RULES AND DOCK REGULATIONS
Revised December 2014
Any and all changes to this document will require issued revisions.
PREFACE
The following rules and regulations apply to all vessels that are docked at
IMTT-Bayonne. The mooring of any ship or barge at said Terminal shall constitute
the agreement by the owners, charterers, agents and operators thereof to these
conditions.
These rules provide for a broader Safety and Pollution Prevention at IMTT-Bayonne.
All vessels are subject to Terminal and Port Requirements. The following
information will be made available to ship agents prior to arrival at the Terminal.
The Master or Person-In-Charge of any vessel, while at the Terminal, shall have
adequate knowledge of these rules and regulations and ensure that his crewmembers
are fully informed of these requirements.
Vessels that do not fully comply with all the requirements of these Terminal rules
and regulations may not be permitted to berth or may be asked by the Terminal
representative to immediately disconnect and leave the berth.
These conditions have been drawn to benefit all who use the facilities to the end that
all vessels are handled with as much dispatch as possible to reduce wasted time at
the docks for the benefit of all waiting vessels.
All vessels are required to have a current U.S. Coast Guard Inspection Certificate. If
the vessel loading or discharging transfer is stopped by the U.S. Coast Guard
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because the vessel requires an inspection or modifications, repairs, or is otherwise
found to be unfit to continue, the vessel shall promptly leave the dock until all
corrective measures have been taken.
Cargo Transfer Procedures/Security Procedures
Prior to the cargo transfer commencing, a representative from the Terminal will board your vessel to
hold a pre-transfer conference. Any questions about Terminal regulations and rules should be
discussed during this meeting. The details of the cargo transfer will be discussed and a joint
completion of the Declaration of Inspection, the Declaration of Security, and the
requirements for the Current Marine Security (Marsec) Level will be performed.
Communications
The official language of the Terminal is English.
Therefore, you must have personnel on duty at all times who can communicate in English with the
dock personnel. Transfers will not commence nor continue until a person speaking adequate English
is provided on the vessel.
It is the responsibility of the Captain / Chief Mate to report any issue, perceived or real, with their
vessel or vessels in adjacent berths to both the dock personnel and the Traffic Department.
IMTT-Bayonne will provide all vessels with a portable radio to ensure verbal communications are
maintained at all times. If for any reason communication is lost between the IMTT-Bayonne dock
personnel and the vessel, the cargo transfer will be immediately shut down until communications are
re-established.
Vessel Crew
A crew list and Gate list MUST be provided to the Terminal by the agent PRIOR to
any visitors attending, or any crew members departing.
Vessel crew members are not allowed inshore.
Those personnel that desire to depart the Terminal must make arrangements
through their respective agents or representatives, to provide transportation.
No outside livery cars are permitted within the Terminal. Livery Drivers must sign
in at the Traffic Department, and a Terminal Representative will handle all
In-Terminal Transportation. No one is allowed to walk within the confines of the
Terminal.
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Master warrants that the Owner has a policy on Drug and Alcohol Abuse ("POLICY") that is
applicable to this vessel, and that it meets or exceeds the standard in the Oil Companies International
Marine Forum Guidelines for the Control of Drugs and Alcohol Onboard Ship ("OCIMF
Guidelines"). Master further warrants that this policy will remain in effect during the term of its
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berthing at IMTT-Bayonne provided facilities. Master further warrants that he shall exercise due
diligence to ensure compliance to the Policy. For the purpose of this clause and the OCIMF
Guidelines, alcohol impairment shall be defined as a blood alcohol content of 40mg/100ml or
greater; the appropriate seafarers to be tested shall be all vessel officers and the drug/alcohol testing
and screening shall include random testing of the officers with a frequency to ensure that each officer
is tested at least once a year.
Minimum Number of Vessel Crew
All vessels must at all times be adequately manned for fire fighting, vacating the berth in an
emergency, and conducting all anticipated cargo, or ballasting operations.
Minimum Number of Barge Tanker men
At least one Tankerman will be on deck watch during all cargo transfers.
At no time will the vessel be left unattended while at this facility.
Stores and Bunker Deliveries
The taking of stores while at the dock is prohibited.
Delivery of Bulk Fuels is only permitted at piers A, 5B, and 6N, and only with Terminal
permission. Delivery of lubricants and other liquids (i.e. dirty ballast, potable water)
is strictly prohibited!
Barges are forbidden alongside vessels at our 5C facility!
