APPROACHES TO GULF OF KHAMBHAT (254) Jafarabad (20°52'N., 71°23'E.) 1 The route leads 45 miles ENE from a position SSE of Jafarabad (20°52'.0 N, 71°23'.0 E) to a position SSE of Gopnath Point. At its E end, the route passes through Grant Channel (21°04'.0 N, 72°00'.0 E) which leads between the Kathiawar Mainland Coast and Western Bank; the channel is steep-to on both sides with mud bottom towards the coast and sand towards the bank. 2 Grant Channel is the recommended route for vessels proceeding to the N part of the Gulf of Khambhat. Topography This stretch of the coast is composed of lime or sandstone cliffs and is indented by bays and creeks, into which, empty a few rivers. The coastline is fringed by a coastal reef which is steep-to in parts but extends, in some places, up to about 1 mile offshore; between Gadhada (21° 01'.37 N, 71° 44'.62 E) and Islet Point,5 miles WSW, the reef extends well offshore and fills a bight fronting sandhills. The hinterland is undulating and partly cultivated. Depths Along the route, there are general depths of 10 to 16 m, between the mainland and Western Bank except in Grant Channel, where less water was reported. Fishing vessels Off the W part of this coast, large fleets of fishing vessels may be encountered. Tidal streams 1 The tidal streams set in the general direction of the line of the coast; the in-going stream sets ENE and the out-going stream WSW 2 Off Jegri Island (21°02'.5 N, 71°48'.0 E), to its S and W, the rate of the in-going stream is 2½ kts and that of the out-going is 1 kts.Further information is shown on the chart. Eddies Strong eddies form SE of Jegri Island. Principal marks 1 Landmarks: Varahaswaroop Temple (20°52'.96 N, 71°26'.75 E) is conspicuous from S. Chachuda Temple (20°54'.79 N, 71°29'.18 E). Circular tower (20°56'.61 N, 71°31'.80 E). Chimney (21°05'.92 N, 71°45'.27 E). White house (21°03'.5 N, 71°47'.5 E). Palitana Mountain (21°29'.5 N, 71°48'.0E) stands 25 miles NW of Gopnath Point. Jhanjhmer Fort (21°10'.87 N, 72°03'.81 E), a square ruined fort, which stands close S of the town of Jhanjhmer. 2 Major lights: Jafarabad Light (20°5l'.45 N, 071°22'.92 E). Savai Bet Light (white square masonry tower, red bands, 14 m in height) (20°54'.24 N, 071° 31'.58 E), stands on the S side of Savni Bet Islet; an auxiliary light is exhibited below the main light. Jegri Island Light (black square masonry tower, white bands, 29 m in height) (21°02'.42 N, 071°48'.27 E). Gopnath Point Light (redand white square masonry tower, 34 m in height) (21°12'.2 N, 072°06'.6 E) stands on a hillock close NNW of the point. Directions Cautions 1 It is inadvisable to use Malacca Banks Channels, which although deep, are generally narrow and intricate towards their N ends; also, the channels are unmarked and to distant for fixing from objects on the coast at their S ends. 2 Malacca Banks are steep-to in places and, as soundings may not give sufficient warning, should not be approached on a falling tide. The N limit of the banks has not been closely examined. 3 The general alignment of the Malacca Banks is subject to change and less water than charted may exist. The charted shoals are reported to be shifting. Mariners are advised to navigate with caution and for latest information refer to the local authorities. Coastal route 1 The route leads 45 miles ENE from a position SSE of Jafarabad (20° 51'.45 N, 71° 22'.92 E), through Grant Channel (21° 04'.0 N, 72° 00'.0 E), to a position SSE of Gopnath Point, passing (with positions from Dosi Rock (21° 02’.0 N, 71° 47’.0 E) : 2 SSE of an islet (20½ miles WSW) which stands near the edge of the reef that fringes the coast ESE of VarahaswaroopTemple. Then to: 3 SSE of Savai Bet (16½ miles), a barren rocky islet lying close E of Shial Bet; it has a small white-domed mosque standing near its centre which is prominent from seaward. A stranded wreck with its mast visible above water lies on Savai Bet Reef, 5 cables E of Savai Bet; the E edge of this reef is steep-to. Then to: 4 SSE of Bhensala Rock (15¼ miles WSW), which is a bluff rocky islet, steep-to on its E side. Sims Rock, which dries, lies at the W edge of foul ground extending 3 cables W from Bhensala Rock. Then to: 5 SSE of Islet Point (6½ miles WSW), a prominent hilly point fronted by several islets connected to each other and with the coast by a drying rocky reef; Pauradhar Islet, the N islet of the group, is the tallest. A shallow spit extends about 8 cables ESE from the islets. Then to: Pinnacle Rock 6 SSE of Tapan Island (5¼ miles WSW), an island with a reef extending 1¼ miles E and a 7.3 m shoal patch lying 1 mile SSE. Then to: 7 SSE of Jegri Island (1¼ miles ENE); this island, known locally as Katpur Island, has bold rocky cliffs E and S and sandhills on its N part; it is sparsely cultivated. 8 Then toSSE of an unnamed bluff (6½ miles ENE) with a bay NE in which the coastal reef covers at high water, Then to SSE of Kotada Bluff (12 miles ENE), a prominent point standing at the W end of a sandy bay. Then to: 9 SSE of Methla Point (14 miles ENE), a low rocky point which rises to the same level of the hinterland about 5 cables inland. Then toSSE of Bhensla Rock (17 miles ENE), a small rocky islet lying near the edge of the coastal reef. Then toSSE of Pinnacle Rock (19¼ miles ENE) which stands, on the coastal reef, close SW of a point of land upon which there is a tower. And: 10 To a position SSE of Gopnath Point (21° 12'.25 N,72° 06'.64 E) which is fairly high and surmounted by its lighthouse and a bungalow; a temple, 23 m high, stands 7½ cables NW of the point. Useful marks 1 Temple (20°57'.47 N, 71°34'.27 E), with a palace standing 3 cables WSW, form a good landmark from S and SE; the buildings stand in a village 5 cables W of Chanch Point which itself, projects SE from about the centre of Chanch Island. 2 Bhawani Temple (21°03'.87 N, 71°48'.35 E) stands on top of a sandhill at the head of Jegri Bay near its centre. 3 Jhanjhmer Light (white concrete column and hut,3 m in height) (21°10'.8 N, 72°03'.67 E) stands 2 cables S of Jhanjhmer Fort. PIPAVAV PORT 1 Gujarat Pipavav Port Limited (GPPL) (20°55'.0 N, 71°30'.0 E),is the first Greenfield port project in India to have been successfully established in the private sector.The port, is, situated on the mainland NW of Shial Bet, at a distance of 140 km south west of Bhavnagar and 153 miles North West of Mumbai.The port is operated by APM Terminals. 2 Port Limits. The port is bounded by the following limits: (a) 20°53´.94 N., 71°28´.80E (Shore) (b) 20°53´.15 N., 71°32´.09 E (c) 20°54´.03 N., 71°34´.00 E (d) 20°57´.07 N., 71°34´.00E (Shore) 3 The port is protected by islands Shai Bet and Savai Bet, which act as natural breakwaters making the port safe in all weather conditions. The presence of these islands has ensured wave height is less than 0.5m at most times. 4 Notice to ETA 72, 48, 24 and 12 hours’ notice of ETA should be sent to the Harbour Master. 5 Pilotage is compulsory and available 24 hours. Pilots generally boards in position (20°52.56N, 071°30.14E). 6 Tugs:3 tugs with BP 55& 35 are availableround the clock for berthing/unberthing assistance on MM Bch 16/71. 7 Regulation Concerning Entry. Vessels should not enter the buoyed channel without a pilot. 8 Weather: Winds are predominantly SW and wind speed pick-up after 1400h. The winter temperatures fall to 12°C, while summer peak temperatures have been recorded to be 42°C. The monsoon is predominant during the months of Jun-Jul. 9 Heavy swell occurs, south of entrance, during the SW monsoon whenever a tropical disturbance builds up some distance south off the coast. 10 Turning Circle:A turning circle of diameter 480m exists abeam of APM Terminal. 11 Communication:Port control may be contacted on VHF channel 16 & 71 for pilotage and anchorage information. It may also be contacted on email inppvportcontroL@apmterminals.com. The Harbour Master's email ID is inppvhrbmst@apmterminals.com. Topography 1 Shial Bet (20°54'.45 N, 71°30'.9 E), an island, bounded generally by low rocky hillocks lies between west and east channels. The NW and E sides are bounded by small sandy bays providing landing to small craft. 2 Mushroom Rock,5 m high, with a lower rock close SW, stand on the coastal reef off the SW end of Shial Bet. 3 Chanch Island runs parallel to the mainland about 5 miles long, with its centre located 5 miles NE of Shial Bet. Limiting Conditions 1 Berths:The port has a total quay length of 1425m,with 690m of quay length and three jetties dedicated for handling bulk and break-bulk cargo and 735m of quay length dedicated for container handling. The port also offers a liquid cargo berth of length 200m. 2 Tides:The tidal pattern is semi-diurnal. The range of tide is of the order of 2-2.5m. 3 Tidal streams: A strong set is experienced at the approach towards first set of buoys. Throw off of suitable degree has to be given while entering the channel during prevailing tides. 4 The in-going stream sets across the S approach to West Channel where it divides. One branch sets N through West Channel and then to NE towards Chanch Island with a spring rate of 2½ to 3 kts and a rate of about 2 kts at neaps; the other branch sets ENE past Savai Bet Reef and then to towards Bhensala Rock (20° 54'.9N, 71° 32'.8E) at a rate of 3 kts at springs and from 2 to 3 kts at neaps. 5 The out-going stream, with a SW set S of Chanch Island, divides N of Bhensala Rock. One branch sets W through East Channel and then to SW through West Channel attaining a rate of 3 kts at springs and 2 kts at neaps; the other branch sets towards Savai Bet Reef and then to W along the coast with a rate of 2½ to 3 kts at springs and 1½ kts at neaps. 6 Eddies:Strong eddies form in the entrance of West Channel at high and low water. Approaches 1 Taking into account the strong tidal streams setting across the channel entrance and to achieve a safe passage between inbound and outbound vessels off the pilot boarding point, two recommended routes have been established by the port Authority. 2 Inbound vessels are advised to proceed along the recommended route to take their pilot. The approach speed over the ground should be restricted to about 4 kts when at the charted pilot boarding point. The restricted speed is to allow vessels to abort the approach by taking all way off or use bold engine and helm to turn about in case the pilot is delayed in boarding and reaching the conning position. If aborting the approach by turning about, it is recommended that vessels entering on the flood turn to port and if entering on the ebb turn to starboard. To make good the routing track, vessels may have to steer between 10 to 40 degrees away from the 340 degree direction – depending on the strength of the stream and engine speed of vessel. Vessels should closely monitor their course and speed over the ground so as to proceed along the recommended track. Inbound vessels shall allow vessels outbound at the time to pass well clear beyond the fairway buoy before closing in to take their pilot. Outbound vessels shall pass close east of the fairway buoy. Immediately thereafter, they shall alter course to starboard and proceed along the recommended direction 210 deg. 3 For smaller, lighter vessels, the pilot may give instructions for a boarding closer to the entrance of the buoyed channel but the method of approach as above should be followed: 4 Small (LOA<100m) light draught vessels (draught<4.5m) calling frequency at the port, may be boarded inside the channel about 2 to 3 cables SSE of the L&T jetty. 