Mariupol

Size limits

Max LOA 200m, beam 27.23m, 37,372DWT.

Water density

1005.

Load line zone

Summer Zone for vessels over 100m in length and Winter Seasonal Area for vessels of 100m or less in length, Winter Dec 1 to Feb 28/29, Summer Mar 1 to Nov 30.

Tides

The water level is subject to variations caused mainly by the winds, which are more pronounced in autumn.

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

Approach

For the latest controlling depths, vessels should consult the local harbour and pilotage authorities.

Mariupol harbour is approached by a buoyed channel that has been dredged through the coastal bank.

A vessel is regarded as arrived at Mariupol after dropping anchor at the outer roads anchorage or passed Buoys No 1 and 2 (46°53.1'N 037°27.1'E).

Buoys No 1 and 2 are situated at the entrance to the Mariupol Approach Channel. The channel is 9.4nm in length, 100m in width and has an average depth of 8.6m. This leads to the Coal Harbour and further on to the port piers and to the Azov Ship Repairing Yard.

Least depths of dredged approach channels is 8.2m for Vuhilna Harbour and 3.7m for the port of Azovstal.

Azovstal: If open, only vessels maximum 4.5m. draught and up to 200m length are allowed into the port area. Larger vessels may be allowed, following consultation with the Harbour Master. A buoyed channel, approximately 3.0nm long, leads NE from Muriupol (course 044°).

Port limits

The port complex consists of the outer roads (anchorages), inner roads (forming the Grain Harbour, Coal Harbour and Western Harbour) and approach channel. The inner road is bounded by the East Pier, North Mole, South Mole, Eastern Mole, Dike Dam and West Mole.

Traffic schemes and VTS

Further information will always be given, on request.

Anchorages

The area, enclosed by the outer edges of the Southern and Eastern moles together with the line connecting the breakwater and the Southern Mole extremity, is used for temporary anchorage of small vessels.

Azovstal Port: When waiting for entering the port, vessels may stay in the outer road at Anchorage 458 (see above) or an area to the East of Mariupol Port assigned to vessels with a maximum draught of 3.5m.

Restrictions

Vessels can enter and leave the port at any time, day or night.

The max speed in the approach channel is 8kts and in the part protected by a wooden dam the max speed is 3kts. The speed of a vessel may be increased in case of necessity in order to keep the vessel on course along the leading line or to prevent drifting out of the channel due to current and wind effects.

Traffic: Two way traffic in the approach channel is permitted, except with wind speeds above 28kts, visibility less than 2nm. The VTS will then declare one way traffic only for passing tankers and vessels over 150m. One way navigation may be introduced in the Mariupol approach channel in instances of strong winds or vessels having a draught greater than 5.0m.

Ice: Ice breaker assistance is necessary during the winter months.

All vessels entering or leaving the port should have an under keel clearance of not less than 0.2m.

Vessels with a draught of 7.5m or more, proceeding in the approach channel are considered to be restricted by draught and shall exhibit the signals as specified by Rule 28 of IRPCS-72.

Tugs

Tugs are available and compulsory when berthing. Vessels of 1,500GT or greater must employ 2 tugs. Tugs should be ordered 40mins before entering the port and 30mins prior to unmooring or shifting. Such orders should be submitted to the Mariupol port's Operator.

Azovstal: Tugs should be ordered no later than 40 minutes before entering the port and 30 minutes before sailing.

Mooring

The quay to which a vessel is to berth must be 30m longer than the vessel's LOA. Berthing and unberthing is not permitted if the wind speed exceeds 27kts.

General berthing information: During a stay in the outer roads a vessel should monitor VHF Ch 16 or 14. The Master is informed of berthing at least one hour prior to the embarkation of the pilot.

Charts and publications

BA 2234, 3303. Admiralty Pilot NP24, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Vessels must contact Mariupol' Radio 5 and Mariupol' Port Control Radio 19 on VHF Channel 14 to obtain permission to manoeuvre within port waters. This permission is valid for 30mins. If the vessel has not commenced movement within this time, permission is cancelled and a new request must be made.

