Tabaco

1. Tabaco pilot boarding area Pilot boards13°22.1′N 123°47.9′E

Size limits

LOA 190m, beam 24m, draught 12.0m, 32,594DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Range 1.6m.

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

Approach

Malinao Leading Marks are situated at Malinao (13°24'N 123°42'E) (front, white concrete pillar, 7m in height), on the beach NE of Malinao; (rear, wooden framework tower) 0.65nm WSW of the front mark. Lights (fixed red) are exhibited from these beacons, which in line lead into Tabaco Bay, N of the 7.3m shoal (1nm NW of San Miguel point) but across the S end of the 10.4m patch (0.25nm further N).

Directions: Tabaco Bay should be approached with Malinao leading marks in line, bearing 239°, before Tiwi Point bears more than 294°, which leads 0.3nm NW of the 7.3m shoal in the entrance. When Tabaco Church bears 186°, steer close E of Baculud Point and then to the anchorage.

Caution is required when making the approach as the leading marks are difficult to see.

Anchorages

There is no good anchorage in Tabaco Bay due to the deep water. An anchorage area is established 0.8nm ESE of the pier, in a depth of approx 75m, mud.

Restrictions

Application for berthing/anchoring required 24 hours before arrival.

Charts and publications

BA 4486. Admiralty Pilot NP33, NP286(4).

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: Office for Transportation Security - DOTC

Address: The Columbia Tower, Ortigas Avenue, Mandaluyong City, Manila, Philippines.

Fax: +63 2 725 4787

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

Repairs

Available at Mayon Docks, Tabaco, Albay.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available. Delivered through pipelined or hose by the Tabaco Port Integrated Marine Services

Bunkering: All grades of bunkers are available from local suppliers and delivered through road tankers.

Fuel supply: LPG available in various places

Stores: Available in limited quantities from local suppliers.

Medical

One government and two private hospitals are available at the city.

Transport

Nearest airport: Legazpi Airport, approx 22km.

Nearest railway: Approx 27km.

Working hours

Normally 0800-1200hrs/1300-1700hrs.

Where it is

Tabaco is located on the SE coast of Luzon Island, on the western shore of Lagonay Gulf.

The port

The port comprises two berths, one for use by foreign vessels, domestic trade is handled at the other berth. It is a Customs Port of Entry.

The Terminal Port of Tabaco serves as the main converging point and passage for goods, RORO cargoes and passengers bound to and from the island province of Catanduanes and other nearby islands. Large consignment of cement, sugar, fertilizer and other prime commodities are transported through this port.

Where does the pilot board at Tabaco?

The pilot boards at Tabaco pilot boarding area, 13°22.1′N 123°47.9′E.

What time zone is Tabaco in?

Local time at Tabaco is UTC+8. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Tabaco?

The deepest berth listed is at Tabaco: 12.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Tabaco?

1025.

Which load line zone is Tabaco in?

Summer.

Who carries out Port State Control at Tabaco?

Port State Control at Tabaco: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Tabaco?

The UN/LOCODE of Tabaco is PHTBC.

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