Mangalia

Size limits

Draught 6.4m

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Range 0.3m.

Current: In normal weather the current sets S off the harbour entrance at a rate of 0.5km. The current extends for approx 3nm offshore where its outer limit can be distinguished, as the water forming the current is darker in colour.

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

Approach

From the vicinity of position 43°48'N 028°50'E the recommended approach route leads due W for 10nm to the harbour entrance, passing S of the Harbour Entrance Lightbuoy (S cardinal) (0.275nm SE of NE breakwater head), then S of NE breakwater, the SE extremity of which is marked by a lighthouse (cupola on grey metal framework tower, 21m in height) and into Mangalia harbour the entrance of which is marked by lights (cupola on grey stone and concrete dwelling, 13m in height).

Caution: Attention is drawn to a rock, with a depth of 0.5m over it, that lies 0.2nm S of the SE breakwater head.

Anchorages

Anchorage is available in the roads 1.5 nm NE of the harbour entrance. The anchorage area has depth of 17-22m.

Restrictions

Foreign vessels are prohibited from entering Lacul Mangalia and the channel connecting the basin to the lake.

Tugs

Tug use is compulsory for all vessels.

Charts and publications

BA 2230, 2282, 2284. Admiralty Pilot NP24, NP286(3).

Communications

Radio Constantza, callsign "YQI", working frequency: 500, 461 and 2478kHz.

VHF: Continuously monitored throughout 24hrs.

Harbour Master: Ch 68.

Pilots: Ch 14 and 16.

Standard messages

According to the International Code of Signals.

Notice of readiness

After granting free pratique, a vessel moored in an operative berth receives "Harbour Master's Coming Alongside Permit" and "Custom's Loading/Unloading Permit". Afterwards the vessel may tender Notice of Readiness.

Health

Sanitary Inspection: Immediately after berthing, the Sanitary Commission checks the condition of health of all persons onboard, the nature of cargo, specifications regarding possible diseases, vaccinations, etc. If there is no contamination danger, free pratique is granted to the vessel.

Customs and immigration

Small quantities of goods are allowed for each member of the crew. The quantities, for a 5 day stay in the port, are as follows: For the Master, 400 cigarettes and 2 bottles of alcohol; for each member of the crew, 200 cigarettes and 1 bottle of alcohol.

The quantities in excess of personal use are put under the Customs seal and may be removed only with the Customs approval.

The Immigration Office in the port of Constantza may grant transit visas for seamen disembarked for repatriation.

Flags

No special requirements.

Notices and regulations

SOLAS 74; MARPOL 73/78; STCW 91.

Vessels carrying toxic materials, explosives and inflammable materials are prohibited from entering the roadstead and port.

Foreign vessels are prohibited from entering the N basin, Mangalia Lake and the channel connecting the basin to the lake.

Port State Control here: Paris 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: Constantza Maritime Port Administration.

Address: Incinta Port Constantza, Gara Maritima, 900900, Constantza, Romania.

Tel: +40 241 601097.

Fax: +40 241 619512.

Mob: +40 722 261111.

Email: [email protected].

Website: http://www.constantza-port.ro.

ISPS Designated Authority: Administration of the Navigable Canals.

Address: PO Box 1, 1 Ecluzei Street, Agigea, Constantza, Romania.

Tel: +40 241 738505.

Fax: +40 241 738505.

Mob: +40 722 685782.

Email: [email protected].

Recognised Security Organisations:

RSO - ISSC Issue:

RSO - Security Consultant Services:

Port Security Information:

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

Repairs

A major shipyard with all repair facilities is available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available alongside.

Bunkering: Available by barge and road tanker.

Stores: Provisions are available.

Medical

Heka hospital in Constanta, 48km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Mihail Kogalniceanu International Airport in Romania (70km).

Nearest railway: The port is connected to the national rail network.

Nearest highway: The port is connected to the national road network.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Mangalia is situated on the Black Sea, 38km S of Constantza.

The port

The port mainly handles LPG, dirty products, chemicals, break bulk and dry bulk.

What are the pilot arrangements at Mangalia?

Pilot boards 0.2nm S of the NE breakwater head.

What time zone is Mangalia in?

Local time at Mangalia is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Mangalia?

The deepest berth listed is at Multipurpose Terminal: 6.40 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Mangalia?

1025.

Which load line zone is Mangalia in?

Summer.

Who carries out Port State Control at Mangalia?

Port State Control at Mangalia: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Mangalia?

The UN/LOCODE of Mangalia is ROMAG.

What crews who called at Mangalia 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.

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