounieh
Pilot
updated May 2010Compulsory.
Key data
updated May 2010Size limits
LOA 60m, draught 3.7m.
Water density
1025.
Load line zone
Summer.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zouk Edl Power Station | — | — | 1 |
| Liquigaz | — | — | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated May 2010Anchorages
Anchorage may be obtained, in a depth of 8.0m, sand, with Ras et Tair bearing 245° and a Custom House (0.75nm E of Ras et Tair) bearing 153°. Larger vessels may anchor in a depth of 15.0m, sand, with Ras et Tair bearing approx 227° and the Custom House bearing 153°.
Tugs
Not available.
Charts and publications
BA 2633. Admiralty Pilot NP49.
Reporting before arrival
updated Aug 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
Master is to telex/cable his vessel's ETA 7, 3, 2 and 1 day prior to arrival to the attending agents.
The 3 day message is to include the date/time of arrival, arrival draught, number of crew/passengers, LOA, beam and cargo tonnage.
Communications
Masters can use coastal radio stations of Port Said and Larnaca for passing messages.
Inmarsat communication is possible and is recommended.
VHF: Ch 16.
Standard messages
Approaching vessels must remain in contact with Lebanese Patrol Brigade "Oscar Charlie" on VHF Ch 16/11 when at 20, 12, 6 and 1.0nm from port as well as on arrival at anchorage or berth. Same procedure applies on sailing.
Vessels not adhering to Patrol Brigade instructions are heavily penalised.
Notice of readiness
NOR should be tendered upon vessel's arrival at anchorage. However, for tankers and as per local practice (dispute remains subject to charter party terms) NOR is accepted at the time of hose connection.
Documents
In transit
Pages (number ........) weight (actual weight in kg)
Signed/stamped by the master of the vessel.
Special forms for immigration/quarantine and harbour master will be delivered by the agent upon the vessel's arrival.
Health
Free pratique can only be granted after vessel's arrival/berthing.
Special forms will be delivered by health authority's representative on the vessel's arrival.
Ship Sanitation Control and Exemption Certificates can be renewed.
Customs and immigration
For officers and crew, a customs allowance of 40 cigarettes per day of vessel's estimated stay in port is granted. Penalties for non compliance are very heavy since Customs authorities are very strict.
Immigration: Board vessel immediately upon arrival and shore passes are thereafter issued to all members of the crew. There are no restrictions on crew/passengers as long as they will be sailing with the vessel. Visas are not granted for arriving crew/passengers for the vessel's stay in Lebanon. A transit visa, valid for 24 hours, between the port and airport is granted for joining/leaving crew.
Notices and regulations
Vessels calling at Lebanese ports must have never called at any Israeli port and/or been owned by Israeli interests.
Inspections
ISPS
ISPS Designated Authority: Ministry of Transport, Directorate General of Land and Maritime Transport.
Position: Director General of land & Maritime Transport.
Address: George Picot St, Starco Bldg, 3rd floor, Beirut, Lebanon.
Tel: +961 1 372436.
Fax: +961 1 372435.
Mobile: +961 3312385.
E-mail: [email protected]
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
Port services
updated Aug 2010Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Bunkering: Available subject to prior arrangement.
Medical
2 hospitals and several clinics are nearby.
Transport
Nearest airport: Beirut International Airport (30km).
Working hours
Normally 0800-1400hrs.
About Jounieh
updated May 2010Where it is
Jounieh is situated approx 30km N of Beirut.
The port
Jounieh is a small port dealing mostly with coastal traffic.
Questions about Jounieh
What are the pilot arrangements at Jounieh?
Compulsory.
What time zone is Jounieh in?
Local time at Jounieh is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 27 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 30 Oct 2027.
What is the water density at Jounieh?
1025.
Which load line zone is Jounieh in?
Summer.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Jounieh?
The UN/LOCODE of Jounieh is LBQJN.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Jounieh 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.
A planning aid, not for navigation. These facts come from public sources and each section shows how old it is. Check with the port, your agent, your ENCs and official publications. Spotted something wrong? Tell us on the feedback board.