5 Small, highly maneuverable vessels e.g. offshore support vessels & tugs, are usually allowed to enter without a pilot. 6 Vessels sailing out of port should make good a SSW'ly course soon after clearing the buoyed channel. This is specially to counter the significant eastward drift that prevails at the roads during flood tide and will help departing vessels to avoid close quarter situations with vessels anchored or approaching to anchor eastward of the channel entrance. 7 West Channel leads W of Shial Bet Island. A drying reef close WNW of Mushroom Rock on both sides of the channel entrance is visual during low water. A pair of weather-beaten conical shape beacons is located on the drying reefs. It should not be confused with the buoys laid close by marking the E boundary of the navigation channel. A wreck, with only part of it visible during low water, lies on the reef off the west boundary of the buoyed channel, about 6½ cables WSW of this beacon. 8 East Channel leads N of the Bhensala Rock, Savai Bet and Shial Bet. This channel is shallow and almost redundant. It is used by the low draught local fishing vessels. Wreck:There is a visual wreck about 1 C east of the first set of buoys. It may be prudent to exercise caution as many ships operating in the port have reported the wreck is no longer visual. Transits:The port of Pipavav has a lighted transit leg (013.2-193.2) the position of the transit along with their characteristics is as follows:- Front Mark (20055.03'N, 071030.31'E) – Fl (2) 6 s Aft Mark (20055.20'N, 071030.36'E) – Oc6 s Directions 1 LightsWest Channel No 1 Leading Lights.Front light (metal framework structure, 35m in height) (20°55'.03N 71°30'.3E), Rear light (metal framework tower, 50m in height) 2 The alignment (009½°)of these lights leads into West Channel, marked by light buoys (lateral), and towards UCL Jetty. The Light Towers are painted with black and yellow horizontal bands. 3 From a position in West Channel about 1 cable off UCL Jetty the alignment (033°) of these lights leads to GPPL jetty. 4 Storm signals are displayed at the top of the Port Control building which is located about 200m inland off the SW end of GPPL jetty. 5 Buoyage:Yellow coloured buoys (lateral system) with flashing yellow lights; have been placed off the NE end of the new LPG jetty. Their purpose is to give a transit line guide when turning vessels in the turning basin. Their positions are prone to shifting; nevertheless provide useful guidance during the turning maneuver. Anchorages and Berths 1 Vessels should contact Port Control for berthing prospects prior to anchoring. Deep draught vessels are recommended to anchor, at least 3 miles South of Savai Bet Light house, at depths suitable to their draught. Lesser draught vessels should anchor 2 to 3 miles SE of Savai Bet Lt. 2 Recommended anchorage co-ordinates are as follows:- 20° 53'.70N 71° 30.40E, 20° 53.70N 71°31.50E 20° 52'.80N 71° 31.50E, 20°52.80N 71° 30.40E 3 Prohibited Anchoragearea co-ordinates are as follows:- 20° 53'.25E 71° 29'.50E, 20° 52'.50 E 71° 29'.50 E 20° 52'.50 E 71° 31'.00 E,20° 54'.50 E 71° 31'.00 E 4 Small crafts can obtain anchorage N of Bhensala Rock with local knowledge, bottom is generally mud; the tidal streams generally around 3.5 kts in the area. 5 Berths:Pipavav Port lies on the NW shore of West Channel. The main jetty on piles extends 8 cables SE from the port area and provide 3 berths on its SE face, 688 m length and depth alongside of 13.5m. A new jetty with a berth for large container ships(No. 4 berth) and an LPG berth extending beyond has been constructed and are operational. 6 The old LPG jetty has been shifted NE wards and merged in line with the new No. 4 berth. The dredged depths at berth No. 4 and LPG jetty are 15.5m. No.4 berth is 387m long with fenders at bollards spaced about 15m apart. This jetty has been designed to accommodate the larger container vessels that call at the port. The part of this new jetty that is meant for LPG handling is of a dolphin jetty design. The line of the No. 4 berth/LPG jetty is offset about 47m into the channel with respect to the line of the older berths (No. 1 to 3). Berths 1 to 3 as well as the No.4 berth & LPG jetty lie in direction 051°-231°. The bollards at the fenders of the older berths 1 to 3 are 18.5m apart and & that of berth 4 & LPG are 15 mtrs. A new jetty with a berth for large container ships (No. 4 berth) and an LPG berth extending beyond has been constructed and are operational. Port Services 1 Supplies:Fresh water and diesel bunkers are available in limited quantities by road tanker. Provisions can be arranged with prior orders through ship chandlers. 2 Waste Disposal.Arrangements for reception of ships garbage and waste oil are available. 3 Shore Leave is not permitted. However, crew changes can be arranged. Fire. Port has a fire station with fire tenders and the ports tugs can supplement efforts with their fire nozzles. Jegri Bay 1 General information:Jegri Bay, a shallow bight lying between Jegri Bluff (21° 02'.31 N, 71° 48'.34 E) and Cave Point, 2¼ miles NE; Pillar Rock stands close S of the latter point. There is a rocky patch lying about 7 cables ENE of the SE end of Jegri Island. 2 Tidal stream:The in-going stream sets NE offJegri Bluff but it is weak in the bay. Weather:Strong squalls in NE winds raise a heavy sea in this bay. 3 Anchorage:Small crafts may obtain anchorage, with shelter from W winds, about 4 cables NE of Jegri Bluff in depths of about 2 m, mud. Nikol Bandar General information: Nikol Bandar (21° 04'.8 N, 71° 50'.7 E) is a small indentation in the coast, the entrance to which is almost blocked by drying rocks; local boats can only use it. Kotada Bluff Landing:Landing can be effected on the NE side of Kotada Bluff (21° 07'.39 N, 71° 58'.39 E), at the W end of a sandy bay, during W winds boats can land. Jhanjhmer 1 Position:Jhanjhmer (21° l0'.97 N, 72° 03'.70 E) is a walled town situated near the coast. 2 Useful mark:Jhanjhmer Light 3 Landing:There is a good landing place near the town around the time of high water. 4 Anchorage:Small craft can anchor about 9 cables SE of Jhanjhmer Fort, which stands close S of the town, in a depth of 10 m; sand and mud. Sartanpar 1 General information: Sartanpar (21° 18'.32 N, 72° 05'.85 E) is a small port about 1 mile within the Shetrunji River which enters the Gulf of Khambhat W of Sartanpar Shoals , Talaja, another small port, lies about 4½ miles upstream. 2 Tidal streams:At springs, the in-going stream within Sartanpar Shoals, does not turn for more than 1 hour after the time of high water and the out-going stream continues 1½ hours after low water; at neaps the in-going stream turns 2 hours after the time of high water. 3 Caution:For approaching the anchorage local knowledge is considered essential. 4 Anchorage: A small vessel can anchor, between Sartanpar Shoals and the drying reef extending about 1½ miles from the coast on each side of the Shetrunji River entrance, in depths of 2½ to 3 m. 5 Storm signals are displayed near Talaja by using the brief system. See 1.36. Alang 1 General information: Alang anchorage (21° 30'.0 N, 72° 20'.0 E) is a major shipbreaking area. Ships are beached for breaking twice a month at high water of over 10m. There is no restriction on the size of vessel, but vessels must arrive free of cargo. 2 Notice of ETA: 72,48, and 24 hours’ notice is required. 3 Anchorage: Anchorage is about 5 miles SSW of Piram Island in 11m of water. 4 Transportation:Airport at Bhavnagar, 50km distant. 5 Useful marks:Alang light (21° 24'.27 N, 72° 11'.09 E) 24 m in height. 6 Tidal stream: The general direction of tidal stream off Alang is 020-200 with maximum rate of 3-4 knot. The slack water is observed for almost one hour during peak time. Channel W of Piram Island 1 This narrow channel lies between Piram Island (21° 36'.0 N, 72° 21'.0 E) and Mallok Reef, a reef lying near the E edge of foul ground off Kuda Point. 2 The channel should not be used, without local knowledge, as the tidal streams run through at a great rate and there is little slack water. 3 The channel West of Piram Island is infested by numerous reef. The shoals collectively called the Mallock reef are shifted westwards (towards Kuda point). A 10.1 m shoal patch lies in the fairway W of Piram Island lighthouse. Streams in excess of 6 knots are predominant in this channel view tunneling effect. BHAVNAGAR NEW PORT AND APPROACHES Bhavnagar New Port (21° 45'.66 N, 072° 13'.85 E) lies near the head of an inlet, which mostly dries, in the NW part of Gulf of Khambhat; Bhavnagar City is situated about 5 miles W of the port. Function The principal exports are mill scale and onions whereas the chief imports include urea, rock phosphate, sulphur, shredded scrap and logs. The production of local industries include cotton goods, sugar processing, timber sawing and pressing, furniture making and boat building. Topography 1 This stretch of coast between Kuda Point (21° 38' N, 072° 18' E) and Ghogha, 4 mile NNW, is low, marshy and fronted by drying reefs; abreast Ghogha the foreshore is mud and shingle this, and the land in its vicinity, floods at spring tides. Then to between Ghogha and Bhavnagar Point, a farther 9 miles NNW, the coast consists of a mud flat overgrown by low mangrove bushes and intersected by many small drying creeks. 2 Channel Bank extends E from the N part of this stretch of coast, it is an extensive bank, which dries, and is covered with grass; the bank is joined NW by Entrance Bank which also dries. Depths 1 In the SE approach from the pilot boarding place (21° 39'.4 N, 072° 24'.9 E), depths are irregular, towards the S part of Malcolm Channel, 7 miles NW and there are numerous shoal patches as shown on the chart. 2 Malcolm Channel, the S part of which is generally deep, lies between Channel Bank on its W side and several minor shoals to the E; the latter area has not been fully examined. Tidal stream The tidal stream is reported to attain a rate of about 5 kts at springs and set NNW/SSE, in the vicinity of 21° 41' N, 072° 22' E, about 4½ miles SE of Perigee Rock. Further information is given on the chart. Approach and entry The approach to the port is through the S part of Malcolm Channel, then across the centre of Channel Bank and entered between lock gates. Traffic The port approximately handles 30 vessels with a total of 14Lac MT per year. The maximum size and draught of vessel presently being handled is 12.8m.The vessels anchor at Bhavnagar anchorage and lighterage operations are undertaken to transfer cargo to and from Bhavnagar port to cargo vessel at anchorage. Port Authority The Port is administered by the Port Officer, New Bhavnagar Port, Bhavnagar, 364002.The important contact details are: Fax No - 02641- 221528,Ph No - 02641- 2210221 Limiting conditions 1 Controlling depth:The permissible draught is reported to be the height of the predicted high water less 5.2 m. 2 Deepest and longest berth: An unnamed concrete jetty within the dock basin. 