PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Tulear
Pilot
updated May 2010Pilotage is compulsory for vessels over 150DWT.
Key data
updated Aug 2016Size limits
LOA 168m, draught 8.0m, 8,000DWT.
Largest vessel handled: "Vincenzia", LOA 168m, 8,035DWT.
Water density
1025.
Load line zone
Summer.
Tides
Range 2.6m.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Tulear | — | — | 1 |
| Port Tulear | — | — | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated May 2010Anchorages
The channel between Ilay Harandriaka Lehibe and the coastal reef and banks affords secure anchorage. Anchor berths in Rade de Tulear, in depths from 10.0-12.0m, mud or sand are available.
With local knowledge and with permission from the Harbour Master, coasters can anchor 0.25nm W of Mahavatsy pierhead on the bearing 043° of beacon "E" in line with the "E" radio mast and with the outer rear leading light bearing 318°. A vessel using this anchorage should pass between "TU6" Buoy and No 3 Buoy.
A waiting anchorage with limited room, in which vessels can anchor temporarily while awaiting instructions, is in a depth of 13.0m, good holding ground, in Rade de Tulear, at the intersection of:
The bearing 088° of Beacon "E" (0.5nm N of Mahavatsy pierhead) in line with Mahavatsy Beacon (root of pier).
The bearing 053° of the Norwegian Church (1.5nm N of Mahavatsy pierhead).
A prohibited area exists in Rade de Tulear and Passe du Nord, N of the waiting anchorage.
Tugs
There are tugs available to work lighters in the anchorage, launches assist in berthing operations.
Charts and publications
BA 692. Admiralty Pilot NP39.
Reporting before arrival
updated May 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
ETA should be advised by 1100hrs, for arrival in the afternoon, and by 1630hrs for arrival at night or the following morning.
Communications
VHF: Port Captain & Pilot: Ch 16.
Notices and regulations
In the case of a vessel leaving Mahavatsy Pier at night or during the following morning the Harbour Master should be informed by 1630hrs and by 1100hrs if leaving in the afternoon.
Inspections
Port State Control here: Indian Ocean MOU.
ISPS
ISPS Designated Authority: Agence Portuaire Maritime et Fluviale.
Position: Director General.
Address: Vice Premature, BP 581, Anosy, Antananarivo 101, Madagascar.
Tel: +261 20 222 5860.
Fax: +261 20 222 5860.
Mob: +261 320 229259.
Email: [email protected]
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
USCG Security Levels: The US Coast Guard issued a notice stating that, effective Dec 4 2009, it will impose conditions of entry on vessels arriving to the United States from Madagascar, with the exception of vessels arriving from Toamasina (also known as Tamatave) during their last five port calls.
In summary, each affected vessel must: (1) implement the Security Level 2 measures from its ship security plan while in a Madagascan port; (2) ensure that each access point is guarded and that guards have total visibility of the exterior of the vessel while in a Madagascan port; (3) attempt to execute a Declaration of Security while in a Madagascan port; (4) log all security actions; and (5) report actions taken to the pertinent USCG Captain of the Port [COTP] prior to arrival in the US. (74 Fed. Reg. 45230).
Port services
updated May 2010Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Bunkering: Available for coasters only.
Medical
Hospital Principal, 2km.
Transport
Nearest airport: Tulear, 5km.
Working hours
Normally 0700-1700hrs (only one shift).
About Tulear
updated May 2010Where it is
Tulear (Toliara) is situated on the SW coast of Madagascar.
The port
The port is mainly an import and export harbour, where the main product imported is cement and exports are timber, maize and cassava. Vessels can berth on main quay or load from lighters at anchorage, tankers are also berthed at main quay.
Questions about Tulear
What are the pilot arrangements at Tulear?
Pilotage is compulsory for vessels over 150DWT.
What time zone is Tulear in?
Local time at Tulear is UTC+3. No summer time.
What is the water density at Tulear?
1025.
Which load line zone is Tulear in?
Summer.
Who carries out Port State Control at Tulear?
Port State Control at Tulear: Indian Ocean MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Tulear?
The UN/LOCODE of Tulear is MGTLE.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Tulear say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.
A planning aid, not for navigation. These facts come from public sources and each section shows how old it is. Check with the port, your agent, your ENCs and official publications. Spotted something wrong? Tell us on the feedback board.