Sulina

Size limits

LOA 142.91m, Beam 23.6m, Draught 7.4m, 13,052DWT.

Water density

1020.

Load line zone

Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Seasonal Area for ships of 100m or less in length, Winter Dec 1 to Feb 28/29, Summer Mar 1 to Nov 30.

Tides

Nil. The current in the approach channel is between 0.7 and 3.8kts.

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

Approach

The port area is approached by a channel, 4nm in length, which has a bar at its seaward end. The channel is protected by N and S breakwaters.

Directions: Initial position: In the vicinity of the No 1 Lightbuoy (safe water) (45°08.1'N 029°47.7'E).

Leading marks: The alignment (301°) of light beacons standing on the elbow of the N breakwater: Front light (yellow daymark, black stripe) (45°09.9'N 029°43.4'E).

Rear light (yellow daymark, black stripe) (220m NW of front light) leads along the centreline of the channel passing between a pair of lightbuoys marking the entrance to the channel and passage across the bar and then between the breakwater heads which are marked by lights (white framework tower, 9m in height).

Caution: Positions of lights and buoys are being altered as the breakwater is extended seaward.

Port limits

The seaward limits of Rada Sulina, extend 2nm between N and ESE from the seaward end (45°08.0'N 029°48.0'E) of the protected channel. Upstream the port area extends to 3nm.

Anchorages

Outer anchorage: anchorage for vessels waiting to enter the river is available in Rada Sulina, depths of 12.0 -14.0m. The anchorage does not provide much shelter from E or NE from which direction winds frequently increase to gale force.

Restrictions

Sulina Channel is closed for navigation during the night.

Tugs

There are 3 tugs of 640, 800 and 2,400hp available. Their use is compulsory in certain weather conditions.

Charts and publications

BA 2213, 2232, 2282. Admiralty Pilot NP24.

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Notice to be given at least 24 hours prior to arrival. Owners to send the first information and then by the ship's Master to agent. Message to include GT, NT, DWT, Suez NT, LOA, breadth, max draught, type of cargo, flag, destination, owner's address, telephone, telex and fax numbers.

Communications

Terminal Operators can be contacted by email: [email protected].

Notice of readiness

Upon arrival, the Master will tender NOR to the agent.

Customs and immigration

Team Border Control to board upon arrival.

Flags

The Romanian flag is compulsory.

Notices and regulations

Effective from 01st September 2016, the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF) will require sea carriers calling at EU ports to file Container Status Messages (CSMs). Vessels experiencing technical communication problems should report the issue via e-mail to the Commission's help-service email: [email protected].

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: Constantza Maritime Port Administration.

Address: Incinta Port Constantza, Gara Maritima, 900900, Constantza, Romania.

Tel: +40 241 601097.

Fax: +40 241 619512.

Mob: +40 722 261111.

Email: [email protected].

Website: http://www.constantza-port.ro.

ISPS Designated Authority: Administration of the Navigable Canals.

Address: PO Box 1, 1 Ecluzei Street, Agigea, Constantza, Romania.

Tel: +40 241 738505.

Fax: +40 241 738505.

Mob: +40 722 685782.

Email: [email protected].

Recognised Security Organisations:

RSO - ISSC Issue:

RSO - Security Consultant Services:

Port Security Information:

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

Repairs

Available. Hull and engine repairs at shipyard on left bank of river, synchrolift of 1,200t capacity.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Fuel and diesel oil are available by road tanker.

Medical

Medical facilities are available in Sulina and Tulcea.

Crew change

Available.

Transport

Nearest airport: Tulcea Airport, 70km.

Airport facilities: Direct connections to Bucharest and Constantza, two flights daily during summer, one flight at all other times.

Nearest railway: Tulcea, 70km.

Working hours

Mon-Fri 0800-1600hrs. Overtime may be arranged at weekends.

Where it is

Sulina is situated on the right bank, at the mouth of the Danube, 148km E of Constantza.

The port

Depths in the channel range from 10.0m to 14.0m, permanent dredging allows vessels of max draught 6.8m to berth. Ice may form during Feb and Mar, but the port is kept open by icebreakers. Fog may be encountered during Dec and Jan.

Principal cargoes: Timber, steel products, phosphates, fertilisers, iron ore and containers.

Traffic

Approx 300,000t of cargo handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Sulina?

Compulsory, except for vessels under 120GT or 180GT when crossing the bar in ballast.

What time zone is Sulina in?

Local time at Sulina is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the water density at Sulina?

1020.

Which load line zone is Sulina in?

Summer Zone for ships over 100m in length and Winter Seasonal Area for ships of 100m or less in length, Winter Dec 1 to Feb 28/29, Summer Mar 1 to Nov 30.

Who carries out Port State Control at Sulina?

Port State Control at Sulina: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Sulina?

The UN/LOCODE of Sulina is ROSUL.

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