Paranagua

1. Paranaguá, Antonina e terminais Petrobras, Catalini e Ponta do Felix Pilot boards25°38.6′S 048°15.1′W

Size limits

LOA 366m, beam 51.2m, draught 13.3m, 202,562DWT.

Water density

1006-1013. Water is brackish.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Mean spring range approx 1.7m, mean neap range approx 0.3m. At springs, the flood tidal stream off the port attains a rate of 0.75kt and the ebb stream has a rate of up to 2.4kts. At neaps the flood and ebb currents tidal streams attain a rate of approx 0.75kt.

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

Approach

Vessels should obtain up to date local information on depths in channels and basins, as reported depths may change due to siltation. Dredged approach channels are not safe for navigation during times of high winds.

The approach to the port of Paranagua lies in the W branch of Paranagua Bay, 12nm WNW of Ponta das Conchas.

The main access channel to the ports of Paranagua and Antonina is the Galheta Channel, which has a maximum depth of 13.3m and is approx 20.0nm in length. Reportedly, the channel is due to be dredged to a depth of 16.0m, width 200m, for a length of 6km. Note, Galheta Channel is subject to silting and depths may be less than stated. The SE channel may be used as an alternative for smaller vessels up to a draught of 6.0m.

The maximum official draught for crossing the bar is 9.5m during Springs and 8.8m during Neaps.

Three Turning Basins are indicated on Charts as A, B and C. Each section is 500m wide and run parallel to the Commercial Quay area. Turning basin depths are between 8.53m to 12.7m with a width of 500m.

Port limits

The port area covers the port shore installations in Paranagua Bay, from Pontal do Sul and extending to the Nhundiarquara River mouth.

Anchorages

Evolution (turning) Basin: An area intended for vessels to manoeuvre, with an approximate width of 700m along the extension from the Terminal de Petroleiros to the wharfs of the port. There are three areas, A, B and C with their Northern boundaries formed by the 10m contour line, westwards of Pedra da Palangana. Depths vary from 8.53m up to 12.7m.

Restrictions

The main wharf: Manoeuvring area is 700m wide and extends along the whole length of Paranagua Wharf, within this area. The max speed is in the harbour area is 8kts.

Vessels close to the max authorised draught should only be moved from 2 hours before HW.

Between berth Nos 1 to 13 vessels with a draught near 10.7m should only be moved by tug.

The Petroleum Terminal: On internal berth manoeuvring only takes place on out going tide with slight current.

Night berthing only with agreement of pilot/master and with sufficient berth lighting available.

Export Corridor Berths: Night navigation only for vessels up to 11.7m draught.

Tugs

There are 6 tugs with bollard pull ranging from 16-33t operated by Cia Nav das Lagosi, Saveiros Camuyranos and Metalnave.

Their use for berthing, unberthing and changing berth is governed by the port captain's Regulations. Tug assistance is compulsory for vessels with a draught greater than 9.4m when navigating in the channel.

Larger craft may also be employed in fire fighting and salvage operations offshore. The use of tugs is obligatory for berthing and unberthing. The number of tugs to be used are decided by the port captain and pilot.

Mooring

Vessel's mooring is performed by the port administration (APPA) and supervised by the pilot. Manoeuvres are monitored by cameras placed in the upper part of the loading arms.

Charts and publications

BA 587, 589, 3981; Brazilian Navy Charts 1820, 1821. Admiralty Pilot NP5. NP286(7).

US 24130, 24133, 24141. US Sailing Directions 124 (East Coast of South America).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Vessels bound for the Petroleum Terminal must advise their ETA through the agent, 24 hours prior to arrival.

Communications

NAVTEX and RENEC: Although Brazilian MMS does not operate NAVTEX stations, the Maritime Safety Information (MSI) produced for MET AREA V is transmitted, on request, to mariners who are in coastal areas on certain VHF and HF Frequencies.

See Brazilian marine weather service webpage (https://www.mar.mil.br/dhn/chm/meteo/info/transmissoesing.htm)

Notice of readiness

The NOR is tendered according to the Charter Party or shippers instructions.

The NOR for Terminal de Petroleiros de Paranagua must be sent from the anchorage zone when the vessel is ready to operate under all aspects, and comply with instructions and procedures established by Petrobas.

Customs and immigration

Contraband: Brazilian laws are very strict with respect to smuggling and Masters are requested to instruct their crews not to take more than 2 packets of cigarettes and other articles ashore. Cigarettes in cartons, tobacco, alcoholic beverages, narcotics, souvenirs, explosives, firearms, etc should be collected prior to arrival in port and listed with the items in the Crew's Personal Effects List and placed in the custody of the Master.