3 Tidal levels: Mean spring range about 8.8 m; mean neap range about 4.8 m. See information in Tide Tables. 4 Maximum size of vessel handled is length 152 m and 19.5 m beam. Maximum size of vessel handled at anchorage is 12.8m to 13m. Arrival Information 1 Port radio: Port assistance can be sought on VHF MMB channel 12 and 16. Vessels entering the port limits should maintain watch on MMB channel 69 for navigation and traffic information from VTS Khambhat (North), for details see the relevant List of Radio Signals. 2 Notice of ETA:ETA should be confirmed to pilot station forty-eight hours in advance, messages should be sent through Mumbai coast radio station. Pilots and tugs 1 Pilotage is compulsory for vessels bound for Bhavnagar New Port and they should arrive at the pilot boarding place, 4¾ miles NE of Piram Island, not less than 2½ hours before the time of high water at Bhavnagar for berthing on the same tide; while awaiting a pilot, vessels are advised not to anchor but to make a reciprocal course until the pilot arrives. Except for some special circumstances, berthing and unberthing is carried out during daylight hours only. 2 The pilot vessel is a black-hulled tug with buff upper works and a buff funnel with a black top. The usual signals are displayed and, in addition, a searchlight is flashed from time to time at night. 3 For further details see the relevant List of Radio Signals. Requirement for local knowledge In the approaches to Bhavnagar depths change quite frequently, due to the continuous shifting of banks and channels. Therefore, local knowledge of these changes is considered essential before entry. Harbour 1 The harbour consists of a tidal dock basin with general depths of 5m inside the basin.Dredging operations are underway to increase the depth to 7m. 2 Landmark:Piram Island Lighthouse (21° 35'.95 N, 72° 21'.15 E). Directions Cautions 1 Mariners are strongly advised not to navigate in the approaches to Bhavnagar without local knowledge or assistance. 2 A wide berth should be given to the area around PerigeeLight-floatwithin 3 hours of low water, because of excessive silting. Route 1 Approach:The route leads NW from the vicinity of the pilot boarding position (21° 39'.4 N, 72° 24'.9 E) to a position E of Perigee Rock (21° 42'.9 N, 72° 18'.5 E), which dries, and at the lowest spring tides shows three heads. Then to, Malcolm Channel should be followed to the route which leads across Channel Bank. 2 Leading lights:Unlit lattice mark (Fwd Mark Ht-9m Aft Mark Ht-11m;painted Red) in position 21° 46'.02 N, 072° 15'.13 E (fwd mark) and 21° 46'.12 N, 072° 15'.46 E(aft mark), serve as transit mark for vessels leaving Bhavnagar Port. The marks lie on bearing 071.6°. 3 General information:Vessels arrive and depart at about slack high water with a tug secured ahead, another tug is available in the turning basin which is situated abreast the concrete jetty. Vessels are usually swung in the turning basin before being berthed, bow seaward, starboard side alongside the wharf. Useful marks 1 Ghogha Bhandar Light (white square masonry tower, red bands, 16 m in height) (21° 41'.51 N, 72° 16'.69 E) stands on the S entrance point of Ghogha Creek. 2 Perigee Light-float (red, radar reflector, bell fog signal, height 12 m) (21°42'.11 N, 072°18'.00 E) is moored about 9 cables SSW of Perigee Rock. 3 A stranded wreck (21° 43'.2 N, 72° 23'.6 E) with a second stranded wreck lying about 3 cables WSW. Beacon (21° 44'.2 N, 72° 15'.1 E). Light (white framework metal tower, elevation 20 m) (21° 44'.8 N, 72° 14'.0 E) disused. 4 Ruvapari Light (grey hut on piles, elevation 20 m) (21° 46'.7 N, 72° 14'.0 E) stands 1 mile NNW of the entrance to Bhavnagar New Port. Berths Anchorage 1 The recommended anchorage position (a) 21° 40'.0 N, 72° 21'.5 E (b) 21° 40'.0 N, 72° 25'.0 E (c) 21° 42'.5 N, 72° 25'.0 E (d) 21° 42'.5 N, 72° 21'.9 E 2 Cautions.The anchorage described below becomes potentially hazardous because of strong tidal streams, an irregular-shaped seabed and shipping congestion; considerable care in anchoring is required and constant vigilance, particularly during cargo operations, is recommended. 3 A foul area exists, where number of vessels have lost anchors, extending about 1½ miles E of Perigee Rock (21° 42'.9 N, 072° 18'.5 E). 4 During spring tidal streams, to prevent yawing, consideration should be given to the use of a second anchor and/or steering. The second anchor, if used, should be heaved up 1½ hours before the tidal stream changes and dropped again after the change to avoid fouling the first anchor. It is recommended that engines are kept on standby, to be available within short notice, during spring tides. 5 Position and draught. Vessels unable to enter Bhavnagar New Port can anchorE of Perigee Rock in the area shown on the chart. Jetties The main berth inside the basin consists of two concrete jetties of length 270 m and 141m. The jetty on North OZA Wharf is 141m long and is suitable for one vessel. The jetty on South is 270 m long called Akwada Wharf and can accommodate two vessels up to 128 m in length. The lock gate at the entrance to Port is opened anytime between 2 hours to 30 min before high water and is kept open till 1 hour to 2 hours after high water. During initial lift of lock gate a surge may be experienced by vessels berthed inside the tidal basin and caution is to be exercised Port services Repairs: Minor repairs can be carried out; there is a small dry dock: length 74.4 m, width 13.7 m, depth on sill at MHWS 3.18 m used for port vessels. A well-equipped workshop is available. Other facilities:Barges; hospital. Supplies:Limited fuel oil and fresh water Ghogha 1 General information.Ghogha Bandar (21° 41'.0 N, 72° 16'.5 E) is a fair weather sailing/fishing vessel port with a small drying creek at northern end.Ghogha Light House (21° 41'.5 N, 72° 16'.6 E) with a square mansion tower with semicircular front and red-white band. Large infrastructural developments are underway in Ghogha which include fully developed three ramp slip way (half a mile S of Ghogha village) and a RO-RO jetty to facilitate sea link between Dhaej and Ghogha. 2 Construction of RO-RO jetty, off Ghogha is underway by Essar India Ltd. Present length of jetty is 915 m which includes a road (under construction) leading to jetty with length 510 m. The jetty is expected to commence its operations by 2017. The sea route will reduce transport costs and time significantly as the 360 km land route will be replaced by 31 mile sea-route connecting Ghogha and Dahej. 3 A slipway exists half a mile south of Ghogha Bandar. Barges and minor vessels including boats can be beached during high tide and repairs carried out. Two breakwaters, one each on northern and southern side of the slipway offer shelter from the strong eddies and tidal stream of vessels beached/being raised onto slipway for minor repairs. 4 A semi-circular concrete wharf exists 200 m North of Ghogha light. A lattice tower painted alternate black and white, called “Dhuvav Master Control Station” is located on the wharf. The wharf has fixed tyre finders to assist in berthing of tugs operating to and from Bhavnagar Port. Bhavnagar Creek 1 General information:Bhavnagar Creek (21° 47'.45 N, 72° 14'.49 E), formerly provided the port for Bhavnagar, it now provides a good safe harbour for sailing vessels and small craft. 2 Topography:The coast consists of mud flats overgrown by low mangrove bushes and intersected by many small drying creeks. 3 Approach and entry:The approach to the creek is from south of the Malcolm channel, then across the centre of Channel Bank and entered between lock gates.The Bhavnagar channel curves into Bhavnagar creek. 4 Caution:Due to silting and constant progress of dredging operations, depths in Bhavnagar Creek are liable to change; the banks and channels also change frequently making local knowledge essential. These constant changes to the channel prevent useful directions being given. 5 Leading marks:There are a number of beacons landing on the N side of the creek NW of Bhavnagar point which lead up to and around this point ,another pair of beacons standing on the S bank, 1 ½ miles SW of Bhavnagar Point, leads across the drying sandbank situated in mid-channel W of the point. The position of the beacons are subject to alteration as required to conform to the channel. 6 Useful marks: Rovapari Light (21° 46'.74 N, 72° 13'.97 E). HEAD OF THE GULF OF KHAMBHAT General information The head of the Gulf of Khambhat, described below, lies between Howarth Point (21° 47'.6 N, 72° 14'.5 E) and the mouth of Dhadhar River 16 miles E. Depths In the head of the Gulf of Khambhat, the coastal and offshore banks are subject to constant changes. Off-lying banks and channels 1 Mal Bank, a large sandbank in the centre of the head of the Gulf of Khambhat, extends about 14 miles N from its S point (21° 47'.89 N, 72° 21'.22 E). 2 Malcolm Channel continues N along the W and NW sides of Mal Bank into Khambhat Channel which leads NE into the estuary of the Mahi Sagar River in the NE part of the gulf. 3 Makra Bank, lying between the S part of Mal Bank and the coastal bank E, is a narrow shoal which almost dries near its center. Local knowledge In the head of the Gulf of Khambhat; the channels, banks and rivers are liable to frequent change making local knowledge essential for their safe navigation. Tidal bores 1 Tidal bores form near the entrance to the Sabarmati River in the NW part of the gulf; one travels up that river while another travels up Khambhat Channel and the Mahi Sagar River. Each sweeps through the channel and rivers as a line of disturbed and breaking water which tends to alter their configuration. 2 The bore in the Mahi Sagar River may be as much as 2.4 m in height and attain a rate of 10 kts at the highest spring tides. The magnitude of the bore varies with the range of the tide; at neap tides it is not perceptible but becomes increasingly prominent as spring tides approach. The bore preceding the higher high water is greater than that preceding the lower of two successive high waters. 