General NETHERLANDS ANTILLES

GENERAL (See Plan) Vessel Size Draft

(g.r.t.) (ft.)
60,000 – 65,000 20 – 29
65,000 – 70,000 21 – 30
GEO-POLITICAL: 70,000 – 75,000 22 – 31
Capital City: Willemstad. 75,000 – 80,000 23 – 32
Nationality: (noun) Dutch Antillean, (adjective) Dutch Antillean. over – 80,000 24 – 33
Population: 227,049.
COMMUNICATIONS: Draft may be more, but trim should not exceed 10 ft.
International Direct Dial Code: 599. APPROACHES: Navigable waters surrounding Bonaire Island are clear.
Number of Internal Airports: 5. However, the coasts of the Island are steep-to and should be avoided. A low
Major Languages Spoken: Papiamento 65.4% (a rocky islet (Klein Bonaire) is about 0.5 miles offshore, midway along the west
Spanish-Portuguese-Dutch-English dialect), English 15.9% (widely coast abreast of the town of Kralendijk. The currents in the offing and off the
spoken), Dutch 7.3% (official), Spanish 6.1%, Creole 1.6%, other 1.9%, points of the island set westward. On days with little wind, a weak current
unspecified 1.8% (2001 census). sets to the westward, generally parallel with the coast from Kralendijk Roads
ECONOMY: toward Wekoewa Point and parallel to the coast line in way of the jetty. It is
Currency: 1 Netherlands Antillan Guilder (ANG) of 100 Cents. urged that reference be made to the British Admiralty South American Pilot
Main Industries: Tourism (Sint Maarten, and Bonaire), petroleum refining Volume V or United States HO Pub. 22 Sailing Directions for the West Indies
(petroleum transshipment facilities (Curacao and Bonaire), petroleum Volume II or equivalent publication of the Netherlands Government.
transshipment facilities (light manufacturing (Curacao) and light Lacre Point, on which a light is shown, is at the southern extremity of
manufacturing (). Bonaire. A light is situated on Boca Spelonk, the eastern mid-point of the
ENVIRONMENT: island. Seroe Bentana Light, situated near the northern extremity of the island,
Territorial Sea: 12 n.m. is visible for approach from the NE through NW south of 250␥/070␥ on the
Other Maritime Claims: Exclusive Fishing Zone: 12 n.m. west side of the northern end of the island this light is obscured and then
Coastline Extent: 364 km. jetty lights and Radio Netherland Towers may be used for bearings.
Climate: Tropical; ameliorated by northeast trade winds. Prevailing winds are the ENE trade winds.
Natural Resources: Phosphates (salt (Bonaire only) and salt (). Hazard Zone: Radio Transmitting Installation: Vessels approaching
Natural Hazards: Sint Maarten, Saba, and Sint Eustatius are subject to Bonaire should remain clear of an area within a radius of 3 nautical miles
hurricanes from July to October; Curacao and Bonaire are south of from the Radio Netherlands Towers situated on the island of Bonaire in
Caribbean hurricane belt and are rarely threatened. Lat. 12␥ 13' N, Long. 68␥ 19' 15" W. This area is noted as a danger area due
Terrain: Generally hilly, volcanic interiors. to strong radiation from the powerful radio transmitters on shore. Bonaire
Terminal is situated sufficiently west of this area to be well clear of any radio
OVERVIEW: Comprises the islands of Curacao, Bonaire, Saba, radiation influence.
St Eustatius and St Maarten, which form an autonomous part of the Kingdom
of the Netherlands. PILOTAGE: Compulsory. The Pilot/Berthing Master will board the vessel
Unification: In 1845, the Dutch Windward Islands united with Curacao, at the established arrival point in Lat. 12␥ 12.3' N, Long. 68␥ 24.1' W, which
Bonaire and Aruba in a political unit. Since 1954, the federation of the is 1.5 nautical miles SW from No. 1 Jetty.
Netherlands Antilles (Curacao, Bonaire, Saba, St Eustatius and St Maarten), The Pilot will embark from one of the tugs or launches assigned to assist
which is a constituent part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, has been the vessel in the berthing operation. The Pilot will assist the Master in every
semi-autonomous in most internal affairs. way possible to manoeuvre the vessel from the arrival point into the berth
The Kingdom retains authority over foreign affairs, defence, final judicial with the assistance of two, or in case of a VLCC/ULCC, three to four tugs
review, and Kingdom matters including human rights and good governance. and utilising the services of one mooring launch to run mooring lines from
Aruba was part of this federation until 1 January 1986, when it gained a the vessel to the mooring dolphins.
separate status within the Kingdom of the Netherlands. ANCHORAGES: There is no anchorage area at Bonaire for tankers;
Dissolution: In 2004, a commission of the governments of the Netherlands therefore, if the berth is occupied, vessels will be appropriately instructed to
Antilles and the Netherlands reported on the future status for the Netherlands remain within radio/telephone (VHF Channels 16 and 13) radius pending
Antilles. The commission advised a revision of the statute of the Kingdom of advice with respect to a clear berth or other advices.
the Netherlands in order to dissolve the Netherlands Antilles. The dissolution PRATIQUE: There are no health formalities.
of the Netherlands Antilles is planned for 10 October 2010. The islands of PRE-ARRIVAL INFORMATION: When a vessel leaves its loading
Curacao and Saint Maarten will become autonomous territories, while port, the shipper should advise the date of anticipated arrival at Bonaire. For
Bonaire, Saba and St Eustatius will become Dutch municipalities. vessels departing from remote loading ports, the estimated arrival date should
be revised at least once each week while the vessel is en-route.
Pre-Arrival Advice: The Master should advise his estimated time of arrival
BONAIRE TERMINAL (formerly Brasil): not less than 72 hours, 48 hours and 24 hours prior to arrival, and this last
12␥ 13' N 068␥ 23' W (See Plan) message should be revised if there is a change in the ETA. Wireless telegraph
messages of this nature must be sent to the Agent who, in turn, will
immediately relay the information to the Terminal Management.
OVERVIEW: Bonaire Petroleum Corporation NV Terminal is capable of Tankers from the Mediterranean, Africa and the Middle East should give
handling all types of crude oil and heavy oils (bunker C and residual fuels). ETAs 10 and 5 days as well as 72, 48 and 24 hours.
Heated and non-heated storage tanks are available for storage, blending and The text of any one of the Arrival Advice Messages should contain the
transhipment. following data in addition to the declared Time of Arrival
LOCATION: Jetty No. 1 is situated on the south coast of the northern 1. Draft fore and aft
portion of the Island of Bonaire. 2. Available fittings, i.e. number and diameter of connections at deck
Charts: BA Charts No. 1414 and 2193. manifold for prompt connecting of 2␺24 in. and/or 2␺12 in. steel
DOCUMENTS: swivel loading arms
5 Crew Lists 3. Any conditions which may affect loading or unloading operations
2 Stores Lists 4. Any unusual condition which may require abnormal attention prior to
2 Crew Effects Declarations berthing
5 Medicine and Drugs Lists 5. Quantity of ballast and estimated time of deballasting.
1 ISSC ISPS: Vessel to forward vessel ISPS status and security level details.
1 Vaccination List. VHF: The terminal may be called on Channel 16 within a radius of 30 miles.
Customs and Immigration: When the vessel is secure in the berth and Communication should then be shifted to Channel 13.
the gangway is landed on deck, the Immigration officer, the Customs officer After initial contact has been established, the vessel will monitor
and the Agent will board to attend formal entry of the vessel. The Immigration Channel 13. This will include communication with the two tugs and the two
officer may act on behalf of the Quarantine Service. mooring launches on stand-by, all of which will be available to assist the
Immigration: Two copies of the crew list are to be ready for presentation to vessel berthing.
the Immigration Officer. Crew List is to be delivered to the Terminal Gate for Mooring, Unmooring VHF Communication: Communication on
Security Control, therefore no Gate Passes are required. Channel 13 during the immediate approach and mooring procedure will be
Customs: The Customs Officer will require 1 Crew List, 1 Stores List, 1 List confined rigidly to berthing operations. This includes all directives from the
of Personal Effects for those crew men leaving the vessel at Bonaire and Berthing Master to the tugs, the mooring launches and the jetty. The only
1 List of all Medicines and Drugs. The Customs Officer with the assistance messages which may interfere with these communications will be those
of the Agent will prepare the Inward Clearance document. This document is caused by an extreme emergency.
to be signed by the Master. Upon completion of the above formalities, the After the vessel has been secured in the berth and the Berthing Master
vessel is declared free and shore leave may be granted. has cleared all berthing operations, communication on Channel 13 will be
ISPS COMPLIANCE: Terminal is compliant. secured and all base VHF receivers will be returned to monitor
MAX. SIZE: Berth No. 1: 500,000 d.w.t., depth 110 ft. Channel 16 pending an emergency or when the Berthing Master resumes
Berth No. 2: 135,000 d.w.t. and depth 49 ft. 6 in. his function for a departing vessel. It is to be noted that hand radio/telephone
RESTRICTIONS: For tankers arriving in ballast, the following minimum sets transmit and receive only on Channel 13. The terminal control room
drafts are required for manoeuvring when entering the harbour of Bonaire monitors tugs and launches on Channels 16 and/or 13.
under normal weather conditions: Radio/Telephone UHF (Private Frequency): Communication between
Vessel Size Draft the platform and the vessel and the terminal before, during and after transfer
(g.r.t.) (ft.) of product will be via portable intrinsically safe, hand carried, radio/telephones
upto 15,000 11 – 18 supplied by the shore on a private UHF frequency.
15,000 – 19,000 12 – 19 Radio/Telephone VHF Resume Use Departing: When the vessel is
19,000 – 25,000 13 – 20 ready to depart and the Berthing Master has boarded and resumes his
25,000 – 29,000 14 – 21 function, communication will again be established on Channel 13 between
29,000 – 35,000 14 – 22 the vessel’s bridge, the two or three tugs, the mooring launches and the jetty,
35,000 – 40,000 15 – 23 so that the casting off operation may be properly accomplished.
40,000 – 45,000 16 – 24 Radio Telephone – Guard Call Channel 16: After the Berthing Master
45,000 – 50,000 17 – 25 disembarks and the tugs are dismissed, and the vessel has departed full
50,000 – 55,000 18 – 27 away, the terminal station may be called on Channel 16 and/or 13 when
55,000 – 60,000 19 – 28 necessary.

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Radio Repairs: A Radio Holland Service engineer available and can be
arranged through the Agent.
TUGS: Tug assistance is compulsory. Mooring launch is available.
Normally two tugs are used for ships up to 150,000 d.w.t., from
150,000 – 350,000 d.w.t. three tugs, and above 350,000 d.w.t. four tugs will
be used for docking.
When two tugs are used, both will make fast on the starboard side main
deck fore and aft; using tugs’ lines. In case of VLCC or ULCC whereby three
or four tugs are required, the Pilot determines the position where the tugs
are to make fast. When sailing only two tugs can be used under normal
weather conditions.
BERTHS:
Berth No. 1: Max. size vessels 500,000 d.w.t. on full draft and no restrictions
for length and beam. Depth of water 110 ft.
Minimum size vessels approximately 30,000 d.w.t. due to distance between
the Inner Breasting Dolphins No. BD2 and BD3.
Mooring Facilities: Berth No. 1 consists of an operating platform 132 ft. 10 in.
long facing the sea and 94 ft. wide toward the shore with 2␺24 in. and 16 in.
swivel jointed steel loading arms for the transfer of petroleum products.
Loading arms are equipped with hydraulic quick couplings and will fit on all
standard ASA/DIN flanges. The 24 in. loading arms are constructed to fit on
16 in., 18 in. and 24 in. ship connections and the 16 in. loading arms are
constructed to fit on 10 in., 12 in., 14 in. and 16 in. ship connections. The
waterfront side of the platform is 22 ft. 3 in. inside and away from the
ship’s side.
Breasting Dolphins: There are 6 breasting dolphins, four of which are
designed for the vessel to rest against and to which forward and back spring
lines are to be secured to heavy quick-release mooring hooks. At each end
of the system of breasting dolphins there is one landing dolphin offset to
allow a vessel 5␥ off the parallel line to land against the berth system. These
are noted ‘‘a’’ for the offset dolphin and the main dolphin is noted ‘‘b’’. The
dolphins are numbered from No. BD1a and BD1b in the west and through
BD2, BD3 and BD4 and BD4a to the east. The centre line of the berthing
facility is 17 ft. 5 in. east of the centre line of the operating platform. This
point is well marked on the seaward panel of the platform with a 4 in. wide
white reflecting vertical stripe. BD2 and BD3 are each 135 ft. west and east
of this white vertical stripe. BD1b is 80 ft. further west from BD2 and BD4 is
119 ft. further east from BD3.
Mooring Dolphins: Inshore 215 ft. perpendicular from the berthing line are
six mooring dolphins. These dolphins are numbered from MD1 in the west
to MD6 in the east, MD3 and MD4 are each 350 ft. west and east from the
centre line of the mooring structure system noted by the white vertical stripe
on the seaward face of the operating platform. MD2 and MD5 are each 250 ft.
west and east respectively, from MD3 and MD4. MD1 and MD6 are each
again 250 ft. west and east respectively, from MD2 and MD5.
Berth No. 2: Max. size vessels 135,000 d.w.t. with limited ballast or cargo
quantity on board, down to 90,000 d.w.t. fully loaded. Max. depth of water
on mooring line is 49 ft. 6 in. (ship’s Master reported depth as 51 ft. 6 in. in
May 1987).
Minimum size vessels approximately 30,000 d.w.t. due to distance between
the Inner Breasting Dolphins No. BD2 and BD3.
Mooring Facilities: Berth No. 2 consists of a triangular platform 49 ft. long,
facing the sea and 42 ft. 6 in. wide towards the shore with 3␺12 in. swivel
jointed steel loading arms for the transfer of petroleum products. The
waterfront side is 11 ft. 6 in. inside and away from the ship’s side. All loading
arms are equipped with hydraulic quick couplings and will fit on all standard
ASA/DIN flanges of 10 in., 12 in., 14 in. and 16 in. on ship’s manifold.
Breasting Dolphins: There are four breasting dolphins for the vessel to rest
against and to which forward and back springs are to be secured to heavy
quick-release mooring hooks. The dolphins are numbered BD1 and BD2 on
the west side of the platform and BD3 and BD4 on the east side. BD2 is
located 139 ft. 4 in. west of the centre line of the platform and BD3 is located
123 ft. east of the centre line. BD1 and BD4 are each 5.7 m. further west and
east respectively from BD2 and BD3.
Mooring Dolphins: Inshore, 164 ft. perpendicular from the berthing line are
three mooring dolphins of which two are on the east side and one on the
west side to handle respectively the head and stern lines. These dolphins
are numbered MD1, MD2 and MD3 from west to east.
MD1 is 328 ft. west of the centre line of the operating platform.