Cargo Procedures
IMTT-Bayonne will not accept, for handling, any ship or barge that carries bulk LNG or
LPG
Grounding Contingency Plan
If a ships grounds within the confines of the berth due to shoaling or obstructions,
miscalculated Under Keel Clearance or draft,
 If loading the vessel, loading should be suspended, notify the Terminal and the US Coast
Guard, and if possible, start off-loading or wait for the next high water.
 If unloading the vessel, continue with the process.
Soundings to be taken annually, and the Dock Rules will be updated accordingly.
Berthing and Mooring
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Line Handlers
Line handlers are required for all ships and those barges that are equipped with wire cables. Line
handlers are for the vessel's owners or operators account and will be coordinated through their
designated representative(s). IMTT-Bayonne does not accept responsibility or liability for line
handlers and their performance.
Tugs
We require the use of adequately powered tugs to ensure control of the vessel's movement during arrival and
departure, particularly in the event of a breakdown of the vessel's propulsion or steerage while arriving or
departing our piers. The Terminal does not provide tugs. Your agent should make all arrangements for docking
and undocking prior to your arrival.
Anchors
Anchors shall not be used except in emergencies.
In those cases, dock personnel should be advised immediately.
Docking Practices
Ships are normally docked by maneuvering the ship parallel to the berth at a safe distance of the
berth. The ship should then be pushed in by the tug so as to establish minimum impact
(0.2 feet per second) with the berth. Approach angle in excess of 10 degrees must be avoided.
5C MINIMUM BERTHING RESTRICTIONS
VESSELS WITH DEADWEIGHT OF BETWEEN 40,000 AND 80,000 TONS
12 LINES WILL BE REQUIRED FOR TIE UP:
2 BOW
2 SPRING FORWARD
2 BREAST FORWARD
2 STERN
2 SPRING AFT
2 BREAST AFT
VESSELS WITH DEADWEIGHT OF BETWEEN 80,000 AND 130,000 TONS
14 LINES WILL BE REQUIRED FOR TIE UP:
3 BOW
2 SPRING FORWARD
2 BREAST FORWARD
3 STERN
2 SPRING AFT
2 BREAST AFT
PIER “A” MINIMUM BERTHING RESTRICTIONS
VESSELS WITH DEADWEIGHT OF 80,000 OR GREATER
14 LINES WILL BE REQUIRED FOR TIE UP:
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3 BOW
2 SPRING FORWARD
2 BREAST FORWARD
3 STERN
2 SPRING AFT
2 BREAST AFT
Wind Restrictions
In the event of sustained winds of 40 m.p.h.,
vessels berthed at piers “A”, 5C and pier 9t will be required to cease operations,
and disconnect cargo hoses until wind conditions subside.
Mooring
 The general mooring layout should be symmetric to the center of the vessel.
 Breast lines should lead from points as near to the ends of the vessel as possible.
 Lines in the same service (breast lines, head lines, stern lines, etc.) should be the same length,
size, and material.
 Line lengths in excess of 165 feet are subject to excessive elongation under load and should
be avoided when possible.
 Line lengths less than 115 feet are subject to excessive load due to changes in vessel draft
and should be avoided when possible.
 Wire lines in the same service (head lines, spring lines, etc.) should not be fitted with tails
unless all lines in that service are so fitted.
 Vertical angles between mooring lines and the dock surface in excess of 30 degrees at any
time during the transfer operation should be avoided when possible.
 All mooring lines should be kept taut at all times. Lines not on mooring winches should be
made fast on bits or other approved equipment after they are heaved in after being secured
on shore.
 On vessels with tension winches, the winches should be set for manual operation and the
brakes securely applied.
 Breast lines should be as near perpendicular as possible to the longitudinal axis of the vessel.
If a line is more than 15 degrees off a line perpendicular to the axis of the vessel, the line
does not fully contribute to the fulfillment of the breast line requirements.
 Spring lines should run as parallel as possible to the edge of the dock. If a line is more than
15 degrees off parallel, this line does not contribute to the fulfillment of the spring line
requirements.
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 Lines that are frayed, burred, or otherwise damaged or in disrepair, must be replaced; dock
personnel will not accept such lines.
Responsibility of Owner and Master
 The owner and or operator of the vessel, as well as the Master of each vessel using the
Terminal facilities is responsible for the condition of that vessel, and the Master shall be
responsible for the safe and business like conduct of personnel and operations on board the
vessel while alongside our Terminal.
 The Terminal accepts no responsibility for the condition of any vessel alongside the
Terminal, whether inspected or not, nor does the Terminal accept any responsibility for the
safe conduct of operations on board the vessels.
