Qua Iboe

Size limits

Max offshore LOA 339.40m, BCM 175m, draught 21.95m and 321,300DWT.

Water density

1018.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Range 1.8m.

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

Approach

The depth at SBM's No 1 and No 2 is 25.9m, and the depth at SBM No 3 is 27.4m.

Anchorages

The recommended anchorage area is located in position 4°06.5'N., 008°10.5'E. This is 9nm from the pilot boarding position and 11.5nm SE of the BOP. A temporary waiting area is centred at 4°12.390'N., 008°4.026'E.

Restrictions

Vessels approaching the anchorage must do so with caution, having due regard for the numerous submarine pipelines and offshore structures that exist in the vicinity. Vessels must anchor only in the designated safe anchorage area 5nm SE of the operation platform. Vessels bound for Qua Iboe Terminal should proceed with extreme caution from the SE to the safe anchorage area. If uncertain of the vessel's position, because of poor visibility, stay SE and clear of the safe anchorage area until visibility has improved.

Immobilising of main engines is not permitted.

It has been reported that on the rare occasion, winds up to 60kts may impact the terminal and can be accompanied by heavy rain, thunder and lightning. It can be unpredictable in both force and direction.

Tugs

Three 35t bollard pull line handling tugs are available. One will remain secured to the stern of export tankers throughout loading.

Mooring

Vessels loading will be boarded by a company Mooring Master either at the anchorage or where directed. The Mooring Master will advise the ship's Master in regard to the approaches to the berth and the mooring, unmooring, connecting and disconnecting of the hoses, departure from the berth and loading operations. The ship's Master will, at all times retain full responsibility for the vessel and for the operations in which it is involved.

Charts and publications

BA 1860. Admiralty Pilot NP1, NP286(8).

Communications

Qua Iboe contact information

Call sign: Qua Iboe Control

VHF: Ch 16, 67

Telephone: +234 824 43211 / +234 824 45186 / +234 824 43238 (ext. 5186)

Facsimile: +234 824 43195

Email: [email protected]

Notice of readiness

Tendered upon anchoring.

Health

If the request for free pratique is granted, the Port Health Officer will advise so by radio. If the request has not been radioed to the vessel the yellow flag "Q" by day or red over white lights by night must be displayed on arrival at Qua Iboe.

Customs and immigration

Board vessel prior to berthing.

Flags

All vessels must exhibit the Nigeria National Ensign while in the vicinity of the Qua Iboe Terminal moorings.

Notices and regulations

Vessels must have derricks capable of lifting two strings of floating hoses.

All tankers must switch on their radar to identify racon (K) signal on the operations platform as an aid of navigation.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Nigeria Ports Authority.

Position: General Security Manager.

Address: 26/28 Marina, Lagos, Nigeria.

Tel: +234 1 264 5894

Fax: +234 1 264 5894

Mob: +234 80 3301 9750.

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

Medical

Nearest hospital: Cottage Hospital, Ukpenekang, Ibeno (4.8km). Medical facilities are available in an emergency only for vessels at the SBM.

Note: Hospital figures given from the onshore tanks located at the Qua Iboe Terminal (4° 32.851'N., 008° 0.866'E).

Crew change

Crew changes and shore leave is not permitted.

Transport

Nearest airport: Victor Attah International Airport (36.7km), Calabar International Airport (59.5km) and Port Harcourt International Airport (128.3km).

Nearest railway: Port Harcourt Railway Station (115.35km).

Nearest highway: The Qua Iboe terminal has road access to Kwa Ibo. The road then travels N to Eket.

Nearest public transportation: Bus routes throughout Port Harcourt (115km)

Note: Transportation figures given from the onshore tanks located at the Qua Iboe Terminal (4° 32.851'N., 008° 0.866'E).

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Qua Iboe oil export terminal is situated approx 30km offshore, 25nm W of Calabar River entrance.

The port

The terminal consists of three SBM loading berths for the loading of Qua Iboe crude and condensate. The three SBM's are connected by pipeline to the Berth Operation Platform (BOP) which is located in position 4°14.2'N., 008°02.4'E whilst the shore tanks and terminal are located at 4°20'N., 007°59'E. The oil field was discovered in 1962 and is expected to reach its economic limit in 2036. Special request can be made for the addition of PPD however the terminal must receive this instructions three weeks prior to the supply laydays.

A small jetty in the Qua Iboe River estuary is used to accommodate supply boats with a max draught of 2.0m.

What are the pilot arrangements at Qua Iboe?

Compulsory and pilots act as mooring masters.

What time zone is Qua Iboe in?

Local time at Qua Iboe is UTC+1. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Qua Iboe?

The deepest berth listed is at Qua Iboe: 21.95 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Qua Iboe?

1018.

Which load line zone is Qua Iboe in?

Tropical.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Qua Iboe?

The UN/LOCODE of Qua Iboe is NGQIB.

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