PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
New Mangalore
Pilot
updated Jul 2010- New Mangalore boarding Pilot boards12°54.9′N 074°44.3′E
Pilot boarding guidelines for timber carriers:
New Mangalore Port Trust has issued instructions to ensure the safety of pilots boarding timber carriers with deck cargo. In its circular the Port Trust states:
It is observed that the timber carriers with deck cargo calling at New Mangalore Port do not provide safe pilot boarding arrangement. As a result, pilot is subjected to undue risk, which may cause serious injury and even loss of life. Therefore, timber carriers calling at NMPT are required to abide by the following guidelines regarding pilot boarding arrangement.
The above guidelines shall be strictly adhered to, failing which vessel shall not be permitted to pick up the pilot. On arrival at NMPT roads, vessel is required to confirm to the Port Control regarding her compliance with the above pilot boarding arrangement.
Key data
updated Mar 2025Size limits
Harbour: LOA 292m, draught 14.0m, beam 48m, 181,415DWT.
Offshore: LOA 339.5, draught 21m, 321,039DWT.
Water density
Normally between 1022-1025, but during the SW monsoon may fall to 1014-1020.
Load line zone
Tropical.
Tides
The port is subject to semi diurnal tidal variation with the tidal range of about 1.75m.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| MRPL Terminal | 21.00 m | 340 m | 1 |
| Mangalore Coal Terminal | 14.00 m | 292 m | 1 |
| New Mangalore Container Terminal | 14.00 m | 277 m | 1 |
| New Mangalore Port Trust | 14.00 m | 292 m | 14 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Mar 2025Approach
Within the harbour, E of No 11 and 12 Lightbuoys and including the turning circle, (490m diameter) the maintained depth is reduced to15.1m. The N limit of the dredged area is a line drawn between No 12 Lightbuoy to the edge of the turning circle in position 12°55.6'N 074°48.8'E, then to the shore in position 12°55.7'N 074°49.0'E. Immediately E and SW of the turning circle the maintained depth is 14.0m. Near the head of the harbour a basin, 595m in length and 200m wide, leads N from the main harbour, within which the depth varies from 9.5-10.5m.
Port limits
A line joining;
Traffic schemes and VTS
A new Vessel Traffic Management System is in operation. All vessels entering the port will be identified without the need for communication. The system allows remote vessel guidance from a distance of 4nm to the inner harbour.
Anchorages
Anchorage may be obtained 2nm to the N to NW side of Fairway Buoy in approx 16.0-18.0m depth.
Vessels anchoring should keep well clear of the dangerous wreck lying S of the anchorage, and the shoal water in the bar.
Restrictions
The maximum permissible draught is 14.0m. Berthing is available throughout 24 hours. The latest port circular restrictions should be followed - current monsoon draught restriction is 13.25m with 1m height of tide (07/12).
Tugs
There are 6 bollard pull tugs are available but not provided with towing line, ships ropes are required to make fast the tug.
Mooring
On all tanker terminals vessels can provide mooring wires/ropes. All other vessels must provide synthetic ropes for mooring on cargo berths, (from Berth No 1 to Berth No 9 and Berth No 14).
Virtual Jetty: This jetty has been decommissioned.
Charts and publications
BA IN2002, IN2359. Admiralty Pilot NP38, NP286(4).
Reporting before arrival
updated Mar 2020ETA and pre-arrival notices
Should be advised at least 48 hours in advance, stating the vessel's name and nationality, callsign, draught (fore and aft), LOA, GT, NT and last port of call. ETA should be confirmed at least 2 hours in advance to port control. All vessels calling at New Mangalore port must submit following information at least 24 hours in advance of scheduled time of arrival to the deputy conservator/port facility security officer.
Vessels should send ETD at least 1 hour in advance to Port Control.
Communications
Communications Information:
1. VHF: Ch 12 and 16
2. Telephone: +91-824-2407428, +91-824-2407341
Notice of readiness
To be tendered as per terms and conditions of Charter Party. Generally, NOR tendered by master on vessel's arrival advising that vessel is ready to load/discharge the nominated cargo.
Health
Local port health officer grants pratique after boarding vessel. Pratique can be applied for by radio, via agents. The granting of free pratique is not required if already granted by another Indian port.
Customs and immigration
Customs allowances: One bottle of liquor and one carton of cigarettes allowed for each crew member per week.
Immigration: Immigration officials will check passports/CDC (Seaman's Books) and issue shore permits. Pakistan Nationals will not be issued with landing permits.
Flags
Indian National Flag and Ensign.
Inspections
Port State Control here: Indian Ocean MOU.
ISPS
ISPS Designated Authority: Director-General of Shipping.
Position: Nautical Adviser to the Government of India.
Address: Jahaz Bhavan, Walchand Hirachand Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai 400 001, India.
Tel: +91 22 2261 0606
Fax: +91 22 2269 4352
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.dgshipping.com
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org.
Port services
updated Mar 2025Repairs
Minor repair facilities are available.
Dry docks
None available.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Bunkering: Available by pipeline at Berths No 09. Bunker fuel, diesel and lubricants available by road tanker at the other berths.
Stores: Available.
Medical
Nearest hospital: Unity Hospital, 17.1km.
Crew change
Possible.
Transport
Nearest airport: Mangaluru International Airport, 11.2km.
Nearest railway: Jokatte, 9km.
Working hours
General cargo is worked in three shifts, 0600-1400hrs, 1400-2200hrs and 2200-0600hrs. Vegetable oil, tankers, LPG and iron ore is worked throughout 24 hours.
About New Mangalore
updated Mar 2025Where it is
New Mangalore is situated on the W coast of India in the state of Karnataka, 170nm S of Mormugao and 191nm N of Kochi.
The port
The port mainly handles general cargo, coal, iron ore, cements, passengers, dry bulk, containers, chemicals, vegetable oils, crude, clean products, dirty products and LPG.
Traffic
Approx 46,000,000t of cargo, 200,000TEU and 1,500 vessels handled annually.
Questions about New Mangalore
Where does the pilot board at New Mangalore?
The pilot boards at New Mangalore boarding, 12°54.9′N 074°44.3′E.
What time zone is New Mangalore in?
Local time at New Mangalore is UTC+5:30. No summer time.
What is the maximum draft at New Mangalore?
The deepest berth listed is at MRPL Terminal: 21.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at New Mangalore?
Normally between 1022-1025, but during the SW monsoon may fall to 1014-1020.
Which load line zone is New Mangalore in?
Tropical.
Who carries out Port State Control at New Mangalore?
Port State Control at New Mangalore: Indian Ocean MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of New Mangalore?
The UN/LOCODE of New Mangalore is INNML.
Tips from seafarers
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