MD2 is 328 ft. east of the centre line of the operating platform,
MD3 is 262 ft. east of MD2.
GENERAL INFORMATION APPLICABLE FOR BOTH JETTIES:
Capstans: On each of the breasting and mooring dolphins there is a small
capstan with sufficient power to heave up on to the deck of the dolphin a
ship’s mooring line for securing to the heavy quick-release hooks.
Mooring Lines: Prior to coming alongside, the vessel must have all mooring
lines on station and available on that side which will be to the berth (normally
port side to). Bearing in mind that the product transfer is via steel swivel
loading arms, it is imperative that the forward and back spring lines be
adequate to maintain a minimum fore and aft motion of the vessel to remain
within the limitation of the envelope of loading arms.
Spring, Breasting, Head and Stern Lines: The first lines lead out are
headlines to the mooring dolphin, immediately followed by the forward and
back springs to the breasting dolphins. Hereafter respectively the forward
and after breasting lines are lead out to the appropriate mooring dolphins
and finally the stern lines to the mooring dolphin. The procedure may be
altered in accord with physical equipment on the ship, weather and sea
conditions, along with other circumstances, all subject to the Berthing
Master’s requirements and combined approval of the Master and terminal
management.
Mixed Mooring Lines Prohibited: Mixed moorings are prohibited, i.e. a wire
and a fibre rope in parallel service is undesirable due to unequal elasticity.
All mooring lines must be so arranged that loss of effect cannot occur when
slacking off or heaving in one line, as required, due to the rise or lowering
of the vessel during discharge or loading of cargo.
Mooring Machinery – Deck Winches: All deck machinery used for the heaving
in and control of mooring lines must be operable. A vessel having deck
machinery in poor state of maintenance to that point where mooring lines
cannot be hove tight or brakes that tend to slip under tension will be sufficient
reason to require consideration of terminal management to refuse connecting
of the steel loading arms, or if same are already connected and the mooring
lines become insecure, all transfer of product will be stopped and the steel
loading arms disconnected pending correction of the mooring situation.
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Surge-Tension Controls Prohibited: Wire mooring lines not on winch drums
are not to be used for spring lines. Mooring wires secured on surge and
tension controlled winches are prohibited. All mooring lines must be secured
positively, i.e. on winch drums with the brake properly drawn tight or properly
secured on bitts.
Power to Deck Machinery: At no time during the period the vessel is in berth
is the power to operate deck machinery to be shut off.
Motion of Vessel in Berth: The vessel, while loading arms are connected,
must not be permitted any motion alongside or away from its proper position
in berth.
Surveillance of Mooring Lines: Mooring lines must remain under constant
surveillance during unloading and loading operations. Failure to ease tension
on mooring lines during unloading or failure to maintain proper tension on
mooring lines while loading will be sufficient reason to stop transfer of product.
Emergency Towing Wire: After the vessel is all fast fore and aft, an
emergency wire of suitable quality and strength to tow the vessel should be
positioned on the offshore bow and the after offshore quarter of the ship.
This towing wire should be secured so that the eye may be readily picked
up by a towing vessel. It is required that the length of the wire hawser should
be not less than one-half again that of the highest freeboard of the vessel
at the point of its location on the ship where the ship end is well fast on bitts.
Emergency Signal: In the event of any form of emergency such as fire,
bursting of transfer piping, Operating Platform emergency signal will be an
intermittent signal on the general alarm system for not less than 15 seconds.
Since a shore radio is supplied to the vessel for proper communication, this
radio must be used in the event of an emergency to inform the Loading
Master. The vessel will use its own emergency signals in the event of any
emergency on board.
To co-ordinate any emergency procedure, the personnel on the Operating
Platform must be advised of the vessel’s emergency signals.
In the event of any emergency either on board the vessel or the operating
platform all oil transfer must be stopped and all oil transfer valves closed.
TANKER FACILITIES: See ‘‘Cargo Operations’’.
CARGO OPERATIONS:
Electric Bond – Earthing: Prior to manoeuvring the loading/unloading steel
mechanical loading arms toward the vessel from the Operating Platform, the
electric bond wire must be connected to a clean metal contact on the vessel
in the area of the manifold.
The electric bond wire shall not be disconnected until the loading/unloading
mechanical arms have been disconnected and manoeuvred well clear of
the vessel.
The flame proof switch on the jetty will remain open until the electric bond
wire has been connected to the ship. Prior to disconnecting the electric bond
wire from the ship, the flame proof switch on the jetty will have been opened.
Connection to Oil Transfer Piping System: On both jetties there are
steel pipe swivel jointed loading/unloading arms.
Also see ‘‘Berths’’.
This equipment is controlled either from the deck of the operating platform
or from the ship’s deck by using a remote control panel. Connection of the
fittings requires clean flat faced flanges on the vessel’s manifold, using a
O-ring gasket, to ensure a secure tight connection.
Cargo and Ballast Transfer: Before transfer of cargo or ballast may be
started, the chief officer and the terminal representative will ensure that all
necessary controls and safety measures have been attended. A Declaration
of Inspection is to be signed by a responsible ship’s officer and the terminal
representative certifying that all precautionary measures have been taken,
that all equipment used in the transfer operation is in proper order and that
all concerned are in agreement on the proper procedure of the operation.
Discharge of Cargo: Upon advice from the Terminal Loading Master to
the ship’s officer in charge that oil transfer may be started, the officer will
arrange for the initial flow to be slow with sufficient pressure to permit
inspection of all transfer piping and connections for any leakage. When the
terminal personnel advise they are receiving product, the flow may be
increased to the rate agreed upon.
Completion of Cargo Discharge: After all cargo tanks have been drained
and the pumps have lost suction and the discharge of cargo has been
declared finished, the flow of product will have stopped. With the agreement
between the ship’s officer and the Terminal Marine Supervisor, the oil transfer
valves on the operating platform will be closed. All product remaining in the
unloading arms will be drained back into the vessel. If the vessel’s pipeline
system does not allow the complete draining of the unloading arm, then
arrangements must be made to drain the arm into a container or via a drain
hose led into a cargo tank. No product will be permitted to drain out onto the
open deck of the vessel! After the arms have been completely drained, they
may be disconnected and the ends blanked off to prevent any drippage of oil.
Loading of Cargo: Upon advice from the ship’s officer in charge that oil
transfer may be started, the Terminal Loading Master will arrange for the
initial flow of product into the vessel. When the ship’s officer advises that he
is satisfied that product is flowing in accord with the loading programme, he
will advise the terminal personnel and the flow will be increased to the rate
agreed upon.
Communication, Audible, Visual: Constant contact with the personnel
on the Operating Platform during the topping off procedure is mandatory!
The rate of flow of product is to be adjusted to that point where complete
control is constant and that in the event of an emergency immediate shut
down will not create any pressure surge on the shore transfer piping.
Topping Off of Cargo Tanks: Every precaution must be observed to
avoid over-filling of any tank or causing any listing of the vessel. Observance
of the trim by the stern shall be constant to avoid any undue strain upon the
vessel’s longitudinal structure. The cargo tanks and pipelines thereto on most
tankers are segregated into groups. One tank in each group should be
selected for the overflow relief tank by maintaining the level of liquid
considerably lower than the other filling tanks to permit prompt relief of that
tank reaching an overfilled level.
Completion of Loading: After all cargo has been loaded all product
remaining in the loading arms will be drained into the vessel. If the vessel’s
pipeline system does not permit complete draining of the loading arms, then
arrangements must be made to drain the arm into a container or via a drain
hose led into a cargo tank. No product will be permitted to drain out onto the
open deck of the vessel ! After the arms have been drained they may be
disconnected and the ends blanked off to prevent any drippage of oil.
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Crude Oil Washing: Crude Oil Washing (COW) must be requested before SURVEYORS: Cargo Inspectors: Aivepet, Inchcape Testing,
arrival to obtain approval of the Terminal Manager. Inspecciones, Inspectorate, Saybolt.
It is the terminal’s intention to allow vessels to COW at the terminal. Surveyors: Available from Aruba or Curacao.
However, the vessel must strictly adhere to the International Safety Guide POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Tel: 8000 via terminal’s control room
for Oil Tankers and Terminals Guidelines pertaining to COW procedures and or office.
a terminal representative will check the procedure before and during
the COW. NEAREST AIRPORT: Flamingo International Airport, 16 km.
Cargo Inspection: Along with the Government boarding officers the SEAMAN’S CLUBS: None.
representative of the petroleum inspecting organisation mutually engaged by DEVELOPMENTS: The terminal now has the facility to handle up to
the Shipper and Bonaire Petroleum Corporation NV will board the vessel for 5 million barrels of heavy and/or residual oils.
the purpose of gauging the cargo tanks, obtaining the temperature of the AUTHORITY: The Harbour Master, Kralendijk, Bonaire, Netherlands
cargo and obtaining required samples. His function is to protect the interest Antilles. Tel: +599 (717) 8151. FAX: +599 (717) 8416.
of the vessel as well as the Shipper and the consignee. Every assistance is Operator: Bonaire Petroleum Corporation NV, Bopec Building, PO Box 117,
to be rendered to expedite his function on board the vessel. An officer should Kralendijk, Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles. Tel: +599 (717) 8177 (Terminal).
accompany the Inspector while on board and should assist by making FAX: +599 (717) 8266. Telex: 1284 (Terminal). Contact: Errol Rienhart,
available all information requested such as cargo tank calibration tables, etc. Terminal Manager.
Cargo transfer may not be commenced without the approval of the Inspector.
Completion of Discharge of Cargo – Inspection: Upon completion of
discharge of the cargo, the inspector will examine all of the cargo tanks and BULLENBAAI TERMINAL, Curacao:
will sign the tank inspection certificate.
Loading Cargo, Inspection: In the case of a vessel arriving to load cargo, 12␥ 11' N 069␥ 01' W (See Plan)
the inspector will examine all of the cargo tanks to determine the condition
of the cargo tanks for reception of the cargo. Upon completion of loading all OVERVIEW: The largest oil storage and transshipment terminal in the
of the cargo, the inspector will gauge the cargo tanks, take temperatures and Caribbean. The terminal handles crude oil, fuel oil and white products. Six
samples as required. jetties, three of which can handle ULCCs.
Incomplete or Part Cargo: In the event the vessel does not complete the LOCATION: In an open bay on the SW coast of Curacao, 8 n.m. NW of
discharge of cargo, or does not load a full cargo, the Inspector will board the Willemstad.
vessel to gauge the cargo tanks to record the amount of cargo in the vessel CHARTS: BA Chart No. 702.
after transfer operations have been completed. DOCUMENTS:
Cargo Pumproom Sea Suctions: Prior to loading or unloading, the public Immigration:
inspector will certify that the sea suction valves connected to the vessel’s oil 2 Crew Lists
transfer system are closed, lashed and sealed. Do not lock these valves 2 Passenger Lists (Passenger Lists should indicate full names, age, sex,
under any circumstances. These valves are to be sealed in the Closed civil state, and occupation. Passengers must show proof of citizenship
position and sufficiently lashed so they may not open due to vibration or any (a passport, voter’s registration or birth certificate is acceptable))
other reason. Customs:
CRANES: Access of cranes is limited to Jetty No. 1 only. The terminal has 2 Cargo Manifests
a mobile crane able to handle up to 18 tons. 2 Cargo Manifests (in transit)
BALLAST: All vessels arriving at the Island of Bonaire, and have to 1 Crew List
discharge ballast water, shall comply with the following: the ballast waters to 1 Crew Effects Declaration
be discharged must have been taken at least 12 nautical miles offshore and 1 Passenger List (landing at Curacao)
constitute clear, ocean water, devoid of any obvious riverine or coastal 1 Stores List (deck, engine, narcotics, firearms and stewards department)
influence. To confirm this, Masters have to sign a Ballast Water 2 Tally Books of cargo for discharge at Curacao, if any
Declaration Form. If the ship is in ballast, only the Stores List is required.
Ballast Loading: Should the vessel have permanent ballast tanks with The Customs officer will then make out his ‘‘Akte van inklaring’’ (Certificate
entirely separate pipelines and ballast transfer system sea water ballast may of Entry).
be loaded in accord with the Master’s requirements. The above documents have to be signed by the Master. They may be
Sea water ballast is not to be loaded into any cargo tanks or through any made out in Dutch, English, Spanish or French.
oil transfer system while there is any cargo on board the vessel. In the event ISPS COMPLIANCE: Terminal is compliant.
of an emergency, special arrangements must be agreed upon with the PFSO: Henny Cornelia, Refineria Isla. Tel: +599 (9) 466 3333.
terminal management for the loading of ballast into any cargo tanks before Mobile: +599 560 3622. Email: hcornelia@refineriaisla.com
all of the cargo has been completely discharged. MAX. SIZE: 550,000 d.w.t., LOA no limit, draft 28.7 m., manifold height
The vessel’s Senior Officer in charge will personally supervise the 25.0 m.
arrangement of the pumproom system for the ballasting operation. The public Also see ‘‘Berths’’.
cargo inspector will accompany the officer into the pumproom to break the RESTRICTIONS: Minimum arrival drafts for vessels in ballast as follows:
seals on the sea suction valves. Size Fore Aft
No sea suction valve may be opened until all down coming pipelines have (g.t.) (m.) (m.)
been drained and are completely free of product and the down coming valve Below 11,000 3.05 4.88
closed. In most instances the pumps should be operating just prior to opening 11,000 – 15,000 3.35 5.49
the sea suction valve. 15,000 – 19,000 3.66 5.79
Ballast loading will be under the entire control of the ship’s personnel and 19,000 – 25,000 3.96 6.10
it is expected that all normal loading precautions will be observed. 25,000 – 29,000 3.96 6.40
Deballasting: En-route to Bonaire the vessel should have thoroughly 29,000 – 35,000 3.96 6.71
cleaned certain appropriate tanks for the containment of clean ballast for 35,000 – 40,000 3.96 7.01
discharge overboard. Only dirty ballast (oil contaminated sea water) and tank 40,000 – 45,000 4.27 7.32
cleaning slops are to be discharged into the terminal’s ballast receiving 45,000 – 50,000 4.57 7.62
system. 50,000 – 55,000 4.57 7.92
Ballast, Oily Water, Discharge: Under no circumstances will dirty ballast 55,000 – 60,000 4.88 8.23
water be discharged overboard within a radius of 50 miles from any 60,000 – 65,000 4.88 8.53
Netherlands Antilles Island. 65,000 – 70,000 5.18 8.84
70,000 – 75,000 5.49 8.84
Ballast Discharge to Shore: After the steel loading arm to be used has 75,000 – 80,000 5.49 9.14
been connected to the ship’s manifold, the discharge of ballast water will be 80,000 – 90,000 5.79 9.45
accomplished in the same manner as the discharge of cargo. 90,000 – 100,000 5.79 9.75
Tank Bottoms and Slops: Upon completion of the deballasting operation, Above 100,000 6.10 10.36
all of the vessel’s tanks will be inspected and approved for the reception of
cargo. The sea suction valves will then be sealed in the closed position by For departing vessels, the Master to decide on minimum draft, subject to
the public inspector or by a Bonaire Petroleum Corporation NV Pilot being able to disembark safely.
representative. Any bottoms and slops remaining must have the approval of Harbour regulations concerning draft state that vessels in ballast condition
terminal management prior to ‘‘loading on top’’. should not be trimmed more than 0.61 m. by the bow, or more than 3.05 m.
by the stern.
