Sture Oil Terminal

Size limits

Max LOA 338.95m, draught 23m, beam 60.0m, 300,000DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

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

Tides

Tides are semi-diurnal with normal range 0.9-1.0m. Max astronomical tidal difference is approx 1.6m. Highest difference between extreme HW and LW is 2.6m.

Tide generated currents in Hjeltefjorden have a maximum rate of 1.2kts. The average rate is 0.4kts with dominant direction of currents from SSE and NNW.

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

Approach

Two approach channels with very deep water give good access to the Sture Terminal. The main approaches are through Fedjeosen S of Fedje and N of Holmengra.

Port limits

Sture harbour area is defined as the terminal's jetties with facilities and the total sea area inside the seaward safety zone.

Traffic schemes and VTS

For (a) and/or (b) the Coastal Directorate has authority to apply the regulations to smaller vessels.

All vessels (regardless of size) underway, anchored or at a quay in the Operational Area shall maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Ch 16 and 80. All vessels without VHF Ch 80 or smaller than those specified under "Procedure" should maintain a listening watch on VHF Ch 16. Vessels unable to make position reports on VHF must make contact by other means of communication. The Traffic Centre can implement action to prevent damage by restricting a vessels entry into the Operational Area. Before anchoring, vessels must obtain permission from the Traffic Centre. For reasons of safety the Traffic Centre can order vessels to anchor, to move anchorage and to utilise tugs, or increase the number of tugs than would normally be required. If the visibility in parts of the operational area is less than 1nm, the Traffic Centre can hold back vessels carrying dangerous or pollutant cargoes. Vessels have a duty to report anything likely to affect safety or may be considered necessary for safe and effective traffic control. This requirement applies from the time a vessel requests permission to enter the Operational Area and until the time it leaves the Operational Area.

Traffic regulations: No vessel, regardless of size, is permitted to move inside the Sture harbour area unless authorised by the terminal.

Anchorages

There is no safe anchorage in the vicinity of the terminal. If the jetties are occupied, arriving vessels must wait outside the pilot station. Further particulars may be obtained from the pilot station.

Tugs

All requirements above are minimum requirements.

All vessels, 20,000DWT and above, calling at Sture Terminal are to comply with OCIMF's 'Recommendations for Ships' Fittings for use with Tugs, with particular reference to Escorting and Other High Load Operations (First Edition 2002)'. Vessels not complying with these requirements must use additional tug assistance during their calls at Sture Terminal.

Note: For vessels between 20,000 - 49,999DWT, SWL for bollard/fairlead is 100t. For vessels in excess of 50,000DWT, SWL for bollard/fairlead is 200t. For vessels not complying with these requirements, one extra tug will be used for escorting.

Mooring

All data from the monitoring systems is displayed in the control room.

Berthing aid data is available when the vessel is approx 100m from the jetty.

Mooring arrangements: When mooring alongside the jetty, a vessel must communicate with the terminal by means of a UHF radio handset provided by the terminal.

It is of the utmost importance that all vessels are securely moored and maintained in position. Min mooring requirement is 16 mooring lines of which at least 10 must be permanently installed on mooring winches/drums. Vessels must be equipped with 2 wire spring lines at each end. For vessels over 200,000DWT during summer season (Apr 1-Sep 30) a min of 16 mooring lines on winches/drums are required with 2 wire spring lines at each end.

For vessels over 200,000DWT during winter season (Oct 1 - Mar 31) a min of 20 mooring lines on winches/drums are required with 3 wire spring lines at each end.

The master must ensure that his vessel's moorings are closely monitored to prevent undue movement of the vessel.

Moorings on self tensioning winches must be secured with winch brakes in the locked position. Use of self tensioning winches in automatic position is strictly forbidden.

All moorings leading in the same direction must be of the same type, either all wire or all rope and have the same working strength.

All mooring wires shall have rope tail ends with min safe working strength as the wires.

Safety towing wires: While secured alongside the jetty vessels must provide permanently rigged towing wires with sufficient length and strength. These must be positioned on the seaward bow and quarter with eyes positioned just above the water ready for immediate towing. The wires must be securely attached to the vessel's bollards.