3 During the passage of the bore, the in-going stream flows at a great rate, with the greatest rate being experienced about 45 minutes after the bore has passed, thereafter the rate diminishes.The bore in the Sabarmati River is similar but less pronounced. Directions In the head of the Gulf of Khambhat; channels and banks, being subject to great change as described previously, make directions for navigation of this part of the gulf as of general application only. Useful marks 1 Devajagan Light (round stone column, 13 m in height) (21° 55'.0 N, 72° 32'.9 E) is exhibited from September to June. 2 Towers of Silence (22° 18'.0 N, 72° 39'.3 E), two towers standing close together. Minor port and rivers Tankari 1 General information: The Tankari town (21° 59'.48 N, 72° 40'.04 E), with a small port, lies on the E side of a shallow creek branching off the N side of Dhadhar River, 6½ miles within its entrance; the creek is navigable only by small local craft.A custom house stands near the entrance to the creek. 2 Tankari Road(21° 50'.35 N, 72° 29'.30 E), the roadstead off the entrance to Dhadhar River, lies between the coastal bank E and the shoal patches on the E side of Makra Bank on its W side; the road can be identified by Devajagan Lighthouse . 3 Tidal stream:In Tankari Road, the in-going stream continues for about 1 hour after the time of high water; the streams attain a rate of 6 kn at springs. 4 Anchorage: Vessels can anchor in the roadstead, but attention should be given to possible depth changes in the channel which runs through the road and to the shifting of banks lying on either side of the channel. Local knowledge is advisable. Dhadhar River 1 Dhadhar River is entered through a narrow channel between sandbanks 6 miles S of Tankari Point intervals; in the fairway of the channel leading to the river, there are patches which nearly dry and in other places it is generally shallow with depths from 0.3 to 2.7 m. 2 To enter this river, local knowledge is considered essential. Mahi SagarRiver 1 General information: Mahi Sagar River (22° 14'.0 N, 72° 35'.0 E) gives limited access to the vicinity of Khambhat, a town, situated on the N bank of the river at the head of the Gulf of Khambhat. 2 Tidal streams: The in-going stream sets NE into the Mahi Sagar River, the out-going stream sets SW, with a rate of 4 ½ to 6 kts. 3 Storm signals are displayed at Khambhat by using the brief system is used. See 1.36. Sabarmati River 1 General information. Sabarmati River (22° 14' N, 72° 22' E) enters the Gulf of Khambhat in its NW corner; the river is about 200 miles long and near its estuary the shores are fairly high and well cultivated. 2 Bore Rocks (22° 10' N, 72° 24' E) lie in the entrance to the river near Khambhat Channel.Shikotar Mata, a pagoda with a flagstaff, lies on the E bank of the river 8½ miles N of Bore Rocks. 3 Bhadar Creek enters Sabarmati River 6½ miles WNW of Bore Rocks. 4 Dholera, 6 miles within the creek, is one of the chief cotton marts in the Gulf of Khambhat but, because of silting, goods are stopped at Whittle Bandar, 1½ miles from the creek entrance, and thereafter connected with Dholera by road. Local craft work cargo alongside the bank. 5 Ahmedabadis the sixth largest city of India,which lies 50 miles from the Sabarmati River entrance on its E bank. It is located 19 mi from the Gujarat state capital Gandhinagar. 6 Ahmedabad is an important economic and industrial hub in India. It is the second largest producer of cotton in India, and is famous for its cotton mills. General Information Position The Gulf of Khambhat (21° 21'.0 N, 72° 22'.0 E) lies between the coast of Surat and Broach Districts to the E and the E side of the peninsula of Kathiawar to the W; it is entered between Gopnath Point (21° 11'.98 N, 72° 07' E) and Suvali Point30milesESE. Topography 1 Malacca Banks lie in the fairway of the approachto the Gulf of Khambhat. 2 East Side: The stretch of coast is heavily indented with creeks and rivers, it is fringed onshore with thick groves of trees; offshore it is fronted by extensive drying sandbanks and areas of shoal water which extend up to about 9 miles in places.The shoreline, between Tena Creek (21° 13'.29 N, 72° 36'.81 E) and the entrance to Sena River, 9 miles N, is covered with thick groves of palmyra trees. At its N end, the coast from Luhara Point(21° 39'.57 N, 72° 32'.89 E) to Bin Creek, 5 miles N, consists of fairly high sandhills; then to to Gandhar Village, which has a number of prominent buildings, 11 miles farther NE, the coast is low, sandy and muddy. 3 West Side: The coast is low and fringed with sandhills from Gopnath Point to Mithivirdi, a small village 19 miles NNE; thereafter to Kuda Point, 9½ miles farther NNE, it is fairly high with some ravines near the coast. This coastline is generally straight except for the bay, into which the Shetrunji River flows, lying between Gopnath Point and Alang, 13 miles NNE; N of Alang, it is fringed by a reef which extends about 1 mile offshore in places and 1¾ miles in the vicinity of Kuda Point. 4 Head of Gulf: Mal Bank (21° 55'.0 N, 72° 22'.0 E) dominates much of the head of the Gulf of Khambhat which is surrounded by a channel; and by extensive drying coastal sandbanks which extend up to 5 miles off the mainland: The coastline is generally covered with mangrove jungle, which extends well inland. Depths 1 Southern part of the Gulf of Khambhat is deep but its Northern part is much encumbered by sandbanks which shift under the influence of tidal bores and freshets borne down by rivers. 2 Much shoaling is reported to have taken place in the entrance to the gulf and mariners should navigate with caution in this area. 3 Old surveys are the base for the chart of the area near and N of Mal Bank (21° 55' N, 72° 22' E), therefore full reliance cannot be placed on the depths shown on this chart. Traffic Ocean going vessels can proceed into the Gulf of Khambhat as far as Piram Island (21° 36' N, 72° 21' E). Caution Masters are advised that strong tidal currents are prevalent in the Gulf of Khambat and great caution must be exercised while anchoring. A continuous and proper anchor watch must be kept at anchorage with Main Engines at short notice. Use of second anchor under foot and picking it up before every change of tide must be considered. SOUTH PART OF GULF OF KHAMBHAT General information Route The route leads 17 miles NE from a positionSSE of Gopngth Point (21° 11'.98 N, 72° 06'.74 E) to the vicinity of position 21° 21' N, 72° 22' E, where it is joined by the route from SE, then it leads a farther 19 miles N to a position NE of Piram Island. Depths In the vicinity of the route, the depths should be checked regularly because they fluctuate considerably; attention is drawn to the variation in depths which may be experienced. Tidal streams 1 The prevailing strong tidal streams due to Bore tides also give rise to Eddies in the Gulf. Such eddies are charted, however mariners are to exercise caution against uncharted eddies which occur spontaneously at any portion of the Gulf due to undulation in sea bed – tidal stream interactions. The eddies are strong enough to cause temporary steering failure for medium sized crafts operating at low speeds (approx tonnage less than 500Tons) and set the vessel off track momentarily. Tide lock is one other feature which every mariner should be wary of while operating in the Gulf. Assistance from tug if using port services must be sought or use bold rudders and higher speeds to overcome such situations. 2 The tidal stream is 060-240 with maximum rate of 4-5 knot is experienced from Kotada bluff till Gopnath point. Principal marks 1. Landmark: Temple (21° 21'.35 N, 72° 02'.06 E), stands on the conical summit of Talaja Hill which rises from a level plain. Palitana Mountain (21° 29'.5 N, 71° 48'.0 E). Khokhra Hills (21° 36'.59 N, 72° 06'.06 E), the summit, 297 m high, standing near the N end of this range is conspicuous. 2 Offshore mark. Piram Island Light (white round masonry tower, black bands, 27 m in height) (21° 35'.95 N, 72° 21'.15 E) stands on the ruins of an old bastion near the middle of the island. 3 Major lights: Gopnath Point Light (21° 12'.25 N, 72° 06'.64 E). Piram Island Light-as above. Hazira Light (21° 05'.53 N, 72° 38'.56 E). Directions Route 1 The route leads 17 miles NE from a position SSE of Gopnath Point to the vicinity of position 21° 21'.0 N, 72° 22'.0 E, where it is joined by the route from SE, then it leads a farther 19 miles N to a position NE of Piram Island, passing (with positions from Alang Light (21° 24'.27 N, 72° 11'.09 E). 2 SE of Gopnath Shoals (10½ miles S), which consist of a drying reef with several shoal patches; they are steep-to on their E side. Then to: 3 SE of Sartanpar Shoals (6 miles S) consisting of drying rock, sand, clay and numerous shoal patches which extend W from their N end to the coastal reef. A light-buoy (red, can) is moored off the S end, and a stranded wreck which is partly visible above water lies at the N end, of these shoals. Then to: 4 NW of the N extremity of the Malacca Banks (13 miles ESE) to the vicinity of 21° 21' N, 72° 22' E, Then to E of Piram Island (15 miles NE), an island composed of sand and surrounded by a reef. At the S end of the island are some trees and cultivation and, there are a few mangrove trees fringing the NE side; a village lies close N of the lighthouse which stands near the centre of its SW edge. And: 5 To the vicinity of the pilot boarding place situated 5 miles NE of Piram Island. 6 There is another channel to enter gulf of Khambhat which lies SE of Gopnath point and is used by deeper draught vessels. The channel is called Narmada channel and is marked with buoys. 7 The area east of Malacca banks is used by light vessels upto 2 to 3.5 m draught for transit from south to north. The channel is recommended for passage keeping clear of shoal patches near Malacca banks. Useful marks West side of Gulf of Khambhat: 1 Alang Light (white 6-sided masonry tower, black bands, 24 m in height) (21° 24'.27 N, 72° 11'.09 E). Nishkalank Mahadev Temple (21° 36'.0 N, 72° 17'.5 E) lies near the edge of foul ground extending from the coast. 2 Kuda Point (21° 37'.78 N, 72° 18'.41 E) has a thick clump of trees on it, which is prominent from N or S and a white bungalow which shows up well from E during the forenoon. A wreck whose hull uncovers during low tide is located at the southern edge of Piram island in position 21° 34'.48 N, 72° 21'.97 E 3 Shoaler depths. Depths of 2.6 m have been observed in position 21° 29'.91 N, 72° 20'.57 E spread across a radius of 5 cable around theshoalest depth. Vessels calling on Dahej, Bhavnagar and Alang are to avoid this passage/anchorage in the area. Another Shoal depth of 6.5 m lies in position 21°26.12'N 072°29.38'E with extent of 3 cables around the position. Mariners are advised to exercise caution. 4 East side of Gulf of Khambhat. Towers of Silence (21° 13'.52 N, 72° 41'.13 E), two towers which stand on the N bank of Tena Creek. 5 Luhara Point Light (white metal tower, red spiral, 24 m in height) (21° 39'.57 N, 72° 32'.89 E), stands on Luhara Point at the N entrance point of the Narmada River; it is backed by sandhills up to 24 rn high and surrounded by low-lying terrain. A stranded wreck ties about 1 mile W of the light. 