Puerto Madryn

Size limits

LOA 317.14m, beam 36.8m, draught 11m, 83,448DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Range 5.73m to 1.82m.

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

Approach

The port is approached through Golfo Nuevo from its entrance and entered between Punta Este (42°47'S 064°57'W) and Punta Arco 5.5nm NNW.

Directions: From a position SW of Cerro Cormorane (42°46'S 064°15'W) the track leads WNW for approx 35nm passing, (with positions from Acantlado Light (42°48'S 064°57'W):

NNE of Punta Cracker (20.5nm ESE) which can be identified by Fondeasero Cracker Leading Lights and Capitan Rodriguez Light which provide marks for the anchorage 2.5nm SE of the point. The coast W of Punta Cracker consists of uniform cliffs, the only notable feature is Cerro Pontiaguda (16nm SE) a small pointed hill; then:

NNE of Punta Conscriptos (12.5nm SE); a light (black square metal framework tower, 10m in height) is exhibited 0.3nm S from the point; then:

NNE of Punta Ambrosetti (7nm SE); then:

NNE of the shoals which extend 2.5nm N of Punta Loma (2.75nm N from Punta Loma (2.75nm SE) which can be identified by its yellow cliffs. Cerro Avanzado which rises 1.5nm S of Punta Loma is rounded, also yellowish in colour and forms the end of a cliff escarpment which trends inland; then:

N of the shoals which extend 1.5nm NE of Punta Este (5 cables NNW). The shoals, which are composed of tufa are covered by the red sector (270-180°) of Muelle Luis Piedra Buena Light (42°45.8'S 065°01.6'W); the green sector (180-270°) of this light provides a clearing bearing N of the shoals towards the harbour, 2nm W. A stranded wreck lies on the shore 0.6nm SE of the point, close to Acantilado Light (red metal framework tower, white band, 13m in height); then:

To the pilot boarding station and waiting anchorage (3nm NW).

Useful marks: Punta Flecha Light (white metal framework tower, red stripes, 13m in height) (42°39'S 064°58'W).

Muelle Luis Piedra Buena Light (42°46'S 065°02'S).

Muelle Alte Storni Light (red square metal framework dolphin, 4m in height) (42°44'S 065°01'W).

Caution: There are several wrecks and other obstructions within the port area, some close to the piers.

Restricted areas: An underwater park is situated 0.2nm S of Muelle Luis Piedra Buena (42°45.8'S 065°01.6'W).

A circular area, radius 0.5nm, centred on a mooring buoy in the centre of the bay, is reserved for use by the Argentine Navy.

Anchorages

Outer anchorages: Anchorage can be found in the following positions (from Muelle Luis Piedra Buena Light (red metal framework tower, 4m in height (42°45.8'S 065°01.6'W):

Close to the pilot boarding station (1.25nm ENE) in 30 to 40m.

Good anchorage (0.5nm E) in 18m, mud.

Temporary anchorage (2.5nm NNE).

Restrictions

Berthing operations can be hampered or suspended due to wind conditions as per regulations. Suspensions vary for winds over 10-22kts depending on wind direction and whether vessel is moored N or S side of pier.

Tugs

Tugs are available.

Mooring

Berthing requests are granted in accordance with the following priorities:

Berth No 1: Vessels with alumina/pitch for Aluar have absolute priority and the berth must be vacated in their favour if in use. If not so required, it can be used by other vessels.

Cruise vessels and vessels operating only with containers have priority for Berth Nos 2 & 3 and Berth No 1 if not required by Aluar. If vessels are waiting in the roads, those alongside are obliged to work overtime and may be ordered to vacate the berth if tonnage rates, as stipulated by the port authority, are not achieved.

If berths are not fitted with fenders, vessels should supply their own.

Charts and publications

BA 3330, 3331. Admiralty Pilot NP5, NP286(7).

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Prefectura Naval Argentina.

Contact person: General Prefect, Prefecto Nacional Naval.

Address: Av Eduardo Madero 235, piso 2, 1106 Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Tel: +54 11 4318 7521/7522/7523

Fax: +54 11 4314 0317.

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www. prefecturanaval.gov.ar

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

Repairs

Minor repairs only. However, for electrical repairs there are reliable workshops and technicians available.

Divers are available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available from quay at approx 15tph. For passenger vessels requiring a large quantity in a short time, additional supplies may be obtained by enlisting the services of fire brigade water trucks.

Bunkers: Available

Stores: Provisions are available locally, however, certain items may be scarce depending on the season. Stores should be ordered well in advance due to limited supplies in the area.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Guardia Hospital Puerto Madryn (1km).

Transport

Nearest airport: El Tehuelche Airport (70km).

Nearest railway: San Antonia Este (192km).

Working hours

Port Administration, 0700 to 1900hrs Mon to Fri. Customs House, 0700 to 1900hrs Mon to Fri. Port Health, 0700 to 1900hrs Mon to Fri. Banks, 0830 to 1300hrs Mon to Fri. Stevedores, 0700 to 1300hrs and 1300 to 1900hrs Mon to Fri, 0700 to 1300hrs Sat. All other periods are overtime. Percentage extra depends on tonnage moved, weekday nights approx 40% and weekends approx 80%.

Where it is

Puerto Madryn is a sheltered harbour situated roughly at a midway point along the Argentinean coastline. It is situated in Golfo Nuevo (New Gulf) which is a deep water natural harbour. Puerto Madryn is situated at the western end of the Gulf.

The port

The port mainly handles alumina, dry bulk, containers and dirty products.

Traffic

Approx 1,500,000t of cargo, 21,800TEU and 760 vessels handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Puerto Madryn?

Pilotage is compulsory and available throughout 24 hours.

What time zone is Puerto Madryn in?

Local time at Puerto Madryn is UTC−3. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Puerto Madryn?

The deepest berth listed is at Muelle Almirante Storni: 11.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Puerto Madryn?

1025.

Which load line zone is Puerto Madryn in?

Summer.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Puerto Madryn?

The UN/LOCODE of Puerto Madryn is ARPMY.

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