WASTE DISPOSAL: Domestic garbage service available. APPROACHES: Navigation Aids: There is a leading range of 043␥(T)
SLOPS DISPOSAL: No service available. for ships entering the bay, running 851 m. (approx. 4.5 cables) clear of the
MEDICAL: Modern facilities are available for medical and dental treatment. shore near Cape St. Marie, with red daymarks and a green and (yellowish)
A ‘‘Medical Service Request’’ form must be signed by the Master for crew red light at night.
members requiring medical or dental attention. PILOTAGE: Compulsory and available throughout 24 hours. There is no
In the case of crew members having to be left behind at Bonaire for resident Pilot at Bullenbaai. Ships arriving and leaving are piloted by Pilots
hospitalisation or otherwise, Master must sign authorisation guaranteeing supplied from Willemstad.
expense of attention rendered and repatriation. Pilot boards vessel 0.5 n.m. south of Cape St Marie.
FRESH WATER: Fresh water on Bonaire is desalinised sea water and Vessels awaiting a Pilot should not approach the pilot station until contact
the supply is minimal, but available. 72 hours’ notice is requested and has been made with the Pilot by VHF.
maximum 200 tons can be supplied. All defects affecting the operation of main engines, steering gear or other
equipment that influence the manoeuvring abilities of the vessel must be
STORING: All stores and provisions are available. There are no deck and reported to the Harbour Master prior to entering the port.
engine stores available. Upon sufficient advance notice, all items not available
on Bonaire may be obtained from Curacao. ANCHORAGES: There is no anchorage at Bullenbaai. Ships that have
to wait for berth are to remain in the vicinity within VHF radio range.
SERVICES: Laundry service may be arranged through the Agent and PRE-ARRIVAL INFORMATION: Prior to arrival at the Bullenbaai
available for unlimited quantities. Advance notice required. Terminal, the Master shall send the completed pre-arrival questionnaire to
DRY DOCK: See ‘‘Willemstad’’. the terminal via Agent.
REPAIRS: There are no repair facilities on the island of Bonaire. Upon VHF: For the Bullenbaai Terminal, vessels should call on VHF
sufficient advance notice, special service personnel and minor mechanical Channel 11 ‘‘Bullenbaai Terminal’’ for exchanging pre-arrival questionnaire
repair work may be arranged from Curacao. Transportation for such service information and berthing time, thereafter the vessel should report on VHF
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NETHERLANDS ANTILLES Bullenbaai Terminal
Vessels awaiting berth should listen on VHF Channel 11. Working channel FIRE PRECAUTIONS: In an emergency at the terminal, a siren will be
for the Pilots is VHF Channel 9. Once alongside, the Loading Department sounded. A fire alarm test is carried out every first Monday of the month at
can be contacted at Bullenbaai on VHF Channel 11 or Tel: +599 (9) 1300 hrs.
466 5231/2. Fire and safety procedures/regulations are outlined in the Terminal
TUGS: Compulsory and supplied from Willemstad. Information and Regulations.
Requirements: REGULATIONS: Small Craft Alongside Tankers: Small craft and
Size In Out barges are not allowed alongside the vessel during cargo, ballast, gas freeing
Less than 100,000 2 2 or tank cleaning operations unless authorised by the Loading Department
Up to 150,000 2 2 and agreed by the Master.
150,000 – 350,000 3 2 Lifeboats may not be swung out, unless agreed to by the Loading
Over 350,000 4 2 Department.
Lifeboats may not be launched, unless agreed to by the Loading
The tug jetty is located between Jetties No. 2 and 3.
Department and permission given by Fort Nassau Traffic Control.
BERTHS: WEATHER/TIDES: Tides: In the vicinity of Curacao, the currents are
Manifold
generally west setting, and set strongly round the points on the coastline.
Deadweight Height
Along the SW coast, the current may attain rates from 2 – 3 knots. A weaker
Jetty LOA Draft Max. Min. Displacement* Max. Min.
current may occasionally set east against the prevailing wind.
No. (m.) (m.) (tonnes) (tonnes) (tonnes) (m.) (m.)
At certain times of the year, a strong current can be expected setting
1 341 21.0 250,000 30,000 300,000 24.0 4.8
towards Cape Saint Marie and a counter-current in Bullenbaai.
3 274 17.1 100,000 30,000 100,000 17.0 3.8
4 411 28.7 550,000 50,000 No limit 21.7 5.0 TELEPHONES: Persons carrying mobile telephones must switch these
5 274 19.2 100,000 30,000 100,000 17.0 3.8 off when not in a vehicle and transiting the terminal areas and jetties or
6 No limit 28.7 550,000 40,000 No limit 25.0 4.2 outside the accommodation area on board the vessel. Mobile telephone
* Max. arrival displacement coverage provided, GSM 900/1800 (2010).
NEAREST AIRPORT: Hato International Airport, 8 km.
Minimum LOA handled 165 m.
Vessels berth port side alongside. CONNECTIONS: Regional air services available from Hato Airport,
Curacao (CUR). Direct international services available to Amsterdam and
MOORING: Vessels of 49,999 d.w. tonnes and below to have a minimum Miami.
number of mooring lines of 2-2-2, fore and aft.
Vessels of 50,000 d.w. tonnes and above to have a minimum number of IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Crew members must be in possession of
mooring lines of 3-2-2, fore and aft. a valid identity card when going ashore. Vessel to submit a Crew List prior
to berthing of vessel.
HOSES: Vessels may not use flexible hoses to bridge cargo manifold
connections. SHIPMASTER’S REPORT: December 1982
Main track consists of five strings of 36 in. pipe. The jetties carry two strings Customs require one Narcotics List and will seal beer store if it contains
of 36 in. pipe in a loop. The loading rate is up to 12,000 t.p.h. Tankers’ more than 100 cases of beer.
discharge rate is up to 25,000 t.p.h. If vessel requires to use shore crane for stores, etc., written permission
must be obtained. This permission is supplied by Loading Master.
CARGO OPERATIONS: Loading Department can be contacted on VHF
Channel 11 or Tel: +599 (9) 466 5231/2. SHIPMASTER’S REPORT: January 1999 (Updated 2002)
Emergency Shut-Down: If the vessel is loading and it is necessary to Vessel: Chemical tanker, 40,700 d.w.t.
manually initiate an emergency shut-down the jetty system will be used. Berth: Pier No. 3.
If the vessel is discharging, the vessel’s system must be used. This in VHF: Pilots operate on VHF Channel 9 and terminal on VHF Channel 11.
order to protect hoses and arms from unnecessary stresses/surges that could Berthing: Our vessel berthed port side alongside. The berth consists of a
rupture them and thus worsen any emergency. finger jetty with three dolphins either side of the jetty, with one either side
The vessel must not shut down against the shore at any time. having fenders (see ‘‘Plan’’). The mooring lines tie-up was 3-2-2 fore and aft
Crude Oil Washing: Only tankers equipped with a well constructed inert with ship’s heading showing 147␥(T). The head, stern and breast lines had
gas installation and provided with fixed tank washing machines connected long leads and were run to the inner mooring dolphins.
to the tank washing piping system by means of fixed steel piping may crude Drafts: Vessel’s arrival draft was 10.45 m. fore and aft, vessel being
oil wash cargo tanks under the following conditions. even-keel.
1. Oxygen content in cargo tank may not exceed 5% (metres calibrated). Cargo Handling Facilities: Vessel loaded via 1␺12 in. chicksan.
2. Minimum inert gas pressure of 200 mm. water gauge must be AUTHORITY: Curacao Ports Authority (CPA) NV, Werf de Wilde z/n,
maintained in the cargo tanks. PO Box 689, Curacao, Netherlands Antilles. Tel: +599 (9) 434 5999.
3. Continuous supervision by a specifically appointed and experienced Fax: +599 (9) 461 3907. Email: info@curports.com Web: www.curports.com
operator is mandatory. Contact: Richard Lopez-Ramirez, Managing Director.
4. The ‘‘in-line’’ O2 analyser must be arranged to allow for calibration
during inert gas operation.
Operator: Refineria Isla (Curacao) BV, PO Box 3843, Emmastad, Curacao,
Netherlands Antilles. Tel: +599 (9) 466 2275. Fax: +599 (9) 466 2204.
5. The hydrants of the COW pipeline must be equipped with screwed-on Web: www.refineriaisla.com Contact: Ronald W M Van Burken, Marine
heads. Superintendent. Email: rvanburken@refineriaisla.com
6. COW pipelines must be pressure tested and checked for leakage.
7. Increase in discharge time due to crude oil washing will be for ship’s
account.
For each crude washing, the Master must inform the terminal 24 hours in CARACAS BAY, Curacao: 12␥ 04' N 068␥ 52' W
advance via Agent.
Loading/Discharging: Tanker jetties from east to west: LOCATION: An open bay on the south coast of Curacao, 5 miles SE of
Jetty Capacity Connections Heading Willemstad.
No. (d.w.t.) (No.) (in.) (␥(T)) CHARTS: BA Charts No. 702 and 1412.
1 250,000 4 12 196 DOCUMENTS: Documents and all general informations, see
2* 70,000 4 12 176 ‘‘Willemstad’’.
3 100,000 3† 12 148 ISPS COMPLIANCE: See ‘‘Willemstad’’.
4 550,000 2 10 128
5 100,000 3† 12 127 MAX. SIZE: Displacement 100,000 tons, LOA 320 m., draft 13.71 m.
6 550,000 4 16 125 PILOTAGE: Compulsory, available throughout 24 hours. There is no
* Jetty No. 2 out of service resident Pilot at the bay. Ships at Caracas Bay are piloted by government
† Includes 1 white oil hose Pilots supplied from Willemstad.
Pilot Station: Located 1 n.m. SW of Lijhoek (that is the cape on the west
Total Tank Capacity: 17,750,000 barrels (1␺1,000,000, 16␺750,000, side of Caracas Bay).
6␺375,000, 38␺2,500,000). Pilots listen on Channel 16 and work on Channel 14. Tel: +599 (9)
BALLAST: No reception facilities available. 461 5079.
POLLUTION: Any air and/or water pollution is prohibited. Any leakage or ANCHORAGES: There is no anchorage in the bay.
spillage has to be reported immediately to the duty representative on VHF PRE-ARRIVAL INFORMATION: Vessels should forward their ETA at
Channel 11 or Tel: +599 (9) 466 5231/2. least 48 hours and than confirm 24 hours prior to arrival to both the Harbour
MEDICAL: Facilities available at Willemstad, 14 km. Master’s office and the Agent.
FRESH WATER: Fresh water available at the piers. VHF: Ships destined for Caracas Bay are to inform Traffic Control at
Willemstad of their approach.
FUEL: Bunker facilities for all grades are available at a rate of 3,800 bbls./hr. Fort Nassau signal station at Willemstad listens on Channel 16 and works
STORING: Stores may be loaded on board, using the jetty crane, when on Channel 12. Tel: +599 (9) 461 4581.
the vessel is carrying out cargo or cargo tank ballast operations in the closed There is no VHF radio station at Caracas Bay.
mode and tanks are in an inert condition. TUGS: Tugs operate from Willemstad and assistance is available for arriving
When using a barge, the loading of stores should preferably be done in vessels only. Ship’s departure is without tug assistance. Tugs are
the poop deck area, if the vessel has a stores crane aft, and not the midships automatically provided for cargo and passenger ships as follows:
cargo deck area. Tugs Vessel Length
Storing by hand is allowed at all times. (No.) (g.r.t.) (m.)
DRY DOCK: See ‘‘Willemstad’’. 1 over 16,000 over 182.9
REPAIRS: Immobilisation of engines and/or repairs is not permitted unless 2 over 30,000
agreed by the Loading Department in writing.
The following firefighting precautions must be taken: BERTHS: Two piers are at the east side of the bay, naturally protected
a) at least two fire hoses, fitted with jet/fog nozzles, to be run out and from prevailing wind and sea, with depths up to 14.32 m. alongside. Vessels
ready for use dock directly with their port side along the piers.
b) fire main must be under pressure Pier No. 2 and 3: Both Piers have a depth alongside of 14.02 m. They are
c) an international ship-shore connection shall be available on the modern concrete piers/quays, with enough platform areas to serve as a
vessel’s fire main near the gangway passenger terminal. The largest cruise ships moor along these piers regularly.
d) dry chemical extinguishing equipment of minimum 20 kg. capacity STEVEDORES: Lighters and longshoremen are supplied from
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MEDICAL: Available. DOCUMENTS:
FUEL: Available. Contact: Curoil NV. Tel: +599 (9) 432 0000. Fax: +599 (9) Crew Effects Declaration
461 3335. Email: curoil@curoil.com Web: www.curoil.com 5 Crew List
Curio List
CHANDLERY: 5 Passenger List
Marine Trading Division. Tel: +599 (9) 737 0428. Fax: +599 (9) 737 4251.
Stores List
Ship Industrial Supplies (SIS) NV. Tel: +599 (9) 461 2289. Fax: +599 (9)
461 7397. Inward Clearance: Inward Clearance is effected on board immediately on
berthing. Immigration Officer arrives on board immediately after berthing.
REPAIRS: Small repairs can be carried out in the bay using working barges Passengers disembarking at Bonaire must present themselves for documents
alongside vessels. check.
Contact: De Ron Machine Shop NV. Tel: +599 (9) 737 3452, 3320. Customs Officer boards immediately after berthing and together with a
Fax: +599 (9) 737 4607. representative of the Agency’s Shipping Department the inward clearance
Divers: Miami Divers. Tel: +599 (9) 767 1873. Email: tim@miamidiver.com document of the vessel (in ballast or with cargo in transit, as the case may
Web: www.miamidiver.com be) is prepared and signed. This document must be signed by the Master.
Peters Divers. Tel: +599 (9) 868 3694. Fax: +599 (9) 869 0998. Occasionally the Customs Officer may insist that the Master sign in his
TIME: GMT minus four hours. presence.
WEATHER/TIDES: Tidal Range: Maximum range of 0.60 m. 1 or 2 Customs Officers will remain on board during the vessel’s stay in
port.
Current: Setting WNW at max. 3 knots.
Wind: Average wind speed of 11 – 16 knots. ISPS COMPLIANCE: Port is compliant.
Air Temperature: Average 28C␥. MAX. SIZE: LOA 320 m., depth 12.2 m.
Passengers: LOA 260 m., beam 32.0 m.
