PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Nueva Gerona
Pilot
updated May 2010Compulsory. Pilot is picked up at Punta Frances.
Key data
updated Dec 2016Size limits
Vessels are permitted to load up to a draught of 5.79m and LOA 152m.
Water density
Brackish water (1005 to 1010).
Load line zone
North Atlantic Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical Nov 1 to Jul 15, Summer Jul 16 to Oct 31.
Tides
Range 0.3m.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Terminal | — | — | 3 |
| Naviera Cubana Caribena Ferry Terminal | — | — | 1 |
| Liquid Bulk Terminal | — | — | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Dec 2016Approach
The approach route to Nueva Gerona leads from Punta Frances and Ensenada Siguanea along the NW and N coast of Isla de la Juventud. Vessels with a draught of 5.6m can use this route. The entrance channel has a width of 3.2km.
Anchorages
No 1 Anchorage, with depths of 6m is situated 1.7nm NE of the mouth of the river. Ten vessels with a draught of 5.6m may anchor in this anchorage.
Restrictions
Entry and sailing by daylight hours only.
Tugs
Compulsory.
Charts and publications
BA 98, 3867. Admiralty Pilot NP70, NP286(7).
Reporting before arrival
updated May 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
Initial ETA should be sent on departure from last port. If time permits, further ETA's should be sent 10, 7, 5, 3 and 1 day prior to arrival. The messages must include date and time of arrival and expected draughts on arrival.
Communications
Customs Coast Radio Station "CLA CU" can be used for passing messages. The station operates throughout 24 hours. Inmarsat is the preferred method of communication and should be used, to contact agents, whenever possible.
Notice of readiness
Normally tendered when a vessel is alongside and ready to work cargo or on arrival at the outer roads of the port if no berth is available.
Health
Free pratique should be requested by radio. Health Certificates can be renewed by phytosanitary organisations.
Inspections
ISPS
ISPS Designated Authority: Ministerio del Interior, Direccion de Proteccion.
Contact person: Manager.
Address: Santa Catalina 501, 10 de Octubre, Ciudad de la Habana, 10500, Cuba.
Tel: +53 7 577376 or +53 7 577377.
E-mail: [email protected]
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
US Coast Guard announced that it is imposing conditions of entry on vessels arriving in the United States after having called at any port in Cuba, during their last five port calls. In summary, each affected vessel must: (1) implement the Security Level 2 measures from its ship security plan while in any port of the country; (2) ensure that each access point is guarded and that guards have total visibility of the exterior of the vessel while in the port; (3) attempt to execute a Declaration of Security while in the port; (4) log all security actions; and (5) report actions taken to the pertinent USCG Captain of the Port [COTP] prior to arrival in the US. See 76 Fed Reg 30954.
Port services
updated Dec 2016Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Medical
Heroes del Baire Hospital, 13.8km.
Transport
Nearest airport: Rafael Cabrera Airport located at Nueva Gerona, 10.4km.
Working hours
Mon-Fri 0700-1100hrs and 1300-1700hrs; Sat 0700-1100hrs. Work is possible in certain cases on holidays and Sun.
About Nueva Gerona
updated Dec 2016Where it is
Nueva Gerona is situated on the W bank of the River Las Casas, which flows into the sea near the Isle of Pinos on the North coast.
The port
The port handle bulk cargo for minerals product and grain and crude oil. There is a ferry terminal for vessels belonging to a local coastal passenger company. Other vessels load citrus fruit from lighters at anchorage.
Questions about Nueva Gerona
What are the pilot arrangements at Nueva Gerona?
Compulsory. Pilot is picked up at Punta Frances.
What time zone is Nueva Gerona in?
Local time at Nueva Gerona is UTC−5. Clocks go to UTC−4 on 14 Mar 2027. Back to UTC−5 on 7 Nov 2027.
What is the water density at Nueva Gerona?
Brackish water (1005 to 1010).
Which load line zone is Nueva Gerona in?
North Atlantic Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical Nov 1 to Jul 15, Summer Jul 16 to Oct 31.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Nueva Gerona?
The UN/LOCODE of Nueva Gerona is CUGER.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Nueva Gerona 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.
Plan a route to Nueva Gerona →
A planning aid, not for navigation. These facts come from public sources and each section shows how old it is. Check with the port, your agent, your ENCs and official publications. Spotted something wrong? Tell us on the feedback board.