PORT AND TERMINAL HANDBOOK
Djibouti Doraleh Port
INTRODUCTION
This document was produced in an effort to provide a reference tool to meet
the information needs of users of the Doraleh Port Oil Jetty including the
Djibouti Port Authority, ships masters, agents and shore staff.
The document is to be used for advice and information contained herein may
be changed periodical
The purpose of this document is to address issues specific to the Doraleh
Port Oil Jetty.
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PORT AND TERMINAL HANDBOOK
Doraleh Port
Table of Contents
1. DEFINITIONS/ABBREVIATIONS ............................................................................................6
2. FIRE AND EMERGENCY ...........................................................................................................7
3. SAFETY ..........................................................................................................................................8
4. WARNINGS ...................................................................................................................................9
4.1 SMOKING ..................................................................................................................................................................9
4.2 ALCOHOL/DRUGS.....................................................................................................................................................9
4.3 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ..............................................................................................................................9
4.4 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INCLUDING CAMERAS ........................................................................................10
5. COMMUNICATIONS.................................................................................................................11
5.1 EARLY COMMUNICATIONS. ...................................................................................................................................11
5.2 SHIP SHORE COMMUNICATION - GENERAL ..........................................................................................................12
5.3 SHIP SHORE CHECKLIST AND OPERATIONAL AGREEMENT.................................................................................12
5.4 SHIP SHORE COMMUNICATIONS DURING CARGO OPERATIONS ..........................................................................12
6. RESPONSIBILITY OF OPERATIONS....................................................................................14
6.1 RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOADING ............................................................................................................................14
6.2 RESPONSIBILITY FOR UNLOADING .......................................................................................................................14
6.3 CODE OF RESPONSIBILITY .....................................................................................................................................14
7. JETTY OPERATIONS ...............................................................................................................15
7.1 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................................15
7.3 GANGWAYS .............................................................................................................................................................15
7.4 CARGO HANDLING .................................................................................................................................................15
7.5 MAXIMUM CARGO RECEIVING RATES ...........................................................................................................16
7.6 DRY CERTIFICATES................................................................................................................................................16
7.7 GARBAGE................................................................................................................................................................16
7.8 STORES AND SPARES ..............................................................................................................................................16
7.9 SMALL RAFT………………………………………………………………………………………………………16
7.10 SLOPS AND BALLAST FACILITIES………………………………………………………………………………..16
7.11 BUNKERING FACILITIES………………………………………………………………………………………….17
7.12 FRESH WATER………………………………………………………………………………………………….17
8. MOORINGS .................................................................................................................................18
8.1 GENERAL MOORING GUIDELINES .........................................................................................................................18
8.2 MOORINGS .............................................................................................................................................................18
8.3 SNAP BACK ZONES .................................................................................................................................................18
9. SPECIAL REGULATIONS ........................................................................................................19
