Songkhla

1. Songkhla Harbor pilot boarding place Pilot boards07°16.1′N 100°37.0′E

Size limits

Harbour: LOA 190.04m, beam 32.26m, draught 8.2m, 58,063DWT.

Off shore: LOA 102m, beam 16.4m, draught 5.5m, 4,999DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Range 0.6-1.1m. The tidal stream in the harbour may attain a rate of up to 2kts, the out going stream being the stronger.

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

Approach

Steer to pass close either side of the Fairway Lightbuoy (can; safe water) moored 1.5nm ENE of Ko Maeo. The alignment (225°) of the leading lights leads through the centre of the entrance channel marked by lightbuoys. The channel has a length of 2.5nm, width 120m, dredged depth 9.0m. There is a 300m turning basin located in the outer harbour. Turning should be attempted only at slack water.

Port limits

The limits of Songkhla Harbour are contained between 07°12.8'N and 07°17'N and as far E as 100°38'E.

Anchorages

Anchorage outside Songkhla Harbour may be obtained by large vessels in depths of 8.0m, in the position (07°15.6'N 100°36.4'E) SW of the entrance buoy, deeper water may be found E of this position. Small vessels can obtain anchorage in depths of 4.0m, 0.35nm W of Ko Nu.

It has been reported that three anchorage berths are available in the following locations:

1. 7°17'10"N, 100°36'15"E

2.7°15'.30"N, 100°37'45"E

3.About 0.8 mile E of Ko Maeo

The anchorages have charted depths of 9.2 to 10.4m, mud and shells.

Small vessels can obtain anchorage in depths of 4.0m, 0.35nm W of Ko Nu.

Restrictions

One way traffic system in the approach channel.

Vertical clearance: An overhead cable, vertical clearance 40m, crosses the N end of the inner harbour, 0.3nm SE of the front leading light.

Tugs

2 tugs available, 2 x 1,600hp.

Charts and publications

BA 66, 3961. Admiralty Pilot NP30, NP286(4).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Notify the port of ETA, via ship's agent 7 days in advance. The port will confirm berthing arrangements 24 hours prior to arrival.

Communications

Singapore and/or Bangkok Radio can be used for passing messages at long range. Both stations work throughout 24 hours.

VHF: Pilots & Port: Ch 16, 06, 13, 14. Email: [email protected].

Pilots:

Call sign: Songkhla Pilot

VHF: Ch 14.

Tel: +66 74 440583

Fax: +66 74 312179.

Notice of readiness

On arrival in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Charter Party.

Documents

In the above table, CU = Customs, IM = Immigration, HE = Health and HA = Harbour authorities.

Cargo documentation: Import Manifest: Stowage Plan and Special Cargo List.

Export Cargo list: Export Cargo Manifest and Pre Stowage Plan.

Health

As per international regulations.

Customs and immigration

Available at the port upon arrival.

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: Marine Safety and Environment Bureau

Address: 1278 Yotha Road, Talardnoi, Samphantawong, Bangkok, 10100, Thailand.

Tel: +66 2639 4774

Fax: +66 2639 4775

Mob: +66 1777 1000

Email: [email protected]

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

Repairs

Minor repair available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available, by arrangement with vessel's agent.

Medical

Songkhla Hospital (10km), Hatyai (30km).

Crew change

Available by arrangement with agent.

Transport

Nearest airport: Haadyai International Airport (50km).

Nearest railway: Songkhla (30km).

Working hours

Normally 0100-0600hrs, 0700-1200hrs, 1300-1800hrs and 1900-2400hrs for operations (loading/unloading).

Where it is

Songkhla deep sea port lies immediately outside the entrance to Songkhla Lake in a location known as Outer Khao Daeng.

The port

The port was constructed to facilitate the export of produce, mainly rubber and to accept import cargoes destined for the southern region of Thailand.

The port handles general cargo, dry bulk, container, passenger, Ro-Ro, and liquid cargo.

Traffic

Approx 1,400,000t of cargo and 120,000TEU handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Songkhla?

The pilot boards at Songkhla Harbor pilot boarding place, 07°16.1′N 100°37.0′E.

What time zone is Songkhla in?

Local time at Songkhla is UTC+7. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Songkhla?

The deepest berth listed is at Sriracha Leader Terminal: 16.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Songkhla?

1025.

Which load line zone is Songkhla in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Songkhla?

Port State Control at Songkhla: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Songkhla?

The UN/LOCODE of Songkhla is THSGK.

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