Kompong Som

Size limits

Harbour: Max LOA 294.1m, beam 38m, draught 11.5m, 60,000DWT.

Offshore: Max LOA 110m, draught 6.6m, 3,700DWT.

Water density

1022.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Average tidal level is 1.2m between low tide and high tide.

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

Approach

The port may be approached from within Kompong Som Bay, or from the S. Kompong Som Bay may be entered from the W via the channel between Kaoh Rung (10°43'N 103°15'E) and Kaoh Ta Team (2nm N); the channel between Kaoh Rung and Kaoh Rung Samloem (2.4nm SSE) may be used, but it is rocky and unsuitable for anchoring. From S, the channels between Kaoh Rung Samloen and Kaoh Kaong Kang and between Kaoh Kaong Kang and Kaoh Poah are clear of dangers.

Kompong Som is generally approached from S, and entered via Deep Passage (10°36'N 103°29'E), or, if making for a berth N of Kaoh Poah, approached via the channel between Kaoh Kaong Kang and Kaoh Dek Koul, and entered via North Passage.

South Channel: Extends from SV Buoy to Berth No 3 between Koh Pos and shore line with smallest depth of 8.2m. Marked by seven buoys and two leading alignments, Loune alignment (31°35') and Airfield alignment (189°).

North Channel: Lighted by 2 buoys - 'A' Buoy (white light) and 'B' Buoy (green light) on starboard side. Minimum depth of 7.0m, near 'B' Buoy. The channel leads to the inner anchorage and is reserved for small draught vessels.

Tanker Channel: Has a natural depth of 11.0-13.0m and is reserved for all tankers. It leads to the pier, CBM (Conventional Buoy Moorings) and the new tanker terminal.

Caution: Local knowledge is required when proceeding to the head of Kompong Som Bay as there are numerous fishing stakes inshore of the 10m depth contour.

Anchorages

There are three entry anchorages and one waiting anchorage inside the port area for deeper draught vessels.

Tugs

There are 5 tugs in use, 2 of which are single screw tugs of 800hp, 3 others are twin screw of 1,600hp and 1,800hp. Tugs join vessels at the berth, preferably ship's line is used. For vessels with pitch control it is recommended to use tug's line. At least one tug is required for berthing.

Charts and publications

BA 2103, 3967, 3879, 3985. Admiralty Pilot NP30, NP286(6).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

ETA's should be sent 48, 24 hours prior arrival at the port.

Communications

VHF: Ch 16.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Ministry of Public Works and Transport, General Department of Transport, Merchant Marine Department.

Address: Russian Blvd, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

Tel: +855 23 214907.

Fax: +855 23 883874.

Email: [email protected].

Recognised Security Organisations:

RSO - Security Consultant Services: ABS, BV, CCS, Class NK, DNV, GL, KR, LR, RINA, RMRS, GMB, INCLAMAR, INSB, IRS.

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

ISPS Compliance: The US Coast Guard has reported that vessels arriving at US ports from ports in Cambodia, with the exception of Phnom Penh Autonomous Port and Sihanoukville Autonomous Port, will be subject to increased attention and are more likely to be boarded and inspected due to their country's failure to maintain effective anti terrorism measures.

Repairs

Available, small repairs only.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available at terminal and berth facilities operates by Port Autonome de Sihanoukville (PAS).

Bunkering: Available. Bunker delivery by road tanker at terminal and berth facilities operates by Port Autonome de Sihanoukville (PAS) only with advance notice and in small quantities or by barge at anchorage.

Medical

Preah Sihanouk Province Referral Hospital, 5km.

Transport

Airport: Local service at Sihanoukville Airport, 18km. International service at Phnom Penh Airport, 166km.

Nearest railway: Kompong Som.

Working hours

The port operates throughout 24 hours for container handling, divided into two shifts. General cargo handling is divided into three shifts.

Where it is

Kompong Som, also known as Sihanoukville, is a province in southern Cambodia on the Gulf of Thailand which is located about 185km SW of Phnom Penh.

The port

The port of Kompong Som consists of four operating areas. The main port area is located at Sihanouk for handling dry cargo, break bulk, and containers. Pointe du Depart consist of several oil jetties, NE from main port area. An oil jetty operated by LHR Asean Investment and private power plant terminal located futher NE from Pointe du Depart. SE from main port area is the sea island facilities made for PTT tanker vessel's. Kompong Som has established Special Economic Zone (SEZ) with financial support by Japan to enhance the economic development for the port.

Main Imports - Fuel, fabric, coal, construction materials, machinery, clothes, automobiles, cigarettes, vehicles.

Main Exports - Garments, shows, rice, wood, cigarettes, rubber, machinery, aluminium, sea food, medicine, beer.

Traffic

Approx 5,300,000t of cargo, 633,000TEU, 41,000 passengers and 1,500 vessels are handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Kompong Som?

Pilotage is compulsory for all vessels.

What time zone is Kompong Som in?

Local time at Kompong Som is UTC+7. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Kompong Som?

The deepest berth listed is at Kampuchea Tela Co. Ltd.: 11.50 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Kompong Som?

1022.

Which load line zone is Kompong Som in?

Tropical.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Kompong Som?

The UN/LOCODE of Kompong Som is KHKOS.

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