9.1 ULLAGING AND SAMPLING ....................................................................................................................................19
9.2 INERT GAS ..............................................................................................................................................................19
9.3 IMMOBILISATION. ..................................................................................................................................................19
9.4 PERMIT TO WORK ON BOARD A VESSEL AT THE BERTH .....................................................................................19
9.5 HOT WORK.............................................................................................................................................................19
9.6 TESTING RADIO AND RADAR EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................19
9.7 TANK CLEANING, PURGING AND GAS FREEING ...................................................................................................19
9.8 PERSONNEL ACCESS ..............................................................................................................................................20
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT)
10. PORT AND BERTH INFORMATION AND RESTRICTIONS ..........................................21
10.1 PORT DESCRIPTION AND RESTRICTIONS ............................................................................................................21
10.2 BERTH DESCRIPTION AND RESTRICTIONS ........................................................................................................ 21
10.3 ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA FOR BERTHS ..........................................................................................................22
11. TUGS/MOORING BOATS/PILOTAGE ................................................................................23
11.1 TUGS AVAILABLE IN DJIBOUTI PORT ..................................................................................................................23
11.2 GENERAL TOWAGE INFORMATION .....................................................................................................................23
11.3 PILOTAGE - BOARDING GROUND ........................................................................................................................23
11.4 PILOT BOARDING AREA...................................................................................................................................... 23
11.5 PILOT BOARDING ARRANGEMENTS ................................................................................................................... 23
11.6 PILOT LADDER REQUIREMENTS .........................................................................................................................23
APPENDIX 1 CONTACT LIST ........................................................................................................................................25
APPENDIX 2 BERTH LAYOUT AND DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................26
APPENDIX 3 MINIMUM MOORING ARRANGEMENT ....................................................................................................27
APPENDIX 4 BERTH LIMITS - ENVIRONMENTAL PARAMETERS .................................................................................28
APPENDIX 5 GENERAL LAYOUT OF DJIBOUTI PORT ..................................................................................................29
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1. DEFINITIONS/ABBREVIATIONS
ISGOTT (International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals) Fourth edition is the
standard reference and basis for all standards and procedures at Doraleh Port Oil Jetty.
Other reference documents are:
 OCIMF - Mooring Equipment Guidelines (Second Edition 1997)
 MARPOL - IMO International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships
1973 as modified by the protocol of 1978.
 SOLAS – IMO International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea 1974 and its protocol
of 1988.
.AGT
Arabian Gulf Terminal
API
API Gravity, numerical system used on petroleum products corrected to density
and relative density.
ASA
American Standards Association
B\L
Bill of Lading. Document issued by the cargo supplier stating the quantity of
material delivered to the vessel.
DEPTH
Water depth (measured from the sea bottom to water surface)
DRAFT
Ship depth (measured from the water surface to the deepest part of the ship)
ETA
Estimated Time of Arrival
ETD
Estimated Time of Departure
HHW
High/High Water
OCIMF
Oil Companies International Marine Forum
LOA
Length over All. (Length of a vessel taken over all extremities)
LOP
Letter of Protest
DPOJ
Doraleh Port Oil Jetty
SBT
Segregated Ballast Tanks
SDWT
Summer Dead-weight Tonnes
HDTL
Horizon Djibouti Terminal Limited
UKC
Under Keel Clearance (Allowance between the deepest parts of a ship to the
sea bottom)
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2. FIRE AND EMERGENCY
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY DO NOT HESITATE TO RAISE THE ALARM
In the event of the following occurring:

FIRE

EXPLOSION

ESCAPE OR TOXIC and/or FLAMMABLE GASES

ESCAPE OF TOXIC and/or FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
1. RAISE THE ALARM
Sound one or more blasts of the ships whistle each blast of not less than 10 seconds duration,
supplemented by a continuous sound of the general alarm system.
2. CONTACT THE BERTH
Telephone numbers: 31 50 30 / 87 96 44
UHF/VHF communication channel: Horizon Djibouti Terminal VHF Channel 12
Djibouti Port Control VHF 12
ACTION-SHIP
ACTION-BERTH
Emergency on your ship
Emergency on a ship
 Raise the alarm
 Raise the alarm
 Cease all cargo/ballast operations and close all
valves
 Contact ship
 Inform berth
 Cease ail cargo/ballast operations and close all
valves
 In case of fire, fight fire and prevent from
spreading
 Stand by to disconnect hoses or loading arms
 Stand by to disconnect hoses or loading arms
 If necessary, stand by to assist fire fighting
 Bring engines to standby
 Inform all ships in the vicinity

 Implement berth emergency plan
Emergency on another ship
Emergency ashore
Stand by, and when instructed:
 Raise alarm
 Cease all cargo/ballast operations and close all
valves
 Cease all cargo/ballast operations and close all
valves
 Disconnect hoses or loading arms
 In case of fire, fight fire and prevent it from
spreading
 Bring engines and crew to standby, ready to
unberth
 If required, stand by to disconnect hoses or
loading arms
 Implement berth emergency plan
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3. SAFETY
Responsibility for the safe conduct of operations whilst a ship is at this terminal
rests jointly with the master of the ship, and the responsible terminal
representative. (Terminal Supervisor)
Therefore, before operations start, it is
incumbent upon both ship and shore that there is full co-operation and understanding of
the safety requirements set out in the Ship/Shore Safety Check List, which are based on
safe practices widely accepted by the oil and tanker industries.
The master is expected to adhere strictly to these requirements throughout the stay
alongside this terminal and HDTL personnel will do likewise and co-operate fully with the
ship in the mutual interest of safe and efficient operations.
Before the start of operations, and from time to time thereafter, for our mutual safety, the
Terminal Supervisor together with a responsible Ships Officer, will make a routine
inspection of the ship to ensure that the questions on the Ship/Shore Safety Check List
can be answered in the affirmative. Where corrective action is needed, the terminal may
not agree to operations commencing or should they have been started, may require them
to be stopped.
Similarly, if the master considers safety is endangered by any action on the part of HDTL
engaged staff or by any equipment under HDTL control, the master should demand
immediate cessation of operations until the situation is rectified.
Repeated checks of those items marked in the Ship Shore Safety Checklist must be
carried out by both ship and shore personnel at the agreed intervals noted in the
agreement.
THERE CAN BE NO COMPROMISE WITH SAFETY.
TAKE
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4. WARNINGS
4.1 Smoking
Smoking is strictly prohibited in the Jetty area and on board vessels alongside except in
those spaces on board specifically designated by the Master and jetty controller/shore
officer as "Smoking Areas.” Failure to comply with this regulation will involve cessation of
operations and may result in the vessel vacating the jetty pending a complete investigation
and receipt of written assurance from the Master that effective controls have been
established.
Horizon Djibouti Terminal reserves the right, to prohibit smoking, at any time, in any place
on board a vessel and adjacent to the jetty area. Smoking is also prohibited in any place
within the Terminal and jetty areas, except designated areas as directed.
4.2 Alcohol/Drugs
Masters are advised that operations will cease, when a person or persons involved in
operations whose actions are not under proper control as a result of the use of
alcohol/drugs and or fatigue.
Operations will not resume until the matter has been reported to and fully investigated by
relevant authorities and the Shore Officer considers it safe to do so and delay or
cancellation in a vessel's departure could result.
Access to the jetty restricted area for a person(s) similarly suspected of being affected by
alcohol/drugs will be denied.
4.3 Environmental Protection
The Master of a vessel berthed at Doraleh Port Oil Jetty must comply with the
requirements of MARPOL and:

Not cause or permit refuse of any kind to be discharged from the vessel or its scuppers
into port waters.

Not cause or permit a person to pump or discharge any oil, spirit or any flammable
liquid into port waters.

Allow the vessel to emit excessive funnel smoke
The Djibouti gendarmerie maritime (Coastguard) has ensuring that no dirty ballast or
refuse is discharged from ships. Offenders will be prosecuted’.
Masters are advised they will be charged full costs for any cleanup operations incurred.
The Harbour Master may instruct offending vessels to vacate the berth or prohibit them
from returning to Doraleh Port.
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4.4 Electrical Equipment Including Cameras and Mobile Phones
Only approved intrinsically safe or ex rated electrical equipment may be used at the jetty
within the hazardous zone about the ship.
Portable Computers, Mobile Phones, Pagers and Cameras must be switched off and may
only be used in or on:

Areas on the shore as nominated by the Shore Officer.