NEAREST AIRPORT: Hato International Airport, 20 km. Ro-Ro: LOA 91 m., draft 4.5 m.
GENERAL: Clearance, port administration, port charges and regulations Salina: 70,000 d.w.t., depth 13.7 m.
are the same as at Willemstad. Largest Vessel: M/V ‘‘Nelvana’’ 74,973 d.w.t.
SHIPMASTER’S REPORT: March 1986 DENSITY: 1025.
Vessel 95,000 d.w.t. RESTRICTIONS: No tide.
Pilotage: Pilots usually request access on port side (due prevailing wind) Bridges: None.
but will accept starboard side if given a good lee. Pilot boards from tug which PILOTAGE: Compulsory. Pilot meets vessels 0.75 n.m. SW of the berths.
then makes fast through centre lead forward. As vessel gets into the bay a The pilot boat is either a small tug boat or a fast GRP boat, orange hull,
second tug makes fast on the main deck forward, then first tug lets go and white supersturcture with ‘‘Pilot’’ written on both sides. Pilot Office operates
makes fast starboard main deck aft. Tugs lines used. on VHF Channel 16 and 11, Monday – Friday, 0730 – 1200 and
Berthing: Berth is not designed for vessels over 800 ft. in length. 1300 – 1700 hrs.
Forward Moorings: Three head lines, two springs, two breasts in that order. After the normal working hours vessels should route their message via
Aft Moorings: Two springs, two breasts, three stern lines in that order. BOPEC Oil Terminal which operates VHF radio Channels
Mooring Boat: Only one mooring boat was available so forward end was 16 and 13 throughout 24 hours.
made fast first. Salina: Pilot boards 0.75 n.m. west of the jetty, from a motor boat.
Shore Gangway: Shore gangway used and shore passes required. ANCHORAGES: For small vessels between Playa Lechi and the North
Fresh Water: Fresh water is available US$6.00/ton. Pier only under pilotage and with the permission of the Harbour Master.
Ballast: No dirty ballast facilities. PRATIQUE: Free pratique is granted by the Pilot.
Weather: Trade wind normally prevails but is liable to change during PRE-ARRIVAL INFORMATION: Notify the Agent at least 24 hours in
hurricane season. advance.
AUTHORITY: Curacao Ports Authority (CPA) NV, Werf de Wilde z/n, VHF: ‘‘Bonaire Pilots’’. VHF Channels 16 and 11. Rescue operations VHF
PO Box 689, Curacao, Netherlands Antilles. Tel: +599 (9) 434 5999. Channel 6.
FAX: +599 (9) 461 3907. Email: cpamanag@cura.net VTS/RADAR: No Radar Port Control.
Web: www.curports.com Contact: Richard Lopez-Ramirez, Managing TUGS: 2␺3,400 h.p. Vessels should advise their Agent in advance in order
Director. Ramon Frankel, Nautical Department to make necessary arrangements.
(Email: r.frankel@cuport.com). BERTHS:
Berth Length Depth (LW) LOA Remarks
(m.) (m.) (m.)
North Pier 68 9.1 228 Cruise
FUIKBAY, Curacao: 12␥ 03' N 068␥ 50' W South Pier 120 12.2 320
Salina 187 13.7 Salt
LOCATION: On the south coast of Curacao, 7 miles SE of Willemstad, is MOORING: Mooring gang provided by Kralendijk Port Services (KPS).
an inland bay with a 44.8 m. wide navigable entrance. The depth of this Motor boats are available for running lines.
harbour is 7.92 m. Salina: The pier consists of five breasting dolphins and two mooring dolphins.
DOCUMENTS: Documents and general information, see ‘‘Willemstad’’. BULK FACILITIES: Salina: Fixed loading chute on the centre breasting
ISPS COMPLIANCE: See ‘‘Willemstad’’. dolphin, there are two mooring buoys one on each side of the pier for shifting
ships. Loading rate 1,000 t.p.h.
MAX. SIZE: LOA 109 m. (exceptionally 115 m.), draft 7.31 m.
PASSENGER FACILITIES: Several major cruise lines berth vessels
RESTRICTIONS: As a rule vessels only enter this port during daylight. at port.
Sailing can take place day and night.
OTHER FACILITIES: Ro-Ro: At the South Pier a small Ro-Ro Platform
PILOTAGE: Pilotage is compulsory. for coaster-size ships and small landing-craft. Depth 5.5 m.
ANCHORAGES: There is an anchorage area in the west side of the bay. Off the Harbour Office between the North Pier and the South Pier a Ro-Ro
TUGS: See ‘‘Willemstad’’. Pier for ships up to 3,000 g.t., depth 6.0 m.
BERTHS: This bay is mainly used as a loading terminal of the ‘‘Mining TANKER FACILITIES: There are no liquid chemical or LPG facilities.
Company Curacao’’ for export of limestone mined out of the ‘‘Tafelberg’’. Also see ‘‘Bonaire Terminal’’.
There is one berth under the conveyor which transports the limestone from LPG/LNG FACILITIES: None.
shore into the holds of the vessel alongside. Depth alongside is 28 ft. CRANES: 1␺18 tons and 1␺24 tons mobile cranes.
There is also a 25.6 m. berth available for handling explosives or other STEVEDORES: Kralendijk Port Services. Tel: +599 (7) 5115.
cargo, usually named Westwerf. Only small vessels with a max. draft of Fax: +599 (7) 7313.
3.66 m. can come alongside. Vessels with a greater draft can moor with the Working Hours: Monday to Friday 0700 – 1200 and 1300 – 1600.
help of floats between ship and quay. Overtime possible.
The piers are privately owned by Mining Company Curacao, situated on Opening/Closing Hatches: Normally carried out by crew.
private territory of this company. Cargo Gear: Ship’s gear.
CRANES: 5 ton mobile crane available. BALLAST: All vessels arriving at the Island of Bonaire, which have to
FUEL: This port has no bunker facilities, so vessels bound for this port discharge ballast water, shall comply with the following: The ballast waters
must take bunkers in Willemstad before or after calling at this port if bunkers to be discharged must have been loaded at least 12 n.m. offshore and
are desired. constitute clear, ocean water, devoid of any obvious riverine or coastal
influence. To confirm this, Masters have to sign a Ballast Water Declaration
REPAIRS: See ‘‘Willemstad’’. Form.
AUTHORITY: See ‘‘Willemstad’’. MEDICAL: Modern facilities are available for medical and dental treatment.
A ‘‘Medical Service Request’’ form must be signed by the Master or other
authorised officer for crew members requiring medical or dental treatment.
In case of crew members having to be left behind at Bonaire for hospitalisation
or otherwise, Master must sign an authorisation guaranteeing expense of
KRALENDIJK, Bonaire, including Salina: treatment and repatriation.
12␥ 09' N 068␥ 17' W (See Plan) FRESH WATER: Fresh water from the Government water distillation and
power plant can be supplied at the pier.
OVERVIEW: Kralendijk: Ro-Ro, cruise and bulk cargo port. FUEL: Gas oil can be delivered by truck.
Salina: Owned by Cargill Salt Bonaire NV, for loading salt in bulk. CHANDLERY: Via Agent.
LOCATION: Kralendijk: On the SW coast of the island of Bonaire. STORING: See ‘‘Storing’’ on page xiv.
Salina: Position Lat. 12␥ 05.3' N, Long. 068␥ 16.7' W, 4 n.m. south of 1. As a rule the vessel is stored by truck.
Kralendijk. 2. –
CHARTS: BA Charts No. 1414 and 2193. 3. Trucks can proceed alongside at the berth.
4. Forklifts can be used on jetty to handle stores.
Nautical Publications: NP 7A, South America Pilot Vol. 4. 5. No particular Customs Regulations regarding storing.
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SERVICES: No tank cleaning equipment or facilities for discharge of tank
washings. For compass adjusting, contact Shipping Inspection, Curacao.
Tel: +599 (9) 461 2361/461 1421. Fax: +599 (9) 461 2964.
For marine consultants, draft, quantity and damage survey, and for survey
of tanks and machinery, contact Independent Maritime Bureau and
Inspeciones Petroleras Bonaire.
Also see ‘‘Surveyors’’.
DRY DOCK: See ‘‘Willemstad’’.
REPAIRS: There are no facilities for carrying out major repairs. Qualified
technicians are available for electronic instrument repairs.
SURVEYORS: Inspecciones Petroleras Bonaire N.V. available in Bonaire
for dry and liquid cargo. Tel: +599 (7) 5175. Fax: +599 (7) 7572.
IMB (Independent Maritime Bureau (Bonaire) Inc.) represents ICS, P&I
Club nautical and technical inspectors, inspectors for Liberian Bureau and
Marine Affairs. Tel/Fax: +599 (7) 7383.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police Tel: 8000; Ambulance Tel: 8580;
Fire Tel: 8580.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE CENTRE: Nearest Emergency
Co-ordination Centre is the Rescue Co-ordination Centre of the Royal
Netherlands Air Force on Curacao. Tel: +599 (9) 463 7911, 463 7900.
Fax: +599 (9) 463 7950.
SECURITY/GANGWAY: Recommended.
REGULATIONS: Live Animals: The importation of dogs, cats, horses
and certain other animals is permitted, provided these animals are
accompanied by a certificate issued at place of origin by a licensed
Veterinarian, stating that the animal in question is free from any contagious
disease.
Dogs must have, in addition, a Certificate of Rabies Inoculation. All animals
imported (including birds) will moreover be examined on arrival.
Prohibited Imports: The importation of the following is strictly prohibited:
Parrots and parakeets, absinth, explosives, firearms, ammunition and
fireworks, except with prior permission from local authorities. All narcotics
and drugs, the sale and use of which is regulated by International
Conventions, except for legitimate use by and for sale to drugstores by duly
accredited importers. Unauthorised reprints of copyrighted scientific and
literary works of art. Copper, bronze and nickel coins, except for account of
the Government of the Netherlands Antilles. Obscene printed matter.
Immigration Law: All passengers disembarking in Bonaire as temporary
visitors, for business purposes, on vacation, or in transit to other destination,
must be in possession of:
a) Valid Passport/birth certificate.
b) One Passport photograph.
c) A return ticket, through ticket or passenger-order to next destination
outside the territory of the Netherlands Antilles.
d) All documents and visas necessary for continuing to next destination
or return to place of origin.
e) Sufficient means to be able to support themselves during their stay
in the territory.
No visa is required from a Netherlands Consul on any of the
aforementioned documents.
TIME: GMT minus 4 hours.
HOLIDAYS: New Year’s Day; Monday after Carnival; Good Friday; Easter
Monday; Queen’s Birthday (April 30th); Labour Day (May 1st); Ascension
Day; Bonaire Day (September 6th); Christmas Day and Second Christmas
Day.
DELAYS: Delay in loading or discharging may be caused by rain.
CONSULS: Colombia, Spain and Venezuela.
TELEPHONES: Telephone connection on board is possible, to be
arranged by Agent in advance.
NEAREST AIRPORT: Flamingo International Airport, 4 km.
BANKS: ABN-Amro Bank. Tel: +599 (7) 8417 and 8429. Fax: +599 (7)
8469.
Maduro and Curiel’s Bank. Tel: +599 (7) 5520. Fax: +599 (7) 8548.
Banco di Caripe NV. Tel: +599 (7) 8295.
Interbank. Tel: +599 (7) 7660. Fax: +599 (7) 7665.
McLaughlin Bank NV. Tel: +599 (7) 4500. Fax: +599 (7) 4510.
CUSTOMS: No specific regulations, customs allow only a reasonable
quantity out of bond.
SHORE LEAVE: No restrictions for shore leave.
REPATRIATION: All facilities exist for crew changes. Good connections,
several times a day to Curacao and several times a week to USA and Europe.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS: Passengers: No landing cards required,
but some ships carrying a large number of passengers furnish landing cards
to passengers for their own control of passengers returning on board.
Crew: No landing cards required.
AUTHORITY: Bonaire Port Authority, Harbour Office, Fort Oranje,
Kralendijk, Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles. Tel: +599 (7) 178151.
Fax: +599 (7) 178797. Contact: Rob St. Jago, Harbour Master.
Tel: +599 (7) 869114. Email: robsint.jago@flamingotv.net
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten: 18␥ 01' N 063␥ 03' W
(See Plan)
LOCATION: Philipsburg, capital of Netherlands St Maarten, lies in a
well-protected bay in the SE corner of the island. The only obstruction to the
harbour is Proselyte Reef or Man-of-War-Shoals, located Lat. 17␥ 56' N,
Long. 063␥ 04' W, with a minimum depth of 2.5 fathoms.
DOCUMENTS:
Immigration:
1 Crew List
1 Passenger List
Agent:
1 Crew List
1 Passenger List
Stores List: None required.
Ship’s Register: Pilot will require to see this document for obtaining the
official tonnage.
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Note: No special form is prescribed for the above documents, consequently
these may be made out in Company’s regular form.
No consular visa required on any of the above documents.
Immigration: Immigration Officer boards ship immediately after docking.
Passengers and crew are usually free to disembark immediately after
boarding.
Agency Personnel: Agency personnel board immediately after vessel is
docked together with Immigration Officer.
MAX. SIZE: Depth 6.0 m.
ARRIVAL: Entrance to the harbour can be accomplished by passing either
to the north or the east of this reef.
PILOTAGE: Pilotage is compulsory and performed by Government Pilots.
Ships bound for the pier at Philipsburg should await the Pilot at a max.
distance of 1 n.m. from the line Point Blanche-Fort Amsterdam. Pilotage
service available day and night.
Pilot Ladder: Jacob’s ladder, in clean and sound condition is sufficient.
Time to Berth: From pilot station to pier approx. 15 – 30 minutes.
ANCHORAGES: Ample suitable anchorage area available with sufficient
depths of water for several large ships simultaneously.
A good anchorage can be found in 40 ft. depth at the cross point of line
joining the pier and Fort Amsterdam (Fl.4.5s) and line joining radio masts
and the mountain Naked Boy.
If and when the pier is already occupied by another cruise-ship, cruise-ships
can proceed to anchorage, in which case communications between ship and
shore to be by ships’ own launches.
For ships proceeding to anchorage, pilotage is also compulsory.
PRE-ARRIVAL INFORMATION: VHF Channel 16.
ETA Messages: ETA messages should be sent to Agent preferably in local
time at least 24 hours in advance, and any changes occurring thereafter
should be advised.
Use of Ship’s Radio in Port: Prohibited.
VHF: Port Authority and Pilot on VHF Channel 12. Shell Terminal on VHF
Channel 9.
TUGS: 1␺700 h.p.
BERTHS:
AC Wathey Pier: Destroyed by hurricane in September 1995.
OTHER FACILITIES: Ro-Ro: Ro-Ro facility is a concrete quay of length
110 m. with depth 6.0 m.
TANKER FACILITIES: See ‘‘Shipmaster’s Report’’ dated
November 1989.
STEVEDORES: There are three gangs available. Each gang has a total
of nine workers.
