Probolinggo

Size limits

Draught 7.4m.

Anchorage: Vessels up to 35,000DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Current: Max velocity is 0.5kt and min velocity is 0.05kt in W'ly direction.

Wind: Velocity falls in the range from 6kts to 15kts.

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

Approach

Approaching from W, vessels should steer W and S of Karong Katon (07°43'S 113°13'E), a small patch of sand , shell and stones, then to the anchorage N of the harbour entrance. The alignment (146°) of the W Breakwater Light (green metal framework tower, 14m in height, 07°43'S 113°13'E) and Gunung Glugu, a hill 4.5nm SE of the lighthouse, in line with that lighthouse, bearing 141°; or another hill (Weni), 10.5nm SSE, in line with the lighthouse bearing 158°, both of which lead W of Karang Katon.

The passage between Karang Katon and Pulau Ketapang is safe for moderate draught vessels. The hill, 10.5nm SSE of the lighthouse in line with the E boundary pyramid, bearing 162°, leads E of Karang Katon, but over Karang Nankok and Karang Munira. The channel is 650m in length, 15-20m wide with depths from 15.0m to 2.0m at LWS.

Port limits

Probolinggo is bounded by a line drawn from the W boundary pyramid, standing 2nm SE of Tanjung Taju (07°44'S 113°08'E) then to Karang Katon (07°41'S 113°13'E), then to the W end of Pulau Ketapang and then to the E boundary pyramid, 4.5nm E of the W boundary.

A buoy is moored 2nm NE of the E boundary pyramid.

Anchorages

Ocean going vessels anchor in the roadstead approx 1,800m SE of the lighthouse. Anchorage is approached from Selat Madura passing S of Pulau Ketapang. Anchorage may be obtained in depths of 12.0m, 0.5nm N of the harbour entrance and 1nm NW of the harbour entrance. A light, 07°43'S 113°13'E, (white tower) standing 0.4nm NW of the W breakwater light marks the S limit of the anchorage.

Restrictions

Vessels up to 35,000DWT can be accommodated in the roadstead anchorage.

Tugs

There are 6 tugs of 120-150hp available.

Charts and publications

BA 945, 946. Admiralty Pilot NP34, NP286(4).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Should be advised to agent at 10, 3, 2 and 1 day prior to arrival. In addition to date and time of arrival the Master should also advise the estimated draught on arrival.

Communications

Radio: Coastal Radio Station; SSB Callsign ''8AD 6'' Frequency 5316, 6929, 9950/10226kHz.

It is recommended to use Jakarta Radio for passing messages at long range, callsign "PKX". Working hours are 0000-0400hrs UTC on 8542kHz and 0000-1200hrs UTC on 8752kHz. Inmarsat communication is possible.

VHF: Pilots & Port: Ch 12, 13, 14 16. Callsign ''PMD 23''.

Documents

The agent will deliver the special forms onboard the vessel when alongside.

Health

Free pratique is granted on arrival.

Ship Sanitation Control Certificate (SSCC) and Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificate (SSCEC) can be renewed at the major ports.

Customs and immigration

Immigration: All crew members must have a valid travel document.

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.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Directorate of Marine Safety and Seafarers, Directorate General of Sea Communications.

Position: Director

Address: Karya Building, 12th Floor, JI Merdeka Barat 8, Jakarta Pusat 10110, Indonesia.

Tel: +62 21 350 5705.

Fax: +62 21 350 5705.

Mob: +62 811 960640.

Email: [email protected]

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

ISPS compliance: The US Coast Guard has determined (12/2012) that the Republic of Indonesia is now maintaining effective anti-terrorism measures in their ports. The Republic of Indonesia is removed from the list of the Countries Affected in paragraph B of the Port Security Advisory. Therefore, actions required in paragraphs C and D of this Port Security Advisory are no longer required for vessels that arrive in the United States after visiting ports in the Republic of Indonesia.

In a further effort to combat piracy, the Indonesian Government are allocating Piracy Anchor Safe Zones within some of their ports. These will be patrolled by the Indonesian Marine Police. Individual Port Authorities should be contacted about the latest information concerning these.

Repairs

Available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available for coasters only in limited quantities.

Medical

Dr Mohamad Saleh Hospital, 2.6km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Juanda International Airport located at Sedati, 112km.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Probolinggo is situated 70km SE of Surubaya, in eastern Java.

The port

It is a commercial port consisting of a roadstead anchorage with a jetty for lighters. Methanol and fuel oil are imported, with major exports being wood products, tobacco tea, coffee, coal and animal feed.

What are the pilot arrangements at Probolinggo?

Not compulsory.

What time zone is Probolinggo in?

Local time at Probolinggo is UTC+7. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Probolinggo?

The deepest berth listed is at Tanjung Tembaga Terminal: 7.40 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Probolinggo?

1025.

Which load line zone is Probolinggo in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Probolinggo?

Port State Control at Probolinggo: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Probolinggo?

The UN/LOCODE of Probolinggo is IDPRO.

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