Port Of Mormugao Chart No. 2078 General Information Position 1 The port of Mormugao (15°25'.00N, 73°48'.00E) is a natural, open protected harbour and premier iron ore exporting port of India. It lies on the NE side of Mormugao Head in the SW part of Mormugao Bay. Function 1 Mormugao is an important port for the exportation of iron ore; it provides deep water accommodation, where there is safe anchorage for up to 50 vessels, in the outer and inner anchorages during the fair season; and some sheltered anchorage during the SW monsoon. The port offers a number of alongside berths and mooring dolphins for vessels working cargo in the stream. 2 Beside the trade of iron ore exportation; general cargo, bulk containers and liquid bulk handling facilities are also available in the port. The principle imports include bulk oil, fertiliser, petroleum products, chemicals, machinery, ammonia, iron, coal/coke and steel where as the main exports include manganese ore, oil cake, alumina, sugar, frozen shrimps etc. Topography 1 Mormugao Head (15°24'.00N, 73°48'.00E), about 61m high, is a tableland peninsula with steep sides, especially W. It is connected to the mainland SE by a narrow neck of low ground. 1 Mormugao Bay – entrance. Several rocks, wrecks and shoal patches, including Outer Patches (15°27'.74N, 73°46'.50E), Albuquerque Rocks, Marivel Patches, Sunchi Reefs, Amee Shoals, marked on its SW side by a buoy (White, can) and Mormugao Rocks extend from N to S across much of the entrance to the bay. The details of these dangers are shown on the chart. 1 Mormugao Bay – south side. The shore is mostly bold and rocky between Mormugao Head and the mouth of the Zuvari River, 3½ miles E; it comprises of a number of headlands and bays which dry in places. 2 Vasco Bay is entered between the E end of Mormugao Head and Alparqueiros Point, 7½ cables E. Vadem Bay is entered E of Alparqueiros Point; there is a shipyard located at the head of the bay. 3 Chikalin Point lies 7½ cables ENE of Vadem Bay. Vereg Islet, lying 7½ cables ESE of Chikalin Point, is connected to the shore by a causeway; a stranded wreck lies about 5 cables N of the islet. 4 Saint Jasintu Island (15°24'.40N, 73°51'.80E) is flat-topped, precipitous and covered with dense jungle. The island is the S entrance point of the Zuvari River and is connected to shore by a cause way. 1 Mormugao Bay – north side. The shore comprises alternating stretches of sand and rock backed by low hills, which are covered in jungle, from Nazaret Point (15°25'.73N, 73°51'.68E) to Cabo Rajniwas, the W end of the island of Goa, 4¾ miles WNW. 2 Cancara Point lies 1½ miles NW of Nazaret Point; the shore is fringed with a reef between the two points and there are several isolated rocks lying off Nazaret Point. Odshel Point lies 1½ miles WNW of Cancara Point, between the points a reef extends up to 1¾ cables offshore in places. 3 Dona Paula Bay lies between Odshel Point and Cankarso Island, 8 cables W. A passenger jetty, with a least depth of 2.4 m alongside, projects E from Cankarso Island into the bay. 4 Searle Patches lie at the outer edge of foul ground extending 3 cables SSW from Cankarso Island; Pascoe Rock lies in the foul ground 2 cables SSW of the island.Cabo Rajniwas has foul ground extending 6 cables W and 9 cables S from it. Port limits 1 The seaward limits of the port are shown on the chart 2022. The inshore limit is defined as follows: East limit, on Zuvari River, is a line joining Agacaim Point (15°25'.00N, 73°54'.40E) and Cortalim Point (15°24'.50N, 73°54'.40E); a bridge spans the river between the two points. Approach and entry 1 Mormugao Bay is entered between Marmugao Head (15°24'.00N, 73°48'.00E) and Cabo Rajniwas, about 3 miles N. The port is approached through a buoyed (lateral) channel which passes close N of Mormugao Head. Port Authority 1 Mormugao Port Trust, AO Building, Headland Sada, Goa – 403804. Email: dc@mptgoa.com Web: www.mptgoa.com Cables: HARBADMIN MORMUGAO Limiting Conditions Controlling depth 1 Caution. Mariners are advised to contact port authorities for latest bathy information in approach channel, inner anchorage and turning basin. 2 The approach channel has been dredged to a depth of 14.4 m (2004). Depths in berthing area and turning basin in shown on the chart. The port authorities apply an under-keel clearance of 10% of vessel’s draught. During SW monsoon a higher swell clearance may be applied. Deepest and longest berths 1 The deepest berth is No 9 & No 6 Berth with a maintain depth of 14.1 m. Berth No 10 and No 11 are combined as a cargo berths. Tidal levels 1 Mean spring range is about 2.3 m; mean neap range is about 0.6 m. See more information in Indian Tide Tables. Density of water 1 The density of water is normally about 1.025 g/cm3, however it is slightly fresher during the monsoon season. Local weather and sea state 1 Between the middle of February to the end of March, occasional strong NE winds cause a heavy swell in the bay; these winds usually last from three days to one week, they fall light from sunset to sunrise. 