WASTE DISPOSAL: A garbage collection service is available on
request.
Garbage should be properly packed into biodegradable plastic bags.
Garbage collection can be arranged through the Agent or directly with the
Ports Authority on VHF Channel 12.
SLOPS DISPOSAL: No service available.
MEDICAL: Government physicians are available in Philipsburg and there
is also a small, but up-to-date hospital operated by the Netherlands Antillean
Government. A ‘‘Medical Service Request’’ form must be signed by the Master
or other Authorised Officer for crew members requiring medical treatment.
Dental facilities available.
FRESH WATER: Available.
CHANDLERY: Stores available.
Ship’s Bars and Shops: No restrictions and these may remain open for
business while in port.
SERVICES: Laundry available.
REPAIRS: No facilities for carrying out repairs except for radio and radar
(Radio Holland).
SURVEYORS: There is a representative of Lloyd’s on the island.
HOLIDAYS: The following Official holidays are observed in St Maarten:
New Year’s Day (January 1st); Good Friday (varies); Easter Monday (varies);
Queen’s Birthday (April 30th); Labour Day (May 1st); Ascension Day (varies);
Whit Monday (varies); St Maarten Day (November 11th); Kingdoms Day
(December 15th); Christmas Day (December 25th); Boxing Day (December
26th).
WEATHER/TIDES: Wind: Prevailing winds on the island between the
months of March and December are east to south, velocity 6 – 10 knots.
Between December and March winds are generally north to east at a velocity
of 8 – 15 knots.
Tide: The tidal range in Philipsburg is at most 2 ft., but regularly not more
than 1 ft.
Current: The current outside Philipsburg Harbour changes from easterly to
westerly, with a max. velocity of 2 knots. At the Pier the current generally
runs from north to south, with an average velocity of 0.5 knots.
TELEPHONES: Service from ship to shore is not available.
NEAREST AIRPORT: Philipsburg International Airport.
CUSTOMS: None.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: There is a Seaman’s Club located at Upper Princes
Quarters, about one mile from the port.
SHIPMASTER’S REPORT: November 1989
Berth: Shell mooring at Cole Bay.
Chart: BA Chart No. 2038.
Pilotage: Not compulsory. Pilots are available from Philipsburg by prior
arrangement with the Agent. Pilots are not generally available until after
mid-morning as prior to this time they are occupied with berthing of cruise
ships.
The pilot boards off Philipsburg and can be contact on VHF Channel 12.
It is advisable to use a pilot on the first visit to Cole Bay, but is not necessary
for later visits as the water is deep.
Approaches: The Shell and Texaco moorings are located in Cole Bay which
is approx. 5 n.m. west of Philipsburg. The location is identified by silver fuel
tanks and the power/desalination plant.
The buoys are located in position Lat. 18␥ 01' N, Long. 063␥ 05' W.
When approaching the moorings, vessels should beware of the shoal patch
1.5 n.m. south of the Great Bay.
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Anchorage: Anchorages are located in Great Bay (off Philipsburg) or in
Simpson Bay which is to the west of Cole Bay.
Mooring: Shell: When approaching the moorings, contact Shell on VHF
Channel 9 a few miles before arrival. On arrival the mooring boat will appear
and station itself at the anchorage position. The boat is a work boat with an
outward motor and is well handled. The vessel should make a broad approach
towards the head buoy, leaving it fine to port and letting go the starboard
anchor when the signal is given by the mooring boat. The stern will swing
with the thrust and end up parallel to the hose buoys.
Texaco: Vessels proceeding to the Texaco mooring pass inside the Shell
mooring and moor to 3 buoys and drop an anchor where indicated by the
boat man. When berthing at Texaco the vessel should attempt to get as near
as possible to the shore as ship’s hoses are used.
Mooring at both berths is carried out in daylight only, but vessels may
unmoor after dark.
Berth: The currents set towards the west and there is nearly always a swell
with an easterly breeze. The boat man advised us that it is only rarely calm
at the berth and on occasions the weather conditions can stop vessels
mooring.
The Shell mooring is the westerly of the two moorings. The head buoy is
painted orange and the stern port buoy is painted white and the stern
starboard buoy is painted orange. In addition there are 5 hose marker buoys.
All buoys have hooks. The minimum depth at the Shell mooring, reduced to
datum, was found to be 9.5 m.
The Texaco mooring is to the east of the bay and consists of 4 buoys, all
of which are rusty.
Cargo Operations: Night time discharge is not permitted at Shell or Texaco.
Shell have under sea lines which radiate from a small pier near their tanks
and terminate at 5 marker buoys. The western marker buoy is connected to
a 6 in. line for LPG, the centre marker buoy is connected to a 6 in. line for
black oil and the eastern marker buoy is connected to an 8 in. line for white
oils. The other 2 buoys are pipeline markers. The LPG line is to be renewed
in the near future.
The ship’s port derrick is connected to the marker by cable and the hose
is lifted from the sea bed. The mooring boat will assist with the operation.
The flange on the LPG hose is 4 in. and the pumping rate is
approx. 55 t.p.h. The storage capacity at Shell is 200 tonnes in 4 tanks.
Formalities: One copy of the Crew List is required on arrival. At the time
of departure, the Agent leaves the clearance at the Shell Office.
Shipchandler: Chandlers are available in Philipsburg but it would be difficult
to bring large quantities of stores aboard at the mooring.
Radio: Saba Radio was very good for public correspondence, use VHF
Channel 26.
Airport: There are international flights from the airport which is in the next
bay to the west of Cole Bay.
AUTHORITY: Sint Maarten Ports Authority, Pointe Blanche, St
Maarten, Netherlands Antilles. Tel: +599 (5) 22307, 22348. FAX: +599 (5)
25048. Contact: Sonny H Hoo, Harbour Master and Port Director.
ST EUSTATIUS: 17␥ 29' N 063␥ 00' W (See Plan)
OVERVIEW: The port consists of the City Pier and Ro-Ro Berth and
NuStar Terminal’s Finger Jetty, Monopole, Floating Hose Station and SPM.
LOCATION: The City Pier and Ro-Ro Berth are located at Oranjestad, on
the west coast of the island. NuStar Terminal facilities are located in
Tumbledown Dick Bay, 1.5 – 2.0 n.m. NW of the City Pier.
CHARTS: BA Charts No. 487 and 1025.
DOCUMENTS:
2 Crew Lists
2 Passenger Lists.
ISPS COMPLIANCE: Port is compliant.
PFSO: NuStar Terminal. Richard Prisock. Tel: +599 318 2300 (ext. 115).
Fax: +599 318 2870. Email: richard.prisock@nustarenergy.com
MAX. SIZE: Crude: 528,000 d.w.t., LOA 415 m., draft 28.7 m.
Products: 177,800 d.w.t., LOA 276 m., bow to manifold 138 m., draft
16.76 m.
APPROACHES: Except for Saba Bank, about 10 n.m. to the west of St
Eustatius, the waters in the vicinity of St Eustatius are generally clear of
obstructions. Vessels are, however, advised to heed the cautionary notices
on charts for the area regarding the presence of shoal patches, and should
keep outside the 200 m. contour where possible. The bottom slopes gently
all around the island, and in the terminal area the depth 1.0 n.m. offshore is
45.7 m.
St Eustatius, and the neighbouring islands of St Kitts and Saba, are steep
and present excellent radar targets. The mountains on all three islands also
provide good visual bearings during the approach. The southern portion of
St Eustatius is dominated by an extinct volcano 600 m. high (the Quill), while
a lesser hill 289 m. high (Boven) is located at the northern end.
Restricted Area: A restricted area has been established around the NuStar
Terminal SPM, and is bound by lines joining the following co-ordinates:
a) Lat. 17␥ 30.0' N, Long. 063␥ 00.5' W
b) Lat. 17␥ 31.5' N, Long. 063␥ 00.5' W
c) Lat. 17␥ 31.5' N, Long. 063␥ 02.0' W
d) Lat. 17␥ 30.0' N, Long. 063␥ 02.0' W.
No vessel may enter or manoeuvre within the Restricted Area without a
Pilot and/or a Pilot/Mooring Master on board, unless given specific clearance
from the terminal.
PILOTAGE: Compulsory for all berths, including the City Pier. Available
throughout 24 hours at the NuStar Terminal Finger Jetty and SPM, and during
daylight hours only at the Floating Hose Station and Monopile. Pilotage to
the anchorage is not compulsory but is available on request.
Pilot normally boards vessels bound for the SPM 3.0 n.m. from the SPM,
or 1.0 n.m. from the end of NuStar Terminal Finger Jetty for all other berths.
Vessel should provide a good lee for Pilot boarding, and pilot
ladder/combination rigged as per SOLAS regulations. For vessels bound for
the SPM, Pilot remains on board throughout vessel’s stay and acts as Mooring
Master.
Pilot listens and works on VHF Channel 9.
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NETHERLANDS ANTILLES
NuStar Terminal Operations Control Centre. Tel: +599 318 2300 (ext. 305).
NuStar Terminal Marine Dispatcher. Tel: +599 318 2300 (ext. 128).
ANCHORAGES: The recommended anchorage is off Oranjestad where
a shelf with depths of up to 27.43 m. extends almost 2 n.m. offshore.
Dedicated bunker anchorages for vessels up to draft 15.0 m. centred on
the following positions, radius 0.2 n.m.:
⌻ A: Lat. 17␥ 29.3' N, Long. 063␥ 00.4' W
⌻ B: Lat. 17␥ 28.9' N, Long. 063␥ 00.2' W
⌻ C: Lat. 17␥ 28.5' N, Long. 063␥ 00.0' W
Vessels approaching the anchorage to receive bunkers or to wait for
berthing will be advised where to drop the anchor.
Upon anchoring or weighing anchor, vessel to call Port Authority on VHF
Channel 16/14, and advise the following as applicable:
a) end of sea passage
b) time anchored
c) time anchor up
d) departure time anchorage.
PRATIQUE: Pratique will normally be granted when the Pilot boards.
Masters must report any communicable disease which has occurred on board
prior to arrival.
PRE-ARRIVAL INFORMATION: Vessels bound for the City
Pier/Ro-Ro Berth should contact the Port Authority on VHF
Channel 16/14 when close by to obtain anchoring instructions. Vessels bound
for NuStar Terminal facilities to make contact with the terminal on VHF
Channel 9, 4 hours prior to arrival for berthing/anchoring instructions.
Also see ‘‘Tanker Facilities’’.
VHF: Port Authority listens on VHF Channels 16/14. NuStar Terminal and
the pilot station maintain listening watch on Channel 9, call sign ‘‘NuStar
Terminals Marine Pilot’’. Channel 9 is used as a working channel between
ship, tugs and shore.
TUGS: Seven tugs up to 5,720 b.h.p. available. Tugs’ lines used. Tugs
have firefighting capabilities. Five line/support boats available.
Also see ‘‘Pollution’’.
BERTHS: City Pier: At Gallows Bay, a breakwater extends 152 m. into
the sea in a direction of 258␥(T) and continues in a direction of 318␥(T) for
45 m. A green flashing light (Fl.G.5s.6M) marks the seaward end of the
breakwater.
The first 60 m. of this breakwater has been paved and gives access to the
City Pier, which extends midway along the breakwater, also in a direction of
318␥(T) for 100 m. The west side of this pier is made suitable to accommodate
Ro-Ro vessels, and provides a quay length of 60 m. with a minimum depth
of 4.3 m., and a 20 m. wide Ro-Ro landing platform. The east side of the
pier provides a quay length of 85 m. with a minimum depth of 4.0 m.
Also see ‘‘Tanker Facilities’’.
MOORING: Also see ‘‘Tanker Facilities’’.
TANKER FACILITIES:
NuStar Terminal: Operator: NuStar Terminals NV. Tel: +599 318 2300.
Fax: +599 318 2259. Web: www.nustarenergy.com
Location: Finger Jetty: Lat. 17␥ 29' 44" N, Long. 063␥ 00' 20" W.
Floating Hose Station: Lat. 17␥ 30' 08" N, Long. 063␥ 00' 20" W.
Monopile: Lat. 17␥ 30' 24" N, Long. 063␥ 00' 39" W.
SPM: Lat. 17␥ 30' 52" N, Long. 063␥ 00' 57" W.
Approaches: The Finger Jetty is located 1.5 n.m. NW of the City Pier, and
extends approx. 0.5 n.m. into the sea in a direction of 245␥(T). A light
(Fl.W.5s.10M) marks the most seaward end of the pier. By night, the Finger
Jetty, Floating Hose Station and Monopile show many yellow/orange lights.
Pre-Arrival Information: Vessel to advise Terminal of ETA 7 days prior to
arrival, irrespective of whether vessel is at sea or in port. If passage is less
than 7 days, vessel should also send ETA on departure from previous port.
ETA updates to be sent 72, 48 and 24 hours prior to arrival, and for any
change of ETA by more than 1 hour.
The initial pre-arrival message should contain the following:
Discharging Vessels:
a) name of vessel, call sign
b) ETA St Eustatius
c) draft on arrival fore and aft
d) gross barrels and temperature on arrival (by grades)
e) expected discharge rate
f) number and size of manifold connections
g) ballast hours required after completion
h) bunker requirements: quantity and grade
i) notification if hydrogen sulphide (H2S) exceeds 50 p.p.m. in the vapour
space by way of a calorimetric tube type (length-of-stain) detector or
if the cargo has an H2S value exceeding 100 p.p.m. by way of test
method ASTM D-5705.
Loading Vessels:
a) name of vessel, call sign
b) ETA St Eustatius
c) draft on arrival, fore and aft
d) ballast: quantity and discharge time
e) last cargo carried
f) ability to load while deballasting
g) maximum loading rate
h) number and size of manifold connections
i) departure draft
j) bunker requirements: quantity and grade
k) slops retained: quantity and grade
l) notification if hydrogen sulphide (H2S) exceeds 50 p.p.m. in the vapour
space by way of a calorimetric tube type (length-of-stain) detector or
if the cargo has an H2S value exceeding 100 p.p.m. by way of test
method ASTM D-5705.
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Bunkering Vessels: Mooring:
a) name of vessel, call sign West Berth: Leaving the fixed monopile platform to port, the vessel’s
b) ETA St Eustatius starboard anchor shall be dropped approximately 100 m. SW
c) type of vessel of the berth. From here, the vessel will be backed down using
d) flag tugs into the mooring pattern. Mooring boats will secure the
e) gross tonnage vessel to all four mooring buoys. Wire mooring lines are not to
f) LOA be used. The mooring lines will be pre-tensioned, then will be
g) draft on arrival, fore and aft monitored and adjusted periodically during loading/unloading
h) bunker requirements: quantity and grade operations.
i) maximum bunker rate East Berth: Leaving the fixed monopile platform to starboard, vessel
j) size manifold deploys head lines for attachment to the two south buoys.
k) distance bow to manifold From here, the vessel will be backed down using tugs into the
l) distance waterline to rail mooring pattern. Mooring boats will secure the vessel to all
m) distance rail to connection four mooring buoys. Wire mooring lines are not to be used.
n) notification if hydrogen sulphide (H2S) exceeds 50 p.p.m. in the vapour The mooring lines will be pre-tensioned, then will be
space by way of a calorimetric tube type (length-of-stain) detector or monitored and adjusted periodically during loading/unloading
if the cargo has an H2S value exceeding 100 p.p.m. by way of test operations.
method ASTM D-5705. Hoses: Vessel’s derricks/cranes will be used for hose handling operations.