Areas on the ship nominated by the Master.
Note: In special circumstances certain types of cameras may be used with the
approval of the Master and Shore officer; however, before this approval is given a
permit for the use of the camera must be obtained from a certified hot work permit
officer.
Use or possession of these devices in other than the areas stated above will be
considered as a serious breach of the safety rules.
No attempt shall be made to change a battery for mobile phone, pager, UHF/VHF
radio unless it is inside the vessel’s accommodation or a permanent building.
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5. COMMUNICATIONS
5.1 Early Communications.
ETA and pre-arrival messages should be sent to Djibouti Port Harbour Master follows:
Djibouti Port Control / Harbour Master
Tel:
+00253 35 12 84 / 35 40 01
Fax:
+00253 35 70 78
The initial ETA is to be sent at least 48 hours prior to arrival or immediately on leaving last
port whichever is the later prior to arrival.
The ETA should be confirmed at least 24 hours prior to arrival at Doraleh Port pilot station
Information Required From Vessels Prior To Arrival
A) ETA, arrival draft, LOA, Gross tonnage, displacement, number of crew, Port of registry,
last port, next port and Health information.
B) Stowage plan for all cargo to be discharged and preferred order of discharge.
C) Maximum freeboard measured from manifold to water surface during discharge.
D) Confirm maximum draft alongside will not exceed 20 metres for berth 1 and 18.5
metres for berth 2.
E) Best estimate of discharge time and discharge rate.
F) Manifolds numbered from forward to be used for discharge.
G) Confirm correct size presentations flanges will be fitted to discharge manifolds.
H) Confirm vessel oil tight and scuppers sealed on arrival.
I) Quantity, origin and stowage of slops.
J) Free water in slops and cargo.
K) Bunker requirements.
L) Bills of Lading metric tonnes, ship’s loaded metric tonnes and densities.
M) Confirm a positive initial metacentric height of not less than 0.15m (corrected for free
surface) will be maintained throughout all cargo and ballast operations
Where possible ships proceeding to Djibouti Doraleh Port Oil Jetty to discharge cargoes
should forward telephone/fax contact details to Horizon Djibouti Terminal at least 48 hours
before the ETA at the berth. Initially this can be accomplished via the agent. Arranging
early contact increases efficiency and allows the ship and Shore Officer adequate time to
jointly plan for the intending load or discharge, thus taking into consideration operational
difficulties or constraints upon either party.
Djibouti Port Control Tower maintains a listening watch on VHF channel 12. Vessels
should establish VHF contact confirming ETA at least two hours before arrival at the pilot
boarding area.
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5.2 Ship Shore Communication - General
On arrival at the berth a shore officer hand held VHF radio/mobile phone should be given
to the ship for use during discharge. This radio/mobile phone will be the primary voice
communication link between the vessel and the Jetty Controller or Shore Officer. A
secondary means of voice communication for ship/shore operations will be via VHF
Channel 12 direct to terminal control room primarily designated for this use. Call Sign:
Horizon Djibouti Terminal
Identification of the name of ship should always be included in ship to shore voice
communications to avoid misunderstandings.
When using the hand held radios onboard ships it is good practice to stand reasonably
close to the ship’s windows to reduce the chance of interference to ship shore
communications.
5.3 Ship Shore Checklist and Operational Agreement
On arrival at the berth, the Shore Officer will present each vessel with a copy of the above
document folder. The various forms, information and procedures laid out in the document
formalise the conduct and procedures governing ship/shore operations at the jetty, which
are to be mutually agreed before operations commence. This document is made up from:

Safety Letter to Master

Emergency Procedure Notice

Ship Shore Checklist, (General)

Shore Hose and Pipeline declaration.

