Taichung

1. 臺中港 LNG船登輪區 Pilot boards24°16.6′N 120°27.5′E
2. 臺中港 特殊天候離輪區 Pilot boards24°17.1′N 120°30.9′E
3. 臺中港 登輪區 (LNG船除外) Pilot boards24°17.4′N 120°29.4′E

Size limits

LOA 300m, draught 14.50m, beam 50m, 210,956DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Mean spring range 4.3m; mean neap range 2.4m.

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

Approach

The port is approached from W and entered between two breakwaters at the N end of the harbour.

The main entrance has a width of 350m and a depth of 16.0m. The inner channel N section to the Industrial Harbour has a width of 400m and depth 16.0m. The N turning basin has a diameter of 1,000m and depth of 16.0m; S turning basin has a diameter 1,100m and depth of 16.0m. The industrial basin has a width of 500m with depth of 16.0-18.0m.

The harbour craft and fishing port areas have a depth of 3.5-4.5m.

One way traffic is in operation in Main Channel and overtaking, crossing and proceeding parallel to another vessel is not permitted.

Caution: During the NE monsoon, when an inbound vessel gets 25% of its length inside the N breakwater, strong cross currents push the port quarter and veer the bow drastically to the N. This tendency is exacerbated by wind effect. It is possible for inbound vessels to make contact with the N breakwater on their port bows if sailing too close to the breakwater. It is strongly recommended that all inbound vessels should proceed from the SW of the entrance.

Port limits

The N boundary is the south beach of Ta-Chia stream and the S boundary is the north beach of Ta-Tu stream, W boundary is the Taiwan Strait. The port including the business port, industrial port and fishing port covers an area of 3,760ha.

Traffic schemes and VTS

The outbound lane is to the N of the separation zone on a course of 294°; the inbound lane is S of the separation zone on a course of 060°.

Anchorages

Anchorages S1-S8: It is recommended that small vessels, less than 120m in length and less than 7.0m in draught, should anchor 1.0-2.25nm SW of the S breakwater at anchorages S1 to S8, each with a radius of 300m. The depth in this area is about 7.0-19.0m with sand bottom. Some shelter is offered in this area by the N breakwater during NE monsoon season.

Anchorages M1-M8: Each with a radius of 400m, for vessels of 120m to 200m in length and less than 11.0m draught, 2-4nm SW of the S breakwater. The depth is approx 15.0-20.0m.

Anchorages L1-L6: Vessels of more than 200m in length or more than 11m draught should anchor at anchorages L1 to L6, 3 to 5nm SW of the S breakwater. The depth is approx 16.0-19.0m.

Taichung outer harbour has a depth of 8.0-25.0m with sand bottom. During the NE monsoon, especially with wind force over force 7, dragging often occurs.

All vessels must report the time of anchoring to Taichung Port Radio or Port Control on VHF Ch 14 or 16. They must also monitor these channels and be ready to move at all times.

Prohibited anchorage: North of a line drawn through points 1, 2, 3, 4 (above), E of Long 120°26'E, W of the fairway entrance. This area is designated for traffic separation purposes. All vessels shall avoid anchoring or staying in this area unless authorised to do so by port radio or port control.

Standby area for inbound vessels ready for berthing: This area is located in a position centred on position 24°17'N 120°26.5'E with a diameter of 1.1nm. All vessels drifting and awaiting pilot in this area should also monitor VHF Ch 14.

Quarantine anchorage: All vessels from infected areas, or who have not been granted free pratique by radio should anchor at the turning basin, as directed by the pilot, for quarantine inspection.

Restrictions

Before sunrise and after sunset (1800-0600hrs), ships with a LOA 180m or more are prohibited from entering the port except with special permission, but sailing may be at any time. Container vessels however, are handled on a 24 hour basis.

Mooring

The port operates on a "first come, first served" basis with exceptions at some berths.

Charts and publications

BA 2618, 3231. Admiralty Pilot NP32, NP286(6).

Communications

Radio: Coast Radio station ("XSW") is located in position 24°17'N 120°31'E. Calling frequency 500kHz, working frequencies 476kHz and 8511kHz.

VHF: Taichung Port Radio: Ch 16, 14. The station operates a 24 hour service. Tel: +886 4 2656 2611, Fax: +886 4 2656 5702, email: [email protected].

Pilot & Tugs: Ch 12. Tel: +886 4 2656 3654, Fax: +886 4 2656 6344.

Languages used are Chinese Mandarin and English.

Notice of readiness

NOR should be tendered as soon as vessel has arrived/anchored, subject to pilot station. Tender NOR with Master's arrival declaration cable.

Documents

CS = Customs; IM = Immigration; HA = Health Authorities.

Customs and immigration

Customs allowances: One bottle of spirits and one carton of cigarettes are allowed per crew member.

Immigration: Immigration officials will check passports and issue shore permits.

Repairs

A small shipyard can provide minor ship repair and maintenance service.

Dry docks

Drydock of 160m x 28m x 8.0m, lift 10,000t. Taichung Shipyard, Tel: +886 4 656443, Fax: +886 4 6575916.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available. Application must be made 1 day in advance. Pressure is low.

Bunkering: All types are available. It is recommended that bunkers are ordered 3-4 days in advance of requirement.

Stores: Available but subject to tax.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Tung's Taichung MetroHarbor Hospital Shalu Campus (5km).

Crew change

Available.

Transport

Nearest airport: Taichung International Airport (10km).

Nearest railway: Taichung (17km).

Working hours

Shift 1, 0800-1200hrs; Shift 2, 1300-1700hrs; Shift 3, 1800-2200hrs; Shift 4, 2300-0500hrs. Work at other times is overtime.

Where it is

Taichung is located approximately 110nm to the Keelung Port in North and approximately 120nm to the Kaohsiung port in the South.

The port

The port is protected by two breakwaters. The harbour entrance is 350m wide, there are 50 berths available for container, general cargo, bulk cargo, liquid, cement, grain, coal and passengers. Latterly, the port has become more involved with the growing renewable energy sector and will provide facilities and services for the offshore wind turbine business.

Imports: Grain, logs, coal, molasses, oil, cement, chemical products, iron and steel.

Exports: Food and canned food, rice textiles, wood products, paper, glass, fertiliser, iron and steel.

Traffic

Approx 69,000,000t of cargo, 1,600,000TEU, 23,000 vessels and 5,000 passengers handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Taichung?

The pilot boards at 臺中港 LNG船登輪區, 24°16.6′N 120°27.5′E. Taichung has 3 pilot boarding places.

What time zone is Taichung in?

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

What is the maximum draft at Taichung?

The deepest berth listed is at Eastern of South Terminal: 14.50 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Taichung?

1025.

Which load line zone is Taichung in?

Summer.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Taichung?

The UN/LOCODE of Taichung is TWTXG.

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