2 It is also reported that heavy swell conditions, associated with the SW monsoon, can significantly reduce the limiting draught of vessels using the port. Maximum size of vessels handled 1 Vessels upto 14m draught can be berthed alongside as well as vessels upto 275000 dwt can be loaded partially alongside and topped up in outer anchorage through transfer vessels. 2 About 696 vessels 31 million tonnes cargo handled by the port annually. Arrival information Vessel Traffic Service 1. A Vessel Traffic Management System fitted with AIS controls traffic in the approaches to Mormugao. For more information see Indian List of Radio Signals Volume 6. Port radio 1. There is a coast radio station on Goa Island (15°28'.00N, 73°51'00E) and a port radio station at Mormugao. Port radio station can be contacted on channels 10, 11, 12, 14 and 16 in which channel 14 is manned round the clock. For more information see Indian List of Radio Signals Volume 6. Anchorages 1 Caution. A spoil ground lies about 2½ miles WNW of Mormugao Point (15°24'.83N, 73°47'.13E); the limits of the area are shown on the chart. 2 Outer anchorages. Three designated anchorage area, for about 50 vessels during fine weather, lies in the approaches of Mormugao. Limits of these anchorages are as shown on the chart 2022. Anchorage area 'A' is designated for ships loading/discharging at berth or mooring dolphin; while anchorage area 'B' is designated for ships loading/ unloading with own gear. Anchorage area 'C' is designated for trans-shipment are and for capsize vessels loading to deeper drafts. Barges are not permitted to wait or anchor in this area. 3 Inner anchorages. Vessels may obtained anchorage N of dredged channel, about 6 cables NE from breakwater light (6.197), in depths of 5 to 7 m, fine silt and sand. During the SW monsoon, upto 10 vessels can obtain shelter in this area clear of the shoals, with prior permission of the port, as shown on the chart 2078. Vasco Bay. Small vessels may obtained anchorage in the bay, in depths of about 3½ m. Vessels approaching the bay should give a wide berth to the dangerous wreck lying 4 cables NNE of Alparqueiros Point (15°24'.56N, 73°48'.96E). 4 Sheltered anchorage. For details of sheltered anchorages see 6.165. Examination anchorage. See 1.42. Prohibited anchorages 1 Approaches. Off the W end of Grandi Islands (15°21'.00N, 73°46'.00E), a prohibited anchorage is established; the limits of the area, which lie partially within the port limits, are shown on the chart. 2 Anchoring and trawling are also prohibited 5 cables and 1.5 miles SE of Pikene Island (6.159) and 5 miles SW of Grandi Island, due to the existence of concrete piles and under water sensors. Under water obstructions, which may protrude up to 0.5 m from the seabed exist within this area. These area are well marked with buoys (Oct to May). Submarine cables extend from the obstructions to the shore in the vicinity of Bimbade point (15°22'.71N, 73°48'.44W). 3 In Mormugao bay, anchorage is prohibited between Searle Patches (6.173) and Amee Shoals, 1 nm SW. Pilotage 1 Pilotage is compulsory and vessels should give advance notice of their ETA at least 48 hrs before arrival. During fine weather the pilot boards in position 15°24'.62N, 73°44'.18E, off the channel mouth. During the SW monsoon when pilots cannot board, the vessels are guided upto the breakwater by the VTMS pilot. 2 Pilotage is available 24 hours in fair season (Sept to May). During SW monsoon, Night pilotage is not available. Vessels over 280 m long, using Berth No 9, are berthed during daylight hours only. For more details see Indian List of Radio Signals Volume 6. 3 Tugs and Launches are available. Quarantine 1 Vessel should send quarantine messages 48 hours before arrival indicating: (a) Name of Ship (b) Expected date and time of arrival (c) Maritime declaration of health (d) List of ports of call with dates of departure during last 30 days (e) Status of Monkey onboard (f) Status of person onboard embarking at Aden, Djibouti or Yemen. Request radio pratique 2 Pratique can be granted by Port Health Officer by radio/ fax/ cable. Until pratique is granted the quarantine signal must be hoisted by all vessels entering Mormugao Bay. For details see Indian List of Radio Signals Volume 6. Harbour General layout 1 Being protected by a breakwater and a mole at its W end, the alongside berthing area is situated on the NE side of Mormugao Head. Outer turning basin, for vessels using the deep water berths, enclosed within the dredged area about 6 cables ESE of the breakwater head and an inner turning basin for berth No 10, 11. The inner anchorage area is located in the bay NE of the breakwater and clear of the buoyed channel. Hazard 1 Small crafts and ferries, which ply between a position near the root of the breakwater on its inner side and Cankarso Island jetty, 2¼ miles NNE, cross the approach channel close E of the breakwater head. Signal stations 1 The port signal station (15°24'.77N, 73°47'.18E) stands 4¼ cables SSE of the breakwater head. Storm signals are displayed from a flagstaff on top of Signal Station using the general system. See 1.45. Natural conditions 1 Climate. For nearest details see climatic table 1.208. Directions Principal marks 1 Landmarks Mormugao Bay: Metrological radar dome (79 m in height) (15°27'.38N, 73°48'.12E). Water Tower (39 m in height) (15°27'.30N, 73°47'.97E). Church spire (63 m in height) (15°27'.76N, 73°47'.30E). 