Loading and Discharge Plans.
The agreements reached in the document remain in force throughout the time a ship
remains alongside the jetty. Any changes made to these agreements during the course of
the cargo operation must be again agreed in writing.
All items contained in the ship shore checklist must remain constantly under review
however, the ship and shore, must jointly recheck those items requiring formal recheck at
agreed intervals. Rechecking should be indicted in the appropriate box by additional ticks.
The personnel carrying out the checks should then sign and note the date and time in the
appropriate boxes. The maximum period between joint ship and shore rechecking should
be no more than 6 hours.
5.4 Ship Shore Communications during Cargo Operations
Good communications between ship and shore is an integral part of a successful
operation. However, during cargo operations, if for any reason it becomes necessary to
stop cargo in an emergency, the jetty controller/shore officer should be immediately
notified by VHF radio or Talkie Walky of (name of ship) EMERGENCY STOP.
Likewise, ship’s personnel on deck can raise the alarm to shore personnel who can
activate the jetty emergency stops.
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At this time all pumps must be stopped and manifolds closed until the situation is
investigated fully and agreement is made between the Master and Shore Officer to
resume operations.
At times when shore tanks are to be filled at a shore stop, the Shore Officer will offer a
countdown as agreed between the Shore Officer and Ship’s Officer in pre-discharge
discussions. Generally this would be 30 minutes, 15 minutes, 5 minutes, 2 minutes, and
then STOP.
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6. RESPONSIBILITY OF OPERATIONS
6.1 Responsibility for Loading
Ship's personnel are advised that responsibility for the loading operation on board the
ship rests solely and absolutely with the Master. It is the responsibility of the ship's
personnel to operate valves and to ensure safe and secure connection of all transfer
apparatus to the ship’s manifold. Ship's personnel are advised that responsibility for the
discharge or escape of oil from a vessel rests with the ship. In the event of a prosecution
being taken by the appropriate authorities’ heavy penalties together with liability for
dispersal costs and damages for pollution damage is provided for by legislation.
6.2 Responsibility for Unloading
Ship's personnel are advised that responsibility for the unloading operation on board the
ship rests solely and absolutely with the Master. It is the responsibility of the ship's
personnel to control pumping rates, to operate valves and to ensure safe and secure
connection of all transfer apparatus to the ship’s manifold. Ship's personnel are advised
that responsibility for the discharge or escape of oil from a vessel rests with the ship. In
the event of a prosecution being taken by the appropriate authorities’ heavy penalties
together with liability for dispersal costs and damages for pollution damage is provided for
by legislation.
6.3 Code of Responsibility
Emphasis is placed on the fact that the completion of a safe and successful cargo
handling operation is dependent upon effective co-operation and co-ordination and
communication (“3 Cs”) between all the parties involved. All operations should be
conducted in the spirit of mutual agreement.
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7. JETTY OPERATIONS
7.2 General
All operations at the Doraleh Djibouti Port Oil Jetty are carried out in full accordance with
the recommendations of the ISGOTT (International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and
Terminals - Fourth Edition).
7.3 Gangways
The vessel is required to provide a suitable gangway or brow to enable safe access
between ship and shore. The vessel is to supply a suitable safety net.
If safe access between ship and shore cannot be provided by gangway onto the jetty, the
offside accommodation ladder may be required and access to and from the vessels
conducted by launch.
7.4 Cargo Handling
There is a hose manifolds dedicated for particular products presented to the ship.
From seawards the following lines and connections are available:
1 Pipeline dedicated to MGR, 200mm Presentation Flange, and maximum
backpressure 10 bars.
2 Pipeline dedicated to AGO, 300mm Presentation Flange, and maximum
backpressure 10 bars.
3 Pipeline dedicated to Jet A1. 250mm Presentation Flange and maximum
backpressure 10 bars.
4 Pipeline dedicated to HFO. 250mm Presentation Flange and maximum
backpressure 10 bars.
5 Pipeline dedicated to LFO. 150mm Presentation Flange and maximum
backpressure 7 bars.
6 Pipeline dedicated to Ethanol. 150mm Presentation Flange and maximum