6 Luhara GCPTCL Port control tower light 21° 41'.50 N, 72° 30'.2 E standing about 100 m from jetty head. Anchorages, Creeks, Rivers, and Side Channels Tena Creek Tena Creek (21° 13'.29 N, 72° 37'.81 E), which leads the Tapi River from a position N of Suvali Bank, is shallow and is only suitable for local boats. Bhagva Channel 1 Bhagva Channel (21° 17'.59 N, 72° 32'.95 E) is situated between Outer Bhagva Sand, a patch of sand orientated NNE/SSW which dries in places, lying about 6 miles offshore, and the coastal bank fringing the shore to the E; there is a shallow flat at the S end of the channel. Only small vessels uses the channel. 2 An unnamed channel situated W of Bhagva Channel and lying between Outer Bhagva Sand and Gulwala Bank, 3 miles W, is not normally used. This channel is intricate because of numerous shoals, sandbanks and strong tidal streams; local knowledge is essential. Kim River Kim River (21° 26'.8 N, 72° 41'.18 E) dries at its entrance, it is suitable only for local boats. Narmada River 1 General information:Narmada River enters the gulfbetween the N entrance point of Kim River (21° 26'.8 N, 72° 41'.18 E) and Luhara Point, 14 miles NNW; the river is tidal to Ratnapur, 55 miles from its entrance, but it can only be navigated by vessels drawing more than 1.8 m about 3 hours either side of high water. The river's wide estuary, much of which dries, is encumbered with the following features. 2 Alia Bet, an island at Narmada River mouth, has undergone changes in its dimensions. It is observed that the island has shifted Eastwards by 1000 m. it is covered by small scrub. 3 Kerselea Bank, on the N side of the estuary, is a large bank of mud and sand which dries. 4 Bar Sands, which dry, lie close off the S end of the drying coastal bank which extends SSW and W from Luhara Point; the sands are marked on their W side by a buoy (red, conical). Constant erosive action by Narmada River south of Ambheta, has resulted in banks to shift constantly. Ingress of Narmada River into the land of Ambheta(as depicted in the existing navigation chart) does not exist. Reclaimed land bordered by mangrove vegetation is prominent feature of the coastline. Bharuch Roads 1 Position:Bharuch Roads (21° 35'.0 N, 72° 30'.0 E) lie W of the entrance to Narmada River. 2 Tidal stream:The in-going stream at the anchorage sets N until about 1 hour after the time of local high water, the out-going stream sets S. 3 Anchorage:Vessels may obtained anchoragein the roads, with Luhara Point Lighthouse (21° 39'.57 N, 72° 32'.89 E) bearing 028° distant 5 miles, in a depth of about 16 m, mud; as shown on the chart. Bharuch Channel 1 General information:Bharuch Channel, (21° 38'.0 N, 72° 32'.46 E) forms the principal entrance to the Narmada River, it leads W and N of Kerselea Bank; a vessel may pass either N or S of Bar Sands, the N passage had a least charted depth of 1.8 m near its entrance. Within the bar the channel is fairly deep as far E as Ambheta, a village 3¼ miles NE of Luhara Point; above this point the channel is shallow and intricate. 2 Tidal levels: For Ambheta there is a mean spring range about 6.8 m and a mean neap range about 3.8 m. See information in Tide Tables. 3 Tidal streams:The in-going stream flows for 1 hour after the time of high water, sometimes attaining a rate of about 6 kts; the out-going stream sets strongly and occasionally runs for 1 hour after the time of low water. 4 Near Bharuch, 30 miles from the entrance, the in-going stream runs for 3 hours only and the out-going for 9 hours. 5 Heavy overfallsoccur at the outer edge of the bar on the in-going stream. 6 Pilotage:Pilots for the river can generally be obtained at the bar. 6 Storm signals are displayed by using the brief system. See 1.36. GMB Port of Dahej General information 1 GMB Port ofDahej is a deep water, multi-cargo port which is located in the Gulf of Khambhat. It has six captive jetties operated by various agencies. 2 A special railway line, BDRCL connects Dahej port with the national rail network.Dahej is connected to Bharuch (distance 45Km) and Vadodara (108 Km) by four lane road. The nearest airport is Vadodara, which is connected with Mumbai and Delhi. 3 Storm signals are displayed by using the brief system. See 1.36. 4 Tidal stream.In the anchorage the tidal stream has a rate of 5 kts during spring tides. 5 Directions.A daylight approach and anchoring at slack water is recommended. The various terminals operated by different agencies are explained below 6 Port Authority.Port Officer, Gujarat Maritime Board, Dahej, B/S Hotel Plaza, Near Taluka Panchyat, Station Road. Bharuch – 392001, Gujarat. Tel- +91 2642 241772.Telefax - +91 2641 243140 Designated Anchorage Area: Lat 21 43.30 N, Long 072 25.00 E Lat 21 43.30 N, Long 072 28 50 E Lat 21 35 00 N, Long 072 28 50 E Lat 21 35 00 N, Long 072 25.00 E 7 Prohibited Anchorage Area. Ships should not anchor in the area East of the line joining coordinates Lat 21 35.00 N, Long 072 28.50 E Lat 21 43.30 N, Long 072 28.50 E Position The Gulf of Khambhat (21° 21'.0 N, 72° 22'.0 E) lies between the coast of Surat and Broach Districts to the E and the E side of the peninsula of Kathiawar to the W; it is entered between Gopnath Point (21° 11'.98 N, 72° 07' E) and Suvali Point30milesESE. Topography 1 Malacca Banks lie in the fairway of the approachto the Gulf of Khambhat. 2 East Side: The stretch of coast is heavily indented with creeks and rivers, it is fringed onshore with thick groves of trees; offshore it is fronted by extensive drying sandbanks and areas of shoal water which extend up to about 9 miles in places.The shoreline, between Tena Creek (21° 13'.29 N, 72° 36'.81 E) and the entrance to Sena River, 9 miles N, is covered with thick groves of palmyra trees. At its N end, the coast from Luhara Point(21° 39'.57 N, 72° 32'.89 E) to Bin Creek, 5 miles N, consists of fairly high sandhills; then to to Gandhar Village, which has a number of prominent buildings, 11 miles farther NE, the coast is low, sandy and muddy. 3 West Side:The coast is low and fringed with sandhills from Gopnath Point to Mithivirdi, a small village 19 miles NNE; thereafter to Kuda Point, 9½ miles farther NNE, it is fairly high with some ravines near the coast. This coastline is generally straight except for the bay, into which the Shetrunji River flows, lying between Gopnath Point and Alang, 13 miles NNE; N of Alang, it is fringed by a reef which extends about 1 mile offshore in places and 1¾ miles in the vicinity of Kuda Point. 4 Head of Gulf: Mal Bank (21° 55'.0 N, 72° 22'.0 E) dominates much of the head of the Gulf of Khambhat which is surrounded by a channel; and by extensive drying coastal sandbanks which extend up to 5 miles off the mainland. The coastline is generally covered with mangrove jungle, which extends well inland. Depths 1 Southern part of the Gulf of Khambhat is deep but its Northern part is much encumbered by sandbanks which shift under the influence of tidal bores and freshets borne down by rivers. 2 Much shoaling is reported to have taken place in the entrance to the gulf and mariners should navigate with caution in this area. 3 Old surveys are the base for the chart of the area near and N of Mal Bank (21° 55' N, 72° 22' E), therefore full reliance cannot be placed on the depths shown on this chart. Traffic Ocean going vessels can proceed into the Gulf of Khambhat as far as Piram Island (21° 36' N, 72° 21' E). Caution Masters are advised that strong tidal currents are prevalent in the Gulf of Khambat and great caution must be exercised while anchoring. A continuous and proper anchor watch must be kept at anchorage with Main Engines at short notice. Use of second anchor under foot and picking it up before every change of tide must be considered. TARAPUR POINT General information Route The route leads 92 miles N from a position W of Tarapur Point (19°50'.75N, 72°39'.46E) to a position NW of Suvali Bank. Topography 1 Southern part of this stretch of coast is generally low, sandy and fringed with bushes, it is indented by shallow bays and creeks; inland, there are several prominent peaks. 2 The coast, North of Nani Daman (20°24'.86N, 72°50'.22E) is watered by springs and thickly covered by vegetation or date palms in several places. The tide runs up through the river mouths or creeks and behind small hillocks of drifted sand where it floods extensive salt marshes. 3 There is an alluvial belt, towards the N end of this coastline, through which the Tapi (Tapti) River forms a deep and fertile delta. 4 On this stretch of coastline; the rivers, shallow bays and creeks are mostly fronted by an extensive coastal bank making them accessible only at high water and with local knowledge. 5 The coastal bank fringes the shore between Suvali Point (21°05'.0 N, 72°38'.0 E) and the entrance to Tena Creek, 8 miles NNW; W of Suvali Point it dries and extends about 1 mile offshore. Suvali Hills, a group of sandhills, stand on the coast about 5 miles N of Suvali Point. Off-lying shoals 1 Malacca Banks consist of four long narrow banks, lying between the parallels 20°20'.0 N and 21°20'.0 N, which obstruct the entrance to the Gulf of Khambhat their names, from E to W, are Eastern Bank, Breaker Bank, Narmada Bank and Western Bank; the positions and extent of these banks are shown on the chart. 2 Eastern Bank has very deep water close to shoal patches, some of which dry, and over which the sea breaks in its N part. 3 Breaker Bank has extensive shoal patches, lying in a N/S direction on its N part, over which the sea breaks; the sandbank near its centre (20°45'.0 N, 72°24'.0 E) is visible at a good distance with the sun on it. A dangerous wreck lies, in the vicinity of 20°24'.58N, 72°05'.97E, near the S end of this bank. 4 Narmada Bank has an extensive patch of drying sand near its center and a small patch near its N end. 5 Western Bank dries in places. A stranded wreck lies at its N end in approximate position 21°06'.6N, 72°09'.15E. Development area 1 An oil and gas development area has been established, with several works in progress, in the approaches to the Gulf of Khambhat (S of Western Bank) in an area bounded by: 20°20'.0 N 71°53'.00 E 20°20'.0 N 71°48'.95 E 20°50'.0 N 71°48'.95 E 20°50'.0 N 72°08'.00 E 20°35'.0 N 72°08'.00 E 2 Anchorage and trawling are prohibited within this area due to the presence of oil and gas pipe lines and submarine power cable. Depths To seaward of the 10 m depth contours lying off the Konkan coast and Eastern Bank, S of latitude 21°00'.0 N,there are a number of dangerous wrecks, the positions of these dangers are shown on the chart. Principal marks 1 Landmarks. The following marks are positioned from the watch tower that is described below: Watch tower (21°08'.865N, 72°44'.16E). Building, water tower and chimneys (5½ miles WSW). Chimney (19°58'.01 N, 72°42'.98 E), red obstruction lights are exhibited (275 m in height). Chimney (2 miles WNW). Towers (3 miles WNW). Towers (2¼ miles NW). Flare situated (5 cables NNE). 