Mongstad

Size limits

LOA 380m, beam 60m, draught 25m, 440,000DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

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

Tides

Range 1.5m.

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

Approach

Two approach channels, one N of Holmengra and then entered through Fensfjorden, the other S of Fedje, with deep water up to 38m depth, give good access to Mongstad.

An approach channel extends from a position 2.5nm WNW of Holmengra, passing N of Grimeskjaer, then ESE through Fjensfjord to the jetties. The channel is 0.5nm wide W of Grimeskjaer and 0.35nm wide E of that rock.

Anchorages

There is no anchorage for VLCC's which should drift west of Holmengroe Lighthouse.

Anchorage for Mongstad is available in Fonnesflaket, W of Havarden. Further particulars may be obtained from the pilot and Fedje VTS centre permission should be requested beforehand.

Tugs

Ships that do not comply must use additional tug assistance during their calls at Mongstad Terminal.

Mooring

Mooring arrangements: With the exception of Jetties No 3, 4 and 10 the jetties are equipped with quick release hooks mooring units which can be operated from the jetty office. Jetties No 1 and 7 have berthing aid systems to monitor vessel's approach velocity and distance from the jetty.

Jetty 14: All wires must have tails. Mooring boat will pick up the spring lines. The wind limit for accepting a ULCC alongside is 23.3kts. There should be no mix of ropes and wires to the same mooring point. Mooring: Ships must be securely moored and maintained in position at all times. The Master is responsible for ensuring mooring lines are tendered and vessel movement is minimised. For vessels above 50,000DWT a min of 10 mooring lines must be permanently installed on mooring winches.

Self tensioning winches must be secured with winches in the locked position at all times. Use of self tensioning winches in automatic mode is strictly forbidden. Wires and ropes not permanently installed on mooring winches shall be secured on bitts. Vessels must, in addition to the normal number of mooring lines, have two extra lines spare both forward and aft.

All mooring wires must have rope tails and wires and ropes must not be mixed in the same direction.

While secured alongside, towing wires with sufficient length and strength must be provided on the seaward bow and quarter. The eyes of the towing wires must be maintained just above the water ready for emergency towing.

Charts and publications

BA 1427, 2182C, 2182D. Admiralty Pilot NP57A, NP286(2).

Standard messages

See country information.

Notice of readiness

Tank temperature: Notice of Readiness (NOR) will not be accepted if a vessel has "warm" tanks, that is when the temperature of the remaining liquid is in excess of 10°C above atmospheric boiling point of the liquid product to be loaded.

Equinor's policy is to not permit inerting while alongside the berth and in most cases berthing will not be permitted.

Documents

Note: (1) At first port of call in Norway only.

The above are required by Customs. Additional Crew and Passenger Lists are required by Immigration officials.

There are no special forms to be completed. Agent can supply Customs forms if not available onboard.

Health

There is no need to apply for pratique.

Ship Sanitation Control Certificates (SSCC) can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

Customs: Officers may board for routine inspection of vessel and documents. Customs allowance for crew and officers is that stated on the Personal Effects Declaration. Goods on the declaration are not to be taken ashore. Penalties for non compliance are severe fines.

Immigration: Board at first port of call (cruise vessels only). They require a Crew List and a Passenger List and will make random Passport inspections. All Passports should be available for a quick clearance which normally takes 15-20 minutes.

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.

Inspection of ships in Norway

Norwegian Maritime Authority

Address: Smedasundet 50 A, Haugesund

Tel: +47 52 74 51 30

Fax: +47 52 74 50 01

Email: [email protected]

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Norwegian Maritime Authority

Address: Smedasundet 50 A, Haugesund

Tel: +47 52 74 51 30

Fax: +47 52 74 50 01

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.sjofartsdir.no

Recognised Security Organisations:

RSO - ISSC Issue: DNV

RSO - Security Consultant Services: Norwegian Maritime Authority

Port Security Information: Norwegian Costal Administration

Telephone: +47 22 65 58 20

Website: www.kystverket.no

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

Repairs

Available.

Dry docks

Drydocks available at Bergen Port, docking facilities for vessels up to LOA 207m.

Contact Mjellem e Karlsen, Laksevaag Verft, Tel: +47 55 54 24 00.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Potable water is available at Equinor Mongstad jetties No 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 14. The quantity delivered is metered and supplied through a 2.5in hose. Fresh water also available at Mongstad Base facilities.

Bunkering: Bunkering facilities are available at all the Equinor Mongstad jetties except No 4, 10 and 14. Bunkering from a vessel is available only at Jetty 14 and should be carried only be before or after cargo operations or STS transfer. The amount loaded is metered. All types of bunker supplies including LNG bunkering also available at Mongstad Base facilities with exception of BOH Quay and Quay 7.

Equinor is responsible for supplying bunkers and all requests should be made to Equinor, Denmark Tel: +45 33 42 43 03.

Stores: It is preferable for stores to be handled before or after cargo operations. Only small items carried by hand may be taken onboard during cargo operations.

Medical

Bergen, 70km.

Crew change

Possible with suitable notice through ship's agent.

Transport

Nearest airport: Flesland, 77km.

Airport facilities: International.

Nearest railway: Bergen, 70km.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours a day.

Where it is

Mongstad refinery and oil terminal are located on Lindashalvoya and situated in Fensfjorden, 27nm NNW of Bergen.

The port

The Mongstad refinery, the largest in Norway, is operated by Equinor and has facilities for the reception of crude oil shipped in from the North Sea, with crude oil and light refined petroleum products being exported.

Mongstad Base, situated on the S side of Fensfjorden, 1.25nm SE of Mongstad Oil Terminal, is an important supply base for the offshore oil industry.

Traffic

Approx 2,300 vessels handled annually.

What time zone is Mongstad in?

Local time at Mongstad is UTC+1. Clocks go to UTC+2 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+1 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Mongstad?

The deepest berth listed is at Equinor Mongstad: 25.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Mongstad?

1025.

Which load line zone is Mongstad 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 Mongstad?

Port State Control at Mongstad: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Mongstad?

The UN/LOCODE of Mongstad is NOMON.

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