Immigration: All a vessel's passengers and/or crew members may only enter the national territory after their documents have been inspected by the Federal Police Department, the Revenue Authorities and the Port Health Authorities.

Vessels owners are responsible for the disembarkation and the embarkation of transit passengers as well as crew members who fail to join a vessel before it sails. Such responsibility includes the maintenance and other expenses until repatriation. In the event of non existence of a compulsory deposit as guarantee to cover such expenses, owners will sign, at the Federal Police Department, a form of responsibility inherent to such obligations as therein expressed.

Flags

All vessels, while in Brazilian ports, must fly the Brazilian national flag from 0800hrs to sunset.

Notices and regulations

The local port authority should be contacted regarding the regulations for the port of Paranagua and for vessels transiting the Galheta Channel.

Turning Propeller: Berthed tankers are not permitted to turn their propellers while hoses are connected. Jacking gear may be used upon notice to the terminal operator, provided the screw is turned slow enough to ensure total safety. The vessel will be held responsible for any damages.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Comissao Nacional de Seguranca Publica nos Portos, Terminais e Vias Navegaveis - CONPORTOS.

Contact person: Ezio Borghetti.

Position: Secretario Executivo.

Address: Esplenada dos Ministerios, Bloco T, 5 andar - Ministerio da Justica, DF, 70064-900, Brasilia, Brazil.

Tel: +55 61 429 3173.

Fax: +55 61 429 9169.

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: http://www.mj.gov.br

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

Repairs

Paranagua port is set to increase the operational draught of its Paranaguá Container Terminal in Brazil from 12.3 m to 13 m.

Small structural and machinery repairs available at the port. There is a patent slip for vessels up to 200t.

Dry docks

None available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available along the quay at 47 hydrants at rate up to 27tph. Water barges available with capacity of 400t, pumping rate of 150tph. Recommended that vessels advise Agent of their requirements prior to arrival.

Bunkering: Bunkering at Paranagua is handled by Empresa Transportadora Maritima Estrela Ltd, a privately owned harbour transportation firm. Bunkering can be made by barge to vessels lying at any point in the port's inner roads or berthed alongside. Alternatively bunkers may be taken on by vessels direct from Petrobras oil connections at the tanker terminal.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Hospital and medical facilities are available, there is also an emergency care centre within the port operating 24 hours a day.

Transport

Nearest airport: The air transportation system of the State of Paraná is run by Infraero, Brazil’s Federal Airport infrastructure company. The system includes three airports operating for passengers located at São José of Pinhais (close to Curitiba and 80Km from Paranaguá), Londrina and Foz do Iguaçu.

Nearest railway: Curitiba/Paranagua railway network.

Road: BR-277 Federal Highway linking Paranaguá to Curitiba and to the BR-116 by the State Highways PR-408, PR-411 and PR-410.

Working hours

Normally 0700-1100hrs, 1300-1700hrs, 1900-2300hrs and 0001-0400hrs.

Where it is

Paranagua is located at the S edge of Paranagua Bay, approx 27km from the bar and 100km by highway from Curitiba, the state capital.

The port

Paranagua handles mainly soya beans, wheat, pellets, fertilisers, salt, mineral ores, vehicles, sugar, paper and timber. The port has two combination tanker/LPG terminals, a container and vehicle terminal.

The harbour area includes both public, private and leased berths. The Main Quay is connected by a complex system silos and conveyors located behind Berth areas 201 to 214 (The Port of Paranagua Export Corridor Compound). All the berths with most berths usually being used by more than one Company and controlled via a central master system operated by Port of Paranagua (Administração dos Portos de Paranaguá e Antonina or APPA).

All loaded grain trucks entering the Port area pass through a Monitoring Yard where grain quality is assessed before storage and loading on to ships. Up to 1,000 trucks can be processed in one day.

The port of Antonina (also known as Barao de Teffe) is accessed via the Paranagua River and is situated 14nm upstream from Paranagua. See separate entry.

Traffic

Approx 73,500,000t of cargo, 1,663,000TEU, and 2,000 vessels handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Paranagua?

The pilot boards at Paranaguá, Antonina e terminais Petrobras, Catalini e Ponta do Felix, 25°38.6′S 048°15.1′W.

What time zone is Paranagua in?

Local time at Paranagua is UTC−3. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Paranagua?

The deepest berth listed is at Technint (Porto Pontal Parana): 14.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Paranagua?

1006-1013. Water is brackish.

Which load line zone is Paranagua in?

Summer.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Paranagua?

The UN/LOCODE of Paranagua is BRPNG.

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