Charts and publications

BA 1427, 2182C, 2182D. Norwegian 120. NP57A, NP286(2).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

At 72 hours before arrival, the Master shall inform the terminal of the following, either via his agent or direct to the terminal.

Vessels must have received permission from the terminal before it can enter Fedjeosen or Holmengra and proceed to the dedicated jetty.

Communications

An arriving vessel must give proper notice through their agent or directly to the terminal by cable or telex.

The vessel must have received approval from the terminal to proceed inside Fedjeosen or Holmengra to the dedicated jetties.

VHF: Sture Oil Terminal Ch 09. Tel: +47 56 38 60 00, +47 56 38 61 11 (main control room). +47 56 38 62 22 (shift supervisor), +47 56 38 63 33 (emergency). Fax: +47 56 38 94 20.

Email: [email protected]. Available 24 hours.

Pilotage: Safe Sea Net Norway (Support): Tel: +47 35 57 26 25. Email: [email protected].

Fedje Vessel Traffic Service: Email: [email protected].

Northern Sector (N of Jona Light): Ch 16, 80. Tel: +47 56 16 44 32.

Southern Sector (S of Jona Light): Ch 16, 71. Tel: +47 56 16 44 30.

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

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.

Cargo documentation: Cargo loaded will be calculated primarily according to the shore metering system and these figures will be entered on cargo documents.

Health

There is no need to apply for pratique.

Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates (SSCEC) 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.

Notices and regulations

Prior to a vessel's first acceptance at Sture, the 'Questionnaire for Crude Oil Tankers' must be completed and returned by the owners/operators. Incorrect information may result in the rejection of the vessel. During operations no vessel or small craft shall be allowed alongside the vessel unless authorised by the terminal manager or shift supervisor and agreed by the Master.

Conditions to be observed during operations:

A responsible member of the vessel's crew must be stationed near the main oil cargo control valves during loading and discharging, equipped with portable radio.

Fire or emergency on the terminal:

The jetty personnel will inform the officer in charge.

Vessels alongside the jetties will be informed prior to testing the alarm system.

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

Bunkers, water and stores

Bunkers: No bunkers of any description are available at the terminal and barges will not be permitted to deliver bunkers at Sture.

Fresh water: Available at a delivery rate of 30m3/h. Ship's hoses are used.

Storing: Stores must be handled before or after cargo operations. Only small items carried by hand may be taken onboard during cargo operations.

Medical

Medical attention for crew should be arranged through the agent prior to arrival. Emergency medical services while alongside the jetty may be arranged either through the agent or terminal personnel.

Crew change

Available.

Transport

Nearest airport: Bergen, 60km.

Airport facilities: International.

Nearest railway: Bergen, 60km.

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

The Sture Oil Terminal is located at Oseberg OST field in the northern part of North Sea.

The port

The terminal is owned by a consortium of companies and is operated by Equinor. It comprises two jetties for the handling of crude oil and LPG tankers. Jetty No 1 is designated to handle crude oil vessels between 30,000-300,000DWT. Jetty No 2 handles vessels up to 300,000DWT and has undergone some conversion to also handle LPG vessels of 15,000DWT and over. Vessels under 15,000DWT have to be pre-approved by the terminal.

Traffic

Approx 24,100,000t of cargo and 200 vessels handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Sture Oil Terminal?

Pilotage should be ordered through Safe Sea Net (SSN), or alternatively Kvitsoy Pilot Booking Centre but might incur an additional charge.

What time zone is Sture Oil Terminal in?

Local time at Sture Oil Terminal 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 Sture Oil Terminal?

The deepest berth listed is at Sture Terminal: 23.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Sture Oil Terminal?

1025.

Which load line zone is Sture Oil Terminal 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 Sture Oil Terminal?

Port State Control at Sture Oil Terminal: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Sture Oil Terminal?

The UN/LOCODE of Sture Oil Terminal is NOSTU.

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