Pimentel

Size limits

Max draught 9.1-9.7m.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Range 1.82m.

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

Anchorages

Vessels of 7.6m draught anchor in 10m to 11m of water approx 1.5nm to 2.0nm SW of the pier. Vessels should beware of the many lighters and small craft in these areas which do not carry proper lights, or none at all.

Tugs

Small tugs available.

Charts and publications

BA 3089. NP7. US22130.

ETA and pre-arrival notices

The initial ETA should be sent 7 days prior to arrival to the shippers and consignees. The message must include last port of call and any dangerous cargo destined for the port and/or in transit.

Additional ETA should be sent 72hrs prior to arrival to the Harbour Master and Port Authorities. This message should also advise of dangerous goods onboard.

All ETA messages to include date and hour of arrival, draught, number of crew and if there are passengers onboard.

Communications

Locally VHF Ch: 16.

Communication through INMARSAT is also possible.

Long Range Communication:

Paita, Callao and Mollendo coast radio stations are recommended for use at long range. All 3 work throughout 24 hours.

Paita: Callsign "OBY2", transmits on 8527kHz and 2182-2,738kHz. Receives on 8362.2-8366.4kHz and 2182kHz.

Callao: Callsign "OBC3", transmits on 460-50kHz, 8546kHz, 13015.5kHz, 2182-2738kHz. Receives on 500kHz, 8363.2kHz, 8366.4kHz, 12544.8kHz.

Mollendo: Callsign "OBF4", transmits on 8490kHz, 2182kHz. Receives on 8363.2kHz, 8366.4kHz, 2182kHz.

Communication is possible through Inmarsat.

VHF: Ch 16.

Standard messages

When entering Peruvian waters a message must be sent under prefix "SHIPREP/EPW". The message must contain: Name of vessel, callsign, nationality, date/hour of entry into Peruvian waters, last port of call, true course and speed on entry, port of destination and ETA.

Every day at 0800hrs and 2000hrs a vessel, in Peruvian waters, must advise: Name, callsign, nationality, date/hour, position, course, speed, port of destination, ETA.

One hour before arrival at a Peruvian port a vessel must advise, under prefix "SHIPREP/FR: Name, callsign, nationality, date/hour of arrival, port of destination, ETA.

When departing Peruvian waters vessels must advise, under prefix "SHIPREP/DPW": Name, callsign, nationality, date/hour, position and port of destination.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered on arrival at the port in accordance with the Charter Party.

Documents

The above documents are for the Sanitary (Health) department, Immigration department, Harbour Master and agency. Any special forms for completion will be delivered onboard by the agent.

Health

Pratique should be applied for 48 hours prior to vessel's arrival. It can only be granted by radio with the Harbour Master's consent in the event of heavy weather or in an emergency.

Vessel's must be in possession of a valid Ship Sanitation Control Certificate (SSCC) and all crew must be healthy.

Customs and immigration

Customs: If the possessions of a crew member and the Personal Effects List do not tally, the undeclared goods can be confiscated by the Customs Officer.

Immigration: If a passport or Seaman's Book is out of date the Master should arrange for the ship's agent to revalidate it.

Flags

Standard Interco flags to be displayed. Penalty for not displaying "B" flag, when required to do so, is a fine.

Notices and regulations

For non compliance with any of the above the Port Authorities and Harbour Master may impose heavy fines on the vessel.

Port State Control here: Tokyo 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 Peru

General Direction of Captaincies and Coast Guard - Peruvian Navy

Jiron Constitucion No 150, Callao 01, Peru.

Tel: +51 1 465 9866.

Fax: +51 1 465 1068.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Autoridad Portuaria Nacional (APN).

Position: Security, Safety and Environmental Protection Manager.

Address: Av Contralmirante Raygada 111, Callao, Peru.

Tel: +51 1 453 8112

Fax: +51 1 429 9210

Mob: +51 1 98338332

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

Repairs

Minor repairs to engines are possible.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Stores: Available.

Transport

Nearest airport: Chiclayo (12.8km).

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Pimentel is located in northern Peru, approx 12.8km from the town of Chiclayo.

The port

Pimentel is an open roadstead (South Pacific) using lighterage boats to deliver cargo from anchored vessels. Cargoes handled are sugar, oil, fertilisers and dry bulk. The shoreline consists of long sandy beaches and backed by high dunes and has little shelter in high winds.

What are the pilot arrangements at Pimentel?

Compulsory.

What time zone is Pimentel in?

Local time at Pimentel is UTC−5. No summer time.

What is the water density at Pimentel?

1025.

Which load line zone is Pimentel in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Pimentel?

Port State Control at Pimentel: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Pimentel?

The UN/LOCODE of Pimentel is PEPMT.

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