Lirquen

Size limits

LOA 366.46m, beam 51.2m, draught 15.7m, 165,905DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Southern Winter Seasonal Zone, Winter Apr 16 to Oct 15, Summer Oct 16 to Apr 15.

Tides

Range 1.6m.

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

Approach

From the S end of the TSS in Boca Grande, vessels approach the piers as Lirquen from the N. mariners should be aware that the shore bank between Punta Parra and Punta Lirquen extends up to 0.4nm offshore and is steep-to, especially at its N end.

There are leading marks (triangles) situated on the roofs of the sheds at the root of No 1 Pier to assist in berthing, which should not be carried out in fog, or strong winds. Leading marks are also established to assist in berthing at No 2 Pier.

Port limits

To the W, the meridian of approx 073°01.0'W of a point at the entrance of Rio Andalien.

To the N, the parallel of approx 36°42.0'S of Punta Lirquen.

Traffic schemes and VTS

There is a VTS in operation.

Anchorages

A vessel waiting to berth should anchor 0.4nm off the head of Pier No. 02, in a depth of approx. 18m, mud and sand, good holding ground. Other designated anchorage areas are available and centred on the following positions:

a) 36° 41.900'S 72° 59.300'W

b) 36° 41.900'S 73° 00.300'W

c) 36° 41.900'S 73° 01.100'W

d) 36° 41.200'S 73° 00.700'W (Fumigation/Quarantine Anchorage Area).

Restrictions

At Piers No 1 and 2 berthing takes place throughout 24 hours, at Piers No 3 and 4 berthing takes place in daylight only. When the signal for variable weather is hoisted, Berths No 3 to 6 must be vacated.

Tugs

Tugs are arranged through an agent. All vessel movements require a minimum of two tugs. Number of tugs will be determined by the pilot who must account for vessel particulars and weather conditions.

Mooring

Vessels berth bows N, on either side of the outer end of the jetty, (with 1 anchor laid out). There is a mooring buoy off each of Berths No 3 and 4. The bottom of mud and sand provides good holding.

Charts and publications

BA 4248, 4247, 4246, 4240, 4245. Admiralty Pilot NP7, NP286(7).

ETA 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.

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

Repairs

Deck and engine repairs are possible. There are workshops and a repair yard available at Talcahuano.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Diesel Oil available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Hospital Penco-Lirquen, 1.7km.

Crew change

Facilities exist for repatriation of crew. Crew members are allowed ashore on production of shore pass.

Transport

Nearest airport: Carriel Sur International Airport, 15.1km.

Nearest railway: El Arenal, 19.3km.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Lirquen is located on the SE side of Concepcion Bay.

The port

The port is comprised of two piers that predominantly handle general/bulk cargoes and containers.

Traffic

Approx. 4,000,000t of cargo and 331,000TEU handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Lirquen?

Pilotage is compulsory for all vessels.

What time zone is Lirquen in?

Local time at Lirquen is UTC−3. Back to UTC−4 on 4 Apr 2027. Clocks go to UTC−3 on 5 Sep 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Lirquen?

The deepest berth listed is at Pier No. 02: 15.70 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Lirquen?

1025.

Which load line zone is Lirquen in?

Southern Winter Seasonal Zone, Winter Apr 16 to Oct 15, Summer Oct 16 to Apr 15.

Who carries out Port State Control at Lirquen?

Port State Control at Lirquen: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Lirquen?

The UN/LOCODE of Lirquen is CLLQN.

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