2 Landmarks Mormugao Harbour: Radio masts (83 m in height, red lights) (15°24'.77N, 73°47'.18E). Water Tower (94 m in height) (15°24'.55N, 73°47'.48E). MPT building (88 m in height) (15°24'.66N, 73°47'.55E). Chruch spire (58 m in height) (15°24'.73N, 73°47'.66E). Radio masts (88 m in height) (15°24'.35N, 73°48'.05E). Water tower (48 m in height) (15°24'.48N, 73°49'.19E). One radio masts (85 m in height) stands close SE of it. Cautions 1 Vessels approaching the port in dark hours should not proceed in depth of less than 13 m. 2 While approaching the dredged channel a S set may be experienced. In the SW monsoon condition, there may be heavy swells in the approaches, care should be taken to maintain adequate steerage way when making the turn around the breakwater head to avoid being set E; also sufficient under keel clearance should be allowed for swell manoeuvring. 3 The buoys marking the approach channel may be removed without notice. Approach 1 The port is entered through a buoyed (lateral) channel, about 3.5 miles long and 250 m wide, as shown on the chart. The buoys are positioned about 25 m outside of the charted channel limit. The channel is dredged to 14.4 m (2004), see also 6.177. 2 From a position N of the breakwater head, vessels should follow the buoyed channel to the berth or inner anchorage (6.185). Useful marks 1 Breakwater light (white concrete tower, red bands, 23 m in height) (15°25'.13N, 73°47'.51E) is exhibited from the N head of the main breakwater. Breakwater East head light (White masonry tower, 6 m in height) (15°25'.10N, 73°47'.65E), is exhibited from the head of a mole that extends about 1½ cables E from a point near the head of the main breakwater. 2 Stranded wreck (mother pearl) (15°25'.54N, 73°48'.74E). Stranded wreck (15°24'.16N, 73°48'.61E). Stranded wreck (15°24'.90N, 73°49'.18E), marked with a buoy close E. 3 Water tower (57 m in height) (15°24'.08N, 73°50'.00E) stands onshore close SE of Vadem Bay. Water Tower (13 m in height) (15°24'.62N, 73°50'.42E) stands on Chicalim Point. Berths Mooring Dolphins 1 Six mooring dolphins (lit) for working cargo in stream is available E of the channel, with a maintained depth of 14.1 m, in a mooring dolphin area. The positions of the dolphins is shown on the chart. Another three mooring buoys also available at the entrance of Vadem bay. Alongside berths 1 Cautions: Depths alongside berths have been reported to be less than charted. The latest draught permitted at berths should be confirmed with the Port Authority. Berths extend E, SE thence S for 1½ miles from the root of the breakwater, it affords eleven numbered berths the positions of which and their main usage may be seen from the chart. The principal berths are described below. Berth 1 to 4 being used for floating dock and ship repair facility. 2 Bulk Cargo – Berth 5, 6 built on reclaimed land seaward of earlier berths 5 and 6 is used for discharging coal. The total length of the berth is 450m and berth 6 is deepened to 14 m. 3 Oil berth. A T-headed berth, No 8, has an overall berthing length of about 298 m and is flanked by dolphins. The maximum size of vessel permitted to use the berth in the fine season is, draught about 12 m and length 190 m. Bulk petroleum and phosphoric acid liquids are handled. 4 Ore berth. With an overall berthing length of 350 m, Berth No 9, a purpose built berth with dolphins at its NW end. The maximum draught permitted at the berth is normally about 14.0 m for vessels up to 331 m in length. For berthing purpose synthetic mooring ropes are to be used. 5 General cargo berth. With a berthing face of about 230 m, Berth No 10, is used by vessels up to 35000 dwt. No 11 Berth of similar dimensions to No 10 Berth, lies S of it. Landing 1 There are landing steps on the main breakwater and a passenger jetty exists E of the Barge Berths. Port services 1 Pollution Control. Vessels should adopt anti-pollution measures in port. In case of pollution, Signal Station is to be informed on Channel 16. 2 Repairs. Numerous of licensed specialised private firms available in the port area for minor repairs as well as Goa Shipyard Ltd. A floating dock of 210 m length and 42 m width, can accommodate vessels up to 60000 dwt, LOA 215 m with 8 m draught. There are numerous dry docks and slipways for small craft up to 1000 tonnes, length 100 m and draught 3 m. 3 Facilities. Mobile crane, Forklifts, space for storages, Hospital, Security, Stevedores, Barges, shore leave, Sewage reception at berths only. Supplies. Fuel oils, fresh provisions, fresh waters. 4 Communications. Nearest Highway – NH - 17B Nearest Railhead – Vasco-da-gama (2 km) Nearest Airport – Goa International Airport (8 km), Mumbai International Airport (440 km)