Prescott

Size limits

Max LOA 225.55m, 37,690DWT, beam 23.78m and 8.1m draught.

Water density

1000.

Tides

Nil.

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

Tugs

Two tugs available, operated by Simjac Marine Ltd.

Charts and publications

BA 423, BA4793, NP286(5).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

ETA must be requested a minimum of 12 hours in advance to the port.

Communications

Prescott Coast Guard Radio can be used for passing messages throughout 24 hours. Inmarsat can be used for communication.

VHF: Seaway Stations - see St Lawrence Seaway.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered as per Charter Party on arrival.

Documents

All vessels requesting berthing must submit an application in writing to the Terminal Manager at the earliest possible time. Upon request the vessel must provide a revenue manifest.

Note: Shipments of dangerous and hazardous cargoes moving via the Terminal must be documented to federal transportation regulations. The Terminal shall require full information regarding the shipper, carrier, consignee, proper material name, class, quantity, labelling and all information as deemed appropriate by the manager.

Health

Ship Sanitation Control Certificate and Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

Allowances: One carton of cigarettes and 1 bottle of liquor per crew member, per port, is allowed from the bonded store. Penalties for non compliance are seizure of the goods and fines.

Immigration: Immigration authorities are notified by Customs only when crew changes are to take place or there are stowaways onboard or deserters. No one is allowed ashore until the ship is cleared.

Flags

Canadian flag to be displayed as a courtesy.

Notices and regulations

Note: In the case of any congestion with one or more vessels waiting to load/unload, it is under the discretion of the Terminal Manager to require the berthed vessel to work continuously, including overtime to vacate the berth. Any vessel unable to do so shall at its sole cost and expense promptly vacate the berth on the order of the manager. Whenever necessary for the proper operation of the Terminal, the manager may order the vessel to move at the vessel’s expense. Any vessel which is not moved promptly upon notice to do so, may be transferred and any expense involved, to include labour costs, idle cost for labour and equipment, damage to the vessel or

other vessels or to the dock during such removal shall be charged to the vessel. Vessels berthing must have sufficient personnel to move said vessel for the protection of the ship and the port.

Regulations: Vessels calling on the Terminal must comply with all Federal, Provincial and local security regulations and those rules and regulations established by the Terminal. The manager of the Terminal reserves the right to establish and enforce any supplemental rules and regulations which shall apply to all personnel with business on the Terminal.

Cargo: The port reserves the right to exclude any cargo from being handled at its facilities with the manager also reserving the right to inspect and ascertain the kind and quantity of merchandise or cargo. The Terminal Manager reserves the right to reject any freight deemed not suitably packaged to withstand its transportation and/or storage. The manager may then require the freight to be repackaged at the shipper’s expense

Damages: Vessels and users of the Terminal and all infrastructure, shall be held liable for any damages caused. The Terminal reserves the right to repair any and all damages to any Terminal infrastructure caused by the vessel and users of the Terminal and hold them responsible for payment.

Explosives: Vessels with explosives and hazardous or highly inflammable cargo shall only be allowed within the berthing limits and Terminal when they have complied with all safety, security and other applicable regulations. Only vessels that have received all local, Provincial and Federal permits shall be permitted to dock. In the event of a classification dispute, the decision of the manager will be final. Explosives of classes A, B and C are not be stored or remain overnight at the Terminal. In the event of a classification dispute, the decision of the manager will be final.

Sewage: It is prohibited to pump untreated sewage into the waters of Ontario. It is also prohibited to discharge grey water, dirty ballast, or other fluids at the port. Discharges by vessels utilizing treatment equipment approved under Federal Standards is permitted under the authority of the manager. In the event of a classification dispute, the decision of the manager will be final.

Liquid Petroleum: Gasoline distillates or other liquid petroleum products, including lubricating oils may be stored, handled and used at the port.

Use and cleaning of facilities: All vessels and users of the port shall be held responsible for

cleaning the facilities that they have used. If such users do not properly clean the facilities or property they have been using, the manager shall order the property cleaned and bill the users responsible at cost plus 25%.

Port State Control here: Paris MOU, 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 Canada

Transport Canada,

Inspection and Operations Standards Division,

Tower C, Place de Ville, 330 Sparks Street, 11th Floor, Ottawa, ON K1A 0N5.

For Flag State Inspection Standards (Canadian Vessels):

Tel: +1 613 991 3135

Fax: +1 613 991 4818

Teletypewriter / TDD: +1 888 675 6863

Email: [email protected]

For Port State Control Standards (Foreign Vessels):

Tel: +1 613 991 3135

Fax: +1 613 993 8196

Teletypewriter / TDD: +1 888 675 6863

Email: [email protected]

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Directorate Marine Security - Transport Canada.

Position: Director General.

Address: 112 Kent Street, Tower B, Place de Ville, Ottawa, ON, K1A ON5, Canada.

Tel: +1 613 851 6302

Fax: +1 613 949 3906

Website: http://www.tc.gc.ca

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

Repairs

Ships experiencing mechanical issues and requiring maintenance are able to berth at the port.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Brockville Hospital (32km).

Transport

Nearest airport: Ottawa International (90km).

Railway: Canadian National Railway operates freight and passenger rail services, in which the port connects to the mainline.

Road: The port is located near the junction of several major roadways which provide direct access to local, regional and international routes. Two major provincial highways - the 401 to Montreal and Toronto and the 416 to Ottawa. Direct access to the Port via Country Road No. 2 to neighbouring towns such as Prescott, Cardinal and Brockville.

Working hours

Mon-Fri 0800-1630hrs.

Note: Saturdays, Sundays or Holidays, shall be subject to special agreement with the manager.

Where it is

Prescott is situated on the N shore of the St Lawrence River between Lake Ontario and Montreal.

The port

Prescott is a tri-modal port operated by the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal and provides deep inland marine dockage. The port handles grain, steel, project heavy and dry bulk cargo including aggregates, fertiliser, road salt and slag. From 2022, the port has begun to diversify with cruise vessels visiting the Riverfront Dock and the Harbour Front Dock.

Traffic

Approx 50 vessels, 960,000t of cargo and 770,000t of grain handled annually.

What time zone is Prescott in?

Local time at Prescott is UTC−5. Clocks go to UTC−4 on 14 Mar 2027. Back to UTC−5 on 7 Nov 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Prescott?

The deepest berth listed is at Pier 1: 8.10 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Prescott?

1000.

Who carries out Port State Control at Prescott?

Port State Control at Prescott: Paris MOU, Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Prescott?

The UN/LOCODE of Prescott is CAPRE.

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