Tenau Kupang

Size limits

LOA 219.21m, beam 30.8m, draught 9.6m, 19,980DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

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 approach channel is wide and deep, giving easy access to ocean going vessels.

Anchorages

Anchorage may be obtained during the SE monsoon in a depth of 18.0m, 0.25nm NW of the main lighthouse. An area of foul ground lies close E of this anchorage. In the NW monsoon it is advisable to anchor further out in a depth of 33m. With a heavy sea, anchorage may be obtained in the N part of the bay near Pulau Burung, or off Hansisi.

Tugs

There are 2 tugs of 150hp and 400hp available.

Charts and publications

BA 3296, 2874. Admiralty Pilot NP35, 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: 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.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Available.

Medical

Nearest hospital: Siloam Hospital Kupang (10km).

Transport

Nearest airport: El Tari International Airport (23.6km).

Working hours

Throughout 24 hours.

Where it is

Tenau Kupang is situated on the W coast of the island of Timor.

The port

The port handles general cargo, containers, livestock, passengers, and oil, bolstering regional and international trade. Key facilities include a container terminal with cranes for efficient handling, livestock export infrastructure to support the agricultural sector and a passenger terminal enhancing connectivity for locals and tourists alike. Additionally, the port's oil terminal plays a crucial role in fuel distribution, catering to both industrial and residential demands in East Nusa Tenggara.

What are the pilot arrangements at Tenau Kupang?

Compulsory. Send request for pilot 3 hours prior to arrival.

What time zone is Tenau Kupang in?

Local time at Tenau Kupang is UTC+8. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Tenau Kupang?

The deepest berth listed is at Pertamina TBBM Tenau Kupang Terminal: 9.60 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Tenau Kupang?

1025.

Which load line zone is Tenau Kupang in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Tenau Kupang?

Port State Control at Tenau Kupang: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Tenau Kupang?

The UN/LOCODE of Tenau Kupang is IDKOE.

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