Salaverry

1. Salaverry pilot boarding place Pilot boards08°13.2′S 079°00.1′W

Size limits

Harbour: LOA 216m, beam 32.26m, draught 9.4m, 64,012DWT.

Offshore: LOA 189.99m, BCM 32.26m, draught 7.4m, 57,809DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Mean spring range 0.8m; mean neap 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

Approach and entry: The port is approached through a traffic separation scheme and entered N of the breakwater, on the alignment of leading lights.

From a position WSW of Morro Carretas Light (08°13.4'S 078°58.6'W) on the coastal route, the track leads through the ENE bound lane of the TSS to a position on the leading line WNW of the breakwater head (08°13.3'S 078°59.3'W) in the approaches to Salaverry.

Then the track leads ESE on the alignment of leading lights, to the pilot boarding area and then into the harbour.

Directions for entering harbour: The alignment (103°) of the following lights leads into the harbour, through an entrance channel marked by lightbuoys, passing, passing NNE of the breakwater, from which a light (red post, 4m in height) is exhibited from its head.

Directions for leaving harbour: From the vicinity of 08°13.0'S 079°00.0'W, on the alignment (astern) of the leading lights, the track leads WNW for approx 5nm through the WNW bound lane of the TSS to join the coastal route.

Traffic schemes and VTS

A traffic separation scheme is established in the approaches to Salaverry. The scheme is IMO adopted and Rule 10 of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea applies.

Anchorages

These anchorages are periodically subject to heavy rollers, especially in May and Jun.

Tugs

Compulsory for vessels exceeding 120m LOA. Tugs available up to 720bhp.

Mooring

If a vessel carries dangerous cargo for discharging at the port or in transit, it has to be berthed head to sea.

Charts and publications

BA 3089, 3092. Admiralty NP7, NP286(7).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

The initial ETA should be sent 7 days prior to arrival to the shippers and consignees. The message must include last port of call and any dangerous cargo destined for the port and/or in transit.

Additional ETA should be sent 3 days prior to arrival to the Harbour Master and Port Authorities. This message should also advise of dangerous goods onboard.

All ETA messages to include date and hour of arrival, draught, number of crew and if there are passengers onboard.

Communications

Paita, Callao and Mollendo coast radio stations are recommended for use at long range. All 3 work throughout 24 hours.

Paita: Callsign "OBY2", transmits on 8527kHz and 2182-2738kHz. Receives on 8363.2-8366.4kHz and 2182kHz.

Callao: Callsign "OBC3", transmits on 460-50kHz, 8546kHz, 13015.5kHz, 2182-2738kHz. Receives on 500kHz, 8363.2kHz, 8366.4kHz, 12544.8kHz.

Mollendo: Callsign "OBF4", transmits on 8490kHz, 2182kHz. Receives on 8363.2kHz, 8366.4kHz, 2182kHz.

Communication is possible through Inmarsat.

VHF: Ch 14 and 16.

Standard messages

When entering Peruvian waters a message must be sent under prefix "SHIPREP/EPW". The message must contain: Name of vessel, callsign, nationality, date/hour of entry into Peruvian waters, last port of call, true course and speed on entry, position where entered, port of destination and ETA.

Every day at 0800hrs and 2000hrs a vessel, in Peruvian waters, must advise: Name, callsign, nationality, date/hour, position, course, speed, port of destination, ETA.

One hour before arrival at a Peruvian port a vessel must advise, under prefix "SHIPREP/FR: Name, callsign, nationality, date/hour of arrival, port of destination, ETA.

When departing Peruvian waters vessels must advise, under prefix "SHIPREP/DPW": Name, callsign, nationality, date/hour, position and port of destination.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered on arrival at the port in accordance with the Charter Party.

Documents

The above documents are for the Sanitary (Health) department, Immigration department, Harbour Master and agency. Any special forms for completion will be delivered onboard by the agent.

Health

Pratique should be applied for 48 hours prior to vessel's arrival. It can only be granted by radio with the Harbour Master's consent in the event of heavy weather or in an emergency.

Vessels must be in possession of a valid Ship Sanitation Control Certificate and all crew must be healthy.

Customs and immigration

Customs: If the possessions of a crew member and the Personal Effects List do not tally, the undeclared goods can be confiscated by the Customs officer.

Immigration: If a passport or Seaman's Book is out of date the Master should arrange for the ship's agent to revalidate it.

Flags

During daylight hours, whilst navigation in Peruvian Territorial Waters, merchant vessels shall have their national flag hoisted. When approaching a warship, lighthouse or watching post, ships must also hoist the Peruvian Flag at the foremast. Foreign and national flag ships in any Peruvian port shall have their corresponding International call sign in a halyard the foremast with the Peruvian National flag above it.

Failure to comply with these regulations will be subject to fines from the authorities.

Notices and regulations

For non compliance with any of the above the Port Authorities and Harbour Master may impose heavy fines on the vessel.

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.

Inspection of ships in Peru

General Direction of Captaincies and Coast Guard - Peruvian Navy

Jiron Constitucion No 150, Callao 01, Peru.

Tel: +51 1 465 9866.

Fax: +51 1 465 1068.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Autoridad Portuaria Nacional (APN).

Position: Security, Safety and Environmental Protection Manager.

Address: Av Contralmirante Raygada 111, Callao, Peru.

Tel: +51 1 453 8112

Fax: +51 1 429 9210

Mob: +51 1 98338332

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

Repairs

Minor repairs only available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available by road tanker.

Bunkering: Only DO available by road tanker.

Medical

Walter Crus Vilca Hospital, 6.2km and EsSalud I Moche Hospital, 8.4km.

Crew change

Available via Lima International Airport.

Transport

Nearest airport: Captain FAP Carlos Martinez De Pinillos International Airport located at Trujillo, 27.3km.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours. Three shifts: 0800-1500hrs, 1500-2300hrs, 2300-0700hrs.

Where it is

Salaverry is situated in the northern part of Peru, approx 54nm NNW of Chimbote.

The port

The port consists of a main breakwater and offshore tanker berths close N of the entrance. The port also handles bulk and bagged fishmeal, ore concentrates, grain and fertilizers. There are special facilities for loading bulk sugar and molasses.

Traffic

Approximately 200 vessels and 2,000,000t of cargo are handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Salaverry?

The pilot boards at Salaverry pilot boarding place, 08°13.2′S 079°00.1′W.

What time zone is Salaverry in?

Local time at Salaverry is UTC−5. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Salaverry?

The deepest berth listed is at Salaverry Port Terminal: 9.40 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Salaverry?

1025.

Which load line zone is Salaverry in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Salaverry?

Port State Control at Salaverry: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Salaverry?

The UN/LOCODE of Salaverry is PESVY.

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