2 Major lights. Tarapur Point Light (19°50'.74N, 72°39'.46E). Umargam Light (white concrete tower, red bands, 30 m in height) (20°11'.8N, 72°44'.94E) stands close SSW of a ruined tower situated on the S side of the entrance to Varoli River. Storm signals are displayed in the vicinity of the light, the brief system is used. See 1.36. Valsad Khadi Light (white tower, red bands, 45m in height) (20°37´.78N, 72°53´.22E). Machhiwada Light (white round concrete tower, black bands, 30 m in height) (20°48'.76N, 72°49'.70E) stands 6 cables NW of the N entrance point of Kanai Creek. Wasi Borsi Light (white square concretetower, red bands, 34 m in height) (20°56'.13N,72°45'.64E)stands 1 mile NNW of the N entrance point of Purna River. Hazira Light (white round masonry tower, 25 m in height) (21°05'.53N, 72°38'.56E) stands 6 cables NE of Suvli Point. Vaux's Tomb, which of a former Deputy Governor of Mumbai accidentally drowned in Tapi River, stands close SE of the lighthouse. Directions Cautions 1 Extensive reefs and foul ground extend up to 4 miles offshore between Vadhavan Point (19°56'.0 N, 72°39'.85 E) and a position close S of Nani Daman, 30 miles NNE; vessels should not approach this coast in depths of less than 20 m. 2 Malacca Banks Channels. It is not advisable to use these channels which, although deep, are generally narrow and intricate towards their N ends; also, the channels are unmarked and too distant for fixing from objects on the coast at their S ends. 3 Malacca Banks are steep-to in places and, as soundings may not give sufficient warning, should not be approached on a falling tide. The N limit of the banks has not been closely examined.Local knowledge is must to use the Sutherland channel. Coastal route 1 The route leads 75 miles N from a position well W of the reef surrounding Tarapur Point (19°50'.75 N,72°39'.46 E), and clear of a dangerous wrecklying 7½ miles W, to a position W of Suvali Point, passing (with positions from Udwada (20°29'.0 N, 72°52'.5 E): 2 W of Vadhavan Point (35 miles SSW), a low point covered with mangrove bushes, which is surrounded by foul ground extending nearly 3 miles from it. Then to: 3 W of Gulur Point (27 miles SSW), a low point covered with coconut palms. Then to clear of an ODAS light-buoy (special) (31 miles SW) moored in position 20°07'.0 N, 72°30'.0 E, a 500 m berth is requested. Then to: 4 E of Eastern Bank (26 miles WNW), which is steep-to and soundings give very little warning of approach to the danger. And depending on draught clear of the narrow bank orientated NNE/SSW (16 miles WNW), and: 5 W of the shoal water and rocky patches in the shallow bight extending about 33 miles NNW of Udwada, then toW of a dangerous wreck (35 miles NNW) with another dangerous wreck lying 2 miles NE of it, andto Sutherland Channel. Sutherland Channel 1 Sutherland Channel leads E of Eastern Bank 5 miles N from a position W of Suvali Point (21°05'.0 N, 72°38'.0E), to a position SW of Suvali Bank passing W of Hazira Offshore terminal. Suvali Bank (21°12'.0 N, 72°36'.0 E) which dries, is sandy at its edge with mud near the high water mark, it is just detached from the coastal bank E. 2 In the vicinity of position 21°21'.0 N, 72°22'.0 E, the route then leads NW towards the center of the Gulf of Khambhat, passing NE to the N end of Eastern Bank where it dries and keeping well clear to the SW of Gulwala Bank (21°18'.0N, 72°29'.0E), which dries near its center, and NE of the N end of Malacca Banks (21°18'.0N, 72°23'.0E). Local knowledge is essential, for the vessels, to use this route. Useful marks 1 Mahalakshmi (19°55'.87N, 72°55'.01E) a mountain, with a pointed summit, which slopes gradually N and S from its center. 2 High Land of Saint John (Sunjan) (20°03'.89N, 72°49'.68E), a round-shaped mountain. 3 Maroli Light (white metal framework tower, 11 m in height) (20°17'.89N, 72°46'.64E) is exhibitedfrom 16th September to 15th June. Storm signals are displayed at Maroli, the brief system is used. See 1.48. 4 Patia Hill (20°15'.57N, 72°47'.41E) with Maroli, Lakdia and Samarvel Hills standing, respectively, 2¼ miles NNE, 2½ miles NE and 2 miles E. 5 Jogmari Hill (20°19'.5N, 72°50'.98E) has a wooded summit. 6 Indragadh Hill (20°21'.77N, 72°50'.86 E) is surmounted by a ruined fort. 7 Damanganga River Light (white masonry tower, 9 m in height) (20°24'.58N, 72°49'.84E), stands on the bastion of a fort, situated on the S side of the river entrance. 8 Parnera Hill (20°33'.05N, 72°56'.87E) has a ruined fort standing close NW of its summit. 9 Kanai creek which lies about 2 miles N of entrance of Ambika river has the Kanai creek light house near the creek mouth (20°48'.7 N, 72°49'.7 E). 10 Valsad Khadi Light (white tower, red bands, 45m in height) (20°37´.78N, 72°53´.22E). 11 Monument (20°53'.38 N, 72°47'.97 E), reported to be a white domed tomb standing among dark green trees and especially prominent from SW. 12 Beacon (15 m in height) (21°03'.0N, 72°43'.7E) stands near the S entrance point of Mindhola River; a gas pipeline from the offshore oilfields in the approaches to Mumbai is landed on the W shore of Danti, 1 mile SSW of the beacon. Storm signals are displayed at Dantiware, the brief system is used. See 1.36 13 Beacon (21°04'.99 N, 72°42'.59E) stands near the N entrance point of Mindhola River 1 mile WNW of the town of Bhimpur. Surat Roads Including Hazira Offshore Terminal and Tapi River Surat Roads 1 Position. Surat Roads (21°01'N, 72°38'E), situatedabout 2.5 miles S of Suvali Point, is the anchorage for Tapi River. 2 Weather.In these roads unsettled weather withS winds, which precede the SW monsoon, occur earlier than at Mumbai. After mid-April and in early May strong S winds are common, raising a considerable sea during spring tides; the approach of a gale during this period may be heralded by dark cloudy weather, with a gloomy and black atmosphere visible to the SE which, is accompanied by lightning and. weak variable breezes mostly from SE. 3 Climate. For details in the vicinity of the Tapi River, see climatic table 1.175. 4 Tidal streams. The in-going stream sets N, continuing for 1 hour after the time of local high water. Spring tidal streams are strong at the outer anchorage, especially the out-going stream, which sets S at a rate of from 4 to 5 kts.Nearer the bar the streams are weaker. The tide often falls 2 m before the tidal stream turns S. Anchorage 1 Extensive reefs and foul ground extend up to 4 miles offshore between Vadhavan Point (19°56'.0 N, 72°39'.85 E) and a position close S of Nani Daman, 30 miles NNE; vessels should not approach this coast in depths of less than 20 m. 2 Malacca Banks Channels. It is inadvisable to use these channels which, although deep, are generally narrow and intricate towards their N ends; also, the channels are unmarked and too distant for fixing from objects on the coast at their S ends. 3 Malacca Banks are steep-to in places and, as soundings may not give sufficient warning, should not be approached on a falling tide. The N limit of the banks has not been closely examined. 4 Vessels can obtain anchorage one mile S of Surat Roadsin depth of 12 m. Vessels anchoring need to veer additional cable because of the strong tidal streams, particularly on the out-going stream. Lighterage areas 1 An area close S of Surat Roads is reported to be designated an LPG and chemical lighterage area, as shown on the chart, another area close W of the roads, also shown on the chart is general lighterage area. 2 While using the areas vessels should be guided by the information given above regarding weather and tidal streams. Vessels not involved in cargo transshipment operations are advised to keep well clear. Hazira offshore terminal 1 General information.Hazira Offshore Terminal (21°09'.0 N, 72°34'.37 E) consists of an SPM (named Reliance) which is located in the N part of Sutherland Channel, as shown on the chart. 2 The berth is suitable to accommodate vessels of between 15 000 and 50 000 dwt, in a depth of about 25 m, with a maximum arrival draught of 13 m. 3 Anchoring and fishing is prohibited within 1 mile of the SPM and within 2½ cables of the pipeline that leads, from the SPM, to the shore.A fog signal is sounded from the mooring. 4 Tidal streams in the vicinity of the SPM are reported to set in a N/S direction with a spring rate of about 5 to 6 kts; the tidal range is reported to be approximately 7 m. 5 Approach and berthing.The approach to the SPM is from S through Sutherland Channel. The pilot normally boards 3 miles of SPM. Berthing at the SPM is only carried out during the daylight periods of slack high or low water; a tug is available to assist. 6 Anchorage. Near the S end of Sutherland Channel, tankers waiting to berth at the SPM anchor, as directed by the pilot, in an area shown on the chart. Tapi River 1 Position. Tapi (Tapti) River (21°03'.0N, 72°40'.0E) is entered between Suvali Point (21°10'.3 N, 72°38'.39 E) and the N entrance point of Mindhola River, 4 miles E. 2 General information. Tapi River is about 450 miles long and from its mouth it is tidal for a distance of 15 miles. Small local craft ascend to Surat(21°11'.73N, 72°49'.72E) and boats can reach Amroli, 11 miles farther upstream. 3 Controlling depths. Tapi River bar dries; itsentrance and the river are encumbered with numerous Sandbanks, some of which dry. A vessel of about 1.8 m draught may navigate in the river at more than half tide. 4 Tidal levels. Mean spring range about 3.7 m; mean neap range about 2.0 m. See information in Tide Tables. 5 Storm signals are displayed at Magdalla by using the brief system. See 1.36. 6 Directions. Assistance of local pilots is necessary while navigating through this channel as they can only point out the navigable channel because the sandbanks and channels are continually shifting. A light-buoy (safe water) is moored SW of the channel in the vicinity of its entrance. 7 Facilities.Tug and barges. Purna River Purna river(20°56' N, 72°47' E), one of the chief tributaries of Tapti River is primarily used by large fishing boats. The river meanders at its mouth and thus provides shelter for fishing boats from the swell of the Arabian Sea. A new fishing harbour with a wharf of 200 m is under construction at the NW end of Purna river mouth. Tapi River ports 1 Hazira (Surat) Port (21°06' N, 72°37' E) is situated on the W side of Hazira Peninsula. The harbour contains a LNG terminal with 02 storage tanks and a non LNG facility comprising of:- (a) A Multi-Purpose Terminal wherein 3 berths to handle bulk cargo and (b) A Container Terminal with 2 berths which can handle Post Panamax container vessels. 2 Approach Channel.The entrance channel connects the port with the deep water of the Sutherland Channel. The straight approach channel has a clear width of 700m at the seaside tapering off to a width of 470m between the breakwatersto allow unobstructed easy entrance/departure of ships. The orientation of the approach channel is 070°-250°. After traversing the main entrance channel, the vessel reaches the turning circle inside the breakwaters. The LNG jetty is situated on the NE side of the turning circle. The Non-LNG terminal access channel is situated south of the turning circle. Contact port authority view on going dredging inside the port prior entry. 