backpressure 7 bars.
7 Pipeline dedicated to Molasses. 300mm Presentation Flange and maximum
backpressure 10 bars.
8 Pipeline dedicated to LPG. 150mm Presentation Flange and maximum
backpressure? Bars.
The shore pipes lines lead from the jetties to Horizon Djibouti Terminal.
The length of all lines is - 16000metres
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7.5 Maximum Cargo Receiving Rates
Product
M3/Hour
HFO
1500
Jet-A1
1500
Gas Oil
1500
MGR
1500
LFO
500
Ethanol
500
Molasses
500
LPG
150
Receiving rates are calculated at 7m/sec maximum flow rate on one pipeline to one receiving tank.
In some cases product can be received on more than pipeline to two or more tanks at the same
time. In this situation receiving rates will be much greater. Actual receiving rates will be agreed
upon in the Ship/Shore Safety and Operational Agreement, which will be signed by the Ship’s
Officer and Shore Officer before cargo operations.
7.6 Dry Certificates
Dry Certificates will not be issued before or after cargo operations by Horizon Djibouti Terminal
staff or SGS Inspector and ITS
7.7 Garbage
Approved garbage reception facilities are not available in Doraleh port.
7.8 Stores and Spares
Stores can be loaded from a jetty using the ship’s lifting gear provided that cargo operations are
ceased and appropriate safety precautions are taken. Safety helmets must be worn at all times
while crane is in use. Vehicles are not permitted within the wharf approach whilst cargo operations
are being conducted.
NOTE: A letter of protest may be issued if the ship loading stores causes any delay to cargo
operations.
7.9 Small Craft
Vessels and small craft are not allowed alongside a vessel at the berth without special permission
of the shore officer. Stores and spares will not be permitted to be loaded onto the vessel whilst
cargo operations are being conducted.
7.10 Slops and Ballast Facilities
There are no facilities for dealing with slops/deballast ashore. For safe manoeuvring of vessels,
the harbour master requires all vessels to maintain a reasonable ballast trim. The propeller should
be immersed and stern trim not to be excessive.
7.11 Bunkering Facilities
Fuel Oil and Gas Oil Bunkers are available.
7.12 Fresh Water
Fresh water is not available.
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8. MOORINGS
8.1 General Mooring Guidelines
The mooring facilities are designed to permit a tanker to remain safely moored during all
expected environmental conditions. Vessels will normally be berthed Doraleh Djibouti Port
side to.
2 mooring boats are available for running moorings.
Minimum mooring arrangements are outlined in Appendix 4. The master may increase
the number of moorings as required.
8.2 Moorings
Mooring lines of the same size and material must always be used for all leads in the same
service, i.e. all springs must be of the same size and material and all breast lines must be
of the same size and material. Mixed moorings in the same service are not permitted.
Moorings Loads
- Mooring Dolphin 1 and 2 = 800 KN
-Mooring Dolphin 3 and 4 = 1000 KN
The mooring system is conformed by four 800 KN Double Quick Release Hooks with
capstans located on the dolphins 1 and 2 on the Connection Bridge
There are six 800 KN Head Bollards on the Loading Platform 2 as well
8.3 Snap Back Zones
Ship’s mooring lines can pose a great danger to personnel ashore and aboard. Handling
of mooring lines has a higher potential accident risk than most other shipboard activities.
The most serious danger is snap back, the sudden release of the static energy stored in
both synthetic lines and flexible steel wires.
Shore personnel must stay back at least 25metres during berthing and unberthing
operations.
Line handlers must stand well clear of the potential path of snap back, which extends to
the sides and far beyond the ends of the tensioned line. Figure 8.3 illustrates potential
snap back danger zones.
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fig 8.3
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9.0 SPECIAL REGULATIONS
9.1 Ullaging and Sampling
Wherever possible, ullaging and sampling of ships tanks should be achieved by the use of
closed sampling equipment. Under no circumstances are shore personnel or SGS/ITS to
open any tank or vapour lock without approval from the ship’s officer on duty.
When it is not possible to undertake closed gauging and/or sampling operations, open
gauging systems will need to be employed and the precautions detailed in ISGOTT 7.2
(7.2.1, 7.2.2, 7.2.3, 7.2.4 including Fig 7-1 on page 63) adhered to.
Shore staff and surveyors will draw cargo tank ullages and samples immediately after
mooring when safe access to the shore is provided. The master is requested to have
adequate personnel and appropriate closed sampling and ullaging equipment available as
