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Saganoseki
Pilot
updated May 2010Not compulsory. Harbour pilots are available (from Moji) at quarantine station or Sekisaki pilot station (33°13'N 131°54'E) for vessels requiring pilot services.
Key data
updated Nov 2023Size limits
Max LOA 190.03m, draught 9.2m, beam 32.26m, 58,761DWT
Water density
1025.
Load line zone
Summer.
Tides
Range max 2.1m; min 0m.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiroura Wharf | 9.20 m | 190 m | 3 |
| Ro-Ro Terminal | — | 87 m | 2 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated May 2010Approach
Draught limitation in the channel is 10.3m.
Restrictions
No restrictions but pilots only available between sunrise and one hour before sunset.
Tugs
There are 3 tugs available; 1 x 3,600hp, 1 x 3,400hp and 1 x 2,600hp.
Charts and publications
BA 651 and 2874. NP42B, NP286(6).
Reporting before arrival
updated Aug 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
See Country information.
Communications
VHF: Ch 16.
Documents
See Country information.
Health
See Country information for radio pratique.
Free pratique: Usually vessels anchor at the point 33°15.6'N 131°51.4'E or 33°15.5'N 131°51.5'E and/or 33°15.8'N 131°51.8'E where the authorities board and grant free pratique.
Customs and immigration
Immigration formalities: The authorities are not stationed in Saganoseki but will attend from Oita, when required.
Inspections
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: Maritime Bureau, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport.
Position: Section Chief.
Address: 2-1-3 Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-8918, Japan.
Tel: +81 3 5253 8070.
Fax: +81 3 5253 8134.
Email: [email protected]
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
Port services
updated May 2010Repairs
Small repairs can be undertaken.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available from shore, 25-30tph.
Bunkering: Domestic oil is available. Bonded oil can be brought from Moji, Ohita or Tokuyama.
Transport
Nearest airport: Oita, 50km.
Working hours
Throughout 24 hours.
Stevedore's working hours: 0730-2245hrs.
About Saganoseki
updated Nov 2018Where it is
Saganoseki is situated on the E coast of Kyushu facing the Bungo-suido separating Kyushu and Shikoku.
The port
Main commodities handled include bulk ore, copper slag and sulphuric acid.
Traffic
Approx 8,000,000t of cargo & 490,000 passengers handled annually.
Questions about Saganoseki
What are the pilot arrangements at Saganoseki?
Not compulsory. Harbour pilots are available (from Moji) at quarantine station or Sekisaki pilot station (33°13'N 131°54'E) for vessels requiring pilot services.
What time zone is Saganoseki in?
Local time at Saganoseki is UTC+9. No summer time.
What is the maximum draft at Saganoseki?
The deepest berth listed is at Hiroura Wharf: 9.20 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Saganoseki?
1025.
Which load line zone is Saganoseki in?
Summer.
Who carries out Port State Control at Saganoseki?
Port State Control at Saganoseki: Tokyo MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Saganoseki?
The UN/LOCODE of Saganoseki is JPSAG.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Saganoseki say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.
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