Crew will make connection/disconnection under terminal supervision.
Berths: Connections are 3␺12 in. ANSI 150 (gas oil, mogas and avgas) and
Max. to Cargo 1␺8 in. ANSI 150 (butane) submarine pipeline connecting the onshore
Berth Max. d.w.t. Max. LOA Manifold Max. Draft storage to the underwater pipeline end manifold (PLEM). There are also
(m.) (m.) (m.) connections for fuel oils/crude. The PLEM has a valved manifold and subsea
Finger Jetty: hoses which connect to the pipelines attached to the monopile. The platform
Berth No. 1 177,800 276.2 138 16.76 on the monopile has a valved manifold where floating hoses are attached.
20,000 (min.) 125 (min.) After the vessel has been safely moored to the buoys, the line handling boat
Berth No. 2 101,500 241 120.7 16.76 tows the floating hoses from the fixed monopile platform to the vessel. The
20,000 (min.) hoses are handled from the side of the vessel to the vessel’s manifold using
Monopile: the vessel’s cranes.
West Berth 40,000 213.3* 45.7 14.3 Ballast: The terminal can receive up to 63,000 barrels of dirty ballast, which
East Berth 10,500 106.7 53.3 9.1 is processed at 2,800 bbls./hr. The terminal will not accept ballast containing
SPM: any chemicals or other contaminant which may affect the processing systems.
528,000 415 207 28.7 Vessels unable to comply should advise the terminal prior to arrival.
80,000 (min.) Slops Disposal: There are limited facilities for handling oily water.
Floating Hose Station:
No. 1 7,200 94.2 4.9 Also see ‘‘Shipmaster’s Report’’ dated December 2002.
* Beam 32.0 m. up to LOA 182.0 m., beam 27.4 m. up to LOA 213.3 m. BALLAST: See ‘‘Tanker Facilities’’.
POLLUTION: 1␺5,720 h.p. service and emergency response vessel,
Finger Jetty: Length 920 m., consisting of two berths depth 18.9 – 30.0 m. ‘‘Statia Responder’’.
and barge dock depth 7.9 m. Berth No. 1 located on the south face of the WASTE DISPOSAL: No facilities.
jetty, Berth No. 2 located on the north face. The barge dock is at the SLOPS DISPOSAL: See ‘‘Tanker Facilities’’.
shoreward end of the jetty. Axis of the jetty runs 245␥ 42'(T), construction MEDICAL: There is a qualified general practitioner on the island and a
steel piling supporting a trestle catwalk and loading platform, six breasting local hospital in Oranjestad.
dolphins, four on the south and two on the north berth. Vessels lie alongside In the case of more serious illness the patient can be evacuated for
wooden fendering and Yokohama fenders. hospitalisation at St Kitts or St Maarten.
Berth No. 1 has 3␺12 in. FMC chicksans and four hoses. Queen Beatrix Medical Centre. Tel: +599 318 2211.
Berth No. 2 has 3␺12 in. FMC chicksans.
Bank Pipeline Dia. Product
FRESH WATER: Available.
(in.) FUEL: All grades of bunkers can be supplied at the terminal berths.
F1/F6 2␺24 Fuel oil, crude In addition, NuStar Terminals NV operates up to seven bunker barges
G1/G2/G3 3␺18 Clean products which can deliver all grades of bunkers in the anchorage area. Pumping rate
B2 1␺2, 1␺8 Avgas 500 t.p.h.
S5 1␺8 Slops Vessels taking bunkers are usually supplied by barge at the anchorage,
1␺6 Fresh water which lies to the south of the jetty. The barges are up to 110 m. long, and
1␺8 Gas oil (barge dock) are brought alongside by a tug on the port side of the vessel.
C1 1␺16 Ballast water Vessels arriving to take bunkers should prepare ship’s mooring lines (not
2␺12 Clean products wires) on the port side before arrival to secure the barge; 2 lines forward of
1␺12 Fire main the bunker connection and 2 lines aft. A derrick/crane should also be rigged
ready to handle hose. A pilot ladder (or ladder combination on ships with
high freeboard) is required on the port side to allow the Bunker Master to
SPM: Consists of a Catenary Anchor Leg Mooring (CALM) type SPM. The board the vessel before the barge is brought alongside.
buoy is diameter 12.5 m., has an installed draft of 3.89 m. and is anchored DRY DOCK: See ‘‘Willemstad’’.
by six chains. Painted with a high visibility orange paint and is equipped with
light flashing Mo(A).15s.5M and fog horn sounding Mo(U).30s.0.25M. A single
REPAIRS: There are limited repair services on the island.
48 in. submarine pipeline connects the onshore storage to the underwater POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police Tel: +599 318 2333.
pipeline end manifold (PLEM). 2␺24 in. crude oil floating hose strings are Fax: +599 318 2606. Ambulance Tel: +599 318 2211. Fire
reduced to 20 in. ANSI 150 rail hoses at the vessel’s starboard manifold. Tel: +599 318 2360.
Mooring: Prior to arrival and before the tanker is accepted for a berth at the EMERGENCY RESPONSE CENTRE: St Eustatius Port Authority
SPM, the tanker shall notify NuStar Terminals NV what mooring equipment (Captain of the Port) Captain Mervin Gittens, Harbour Master.
it has and that it complies with OCIMF requirements. Tel: +599 318 2888.
NuStar Terminal. Marine Manager Capt. William de Gannes.
1. Vessels 150,000 d.w.t. and over, 2␺76 mm. chain stoppers, two bow
fairleads, one each side of the centreline to allow free passage of Tel: +599 318 2308 (ext. 127).
chafe chains. Oil Spill Cleanup NuStar Terminal. Tel: +599 318 2300.
2. Vessels less than 150,000 d.w.t., 1␺76 mm. chain stopper designed FIRE PRECAUTIONS: The provisions of the current edition of the
to accept 76 mm. will be accepted if the bow chain stopper is capable International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals will be observed
of supporting a hawser load in accordance with OCIMF requirements. by vessels alongside the terminal facilities, and a copy of the company’s
3. If a vessel is less than 150,000 d.w.t. and fitted with 2␺76 mm. bow Terminal Information and Regulations booklet will be given to the Master by
chain stoppers, it is recommended that both mooring lines be used. the Pilot on boarding. No unauthorised persons permitted entry to the terminal
(setup as per 1). or jetty.
4. Pedestal roller fairleads and winch drums or capstans to provide TIME: GMT minus 4 hours.
proper leads and clearances. Mooring operations will be conducted WEATHER/TIDES: The normal weather at St Eustatius is fair, with the
using up to two mooring launches and tugs. prevailing winds from the east.
Hoses: The vessel’s derrick/crane shall be made ready over the starboard In the months June to November, hurricanes may develop in the Caribbean
manifold for handling the hose(s). Two floating hoses (1␺334 m., 1␺322 m.), area, although St Eustatius is considered outside the normal hurricane tracks.
consist of 2␺24 in. hose strings with 20 in. ANSI 150 camlock ratchet If a hurricane should threaten, all seamanlike precautions should be taken
couplings. To avoid delays, vessel should prepare starboard manifold to by vessels using the anchorage and terminal facilities.
receive 16 in. or 20 in. ANSI 150 connection. Connecting and disconnecting Currents: Currents at NuStar Terminal Finger Jetty are subject to change
of the cargo hoses shall be performed by the ship’s crew. in direction and velocity. Experience has shown that the currents are generally
to the north at approximately 0.5 knots.
Floating Hose Station: Depth 9.14 m. Utilised by bunker barges. Berth Tides: The normal tidal range at the jetty does not exceed 0.76 m.
consists of two hose support buoys and two mooring buoys with 1␺6 in. NEAREST AIRPORT: FD Roosevelt Domestic Airport, 1 km. from
ANSI 150 (length 73 m.) and 1␺8 in. ANSI 150 (length 73 m.) hose strings Oranjestad.
at the buoy. They connect to 1␺10 in. gas oil and 1␺12 in. fuel oil submarine
pipelines connecting the onshore storage to the underwater pipeline. CONNECTIONS: Regular air services operate from FD Roosevelt Airport
(EUX), St Eustatius, to Saint Maarten. Onward connections available from
Monopile: Depth 15.8 m. utilised by small vessels and barges. Consists of Saint Maarten to Amsterdam and Miami.
a fixed monopile platform with east and west sea berths. The east sea berth BANKS: The Windward Islands Bank Ltd operates a sub-office in
handles vessels up to 10,500 d.w.t. and product barges up to 5,000 d.w.t. Oranjestad, St. Eustatius. Tel: +599 318 2846, 2847. ATM facilities available.
The west sea berth handles vessels 5,000 – 40,000 d.w.t. CUSTOMS: There are no Customs restrictions.
SHORE LEAVE: Arranged by Agent.

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SHIPMASTER’S REPORT: July 1999 For Customs:
Vessel: Chemical tanker, 40,700 d.w.t. 1 Arms and Ammunition List
Berth: Offshore Mooring Buoy Berth. 1 Bonded Stores List
Tugs: Two tugs used for berthing on the vessel’s starboard side. 4 Cargo Manifests (for items in transit through Curacao to other ports)
2 Cargo Manifests (Vrachtlijst)
Berthing: Our vessel berthed in the mooring buoy system with the sub-sea
1 Crew Effects Declaration
pipeline manifold platform on our port side with the vessel’s heading being
140␥(T). The berth consists of a manifold platform and multi-buoy mooring 1 Crew List
system. The vessel’s starboard anchor was used for berthing. The mooring 1 Narcotics List
lines were all secured to mooring buoys. The tie-up was 3 head lines on the 1 Passenger List (landing at Curacao)
port bow and 3 stern lines on the port and starboard quarters. 1 Stores List
Draft: Vessel’s arrival draft was 10.6 m. even-keel. 2 Tally Books (cargo for discharge at Curacao, if any)
Cargo Handling Facilities: Vessel discharged via 2␺8 in. flexible cargo If vessel is in ballast, only the Stores List is required.
hoses. There is a sub-sea pipeline from the platform to the shore terminal. The above documents have to be signed by the Master. They may be
made out in Dutch, English, Spanish or French.
Density: 1024.
SHIPMASTER’S REPORT: December 2002 ISPS COMPLIANCE: Port is compliant.
Vessel: 41,000 d.w.t., chemical tanker. PFSO: Curacao Ports Authority NV: Ramon Frankel, PSO. Tel: +599 (9)
434 5915. Mobile: +599 510 9450. Email: r.frankel@curports.com
Berth: Statia Terminal, North Berth. Gregory Lacle. Tel: +599 (9) 461 5427, 462 4966. Mobile: +599 513 1502.
Cargo: ISO octane. Email: g.lacle@curports.com
Pilotage: On arrival, the pilot/accommodation ladder combination was rigged Rignald Jonis. Tel: +599 (9) 461 5427. Mobile: +599 569 4090.
on the port side 1.0 m. above the water for the Pilot to board the vessel. Email: r.jonis@curports.com
VHF: Prior to arrival, call Statia Terminal for berthing details on Channel 9. Curacao Ports Services: Franklin Raphaela. Tel: +599 (9) 461 5177.
The terminal will provide the vessel with a radio for ship-to-shore Mobile: +599 560 3032. Email: fraphae@cura.net
communications during cargo operations, working on Channel 5, call sign Refineria Isla: Henny Cornelia. Tel: +599 (9) 466 3333.
‘‘Terminal’’. Mobile: +599 560 3622. Email: hcornelia@refineriaisla.com
Tugs: Two tugs and two mooring boats were used during berthing Curacao Dry Dock: Hector Parrah. Tel: +599 (9) 733 0234.
operations. Tug’s line used. Mobile: +599 694 3792. Email: parrah@cdmnv.com
Berthing: The jetty had one fender point fore and aft. Yokohama fenders Reginald Ocalia. Tel: +599 (9) 733 0232. Email: ocaliar@cdmnv.com
were placed between the vessel and the fendering points. Midships the vessel Mijn Maatschappij Curacao: Piet van Heyningen. Tel: +599 (9) 767 3400.
sat just off the loading platform. Our vessel berthed port side alongside. The Mobile: +599 513 1884. Email: p.vanheyningen@mmc.jajo.com
minimum depth on both sides of the jetty was 18.90 m. Stanley Maduro. Mobile: +599 562 8150. Email: s.maduro@mmc.jajo.com
Arrival draft 6.30 m. forward and 7.00 m. aft. Departure draft 10.20 m.
even-keel.
During our stay, we constantly experienced a heavy swell. Vessels should
MAX. SIZE: LOA 259 m., beam 42.6 m., draft 12.8 m. Vessels up to
13.7 m. can be accepted after prior consultation with the port authorities.
regularly check their mooring lines for wear.
Also see ‘‘Tanker Facilities’’.
Moorings: The starboard anchor was let go to 4 shackles on deck, and
then kedged to assist in berthing. The anchor was then left out to assist on RESTRICTIONS: The minimum arrival and departure drafts for vessels
departure. The tie-up was 5-0-2 forward and 4-2-2 aft. When all fast in the in ballast are as follows:
berth, vessel’s head was 246␥(T). See ‘‘Plan’’. Size Fore Aft
Discharge Operations: We loaded 284,000 bbls. of ISO octane at (tons) (m.) (m.)
900 cu.m./hr. One terminal representative remained on board throughout the Below 11,000 3.05 4.88
vessel’s stay alongside, providing communications with shore side 11,000 – 15,000 3.35 5.49
operations. 15,000 – 19,000 3.96 5.79
Our vessel’s stay lasted 3 days. 19,000 – 25,000 4.27 6.10
25,000 – 29,000 4.57 6.40
Tidal Flow: The current/tidal flow was along the berth at 0.3 knots in a ENE 29,000 – 35,000 5.18 7.01
direction.
35,000 – 43,000 5.49 7.32
Density: 1025. 43,000 – 45,000 5.79 7.62
Gangway: Shore gangway was used. 45,000 – 47,000 6.10 7.62
OPERATOR: Operator: NuStar Terminals NV, Tumbledown Dick Bay 47,000 – 50,000 6.40 7.92
Road, Oranjestad, St Eustatius, Netherlands Antilles. Tel: +599 318 2300. 50,000 – 55,000 6.71 8.53
Fax: +599 318 2259. Web: www.nustarenergy.com 55,000 – 60,000 6.71 8.84
Contact: Captain William de Gannes, Marine Operations Manager. 60,000 – 65,000 7.01 9.14
Email: william.degannes@nustarenergy.com 65,000 – 70,000 7.01 9.45
Above 70,000 7.32 9.75
Any deviation from the above minimum draft regulations to be approved
SINT MICHIELSBAY, Curacao: 12␥ 09' N 069␥ 01' W by the Port Authority via the Agent.
