Sibenik

1. Sibenik pilot boarding place Pilot boards43°41.5′N 015°52.2′E

Size limits

LOA 189.99m, beam 32.26m, draught 9.7m, 58,096DWT.

Water density

1023-1028.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Max 0.6m.

Current: In Kanal Sveti Ante there is a constant W going current through the channel, the rate of which is greatest along the N side. In winter, the rate can reach 3kts and 0.5kt in summer. However, the Bora does increase these rates. In the vicinity of Rt Burnji Turan, the current sets SE and should be anticipated when navigating in the area. In the S part of the NW arm there is a strong current SE at rates of 0.5kt to 1.5kts.

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

Approach

All vessels over 50GT must apply for permission to enter Sv Ante channel. Vessels may enter channel only when authorised by one green light on signalling station Jadria, VHF Ch 71. Same regulation applies when leaving the port on signal station Rt Turanj.

Approach and entry: From Sibenski Kanal, Kanal Sv Ante leads into the harbour basin. The channel, entered at Rt Jadrija (43°43'N 015°51'E) approx 1.5nm in length, 120-130m wide, is tortuous and narrow, but deep and steep-to between rocky cliffs.

Traffic schemes and VTS

Vessels must wait clear of the channel entrances if the signal station displays the "Passage not clear" signal or if no signal is displayed.

The order of passage through the channel is determined by the time the request to transit is made.

Anchorages

Outer anchorages: Recommended anchorages for vessels waiting to enter the port can be found as follows:

In the S part of Sibenski Kanal, (43°40'N 015°53'E).

At the S end of the N part of Sibenski Kanal, (43°44'N 015°49'E).

In Sidriste Vodice, (43°45'N 015°47'E).

Prohibited anchorage: Within Kanal Sv Ante and within a rectangular area in the W approaches to Kanal Sv Ante.

Anchorage between Privic Island and the mainland for small vessels only.

Restrictions

Vertical clearance: The passage of vessels with masthead heights greater than 27m is prohibited under a road bridge, vertical clearance 30.8m, which spans River Krka at Rt Velika Kapela (approx 2.5nm NW of Sibenik) at the NW end of the harbour.

Four overhead power cables, with a minimum vertical clearance of 30m span River Krka between a position 0.5nm SE of Rt Triska and Rt Lukovo, (3.5nm NE of Rt Triska).

A bridge with a vertical clearance of 9.5m spans the river approx 0.5nm below Skradin.

Tugs

There is 1 tug with a capacity of 1,200hp available. Tug assistance is compulsory for all vessels over 2,500DWT entering or leaving the port. For vessels over 20,000t two tugs are required. Additional tugs can be ordered from Split in advance.

Large vessels, especially those with single screws that require the assistance of a tug to enter Kanal Sv Ante, should make the necessary arrangements in advance.

Charts and publications

BA 2773, 220. Croatian charts 100-21, plan 533. Admiralty Pilot NP47, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Vessels are to send an ETA 48 and 24 hours prior to arrival. Advanced cargo specification, for vessels carrying dangerous and/or noxious cargo, is to be advised 48 hours prior to arrival.

Communications

Radio Split, callsign "9AS".

VHF: Pilots: Ch 12.

Harbour Master's Office: Ch 10, 16.

Tel: +385 22 217216, Fax: +385 22 212626.

Notice of readiness

NOR is to be tendered between Mon-Thu 0800-1800hrs and Fri 0800-1400hrs.

Health

Free pratique to be requested on arrival only.

Ship Sanitation Control Certificate and Exemption Certificate renewal is possible.

Customs and immigration

Customs allowances: Each crew member is allowed 200 cigarettes and a 1 litre bottle of spirits. Penalty for non compliance is confiscation.

Flags

If a vessel does not have a Croatian flag onboard the pilot will bring the flag onboard with him if it has been ordered in advance.

Notices and regulations

The movements of vessels over 50grt and all vessels with tows within Kanal Sveti Ante, the entrance channel, is controlled by the local authorities. The order of passage is generally determine by the time request for transit. However, naval vessels and vessels on regular scheduled services have priority. Speed through the channel must not exceed 6 knots. A semaphore station is situated at Rt Burnji Turan.

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.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Ministry of the Sea, Transport and Development.

Position: Assistant Minister

Address: 1000 Zagreb, Prisavlje 14, Croatia.

Tel: +385 1 616 9250.

Fax: +385 1 619 9069.

Mob: +385 989 835032

Email: [email protected]

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

Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI):

Croatia has signed a PSI ship boarding agreement with the USA aimed at stemming the flow of weapons of mass destruction. If a US or Croatia flagged vessel is suspected of trafficking proliferation related cargo, either party to this agreement can request authorisation to board, search and possibly detain the others vessel and its cargo.

Repairs

Available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available with tank lorries.

Medical

Nearest hospital: General Hospital Sibenik, 1.8km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Split Airport, 47.6km.

Nearest railway: Kaštel Stari, 55.0km.

Working hours

Three shifts; 0700-1500hrs, 1500-2300hrs and 2300-0700hrs The 2300-0700hrs shift uses grabs only.

Where it is

Sibenik lies approx midway along the Adriatic coastline between Zadar and Split.

The port

The port of Sibenik is big and one of the best protected ports in Croatian Adriatic. The port handles bulk, general cargo, Ro-Ro and passenger traffic.

Traffic

Approx 170,000t of cargo and 200,000 passengers handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Sibenik?

The pilot boards at Sibenik pilot boarding place, 43°41.5′N 015°52.2′E.

What time zone is Sibenik in?

Local time at Sibenik 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 Sibenik?

The deepest berth listed is at Rogac Terminal: 9.70 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Sibenik?

1023-1028.

Which load line zone is Sibenik in?

Summer.

Who carries out Port State Control at Sibenik?

Port State Control at Sibenik: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Sibenik?

The UN/LOCODE of Sibenik is HRSIB.

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