Quelimane

1. Porto de Quelimane pilot boarding place Pilot boards18°06.2′S 036°59.9′E
2. Rio dos Bons Sinais pilot boarding place Pilot boards18°08.2′S 036°58.0′E

Size limits

LOA 150m, draught 5.8m

Water density

1000.

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 approach channel is subject to change. The bar across the river mouth is marked by lightbuoys and is regarded as constant, with a depth of 3.3m LWST.

Entry is via Canal dos Moscas, the E channel, then meandering between a series of islands and marked by single lightbuoys approx 1-3nm intervals.

Caution: The bar, especially after SW gales, and banks are subject to change and no reliance should be placed on charted depths. The position of the buoys is adjusted to meet the frequent changes at the bar and in the channel. Care should be taken when crossing the bar in a boat. The breakers are treacherous and can break heavily on a previously smooth sea. As a result, several lives have been lost. Entry into the port is during working hours or at specially arranged times.

Anchorages

Available outside the bar in depths of 9.0m. A temporary berth is with Vilhena Light bearing 286° distant 5nm. The SW'ly current causes vessels at anchor at the bar to lie beam on to the swell and experience considerable rolling. For longer stays better anchorage can be found in the NE where the sea, tidal streams and currents are reported less.

Restrictions

Entry and departure can only be permitted at HW. Berthing and unberthing can be performed at night subject to LOA and draught restrictions. Dangerous cargoes can be moved at night.

Tugs

Not available.

Charts and publications

BA 650, 2935. Admiralty Pilot NP3, NP286(8).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Initial ETA should be sent 2 days prior to arrival to Harbour Master and pilots stating deepest arrival draught, last port of call and Master's name. A further ETA should be sent 24 hours prior to arrival giving only date and time of arrival and any change in draught. ETA messages to be sent via agent only.

Communications

Cape Town Radio or Inmarsat are recommended for passing messages at long range.

VHF: Pilot and Harbour Master; Ch 12, 16.

Notice of readiness

NOR is tendered as per Charter Party.

Documents

Immigration, Customs, Health and Maritime Administration require copies of relevant documents.

Pilot supplies an Arrival Report which is to be completed whilst proceeding to berth. A Crew List is to be attached to the report.

Health

Pratique is granted once alongside as part of the port clearance formalities.

Ship Sanitation Control and Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

Customs: An allowance of tobacco and spirits is allowed for each crew member. The bonded store is sealed for the duration of the vessel's stay in port.

Immigration: Passengers require a visa (emergency visas can be issued on arrival).

Crew can obtain a shore pass against surrender of a passport or Seaman's Book at the Immigration Office. Their documents are returned when the shore pass is surrendered on return to the vessel within shore leave hours. There are heavy penalties for non compliance.

The agency boarding clerk will advise current shore leave hours in force at time of arrival.

Flags

It is obligatory to display the Mozambican flag. It can be acquired locally.

Port State Control here: Indian Ocean MOU.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: National Institute for Maritime Affairs.

Address: Av Marques de Pombal, 279, Maputo, Mozambique.

Tel: +258 1 320552.

Fax: +258 1 324007.

Mob: +258 82 303988.

Email: [email protected].

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

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available alongside.

Bunkering: Available providing 15 days notice is given.

Stores: Provisions are available

Medical

A nearby hospital provides medical facilities in an emergency.

Crew change

Crew change can take place.

Transport

Nearest airport: Quelimane Airport, 3km. This is a regional airport with no international connections.

Nearest railway: Quelimane.

Working hours

Normally 0700-1500hrs and 1500-2300hrs. Overtime by arrangement.

Where it is

Quelimane is situated on the E bank of River Bons Sinais, 29km from the sea.

The port

The port has been privatised and is operated by Cornelder.

Imports include: Fuel and lubricating oils, cement, sugar, fertilisers, cotton goods, agricultural machinery and motor vehicles.

Exports include: Copra, sisal, tea, vegetable oils, timber, rice, expellers, coconut, cotton and cashew nuts.

Traffic

Approx 61,000t of cargo, 4,500TEU and 130 vessels are handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Quelimane?

The pilot boards at Porto de Quelimane pilot boarding place, 18°06.2′S 036°59.9′E. Quelimane has 2 pilot boarding places.

What time zone is Quelimane in?

Local time at Quelimane is UTC+2. No summer time.

What is the water density at Quelimane?

1000.

Which load line zone is Quelimane in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Quelimane?

Port State Control at Quelimane: Indian Ocean MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Quelimane?

The UN/LOCODE of Quelimane is MZUEL.

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