Vessels in ballast condition should not be trimmed more than 0.61 m. by
OVERVIEW: SPM buoy handling dangerous cargo and quarantine vessels the bow, or more than 3.05 m. by the stern.
or vessels that are too big or in need of repair which cannot enter the port Bridges: Santa Anna Bay is crossed by two bridges, the Queen Emma
of Willemstad. floating pontoon bridge and Queen Juliana fixed bridge.
LOCATION: In an open, naturally protected bay, 0.1 n.m. off the south The pontoon bridge operates throughout 24 hours for shipping movements
coast of Curacao, 4.3 n.m. west of Willemstad. that take priority. Queen Juliana Bridge is 56.38 m. high (clearance 54.86 m.),
MAX. SIZE: 350,000 d.w.t., depth 39.0 m. and is of box girder construction. Glare-proof lights are installed to prevent
PILOTAGE: Compulsory. interference with light signals that Harbour Pilots rely on when bringing a ship
through the channel.
TUGS: Available from Willemstad. Tankers passing through Santa Anna Bay must have all tank lids properly
MOORING: Vessels are moored with their stern to the buoy and their bow closed, even if they are gas free.
anchors are let out to hold the foreship from the coast.
APPROACHES: The main facilities of the port are in Schottegat, a
CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: Carried out by barges. A landing 607,000 sq.m. bay with depth 3.05 – 24.08 m. Schottegat is linked to the
jetty for barges is available. harbour entrance via an access channel, Santa Anna Bay, minimum width
STEVEDORES: Available from Willemstad. 82.3 m. The navigable portion of the entrance to the port is marked on either
SERVICES: Lighterage available from Willemstad. side by a light buoy, minimum depth 15.24 m.
REPAIRS: Carried out by way of barges. PILOTAGE: Available throughout 24 hours. Compulsory for vessels over
WEATHER/TIDES: Tidal Range: 0.3 m. 50 g.t. Pilot/combination ladders must be rigged in accordance with current
SOLAS regulations.
AUTHORITY: Curacao Ports Authority (CPA) NV, Werf de Wilde z/n, Vessels in sight of Willemstad will be contacted by VTCC on VHF
PO Box 689, Curacao, Netherlands Antilles. Tel: +599 (9) 434 5999.
Fax: +599 (9) 461 3907. Email: info@curports.com Web: www.curports.com Channel 12 for further instructions. Pilots work on VHF Channel 14.
Contact: Captain R Frankel, Harbour Master. Tel: +599 (9) 434 5915. Pilot boards approximately 1 n.m. SW of the entrance to Santa Anna Bay.
Email: r.frankel@curports.com Both anchors should be ready for immediate use. Defects of engines, steering
gear, anchor gear and other defects which influence the manoeuvring ability
of the vessel should be reported to VTCC before entering.
WILLEMSTAD, Curacao, including Emmastad: ANCHORAGES: There is no designated anchorage area outside the
harbour, however vessels should remain 3 – 4 n.m. SW of the harbour
12␥ 06' N 068␥ 56' W (See Plan) entrance prior to proceeding to the pilot station.
In the eastern part of Schottegat there is a dolphin with mooring buoys
OVERVIEW: Port consists of various cruise terminals, a dry dock, oil available for vessels waiting to berth, subject to permission and conditions
refinery, container terminal and cargo wharves, and features an economic from VTCC.
zone area. Four vessels (two vessels alongside each other) can moor safely at these
LOCATION: On the SW coast of Curacao. buoys. Depth 12.19 m., distance between each buoy and dolphin 304.8 m.
CHARTS: BA Charts No. 702, 1412, 1966 and 2193. In the southern part of Schottegat Bay, a further two dolphins can
accommodate two vessels with LOA up to 182.9 m. and max. draft 6.10 m.
DOCUMENTS:
For Immigration: PRATIQUE: The port doctor will visit only if there is a case of quarantinable
2 Crew Lists disease on board. The Netherlands Antilles Bill of Health is free of charge.
2 Maritime Declarations of Health PRE-ARRIVAL INFORMATION: Vessel should report to VTCC Fort
2 Passenger Lists (to indicate full names, age, sex, nationality and Nassau on VHF Channel 12 to arrange Pilot.
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VHF: TANKER FACILITIES:
User Call Sign Channel(s) Remarks Emmastad Refinery: Operator: Refineria Isla (Curacao) BV. Tel: +599 (9)
VTCC/Port Authority Fort Nassau 16, 12, 14 Range 20 – 25 n.m. 466 2275. Fax: +599 (9) 466 2204. Loading Master. Tel: +599 (9)
Pilots 16, 14 466 3561/2.
Tug Base Station Sleepboot 14, 19 Central Post (for tug Location: In Schottegat Bay.
Central movements only) Max. Size: Max. draft for transiting the access channel, 12.8 m.
Scharloo Channel 19 Facilities: Ten berths. Berth No. 1 for discharge of chemicals, Berth No. 10 for
Tugs 16, 12, 14, Watchkeeping tank cleaning and lay-by. The refinery imports crude oil and exports a full
9, 8, 6 throughout 24 hours on range of petroleum products including LPG.
Channel 14 Pilotage: Compulsory and available throughout 24 hours. Pilots supplied from
Curacao Drydock Co Curacao 13, 6 Watchkeeping from Willemstad. Pilots listen on VHF Channel 14. Pilot boards 1 n.m. SW of the
Drydock 0730 – 2400 hrs. entrance to Santa Anna Bay (navigable channel). Whilst awaiting Pilot, vessel
Also see ‘‘Tanker Facilities’’. should remain 3 – 4 n.m. SW of the channel entrance. Defects to engine,
steering gear, anchor gear and other defects that may influence vessel’s
VTS/RADAR: All vessel movements in the ports are regulated by Curacao manoeuvrability must be reported to the Harbour Master before entry.
Ports Authority (CPA) and controlled by VTCC Fort Nassau. Vessels are Pre-Arrival Information: Prior to arrival at Emmastad Refinery, vessel shall
registered on the automated Vessel Traffic Registration and Information submit a completed pre-arrival questionnaire to the refinery via Agent. Vessel
System (VTRIS), which contains updated information about vessels, flag should call Isla Loading Department on VHF Channel 19 to exchange
country, owner and Agent as well as all vessel movements. pre-arrival questionnaire information and arrange berthing time. Thereafter
vessel should report to VTCC Fort Nassau on VHF Channel 12 to arrange
TUGS: Compulsory for all tankers exceeding 3,000 g.t. and larger ships. Pilot. Vessels awaiting berth should maintain a listening watch on VHF
Tankers exceeding LOA 213.4 m. and all tankers which are not gas-free must Channels 12 and 19. Once alongside, the Loading Department can be
make one tug fast forward before entering the port. For other vessels tug contacted on VHF Channel 19 or Mobile: +599 (9) 466 3561/3562.
assistance is generally not necessary unless specified by Harbour Master, VHF: Call sign ‘‘Isla Loading Department’’ works on VHF Channel 19.
or in abnormal circumstances. Mooring: Vessels up to 14,999 d.w. tonnes must have a minimum number
Kompania di Tou Korsou (KTK) has two sea-going motor tugs stationed of mooring lines of 3-0-2 fore and aft, with 2-2-2 fore and 2-1-2 aft on Berths
at Willemstad, ‘‘Lima II’’, 4,962 h.p., 162 g.t., BP 63 tons ahead and 56.6 tons No. 2 and 3. Vessels of 15,000 – 49,999 d.w. tonnes to have a minimum
astern, and ‘‘Jaro II’’, 4,450 h.p., BP 63 tons. KTK also operates four pilot number of mooring lines of 2-2-2 fore and aft, or 4-0-2 fore and aft, depending
launches, two of which can be used as tugs (348 h.p.). on the number of mooring points ashore. Vessels of 50,000 d.w. tonnes and
All tugs have firefighting, salvage and oil spill clean-up capabilities. above must have a minimum number of mooring lines of 3-2-2 fore and aft,
Tugs’ lines are usually used, charge is USD80.00. or 4-0-2 fore and aft, depending on the number of available mooring points
Tugs can also be requested by the Master for speeding up berthing or ashore.
unberthing. Tugs ordered through VTCC. LOA Draft Arrival Displ. Manifold Height
Additionally there are about 20 small harbour tugs available, varying from Berth Max. Min. Max. Max. Max. Min.
60 – 300 h.p. and about 80 lighters used for cargo transfer, varying from No. (m.) (m.) (m.) (tonnes) (m.) (m.)
60 – 250 tons capacity. Web: www.ktktugs.com 1 177 8.23 25,500 10.5
Also see ‘‘Services’’. 2 175 9.14 25,500 11.0 4.0
BERTHS: Santa Anna Bay: 3 175 9.30 25,500 11.0 4.0
Height 4 236 110 11.58 54,000 13.0
above 5 259 175 13.71* 100,000 15.0
Berth Length Depth Water Remarks 6 228 110 11.43 54,000 12.5 †
(m.) (m.) (m.) 7 170 9.45 25,500 12.5 †
8 259 200 13.71* 100,000 15.0 5.8
Handelskade 5.49 9 259 87 10.21 40,000 10.5 †
Kleinewerf * 7.31 0.61 10 259 100 6.40 – 9.45 40,000 14.0
Grotewerf * 9.45 0.61 * Max. draft at Berths No. 5 and 8 restricted to 12.8 m. owing to draft
Salazarwerf * 7.31 0.61 restriction in the Santa Anna Bay.
Matheywerf 198.1 7.00 1.37 Passengers, bunkering † Jetty deck height
Westwerf I 146.3 7.62 1.37 Passengers
Westwerf II 131.1 11.00 1.37 Passengers Hoses: Vessels may not use flexible hoses to bridge cargo manifold
Nieuwewerf 365.8 10.00 1.22 Passengers connections with the exception of vessels loading luboils or discharging
Motetwerf 365.8 10.00 1.22 Passengers chemicals.
Oranjewerf 127.4 5.80 1.83 Tankers Inert Gas System: All crude tankers of 10,000 – 19,999 d.w. tonnes and
* Combined length 448 m. greater must be inerted when carrying crude oil or fuel oil. All crude and
product carriers of 20,000 d.w. tonnes and above must be inerted for all
Schottegat Bay: grades except asphalt and luboils.
Berth Length (m.) Depth (m.) Remarks All product tankers from 10,000 – 19,999 d.w. tonnes must be inerted for
all grades with a flash point of 60␥C and below, with the exception of chemical
Beatrix I and II 913.0 6.10 Repair quay tankers when loading propylene trimmer and propylene tetramer if no IGS is
Beatrix III 121.9 3.05 – 10.67 Repair quay fitted.
Beatrix IV 106.7 9.45 Repair quay For vessels loading, non-gas free cargo tanks may not be inerted alongside.
Beatrix V and VI 304.8 10.67 Repair quay Gas free cargo tanks may be inerted but not concurrent with cargo loading.
Repair Quay 503.0 10.67 Repair quay Emergency Shut-Down: If the vessel is loading and it is necessary to initiate
an emergency shut-down manually, the jetty system will be used. If the vessel
Prins Hendrickwerf 210.3 10.36 Passengers
is discharging, the vessel’s system must be used. This is in order to protect
Admiral Brion 1 – 6 913.0 10.21 Ro-Ro, dry bulk
hoses and arms from unnecessary stresses/surges that could rupture them
Container Terminal 500.0 12.20 Containers, Ro-Ro
and therefore worsen any emergency. Chemical tankers fitted with an
Prins Hendrikwerf which closes the western corner Santa Anna automatic shutdown system must de-activate such system prior to
Bay/Schottegat, has depth 10.36 m.; however, ships with draft of more than commencement of loading operations.
10.67 m. can be moored by way of placing rafts of 3.05 m. width between Pollution: Any air or water pollution is prohibited. Any leakage or spillage
vessel and the quay. must be reported immediately to the Loading Department.
In the NE part of the Schottegat Bay, LASH lighters can be moored at two Ballast: Reception facilities available.
sets of buoys, depth 6.10 m. Slops Disposal: Reception facilities available. Engine room sludge and oily
Also see ‘‘Passenger Facilities’’ , ‘‘Container Facilities’’ and ‘‘Tanker bilge water may be discharged ashore, via the cargo manifold, to the ballast
Facilities’’. system, otherwise by slops barge. Where sludge has been discharged
ashore, the shore loading arm or hose will require flushing after discharge,
MOORING: See ‘‘Tanker Facilities’’. either by other slops or sea water. Slops must not contain chemicals.
Fuel: All main grades of marine lubricants are stocked at the port. Marine
BULK FACILITIES: Admiral Brion Berths No. 1 – 6. Ore and bulk cargo lubricants and Marine Technical Service with laboratory facilities for the
discharged by clamshell grabber via hopper to truck, or loaded via conveyor
examination of used oil samples are available throughout 24 hours.
belt to hold.
Repairs: Immobilisation of engines and/or repairs are not permitted unless
CONTAINER FACILITIES: agreed by the Loading Department in writing.
The following firefighting precautions must be taken:
Container Terminal: Operator: Curacao Port Services Inc NV. a) at least two fire hoses, fitted with jet/fog nozzles, to be run out and
Tel: +599 (9) 461 5079. Fax: +599 (9) 461 6536. Email: cps@ibm.net ready for use
Web: www.curports.com b) fire mains must be under pressure
Facilities: There are two Ro-Ro berths, depth 12.0 m. and 1␺500 m., depth c) international shore connection shall be available on the vessel’s fire
12.2 m., 2␺40 tonne Nelcon gantry cranes, 1␺40 tonne Nelcon mobile crane, main near the gangway
6 reachstackers/front end loaders (1␺10 tonnes, 1␺25 tonnes and d) dry chemical extinguishing equipment of minimum 20 kg. capacity
4␺40 tonnes), 14 terminal tractors, 18 chassis, 48 reefer points, total area must be stationed at the ship’s manifold.
160,000 sq.m. with storage for 1,700 TEU. Storing: May only take place before or after cargo, ballast, gas freeing or
The container freight station has 12␺2.5 – 3.5 ton forklifts. tank cleaning operations. The only exceptions are when vessel is closed
loading or discharging with the cargo tanks inerted and vessel is using a
PASSENGER FACILITIES: Cruise terminal located at Matheywerf in hydraulic crane, or when vessel is handling luboil only cargoes or when an
asphalt carrier is deballasting.
Santa Anna Bay. The terminal has a covered area of 745 sq.m., full
Vessel may not use a crane or derrick if it crosses the loading arms or
passenger facilities, and is within walking distance of the downtown area.
loading hoses.