a priority to facilitate this operation.
9.2 Inert Gas
If a vessel is fitted with an inert gas system then this system must be fully operational (in
accordance with Class requirements) and used at all times. In the event that a vessel’s
inert gas system is not functioning or not functioning as required, cargo operations must
cease immediately and may not resume until the system is repaired or written permission
is given from Flag State, Classification Society, Port Authority and Shore Officer.
9. 3 Immobilisation
May be permitted upon application to the Harbour Master and with the permission of the
Shore Officer. A detailed description of the work being undertaken and an estimation of
the actual time of immobilisation will be required. Generally, engines must be retained on
a maximum of 15 minutes notice of readiness.
9.4 Permit to Work on Board a Vessel at the Berth
When any repair or maintenance is to be done on board a vessel moored at the berth, the
Master must inform the Shore Officer in writing. Agreement should be reached on the
safety precautions to be taken, with due regard to the nature of the work.
9.5 Hot Work
Generally hot work is not permitted at the berth. In extenuating circumstances hot
work may be permitted. Before undertaking hot work, permission must be granted
by the Port Authority and Shore Officer. All hot work permits to be counter signed
by Port Authority, Shore Officer, authorised hot work permit signatory and Ship’s
Master. Hot work is usually restricted to engine room and boiler spaces
9.6 Testing Radio and Radar Equipment
Permission to test radio and radar equipment is only permitted by a permit signed jointly
by the shore officer, the Master and the technician responsible.
9.7 Tank Cleaning, Purging and Gas Freeing
The Master of any vessels requiring to clean, purge or gas free tanks which have
previously contained liquid hydrocarbons, must obtain permission from the Port Authority
and Shore Officer.
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9.8 Personnel Access
For entry and exit from the Djibouti Doraleh Port, visitors, contractors and crewmembers
are required to report to the Port Security guard at the restricted area. If visitors are
expected, arrangements must be made with Port Security to arrange the necessary port
pass.
The security departments also maintain constant 24-hour shore patrol to ensure security.
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10. PORT AND BERTH INFORMATION AND RESTRICTIONS
10.1 Port Description and Restrictions
There are two anchorages off the port. The holding ground is good, sand and mud. Extra
vigilance should be taken during the KHAMSIN winds, from June to end of August from
the Westly direction.
Leading marks and lights are provided.
The width of the entrance of channel is huge.
The density of water in Djibouti Doraleh Port is 1025.
The maximum depth of water at the entrance of channel is 30 metres.
The maximum depth of water in the turning outside basin is 30 metres.
Ways
Length of cause way: 1.060 meters
Length of trestle: 195.50 meters
10.2 Berth Description and Restrictions
The Djibouti Doraleh Port is a tee head jetty consisting of a concrete platform with steel
piles, concrete and steel mooring dolphins, and shore mooring points for head and stern
lines. Refer to Appendix 3.
Jetty position:
11°36, 174 NORD
Pilot Boarding ground:
043°04, 831 EAST
Beth in the channel:
30 metres
Platform 1
Length: 71 meters
Capacity: 5000 DWT to 80 000 DWT
Numbers of bollards: 10 (hook with capstone)
Numbers of founders: 06
Maximum depth: 20 meters
Platform 2
Length: 56 meters
Capacity: 1000 DWT to 30 000 DWT
Numbers of bollards: 10 (hook with capstone)
Numbers of founders: 08
Maximum depth: 18.5 meters
Maximum LOA for vessels at berth n°1 is 300 metres
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Maximum LOA for vessels at berth n° 2 is 180 meters
The maximum depth of water at the berth 1 is 20metres.
The maximum depth of water at the berth 2 is 18.5 metres.
The maximum permitted draft for the berth 1 is 20 metres.
The maximum permitted draft for the berth 2 is 17 metres.
Vessels arriving on maximum draft may not be berthed at low water
Minimum under keel clearance alongside is 1/10 of the arrival draft.
The Jetty is designed for a maximum size of fully laden tanker of 40,000 DWT, although
partially laden tankers of up to 80,000 DWT may be accepted at the discretion of the
Harbourmaster, and will be dependent on weather conditions at the time.
There is no restriction on minimum size of vessel.
10.3 Environmental Criteria for Berths
Cargo operations must be stopped when wind speeds exceed an average speed of 30
knots/h, and hoses must be disconnected at 35 knots/h wind speed. Berthing and
