Risavika

Size limits

LOA 265m, beam 44m, draught 15.8m, 134,000DWT.

Water density

1028.

Load line zone

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Tides

Mean range 0.4m, spring range 0.5m

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

Approach

Risavika is entered between Laksholmbaen (58°55.7'N 005°34.3'E), a rock marked by a metal light column close N of Laksholmen, and Tangen 0.2nm NE.

Anchorages

Risavika provides a good anchorage over a sand and clay bottom. Strong NW'ly winds send in a considerable swell. While anchoring, vessels must take care not to interfere with vessels mooring at the oil refinery in the SW part of the bay. Anchorage can be taken in Tananger, in depths of 6.9m - 9.1m, sand and clay. Mooring buoys are also available.

Restrictions

Awaiting berth/daylight navigation: The pilot will give instructions on VHF. Any vessels above 40,000DWT and with a draught exceeding 10m, normally berth and unberth only during daylight hours.

Tugs

Tugs are normally available up to 2,700bhp, 35t bollard pull. Tugs must be ordered in advance.

If weather conditions are near or above the port's limits, the Master, Pilot and Shell will decide if more tug assistance is needed, or if the berthing operation must be postponed. The following is taken into consideration: Wind force, wind direction, sea and swell, etc.

Charts and publications

BA 1427. Admiralty Pilot 57A, NP 286(2).

Communications

Radio: All communications are transmitted via Rogaland Radio. Traffic lists are broadcast at the following times (GMT): 0705hrs, 1105hrs, 1505hrs, 1905hrs and 2305hrs. This list is also transmitted on Ch 16. The working frequency of the radio telephone is 1729kHz.

While the vessel is moored, the main transmitter may not be used.

VHF: The Kvitsoy Pilot Station maintains a 24 hours watch on Ch 16. The working frequency is Ch 13.

Feistein Pilot Cutter also operate on Ch 16, with Ch 13 as a working frequency.

The pilot, whilst onboard incoming and departing ships, carries a portable radio, operating on Ch 11. With this he maintains communications with mooring boats, the refinery jetty supervisor and tugs.

Whilst engaged in Scandinavian coastal trade, Masters are requested to keep the Agent well advised of changes in ETD/ETA.

Refinery radio station: Call Risavika Port radio. Calling Ch 16, working Ch 11 and 12.

The jetty operator will keep contact with the control room by means of a portable radio and telephone.

Standard messages

See country information.

Notice of readiness

NOR to be tendered in accordance with charter party when vessel is ready to start loading/discharging. When berth is not available for loading/discharging NOR to be tendered when anchoring or according to Charter Party.

Documents

Note: (1) At first port of call in Norway, only.

The above are required by Customs. Additional Crew and Passenger Lists are required by Immigration officials.

There are no special forms to be completed. Agent can supply Customs forms if not available onboard.

Health

There is no need to apply for pratique.

Ship Sanitation Control Certificates (SSCC) can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

Customs: Allowance for crew and officers is that stated on the Personal Effects Declaration. Goods on the declaration are not to be taken ashore. Penalties for non compliance are severe fines.

Immigration: Board at first port of call (cruise ships only). They require a Crew List and a Passenger List and will make random passport inspections. All passports should be available for a quick clearance which normally takes 15-20 minutes.

Port State Control here: Paris 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.

Inspection of ships in Norway

Norwegian Maritime Authority

Address: Smedasundet 50 A, Haugesund

Tel: +47 52 74 51 30

Fax: +47 52 74 50 01

Email: [email protected]

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Norwegian Maritime Authority

Address: Smedasundet 50 A, Haugesund

Tel: +47 52 74 51 30

Fax: +47 52 74 50 01

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.sjofartsdir.no

Recognised Security Organisations:

RSO - ISSC Issue: DNV

RSO - Security Consultant Services: Norwegian Maritime Authority

Port Security Information: Norwegian Costal Administration

Telephone: +47 22 65 58 20

Website: www.kystverket.no

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

Repairs

Available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: All requests for bunkers should be made well in advance to AS Norske Shell, Marine Bunker Dept in Oslo.

No barge for transfer of bunkers will be allowed alongside the vessel, unless authorized by Sola Refinery.

At the Shell jetty the following can be supplied: Gas oils, all grades; diesel oils, all grades; heavy fuel oils, all grades; lubricating oils, restricted by grades.

Medical

Risavika Legensenter, 3km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Sola, 5km.

Airport facilities: International Flights.

Nearest railway: Stavanger, 15km.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours. Port restricted by daylight berthing for vessels over 33,000DWT but depending on type of vessel, draught and weather conditions.

Where it is

Risavika is a bay on the SW coast of Norway, approx 5nm SW of Stavanger.

The port

Port facilities exist all around the bay for handling general cargo, the offshore industry and the Shell oil refinery.

What are the pilot arrangements at Risavika?

Use of pilot on vessels to and from Risavika Bay, carrying dangerous or polluting cargo, is compulsory for all non Norwegian (non Norwegian Flag) registered vessels of 50GT and above.

What time zone is Risavika in?

Local time at Risavika is UTC+1. Clocks go to UTC+2 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+1 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Risavika?

The deepest berth listed is at Shell AS Refinery: 15.80 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Risavika?

1028.

Which load line zone is Risavika in?

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Who carries out Port State Control at Risavika?

Port State Control at Risavika: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Risavika?

The UN/LOCODE of Risavika is NORIV.

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