Pulau Sambu

Size limits

LOA 250m, draught 10.8m, beam 44.0m,112,795DWT.

Water density

1020-1025.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Surface current: On flood tide the flow is W'ly at a rate of 2.7kts and on the ebb the flow is S'ly at 2.5kts.

Tidal Levels: Mean max range approx 5.0m and mean minimum range approx 0.5m. The tide is mixed, semi diurnal. The MHWS is 220cm and MHWN is 90cm. Low water spring is 160cm under Mean Sea Level (Z0=160cm).

Current: The average speed of the current is maximum 6kts.

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

Approach

Approach from the traffic lanes: The terminal can be approached from the Main Strait at its NW end and from Selat Bulan by a channel either side of Pulau Mariam (01°09'N 103°54'E) at its SE end.

When approaching from the W, vessels should proceed to the pilot boarding station situated SW of Batu Berhanti Light.

When proceeding from the E vessels should pass N of this light then proceed to the pilot boarding station. From the pilot boarding station the channel is at least 0.2nm wide, passing NE of Belakangpadang Light beacon (green structure, 10m in height, 01°10'N 103°53'E) situated on a detached reef extending N from Pulau Lengkana, then NE of a beacon (starboard hand), 1.5nm SE of the light beacon marking the NW edge of the same reef extending N from Pulau Lengkana, then as required towards the berths.

Approaching from Selat Bulan: The route lying on the N side of Pulau Mariam passes between a beacon (starboard hand), which stands on the S extremity of the reef extending from Pulau Mariam.

Depending on vessel's draught, an alternative route passes SW of Pulau Mariam between it and shoal water with depths of less than 5.0m over it, 0.2nm SW.

Water depths: For the North entrance, 16.0m (LWS). South entrance, 13.5m (LWS). The inner bar has a depth of 13.5m (LWS) over it and the harbour terminal area has a least depth of 11.0m (LWS). The bottom is sand and coral reef.

Port limits

Pelabuhan is formed by a line joining the NW point of Pulau Belakangpadang to the light-beacon (01°10'N 103°53'E) which stands 0.3nm N of Pulau Lengkana, then to the N point of Pulau Anaksambu, along the E coast of the same island to the NW point of Pulau Sambu, then from the SE point of the same island to the NE point of Pulau Mariam, then from the SE point of the same island to the S point of Pulau Belakangpadang.

Anchorages

Larges vessel anchorage may be found at 01°10.7'N 103°53.3'E. Small vessels may anchor SW of Pulau Sambu in 15.0-16.0m of water.

Vessels arriving at night should anchor NE of Pulau Sambu in 25.0-35.0m depth. Vessel intending to anchor must remain clear of the submarine pipelines.

Prohibited anchorage: Lies in the W approach to Pelabuhan Sambu. The area lies with its N limit close S of Batu Berhanti (01°11'N 103°53'E) and is indicated on the chart. A prohibited anchorage area also exists within 500m of the submarine gas pipeline. Fishing, trawling and seabed activities are prohibited within this area.

Restrictions

Daylight berthing and unberthing only.

Under keel clearance (UKC) requirement is the equivalent to 20% of max draught.

Tugs

There are 1 x 3,200hp, 1 x 3,000hp and 1 x 850hp tugs available to assist in mooring.

Charts and publications

BA 3937, 3833; Indonesian 45A. Admiralty Pilot NP36, NP286(4).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Initial ETA should be advised to the agent 72 hours prior to arrival at Pulau Sambu. The ETA should be confirmed or amended at 48 and 24 hours prior to arrival stating the general condition of the vessel.

Communications

Radio: Vessels calling at Pulau Sambu for bunkers should communicate with Plaju Radio ("PKC 2") or direct with Sambu Radio ("PKJ 8 3") by radio telephone or VHF Ch 19.

VHF: Port: Ch 16, 06, 09, 12, 14, 19, 70. Pertamina own the local VHF station, callsign "PKJ 51" and known as "Pulau Sambu Radio". The station operates throughout 24 hours.

Pilot/berthing operations: Ch 09.

Health

Vessels arriving from abroad have to display the "Q" flag until boarded and released by the quarantine officer. Sanitation Control Certificate (SSCC) and Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificate (SSCEC) can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

Customs: Master has to declare all local currency onboard. It is strictly prohibited to take local currency ashore. No limitation on foreign currency. The Master should always consult the agent about prevailing customs regulations with regard to currency, cigarettes, spirits, etc to prevent unnecessary difficulties and fines.

Flags

In accordance with the practice in Indonesian ports, the vessel's national flag, Indonesian courtesy ensign and Interco flags must be displayed by vessels approaching the port.

Notices and regulations

Vessel movements are limited to daylight hours. The terminal usually takes one tanker at a time and therefore it is unlikely tankers will meet outbound vessels with this arrangement.

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

There are minor repair facilities available.

Dry docks

There are no floating or dry docks available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available at Berths No 1, 3 & 4 at 10tph.

Bunkering: IFO, MDF and ADO are available through 6in or 8in lines at a rate of 50kl/hr.

Stores: Fresh and dry stores should be obtained from Singapore.

Medical

Yes, but limited.

Transport

Nearest airport: Hang Nadim Airport, Batam.

Ferries: A ferry runs approx every 40 minutes from Sekupang (approx 15 mins from Pulau Sambu) to Singapore.

Working hours

Office 0700-1400hrs; port throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Pulau Sambu is situated on the SW side of Sambu Island, approx 15nm SE of Singapore.

The port

The port mainly handles liquid cargo, passengers and dry bulk.

Traffic

Approx 5,400,000t of cargo handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Pulau Sambu?

Compulsory for vessels 70GT and over.

What time zone is Pulau Sambu in?

Local time at Pulau Sambu is UTC+7. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Pulau Sambu?

The deepest berth listed is at Pulau Sambu Pertamina Terminal: 10.80 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Pulau Sambu?

1020-1025.

Which load line zone is Pulau Sambu in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Pulau Sambu?

Port State Control at Pulau Sambu: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Pulau Sambu?

The UN/LOCODE of Pulau Sambu is IDPSS.

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