unberthing movements are may be delayed above 25 knots/h.
Environmental parameters are included in Appendix 4.
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11 Tugs/Mooring Boats/Pilotage
The following tugs/mooring boats are available for mooring and unmooring purposes at
this port.
VESSEL’S ASSISTANCE
Pilotage, towage, lamanage
3 - Pilots boat “ETOILE, ALI SABIEH, RAS BIR”
4 - Mooring launches, “DORALE, ASEYLA, DOUDA and RAS EIRO”
1 - High performance deep-sea tug-2200 HP “RAS DUAN”
2 - Semi-tugs “RAS SYAN” & “TADJOURAH”
3 - Tugs “BAB EL MANDEB”, “MOUSSA BOUH”, “RAS DUAN”
3 - Tugs high performance deep sea tug
a) Sultan Habib Ahmed-4750 HP
b) Sultan Houmed Boko-4750 HP
c) Ras Dyan – 2467 HP
d) Moussa Bouh Robleh- 2467 HP
e) Bab El-Mandeb-2200 HP
11.1 General Towage Information
Vessels are required to rig a towing wire on the offshore side of the ship, both fore and aft.
This is to be tended throughout the stay alongside the vessel to ensure the eye remains
approximately 1metre above the water level.
11.2 Pilotage – Pilot Boarding Ground
Pilots are available on a 24 hr basis. Ships requiring a pilot should call "Djibouti Port
Control" on VHF Ch 12 at least two hours before arrival at the pilot boarding station.
Pilots will board from fast launches marked "Pilots". The launches are equipped with VHF
Radio and listen on VHF Ch 12 call sign "Djibouti Port ".
Outbound ships should advise the pilot at least one hour prior to departure. Masters
should obtain Master's report from the inward pilot and return it completed to the inward
pilot son after the pilot boards. Masters are advised that outward pilots cannot take the
ship to sea, without first sighting valid Immigration Clearance.
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11.3 Pilot Boarding Area
The pilot boarding area is located 2 - 3 Kilometres North of the Breakwater entrance.
Pilot Boarding ground: 11°40, 20 North
043° 05, 20 East
Depth in the channel
30 Meters
11.4 Pilot Boarding Arrangements
Pilots will normally meet and embark incoming vessels at the above-mentioned Pilot
Boarding Area, but vessels may be instructed to approach the breakwater entrance by
Port Control.
Masters are reminded to provide a safe lee.
11.5 Pilot Ladder requirements
The following points are stressed:1. The rigging of pilot ladders and the embarkation of pilots thereby shall be supervised by
a responsible officer of the ship.
2. Every pilot ladder shall be secured in a position clear of any possible discharges from
the ship, and so that each step rests firmly against the ship's side.
3. Every pilot ladder shall be secured in a position where the pilot can gain convenient
access to the ship after climbing not less than 1.5m and more than 9.0m.
4. Whenever the distance from the water to the point of access to the ship exceeds 9m,
access to the ship shall be by means of an accommodation ladder or equally safe and
convenient means.
5. A light shall be provided at night, so that the pilot ladder overside and also the position
where the pilot boards the ship shall be adequately lit.
6. Lifebuoy and heaving line should be available at the ladder.
7. If a pilot hoist is provided as the method of access, it must be an 'approved' type,
complying with the recommendations of the 'International Maritime Pilots Association'.
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Appendix 1.
CONTACT LIST
The primary contact for all emergencies in the first instance will be via the VHF
radio to the Shore Officer. Horizon Djibouti Terminal VHF Channel 12. Port VHF
12
NOTE:
CONTACT
TELPHONE No. (area code 253)
PID General Manager
35 10 31 / 35 23 31
HORIZON DJIBOUTI TERMINAL
87 96 44 / 36 50 00 / 31 50 30
Port control / Duty officer
35 12 84 VHF 12 and 16
Port Secure
35 78 36
Port Immigration
35 02 89
Quarantine
35 12 84
Ambulance (emergency)
35 05 22
Fire Brigade (emergency)
35 05 22
Police
17
Hospital (Hospital emergency)
35 27 12
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Appendix 2.
BERTH LAYOUT and DESCRIPTION
Appendix 3.
MINIMUM MOORING ARRANGEMENT
Minimum Mooring Arrangement
2 Head/Stern Lines
2 Bow/Stern Breasts
2 Forward/Back Springs
Minimum Mooring Arrangement
BERTH LIMITS – ENVIRONMENTAL
PARAMETERS
Appendix 4
Berth Limits & Conditions
N
Toward Sea
Dangerous Wind
Quadrants
35 Knots
30
20
10
E
W
10
20
30
35 Knots
Toward city
S
LEGEND
CODE
0 - 20knots
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CONDITION
SAFE CONDITIONS
ACTION
NORMAL OPERATIONS
20 - 30 knots ALERT CONDITIONS
MONITOR CLOSELY / STAND BY TO STOP
> 35 Knots
STOP OPERATIONS & DISCONNECT HOSES
UNSAFE CONDITIONS
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Appendix 5
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General Layout of Djibouti Port
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