Long Pond

Size limits

LOA 149.96m, beam 23.6m, 19,596DWT.

Load line zone

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Tides

Range 1.38m.

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

Approach

Entrance to the Government Wharf is via a dredged channel with 2 breakwaters, width 50m and limiting depths of 8.2m. The turning area in the harbour extends 135m off the wharf with limiting depths of 7.3m near the wharf face. Dredging is ongoing and therefore confirmation of this should be obtained through the regional office.

Approach and entry: Approach is from the N through Conception Bay and entered between breakwaters 90m long with a height above HW of approx 2m, which afford protection to an entrance channel leading into the SW end of the lagoon.

Restrictions

Restrictions will be despatched by Transport Canada, Harbours & Ports Directorate, to ship's agent.

Tugs

There are no tugs available.

Charts and publications

BA 4733. CAN 4848. Admiralty Pilot NP50, NP286(5).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

The second notice should be sent 3 hours prior to the ETA (GMT) at the appropriate boarding station.

Communications

Radio: Coast Guard's Radio (MCTS) Centres enroute to Long Pond operate on a 24 hour basis. The Marine Communications and Traffic Service (MCTS) Centres, (St John's/"VON" St Halifax/"VCS" and Placentia/"VCP"), can be used for passing messages.

VHF: Ch 16, 24 and 26.

Notice of readiness

NOR normally tendered when vessel secured alongside berth except most tankers tender on arrival at the pilot station or at port limits.

Documents

The Oil Record Log book should be up to date and readily available for inspection by Government Steamship Inspectors.

Health

If any of the crew require medical facilities, Masters are requested to notify agents at least 72 hours prior to arrival, of the number of crew to see the doctor and the complaint.

Customs and immigration

Allowances: Each crew member is allowed 200 cigarettes and 1 x 40oz bottle of wine or spirits per week.

Immigration: To comply with immigration regulations, crews should be carefully checked before sailing and any missing crew reported to the agent.

In case of crew members left ashore for any reason, Masters are requested to furnish a letter accepting responsibility for all expenses incurred, advances (if any) and also instructions for repatriation. An Immigration Bond may be required.

Flags

State flag to be flown over the stern and Canadian flag at the mast.

Port State Control here: Paris MOU, 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.

Inspection of ships in Canada

Transport Canada,

Inspection and Operations Standards Division,

Tower C, Place de Ville, 330 Sparks Street, 11th Floor, Ottawa, ON K1A 0N5.

For Flag State Inspection Standards (Canadian Vessels):

Tel: +1 613 991 3135

Fax: +1 613 991 4818

Teletypewriter / TDD: +1 888 675 6863

Email: [email protected]

For Port State Control Standards (Foreign Vessels):

Tel: +1 613 991 3135

Fax: +1 613 993 8196

Teletypewriter / TDD: +1 888 675 6863

Email: [email protected]

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Directorate Marine Security - Transport Canada.

Position: Director General.

Address: 112 Kent Street, Tower B, Place de Ville, Ottawa, ON, K1A ON5, Canada.

Tel: +1 613 851 6302

Fax: +1 613 949 3906

Website: http://www.tc.gc.ca

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

Repairs

There is a marine travelift with a 50t capacity at the Royal Newfoundland Yacht Club.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Fresh water are available at berth.

Bunkers: Ship's bunkers are available at berth.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Health Sciences Centre, 25.9km.

Crew change

Crew changes and repatriation can be carried out, prior notice to agent is required.

Transport

Nearest airport: St. John's International Airport, 29.3km.

Working hours

By arrangement.

Where it is

Long Pond, a public harbour is located on the S shore of Conception Bay, opposite Kellys Island, approx 35km W of Cape St Francis, on the E coast of Newfoundland.

The port

Long Pond is a salt water lagoon lying behind a narrow strip of beach. The SW part contains the commercial port with export of minerals (pyrophyllite), transshipment of aviation fuel, import of grain feed, cement, heliport, supply vessel and occasionally handles passengers. To the NE there is a yacht marina. The navigation season is year round, with occasional icebreaker assistance in early spring.

What are the pilot arrangements at Long Pond?

Pilotage is required by LPHA Inc.

What time zone is Long Pond in?

Local time at Long Pond is UTC−3:30. Clocks go to UTC−2:30 on 14 Mar 2027. Back to UTC−3:30 on 7 Nov 2027.

Which load line zone is Long Pond in?

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Who carries out Port State Control at Long Pond?

Port State Control at Long Pond: Paris MOU, Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Long Pond?

The UN/LOCODE of Long Pond is CALOP.

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