Tanjung Balai Karimun

Size limits

Max LOA 334.59m, beam 71.08m, draught 23.0m and 320,122DWT.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Tides: Tanjung Balai Karimun has three diurnal tides with a max height of 3.0m at full moon.

Current: The tidal and wind currents of the South China sea has a large impact on the currents. The velocity of the currents range from 0.3-0.9kt.

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

Approach

If approaching from the E, the ridge of hills on the E side of the town is remarkable for the colour of the steep, barren sides. A light (port hand), which marks the entrance to the harbour and a lightbuoy, (starboard hand) are moored, 0.2nm S and 0.4nm SE of the town. The channel is approx 8km in length and 1.6km wide with depths of 6.0-23.0m LWS. The port basin in approx 3km wide with a min depth of 6.0m and max depth of 23.0m LWS.

Traffic schemes and VTS

Traffic separation lanes are in place.

Charts and publications

BA 3833. Admiralty Pilot NP36, NP286(4).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Should be advised to agent at 10, 3, 2 and 1 day prior to arrival. In addition to date and time of arrival the Master should also advise the estimated draught on arrival.

Communications

Radio: Coastal Radio Station: PKJ4 Mobile, 8AK Fixed.

It is recommended to use Jakarta Radio for passing messages at long range, callsign "PKX". Working hours are 0000-0400hrs UTC on 8542kHz and 0000-1200hrs UTC on 8752kHz.

Inmarsat communication is possible.

Documents

The agent will deliver the special forms onboard the vessel when alongside.

Health

Free pratique is granted on arrival.

Ship Sanitation Control Certificate (SSCC) and Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificate (SSCEC) can be renewed at the major ports.

Customs and immigration

Immigration: All crew members must have a valid travel document.

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: Directorate of Marine Safety and Seafarers, Directorate General of Sea Communications.

Position: Director

Address: Karya Building, 12th Floor, JI Merdeka Barat 8, Jakarta Pusat 10110, Indonesia.

Tel: +62 21 350 5705.

Fax: +62 21 350 5705.

Mob: +62 811 960640.

Email: [email protected]

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

ISPS compliance: The US Coast Guard has determined (12/2012) that the Republic of Indonesia is now maintaining effective anti-terrorism measures in their ports. The Republic of Indonesia is removed from the list of the Countries Affected in paragraph B of the Port Security Advisory. Therefore, actions required in paragraphs C and D of this Port Security Advisory are no longer required for vessels that arrive in the United States after visiting ports in the Republic of Indonesia.

In a further effort to combat piracy, the Indonesian Government are allocating Piracy Anchor Safe Zones within some of their ports. These will be patrolled by the Indonesian Marine Police. Individual Port Authorities should be contacted about the latest information concerning these.

Repairs

PT Karimun Sembawang Shipyard operates on Karimun Island. The yard’s main activities encompass steelworks, steel structure fabrication and construction of multi-purpose barges/vessels for accommodation, work and bulk cargoes. In addition, the yard’s activities include tank cleaning, afloat ship repairs, grit blasting and painting as well as de-sludging and de-sloping of tankers.

Bunkers, water and stores

Water: Production capacity of 900m³ available per day.

Stores: Small quantities are available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: RSUD Muhamad Sani Karimun (3.5km) and Bakti Timah Hospital (6.8km). Numerous medical facilities on the island.

Transport

Nearest airport: Bandar Udara Raja Haji Abdullah (8.4km).

Working hours

The port operates throughout seven days, from 0700-1700hrs.

Where it is

Tanjung Balai Karimun is located on the SE coast of Karimun Island, Riau Province, off the eastern coast of Sumatera, approx 40km SW of Singapore.

The port

The Port of Tanjung Balai Karimun, located on Karimunbesar Island, serves as a hub for maritime trade. The main area of focus is on the SE coast of the island where the small harbour is designed to handle general cargo and granite shipments, catering to both inter-island ferries and ocean-going vessels.

Offshore, the Karimun STS Anchorage offers deep-water access, serving as a dedicated transshipment area for Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs). This facility, administered by the port authorities, ensures safe and efficient operations for large tankers.

What are the pilot arrangements at Tanjung Balai Karimun?

Pilotage is available on request.

What time zone is Tanjung Balai Karimun in?

Local time at Tanjung Balai Karimun is UTC+7. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Tanjung Balai Karimun?

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

Which load line zone is Tanjung Balai Karimun in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Tanjung Balai Karimun?

Port State Control at Tanjung Balai Karimun: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Tanjung Balai Karimun?

The UN/LOCODE of Tanjung Balai Karimun is IDTJB.

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