3 Access Channel to Non LNG / Multicargo facility.Channel leading into Multipurpose Port is being widened and deepened. The present width of the channel is 400 mand is marked by buoys. Contact port authority view on going dredging inside the port prior entry. 4 Maximum Size of Vessel Handled.LNG Carriers of 147000 metric tons; LOA 317m; beam 50m. The port can accept vessels of up to the latest Q-Flex design. The maximum cargo capacity of these vessels is close to 217000 cubic meters. 5 Pilotage.Pilotage is compulsory and Hazira (Surat) Port pilot will board for LNG and Non LNG Carriers in position 20°54'.0N, 72°35'.0E and 21°02'N, 72°34'E respectively. For other vessels in position 21°00'.0N, 72°35'.6E 6 Port Control.Hazira Port Control VHF Channels are 16 & 69. Magdalla Port Control VHF Channels are 16 & 09. 7 Tugs. Five in nos. ASD tugs are available. 2 no tugs are 70T bollard pull and 3 no are 54 T bollard pull.The tugs use their own towing ropes. Good messenger lines are required for taking the tug’s line. 8 Traffic Regulation. Anchoring is prohibited within the port limits. The one mile wide corridor between the general lighterage area and the Malacca Banks will be used for the safe passage of the LNG carrier to the Hazira Port as well as for tankers proceeding to and from the Reliance SPM. Only one vessel at a time is allowed to be underway in the approach corridor. Magdalla Port Control should be informed by Shell LNG Tankers and Reliance’s Tankers and latest traffic position should obtain before proceeding to north of general lighterage anchorage. The LNG carriers/tankers are to inform the Magdalla Port Control of its expected arrival time at the corridor and request passage approval. All vessels following LNG tankers shall deep behind, such LNG tankers at a safe distance of not less than one nm. Similarly, LNG tankers following another vessels ahead of her shall keep a safe distance of at least one nm, behind such vessel. Harbour 1 The harbouris protected by two breakwater,N and S, from the heads of which lateral lights are exhibited. Swinging Circle of 1½ cables radius situated within breakwater heads.An access channel leads to the non LNG facility. The Non LNG berth are designed in from a basin consisting of 2 sets of berth (2 container berth & 3 multipurpose berth) spaced by about 400 m. 2 Tidal Streams.Attains a rate in excess of 4.8 kts at springs. 3 Directions for Port Approaches.The LNG carrier approaches the Hazira (Surat) Port through the Magdalla port waters. Ships bound for Hazira will have to report to Magdalla Port Control 2 miles S of the Magdalla Port Limits. The Hazira (Surat) Port pilot will board the ship just outside the Magdalla Port waters as precautionary measure. The whole route from Pilot Station to Hazira Port dredged approach channel is 11mile long. Strong tidal currents are present in the channel in N and S directions. There are no cross-currents. The Malacca Banks act as a natural breakwater for waves and swells during low water but at high water waves and swell pass unrestricted over these banks. During strong SW monsoon conditions and at high water the waves in the Hazira approach can be as high as 2mts coming from a 250°direction. 4 Arrival Information.Vessels should send ETA 72, 48, and 24 hours in advance to Hazira Port Control and the LNG Terminal. Messages should also be copied to the ship’s agent. Should there be any changes to the foregoing which might have an impact on ETA’s, the vessels performance or cargo equipment then both Hazira Port Control and LNG Terminal are to be advised immediately. 5 Vessels bound for the Multi Cargo Facility should send ETA 72, 48 and 24 hours in advance to Adani Hazira Port Marine Control (AHPPL) with a copy to the agents. Lights 1 Leading Lights.The alignment (069°) of lights, lead through the entrance channel, 6½ cables long and 2 cables wide, towards the harbour entrance. The entrance channel is marked at its seaward end by one pair of buoys (lateral). 2 Major Lights. Hazira Light North Breakwater Light (21°05'.45N, 72°36'.84 E) South Breakwater Light (21°05'.09N, 72°37'.03 E) 3 Anchorage. The recommended anchorage is in a location approximately 11 miles SW of the harbor, outside the Magdalla Port Limits. Tanker Anchorage area lies 2 miles W of the harbour in following limits:- (a) 21°06'.04 N, 72°35'.04 E (b) 21°06'.04 N, 72°33'.45 E (c) 21°05'.04 N, 72°33'.45 E (d) 21°05'.04 N, 72°35'.04 E Anchorage within Magdalla Port limits will only occur in case of an emergency and with permission of Magdalla Port Control. LNG Jetty The LNG berth at the jetty consists of; four breasting and five mooring dolphins, an unloading platform and a trestle. The unloading platform provides support for the main and auxiliary equipment. Two fire monitors are installed at the corner of the Platform. This fire monitor is able to cover the complete loading arm area of the platform. The LNG jetty is equipped with a mooring load monitoring system, a berthing aid system and an environmental monitoring system. The LNG jetty is oriented 225 degrees to minimize the anticipated downtime as a result of the combination of wind, waves and swell. Non LNG Port facility 1 Multi-Purpose Terminal. The Jetty is a 962 m long jetty with bollard and fenders at 19.5 m distance. All types of bulk cargo can be handled. Berth 2 is designed for Merchandized handling of coal. 2 The jetty is equipped with Liebberr Cranes: 4 X 75T Container Quay Cranes: The container jetty is a 637 m long jetty with bollard and fenders at 19.5 m distance. 3 The jetty is equipped with 4 X 75T Post Panamax Cranes (SWL: 65T under spreader/Outreach: 51 m) Back up yard is equipped with Rubber Tyre Gantries. 1 Activity.Hazira (Surat) Port receives liquefied natural gas and is stored in two LNG tanks of capacity of 160000 cubic meters each. The cargo throughput capacity of the LNG berth is 11000 m3/hr. 2 The non LNG facility imports/exports bulk, break bulk, project cargo and containers. The port is designed with a backup yard for containers and open plots for bulk cargo and a godown. 3 Weather.The climate at Hazira is tropical and may be characterised as follows:- Period Season Characteristics Mid Jun-Sept SW monsoon Winds mod-strong SW, occasional cyclones Oct-Nov Interim period Winds lighter, occasional cyclones Dec-Feb NE monsoon Winds light NE, effectively no cyclones 4 Harbour Facilities. Emergency response plan (a) Portemergencyresponse plan (b) Oil spill response plan (c) LNG Terminal emergency response plan Quarantine At Hazira, the customs-boarding officer usually gives quarantine (Free Pratique). But if the vessel is coming from Yellow Fever area, Port Health Officer from Kandla will board the vessel. Immigration and customs Custom Authorities clears the vessel on behalf of Immigration. Ship stores Limited Facilities are available at the LNG berth for taking stores Fire fighting Shore firefightingequipment’s available. Garbage reception The Port offers garbage reception facilities to vessels utilizing Port facilities. Pollution Port is equipped with Oil spill response equipments with capability of dealing tier 1 level oil pollution. 5 Shore Leave.Shore leave is permitted at the Hazira LNG terminal subject to compliance with the provisions of the Port Facility Security Plan and confirmation from Government Authorities through Agents. 6 Transportation.Nearest Highway - NH 6 (300m), Nearest Railhead - Surat (30km), Nearest Airport - Surat (30km) 7 Port Authority and LNG Port Operator. Hazira Port Private Ltd,101 – 103, Abhijeet – II Mithakali Circle,Ahmedabad – 380 006, Gujarat Tel: +91 (079) 30011100, Fax: +91(079) 26470101/30011101 Email:hlpl-haz-portcontrol@shell.com www.haziralngandport.com 8 Non LNG Port Operator Adani Hazira Port Private Ltd (AHPPL) AHPPLMarine Control: Tel: +91 261 2207755, +919909957115 Email: ahppl.marine control@adani.com VTMS Khambhat:Located at Hazira(21°08’.35N,72° 44’.09E), operates 24 hours under the direct control of Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB). It provides services to all the vessels sailing in the Gulf of Khambhat. For further details, see Indian List of Radio Signal Volume-6. Valsad Bay 1 Position:Valsad Bay (20°38'.45 N, 72°53'.05 E) lies inland of a straight stretch of coast and is entered 6½ miles N of Umarsadi Creek. Valsadtownissituatedabout 3 miles ESE of ValsadBayLight(20°37'.88N, 72°53'.18 E). 2 Controlling depths:There is an extensive flat of mud and sand; fronted the Valsad Bay, which dries, extending about 7½ cables seaward; vessels can only cross this flat at high water. 3 Off-lying dangers:Extensive shallow rocky patches lie 4½ miles SW and 3½ miles W of Valsad Bay Light. 4 Auranga River flows into the S part of Valsad Bay; its entrance nearly dries but within the river there are depths of 2.1 to 2.7 m. 5 Tidal levels Mean spring range about 5.1m; mean neap range about 2.3 m. See information in Tide Tables. 6 Tidal stream:The in-going stream in the roadstead, abreast the entrance to Valsad Bay, sets for 1 hour after the time of high water in the estuary. 7 Anchorage:Medium draught vessels may obtain anchorage about 8½ miles W of the entrance to Valsad Bay in depths of about 8 m, clear of the submarine gas pipeline. Magdalla Port General Information: 1 Position:Magdalla port (21°08'.0 N, 72°44'.0 E)is located on the E side of Gulf of Khambhat, on the southern bank of river Tapi, about 9 miles upstream. The port is well connected with Udhan city GIDC and Pandesara Industrial Estates which are about 7.5 miles (12 km) away. The port is also well connected with Surat by state highway No. 66 via rail and roadways. 2 Arrival/departure Information: Vessels are to send ETA, 7,5,3,2 & 1day prior to arrival. All vessels are to give their ETA/ETD and position at the time of arrival / departure. 3 Vessel Traffic Management System: To control / manage the vessel traffic movement in the navigational channel and deep-water anchorage GMB has introduced VTMS services. VTMS maintains VHF channel 16 and 09 round the clock. Vessels are to report twice to VTMS at the time of entering the port, once at the time of crossing the Fairway buoy No. 1 and once at the time of berthing. The same procedure is to be followed at the time of departure. 4 Port operations:The terminal operates 24hrs a day and always manned by a Master Mariner (Port Captain). 5 Port authority:The port is under the authority of Gujarat Maritime Board, Magdalla Group of Ports, Makaipul, Nanpura, Surat, 395 001. 6 Approach:Approach to the port is through a catamaran-buoyed channel maintainedbytheGMB andcanbeaccessedonlyduringhighwater. 7 Important River Notice:All vessels plying within the port limits of Magdalla Port are to inform the Port Officer, Operations manager / VTMS who in turn will inform the Port Officer regarding: (a) Shifting or dragging of buoys or damage to navaids / buoys. (b) Non-functional of buoy lights. (c) Observance of wrecks in the river. (d) Accidents in the river. (e) Other details pertaining to safe navigation. 