Notice of readiness

All copies of the NOR are to be given to the agent and are to be accepted by the agent. Two copies will be returned to the Master and two accepted copies will be handed over to the Port Authorities.

Documents

All the above forms will be delivered by the agent.

Cargo documentation: Cargo documents are made out by a special port department on the order of the shippers' agents. All the documents are delivered onboard by the vessel's agent and are finally stamped by the Customs Officers onboard.

Health

Free pratique will be issued by the Health Authorities after inward clearance.

Local regulations relating to health matters: Vessels are to be equipped with facilities (sewage tanks and/or a sewage treatment plant, etc) duly tested and certified to exclude the discharge of non purified substances (sewage, etc) overboard.

Customs and immigration

Customs restrictions on crews and passengers: Narcotics, arms, ammunition, pornographic material is to be declared by the Master and sealed by a Customs Officer on arrival.

Immigration restrictions on crews and passengers: Immigration pass cards are issued to crew going ashore. Crew members must return to the ship within each 24 hour period. Penalties may be applied by Immigration Authorities for the loss of pass cards and/or returning late to the ship.

Flags

According to international rules, no special requirements for national or other flags.

Notices and regulations

Copies of local regulations and notices will be presented to the Master of an arriving vessel, eg pollution, garbage, safety, etc. Master is given a copy of the "Immigration Rules". Agent also informs the Master, orally, of sanitary requirements.

During the Winter months, if there is any risk of becoming ice bound, the Harbour Authorities request departing vessels to have at least ten days of bunkers, provisions and fresh water.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Ministry of Transport of Ukraine, State Department of Maritime and Inland Water Transport.

Position: Director.

Address: 14 Peremogy Ave, Kiev, 01135, Ukraine.

Tel: +38 044 461 5198

Fax: +38 044 461 5318

Email: [email protected]

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

Repairs

Repairs of all kinds can be undertaken for vessels of up to 9,000DWT. Floating dock capable of handling vessels up to LOA 200m and 15,000DWT also available.

Dry docks

Contact Azov Ship Repairing Yard for availability of services, Tel: +380 62 937 1321; Fax: +380 62 937 8459; Telex: 155156 MRR.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available either from quay or barge.

Bunkering: Available.

Stores and technical supplies: Available, but to be ordered 24 hours beforehand through the vessel's agent.

Medical

Available at the Marine Hospital at the port.

Crew change

For crew to be repatriated a visa is required, which can be arranged through agents. Ship owners are advised to obtain air tickets beforehand from Kiev to required destination. International flights from Kiev are generally reliable.

Transport

Nearest airport: Mariupol, 12km from the port. Local flights only and occasional flights to Moscow.

Working hours

The port works throughout 24 hours. Stevedore shifts 0800-2000hrs and 2000-0800hrs.

Overtime is charged from 1600-2359hrs and 0001-0800hrs weekdays and 0001-2359hrs on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.

Where it is

A Sea of Azov port, Mariupol is situated 14nm N of the entrance into the Taganrog Gulf, at the western end and at the mouth of the Kalmius River. Azovstal Port lies 3.0nm to the NE.

The port

The port of Mariupol consists of the outer and inner roads and approach channels. The inner roads include the Grain Harbour, Coal Harbour and Western Harbour. According to their speciality, port berths can handle bulk (coal, ores, grain) general (steel products, equipment, etc), containerised, perishable, sunflower seed oil and other cargoes. Depths at the port berths are up to 9.75m.

Azovstal harbour is located 3.5nm to the NE and was reportedly closed.

Traffic

Approx 6,870,000t of cargo (including approx 536,000t of coal and 200,000t of grain) handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Mariupol?

Pilotage is compulsory for all foreign vessels and is available throughout 24 hours.

What time zone is Mariupol in?

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

What is the water density at Mariupol?

1005.

Which load line zone is Mariupol in?

Summer Zone for vessels over 100m in length and Winter Seasonal Area for vessels of 100m or less in length, Winter Dec 1 to Feb 28/29, Summer Mar 1 to Nov 30.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Mariupol?

The UN/LOCODE of Mariupol is UAMPW.

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