OTHER FACILITIES: Ro-Ro: Admiral Brion Wharves (Schottegat Bay), When using a barge, the loading of stores should be done on the poop
two platforms for Ro-Ro ships are available. Max. draft 7.01 – 10.06 m. Two deck, if the vessel has a stores crane aft, and not the midships cargo deck
berths for Ro-Ro vessels at the Container Terminal. area.
Also see ‘‘Container Facilities’’. Storing by hand is allowed at all times with the exception of a vessel during
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Telephones: Persons carrying mobile telephones must switch them off when
not in a vehicle and transiting the refinery/terminal areas and jetties, or outside
the accommodation area on board the vessel.
Small Craft Alongside: Small craft and barges are not allowed alongside the
vessel during cargo, ballast, gas freeing or tank cleaning operations unless
authorised by the Loading Department and agreed by the Master.
A small self-propelled craft shall not approach closer than 25 m. from a
vessel during cargo, cargo tank ballast, gas freeing or tank cleaning
operations. Certain exceptions exist.
Lifeboats may not be swung out, unless agreed to by the Loading
Department. Lifeboats may not be launched, unless agreed to by the Loading
Department and permission given by VTCC.
Identification Cards: Crew members must be in possession of a valid
Refineria Isla Curacao BV Identity Card when going ashore. A Crew List
should be supplied to the refinery prior to berthing of the vessel. For security
and safety reasons, it is strictly forbidden for persons to walk through refinery
premises.
Also see ‘‘Shipmasters’ Reports’’.
LPG/LNG FACILITIES: See ‘‘Tanker Facilities’’.
CARGO HANDLING FACILITIES: Santa Anna Bay:
Area Remarks
Nieuwewerf and One transit shed each. Nieuwewerf, width 19.81 m.,
Motetwerf: length 65.8 m., area 1,301 sq.m. Motetwerf, width
19.81 m., length 65.8 m., area 1,301 sq.m. Open space
area 18,580 sq.m. One warehouse facility 604 sq.m.
Kleinewerf, One transit shed, width 19.81 m., length 100.6 m., area
Grotewerf and 1,997 sq.m. Open space area 14,307 sq.m. No
Salazarwerf: bunkering facilities.
Matheywerf: Open space area 3,345 sq.m.
Westwerf I: One transit shed width 18.59 m., length 120.69 m.
Area 1,858 sq.m.
Westwerf II: Open space area 1,672 sq.m.
Schottegat Bay:
Area Remarks
Beatrix I – VI: Total covered storage area 5,354 sq.m., open storage
46,451 sq.m. These areas can be used for transit as
well as local cargo.
Prins Hendrikwerf: One transit shed width 19.81 m., length 117.34 m.,
area 2,323 sq.m. Open space area 11,148 sq.m. No
warehouse facilities.
Admiral Brion Two transit sheds; one with width 19.81 m., length
Wharves: 207.3 m., area 4,088 sq.m.; one with width 19.81 m.,
length 64.0 m., area 1,268 sq.m. Open space area
46,451 sq.m. General cargo is normally handled with
ship’s gear. Sufficient pallets and fork trucks are
available. Mobile cranes up to 140 tons are available.
STEVEDORES: Gangs must be engaged from 0600 – 0630 hrs. for the
day, on weekends and Saturdays. For work on Sundays and holidays, gangs
must be ordered from 0600 – 0630 hrs. on Saturday or the workday preceding
the holiday. Masters of vessels carrying out cargo operations are
consequently recommended to advise Agent of ETA well in advance of above
deadlines.
POLLUTION: Any air and/or water pollution is prohibited (harbour
regulations). Any leakage or spillage has to be reported immediately to the
Loading Department.
WASTE DISPOSAL: Possible. Contact Selikor, Parera. Tel: +599 (9)
614500.
SLOPS DISPOSAL: Emmastad Refinery (Berth No. 10) can receive
pumpable waste oil (not containing chemicals) to shore tanks. Agent can
arrange for slops disposal by barge, capacity 60 cu.m. Cost of barge
ANG1,200; cost of tow boat ANG175/hr. with a minimum of 3 hours; Sundays
and public holidays ANG225/hr. with a minimum of 3 hours.
MEDICAL: St Elisabeth Hospital, 2 km.
FRESH WATER: Available throughout 24 hours and arranged via Agent,
delivered alongside by means of barge, up to a maximum rate of
50 – 100 tons/hr. Fresh water can also be delivered via pipeline at Motetwerf,
Nieuwewerf and Prins Hendrikwerf.
FUEL: Available at Emmastad Refinery for all vessels. Bunkering facilities
also available at Motetwerf, via 6 in. or 12 in. pipeline, rate of 600 t.p.h. for
fuel oil and 500 t.p.h. for diesel oil. Facilities for bunkers also at Matheywerf,
Oranjewerf, Prins Hendikwerf, Westwerf II.
Note: Vessels calling exclusively for bunkers have free wharfage, provided
no more than 2 tons of cargo is transferred, no more than five passengers
land and/or embark, and vessel vacates berth within 2 hours of completing
bunkering (not valid at Emmastad Refinery).
SERVICES: Salvage: A supply vessel is permanently stationed at
Willemstad by Smit Tak International Antilles NV. It is equipped with extensive
salvage equipment such as pumps, hoses, burning and welding equipment
and a hydraulic crane with a capacity of 10 tons.
Facilities for divers such as compressors, decompression tank, etc., are
available. The vessel is suitable for transporting stores, spare parts and
personnel.
Underwater Services: Cleaning of submerged hull sections of ships can
take place while the vessel is moored in the main harbour at Willemstad and
also at other locations, such as Caracas Bay, Bullen Bay and St Michiels
Bay.
Cleaning of cruise ships takes place during bunkering and when
passengers are ashore.
The company carries out various kinds of underwater works, e.g. sealing
off sea-intakes and ropeguards, all kinds of cutting and welding work,
underwater inspections, photographing bottom condition in colour and black
and white. Closed circuit underwater television with video-tape recorder is
available.
Contact Curacao Drydock Co Inc. Web: www.cdmnv.com
Peters Divers Company Ltd: Underwater services include underwater
hull cleaning, underwater surveys and inspections using underwater
television system, welding, cutting, photographing of the bottom condition,
etc. in colour and black and white, sealing of intakes, etc. All inspections are
carried out by licensed marine engineers.
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NETHERLANDS ANTILLES
DRY DOCK: Operator: Curacao Drydock Company Inc. Tel: +599 (9)
733 0000. Fax: +599 (9) 736 5580. Email: info@cdmnv.com
Web: www.cdmnv.com
Facilities: Antilia Graving Dock: 280␺48.00 m., between fenders
280␺47.35 m., depth over keel blocks forward 5.70 m. and aft 8.48 m.
Gradient 1/100, height of keel blocks 1.57 m. except for very large cruise
ships where gradient can be adjusted to 1/200, capacity 150,000 d.w.t.
Beatrix Graving Dock: 193␺26.50 m., between fenders 193␺25.90 m.,
depth over keel blocks even keel 6.30 m., capacity 28,000 d.w.t.
Curacao Floating Dock: 165␺30 m., height of keel blocks 1.30 m., lifting
capacity 10,000 tons.
Repair Wharves: EEG Quay, SW Quay and Beatrix Quay.
Also see ‘‘Berths’’.
REPAIRS: See ‘‘Dry Dock’’.
SURVEYORS: ABS, Lloyd’s, NV, BV, RI, GL and others.
Caleb Brett, Independent Marine Bureau, Aivepet, Saybolt, Chas. Martin,
Caribbean Marine Consultants, J Mesas and R Lapre.
POLICE/AMBULANCE/FIRE: Police and Fire Tel: 44444. Ambulance
Tel: 625822.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE CENTRE: Curacao is a major Search
and Rescue Centre in the southern Caribbean and has the following
resources at its disposal:
VTCC Fort Nassau Traffic Control Centre: Co-ordinates all traffic
within the port.
RNLAF (Royal Netherlands Air Force) Rescue Co-Ordination
Centre: Located at the International Airport, has a number of long and short
range aircraft at its disposal. The RNLAF RCC maintains a communication
link with the United States Coast Guard RCC in San Juan (Puerto Rico) and
has access to AMVER information.
Royal Netherlands Navy: If available, the station vessel (a frigate or a
minesweeper) will be despatched for emergencies.
CITRO: Coast Guard Auxiliary, using private boats and commercial tugs.
Contact: Curacao RCC (RNLAF). Tel: 681628 (24-hour service).
REGULATIONS: Dangerous Cargo: All vessels carrying explosives
(including ammunition and fireworks) or other dangerous cargo (including
radioactive material), for discharge in Curacao, or for transshipment/transit
through Curacao, must obtain prior permission in writing prior to arrival.
Only limited quantities of explosives, etc. are permitted in the port of
Willemstad. For larger quantities alternative ports are used. Details of
regulations on request from Agent. Entry permit required for vessels carrying
dangerous and/or hazardous cargo, at a cost of ANG4.00, plus an
administration fee charged on the following basis for cargo to be discharged:
Up to 500 kilos: ANG5.00
500 kilos to 5 tonnes: ANG15.00
5 – 25 tonnes: ANG30.00
25 – 50 tonnes: ANG45.00
over 50 tonnes: ANG60.00
Transshipment cargo transferred from one vessel to another will be charged
double the fee quoted above.
At the discretion of the Harbour Master a guard may be assigned to vessels
handling or carrying dangerous and/or hazardous cargo. An additional fee
of ANG15.00 – 30.00/hr. will be incurred.
HOLIDAYS: New Year’s Day; Carnival Monday (February); Good Friday;
Easter Monday; 30 April (Coronation Day); Labour Day; Ascension Day;
2 July (National Flag); 25 December (Christmas Day); 26 December
(2nd Christmas Day). ‘‘No work’’, holidays for cargo operations: New Year’s
Day; Good Friday; Labour Day and Christmas Day.
WEATHER/TIDES: Currents: Generally set in a westerly direction.
Along the SW coast the current may attain rates of 2 – 3 knots. A weaker
current may occasionally set east against the prevailing wind. At certain times
of the year, a strong current can be expected setting towards Cape Saint
Marie and a counter current in Bullen Bay.
CONSULS: Argentina, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia,
Costa Rica, Denmark, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador,
Finland, France, Germany, Grenada, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, India,
Israel, Italy, Japan, Lebanon, Liberia, Mexico, Norway, Panama, Peru,
Portugal, Spain, Suriname, Sweden, Uruguay, UK, USA and Venezuela.
TELEPHONES: Mobile telephone coverage provided, GSM
900/1800 (2010).
NEAREST AIRPORT: Hato International Airport, 12 km.
CONNECTIONS: Regional air services available from Hato Airport,
Curacao (CUR). Direct international services available to Amsterdam and
Miami.
BANKS: National banks with ATM facilities available.
CUSTOMS: Officers remain on board on duty during the vessel’s stay in
port. They must be fed by the ship and are entitled to the equivalent of officers’
mess or first-class dining saloon.
SEAMAN’S CLUBS: Emancipatie Boulevard c/2. Tel: +599 (9) 375317.
SHIP OFFICER’S REPORT: September 1997
Vessel: Tanker 41,000 d.w.t.
Berth: Isla Jetty No. 5.
Location: Lat. 12␥ 07.4' N, Long. 068␥ 55.8' W.
Berthing: The berth lies NNW – SSE. The berth consists of a jetty with two
dolphins linked by catwalks. The dolphins each have two vertical flat faced
fenders. The length of the berth, including dolphins, is approximately 90 m.
There is one dolphin inshore of the berth, this is now disused.
Mooring: The ship berthed port side to. Mooring arrangement was 3-2-2 fore
and aft. All mooring lines were secured to conventional mooring bollards.
The springs were led to the dolphins, the stern, breast and head lines (head
lines distance 100 m.) were led to the shore.
The shore gangway/ladder was used forward of the manifold (see ‘‘Plan’’).
Cargo Handling Facilities: There are five chicksans on the jetty.
SHIPMASTER’S REPORT: March 1998
Vessel: Chemical tanker, 40,700 d.w.t.
Berth: Isla Refinery, Pier No. 4 and Pier No. 6.
VHF: Isla Refinery operates on Channel 19.
Berthing: Pier No. 4: Our vessel berthed port side alongside. The berth
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consists of a finger jetty with 1 dolphin either side of the jetty having fenders
and one mooring buoy (see‘‘Plan’’). The mooring lines tie-up was 2-2-2 fore
and aft. The stern and breast lines were run to shore having medium leads.
The stern and breast lines were secured ashore to anchored chains with
hooks on. Wire mooring lines were used for the stern, spring and breast lines,
propylene for head lines. Starboard anchor was let go to five shackles in the
water.
Pier No. 6: Our vessel berthed port side alongside. The berth consists of a
finger jetty with one dolphin either side of the jetty having fenders (see ‘‘Plan’’).
The mooring lines tie-up was 3-2-2 fore and aft. The head, stern and breast
lines were run to shore having medium leads. The stern and breast lines
were secured ashore to anchored chains with hooks on. Wire mooring lines
were used for the spring and breast lines, propylene for head and stern lines.
Gangway: Shore gangways were landed at the aft end of the ship’s midships
manifold at both berths.
SHIP OFFICER’S REPORT: July 1998
Vessel: Tanker 41,000 d.w.t.
Berth: Isla – Jetty No. 4.
Location: Lat. 12␥ 07.5' N, Long. 068␥ 55.9' W.
Berthing: The berth lies WNW – ESE. The berth consists of a jetty with two
dolphins linked by catwalks. The dolphins each have flat faced fenders. The
length of the berth, including dolphins, is approximately 70 m.
There is one dolphin to the east of the berth which is now disused.
Mooring: The ship berthed port side to. Mooring arrangement was
3-2-2 forward and 2-2-2 aft. The berthing dolphins have conventional mooring
bollards and the shore bollards have quick-release hooks. The springs were
led to the dolphins, the stern and breast lines to the shore, and head lines
to a mooring buoy, all are short to medium leads.
We dropped the starboard anchor, using two shackles of cable.
The shore gangway/ladder was used aft of the manifold (see ‘‘Plan’’).
Cargo Handling Facilities: There are three chicksans on the jetty.
AUTHORITY: Curacao Ports Authority, Werf de Wilde z/n, PO Box 689,
Willemstad, Curacao, Netherlands Antilles. Tel: +599 (9) 434 5999.
Fax: +599 (9) 461 3907. Email: info@curports.com Web: www.curports.com
Contact: R Lopez-Ramirez, General Manager. Ramon Frankel, Harbour
Master. Email: rvanburken@refineriaisla.com
Operator: Refineria Isla (Curacao) BV, PO Box 3843, Emmastad, Curacao,
Netherlands Antilles. Tel: +599 (9) 466 2275. Fax: +599 (9) 466 2204.
Web: www.refineriaisla.com Contact: Ronald W M Van Burken, Marine
Superintendent. Email: rvanburken@refineriaisla.com

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