8 Outer anchorage:The deep-water anchorage is about 10 nautical miles SW from the Magdalla Port as marked on Charts No. 209 and 2101. An anchorage area for general lighterage is bounded by following points: 20°59'.0N 072°34'.5E 20°59'.0N 072°36'.5E 21°02'.0N 072°34'.5E 21°02'.0N 072°36'.5E 9 Pilotage:Pilotage is not compulsory however Pilot boarding positions at Magdalla Port is as follows:- Sl No Pilot boarding Position Remarks 01 20°53'.82 N, 72°35'.0E Hazira LNG Terminal 02 21°00'.05N, 72°35'.5E Vessels bound inside Tapi river Berths 1 There are four jetties at Magdalla port under GMB. Jetty No. I is 210.8m long and 21m wide and is mainly used for handling rock phosphate and coal. Jetty No. II is 143.5m long and 11m wide. This jetty is mainly used by M/s Narmada Cement co. Ltd, for handling of cement. Facilities like bulk cement unloader and conveyor belt are available for unloading cargo. A 36m long and 5.5m wide jetty at Dumas and a 38.7m long and 13.4m wide jetty at Surat are also available. 2 There are four main captive jetties (operated by different operators). These are: (a) M/s Essar steel Ltd., (b) M/s Reliance India Ltd. (c) M/s Larsen & Tubro owns 02 jetties, one jetty (main) is of 72m long and 16m wide, the other (Ro-Ro jetty) is 90m long and 10m wide. (d) M/s G.A.C.L. owns a jetty of length 44m and 6m wide. 3 Tugs. Tugs are not readily available at Magdalla, they have to be hired from Essaror Reliance terminal. 4 Weather:Sea State depends on the period of the year and may be characterized as follows:- Period Season Characteristics Mid Jun-Sept SW monsoon Winds mod-strong SW, occasional cyclones Oct-Nov Interim period Winds lighter, occasional cyclones Dec-Feb Hot season Winds light NE, effectively no cyclones March-Mid June NE monsoon Winds mod-strong SW, May/June frequent mostly distant cyclones Winds 20-25 Knots maximum Swell 2m max at anchorage during SW monsoon 0.5m max in Channel and Berth VTS updates the latest weather on Channel 09. 5 Port services.Private shipyards are available for repairs of small crafts, barges, mini bulk carriers, etc. There is one GB Tug (twin screw) with a capacity of 470 Bhp and one Work Barge (dumb) is available with the port. No immigration facilities are available locally. 6 Communication. Port Radio: VTS Khambhat: Ch 09, 16 (24 hrs.) 7 Transportation. Nearest Railhead&Airport: Surat (30 KM) 8 Port Authority. The Port Officer Gujrat Maritime Board, Magdalla Group of Ports, Makaipul, Nanpura,Surat – 395 001 Tel: + 91 261 2470533/2463781,Fax: + 91 261 2475645 Email: pomagdalla@gmail.com Essar Bulk Terminal Ltd. (EBTL), Hazira 1 General Information:Essar Bulk Terminal Ltd. (EBTL), Hazirais situated in the Tapi River Estuary. The Terminal is 128 miles North of Mumbai and 16 miles from Surat city. Terminal is under Magdalla group of ports of Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB). The terminal provides facilities for bulk and break bulk cargo with its storage and distribution facilities. 2 Position:Essar Bulk Terminal Ltd. (EBTL), Hazira is located in position 21°05'.74N, 072° 39'.46E. 3 Approach: The terminal is approached from the vicinity of Fairway Light Buoy (21°01´.12N, 72°39´.25E), through a dredged channel, named as “Essar Channel”, leading N for about 4 miles, marked by light buoys and beacons (lateral). The turning circle, Diameter 550m, off the northern part of the Deep Water Berth is marked by light buoys (special). 4 Port Limits:The terminal is located within Magdalla Port Limits 5 Port operations:The terminal operates day and night. Limiting Conditions 1 The terminal has 1650 m Deep Water Berth to handle 2 bulk vessel and 3 general cargo vessels. 2 Deep Water Berth is capable of handling vessels of maximum LOA-300 m, beam-50 m, and draught-14 m. Deep Water Berth has six births, Berth 1,5 and 6 of length 250 m and Berth 2,3&4 of length 300 m. Towards north of the Deep Water Berths, The terminal is also operating barge Jetties of Essar Steel operated by EBTL. Pilotage 1 Pilot boards at position 21°00'.0N, 72°38.0'E. 2 Tugs: Three tugs are available for berthing and unberthing of any vessels. Ships to provide towing rope & lines for tugs. Two tugs are equipped with fire-fighting devices. 3 Cranes: The terminal is equipped with 4 Gantry ship unloaders connected through the conveyor belts to discharge cargo in different stockyards of hook capacity65 MT and outreach of 34 m. For handling general cargo including containers Terminal has two mobile harbour cranes with hook capacity of 80 MT. Terminal has number of yard equipments including pay loaders for handling bulk cargo and forklifts ranging from 10 MT to 32 MT. 4 Rescue and Distress:Incidents to be reported to VTS Khambhat through VHF CH-9/10/69 or by Telephone - +91 9909903748. 5 Pollution Control:All discharges including dump galley refuse, garbage and rubbish are prohibited. 6 Supplies: Fuel, fresh water, stores and provisions can be arranged via agents. 7 Other Services: Shore leave not permitted in the port. Radio /Telephony, police, ambulance and firefighting facility is available. Medical and Garbage removal facility can be arranged through agents. 8 Communication:Port Radio: Ch 71 (24 hrs.) 9 Transportation:Nearest Railhead&Airport: Surat (30 km) 10 Port Authority:Port Officer, Gujrat Maritime Board, Magdalla Group of Ports Tel: + 91 261 2470533/2463781,Fax: + 91 261 2475645,Email: pomagdalla@gmail.com Tapi River (Reliance Industries Ltd., Hazira) 1 General Information:Reliance Industries Ltd., Hazirahas constructed their captive jetties in the Tapi River Channel. The captive jetties uses for importing of chemicals and gases like E.D.C., Butene, Propylene, Octane, Benzene and exporting of Ethylene, Benzene and Mix C-4. 2 Position:Reliance Industries Ltd., Hazira is located in position 21°09'.47N, 072° 40'.50E. 3 Approach Channel:Approach to captive jetties/SPM is through a catamaran-buoyed channel through Magdalla channel. While approaching towards captive jetties/SPM, all mariners should keep safe distance and navigate their vessels with due caution as to avoid any mishaps or accident/ collision as the RIL jetty/SPM handles very dangerous / hazardous cargo. 4 Berths:Three jetties (GJ1, GJ2 and EDC) are available for handling the ships and tugs. 5 Weather:For weather see Magdalla port. 6 Pilotage: Pilotage is compulsory. Pilot boards at position 21°05'.96N, 72°34'.25E. 7 Tugs:Six tugs are available for berthing and unberthing of any vessels. Ships to provide towing rope & lines for tugs. Three tugs are equipped with firefighting devices. 8 Cranes:No Cranes are available on the jetties. Surat 1 Surat.(21°11'.73 N, 72°49'.72 E) Surat is a port city situated on the banks of the Tapti river. Damming of the Tapti caused the original port facilities to close a city, which extends about 1½ mile along the E bank of the Tapi River, lies 13 miles NE of its entrance. 2 There is a pool, with depths from about 3.7 to 5.5 m, in the river abreast the port. A magnificent iron girder bridge spans the river.The city is well connected by the national railway network. A castle, with a mass of irregular fortifications and flanked at its corners by large round towers, stands in the center of the city. Tarapur Harbour 1 Position:Tarapur Harbour (19°53'.0N, 72°39'.0E) is formed by barrier reefs extending NNW from Tarapur Point (19°50'.52N, 72°39'.33E) and SSW from Vadhavan Point, 5½ miles N. 2 Chinchani - Tarapur Creek, at the head of Tarapur Harbour, is entered 1¾ miles NE of Tarapur Point Lighthouse (19°50'.74 N, 72°39'.46E); the towns of Tarapur and Chinchani stand, respectively, S and N of the entrance to the creek. 3 Tidal levels: Mean spring range about 3.9 m; mean neap range about 1.7 m. See information in Tide Tables. 4 Storm signals are displayed from a fort close N of Tarapur by using the brief system. See 1.36 5 Anchorage:Small vessels can anchor in Tarapur Harbour, as shown on the chart, in depths of less than 4 m; local knowledge is required. Dahanu 1 Position:Dahanu (19°58'.53 N, 72°43'.22 E),lieson the N side of the entrance to Khondha Creek; the creek is entered 4 miles NE of VadhavanPoint (19°56'.0 N, 72°40'.0 E). 2 Directions:If proceeding to the above anchorage pass between a reef, which almost dries, extending N from the NW edge of foul ground NW of Vadhavan Point and a reef extending SW from Gulur Point (20°04'.44 N, 72°42'.59 E); the least depth in this approach channel is 3.6 m. 3 Traffic:Primarily fishing vessels use the port. 4 Storm signals are displayed from a fort at Dahanu, by using the brief system. See 1.36 5 Anchorage:Small vessels can anchor about 3½ miles WNW of Dahanu (19°58'.5 N, 72°43'.0 E) in depths of 3.6 m, with local knowledge. Moti Daman 1 Position.Moti Daman (20°24'.48 N, 72°50'.0 E), a town, lies on the S side of the entrance to Damanganga River, Nani Daman town lies on its N side. 2 General information.Daman forms part of the Union Territory of Daman and Diu. 3 Off-lying dangers.A foul ground is shown on the chart 2¾ miles WSW of the river entrance, its position is approximate; an underwater dangerous rock lies about 1 mile N of this foul ground. 4 Controlling depths. The bar is flat, off the mouth of the Damanganga River and consists mostly of hard sand, but rocky ground with drying patches projects about 1¼ miles offshore from the river entrance; the bar has a least charted depth of 0.8 m. Inside the bar, between the forts flanking the entrance, there is a pool with a depth of 5.7 m; upstream from the entrance depths reduce rapidly. 5 Storm signals are displayed from a signal station situated in the vicinity of Damanganga River Lighthouse (20°24'.58 N, 72°49'.84 E) by using the brief system is used. See 1.48. 6 Landmarks. The forts on each side of the entrance to Damanganga River, two square steeples and white buildings serve to identify the port. 7 Directions. During high water in fine weather, vessels not exceeding 500 tons may enter Damanganga River. Vessels should keep the river entrance open bearing about 090°and moor in mid-channel abreast the forts; local knowledge is necessary. 8 Anchorage. Vesselscan anchor, 4¾ miles W of Damanganga River Lighthouse in a depth of about 9 m, mud. Umarsadi Creek 1 Position.Umarsadi Creek (20°32'.17 N, 72°53'.17 E) lies at the entrance to Par River. 2 Controlling depths.The bar at the entrance to Umarsadi Creek dries and there are depths of less than 1.8 m for a distance of 2 miles seaward of the entrance. 3 Landmark. A pagoda is situated 5 cables N of theN entrance point of the creek. Directions 1 The following directions may be of assistance to small vessels to enter Umarsadi Creek in an emergency with local knowledge: 2 Keep in depths of more than 5.5 m until a high white building in Pardi (20°30'.61 N, 72°56'.81 E) bears about, but not more than, 112°. 3 Steer inshore keeping the entrance to Par River open; when Parnera Hill (20°33'.05 N, 72°56'.87 E) bears 079°a vessel will be within the bar.