 At a minimum, all procedures used by the vessel must conform to the latest edition of the
International Safety Guide for Oil Transfers and Terminals (ISGOTT) Manual.
Ship Movement
Vessel Personnel are responsible to ensure that the vessel lines are kept taut and secure at all times.
Make sure your deck watch stays continually alert for vessel movement. If the vessel moves more
than one meter away from the dock or in either direction along the dock, all cargo operations should
be stopped and proper manifold valves closed. Such movement may indicate a problem with the
moor; therefore, operations will not be resumed until the situation has been examined and/or
corrected.
Gangways
Gangways must be supplied by your vessel and must be rigged properly and safely with handrails.
Your vessel will not be considered "docked" until a suitable gangway is provided. No one should
leave or board the vessel except by way of the gangway.
Vessels must provide a life ring attached with not less than 100 feet of lifeline attached and
positioned on the vessel near the gangway.
Manifold Valves and Fittings
 All manifold valves and fittings outboard of the first fixed support to the vessels deck, and
including at least the first block valve that is to be used in the transfer of cargo, shall be
made of steel. Cast Iron or Nodular Iron Valves and fittings are not acceptable, nor are
butterfly valves permitted at this facility.
 The owner and/or agents will be required to supply information in advance regarding the
material of construction of such valves and fittings and will be required to warrant that such
valves and fittings are not of Cast Iron or Nodular Iron.
 Only one spacer or reducer, which may be made of steel or other U.S. Coast Guard
approved material (Except Cast and Nodular Iron), will normally be allowed between the
vessel's valves and the cargo transfer hose or arm. Spacers and reducers are to be supplied
by the vessel.
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 In all cases, the points of connection between the vessel's manifold and the cargo transfer
hose or arm shall be completely over the permanent fixed containment system.
Connection of Cargo Transfer Arm or Hoses
 All vessels shall provide the personnel and the materials required to make all on board hose
and/or arm connections necessary for the loading or discharge. Terminal personnel will
only provide hoses or arms to the Vessels rail.
 Each cargo transfer arm or hose shall be connected to a fixed piping system on the vessel
and properly supported to prevent strain on its coupling.
 When connecting the cargo transfer arm or hoses, flange faces should be in proper
alignment, a single new ring gasket shall be used, and every hole shall be properly bolted.
 When starting to transfer the cargo, the vessel’s Officer on duty shall check the cargo
transfer arm or hose for possible leaks. The vessel's Officer shall be stationed at the vessels
manifold and the Terminal representative shall be at the Terminal's manifold each time a
transfer is started.
 When transfer operations are completed, the cargo transfer arm or hoses shall be drained
into the Vessel. The Vessel personnel are responsible for removing and reinstalling hose or
loading arm blank flanges. The Terminal personnel as required will provide gaskets and the
blank flanges must be properly secured as required by current U.S. Coast Guard regulations.
 Only one loading arm or hose shall be disconnected and returned ashore at a time.
Vacating Berth
The Master or Officer-in-Charge of a vessel shall cooperate fully and promptly with any request to
take on ballast or vacate the berth when such action is deemed necessary for the safety of the
Terminal and/or vessel by the Terminal Manager or U.S. Coast Guard, after due regard for local
hazards to navigation affecting vessel movement.
Pre-notice of Pumping Rate Changes
Terminal and/or Vessel personnel should give a 15-minute notice
of any anticipated change in the cargo transfer rates.
Boilers - Hot Work - Open Flame
No boilers are allowed to operate; hot work procedures (burning or welding)
nor open flames are allowed without prior approval of the Terminal.
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H2S Treatment
#6oil cargo with an average H2S >50PPM or any one (1) compartment >100PPM shall be treated
with H2S Scavenger (Shore Side) upon discharge.
Wharfage
No Wharfage fees are charged for berthing at piers for normal cargo transfers,
but, are charged for vessels that cause undue delay or expense.
You will be notified when this occurs.
Wharfage when assessed will be at the following rates:
Piers “A”, 5B, 5C, 9T
Piers 1, 3, 6
And 7 (Berths 5 and 6)
US $ 1,750.00
per hour
US $ 1,000.00
per hour
Remaining Berths
US $ 500.00
per hour
IMTT-Bayonne
Pier Description and Limitations
Please consult with the Traffic Department to coordinate docking.
IMTT-Bayonne may increase or decrease dock handling parameters on a case by case basis.
All drafts are MLW Brackish, based on annual soundings as of January 2014.
At the discretion of the Pilot, Vessels with drafts equating to or exceeding MLW,
should arrive during Rising to High Tide.
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Pier "A"
LOA
875’ (T-Head Pier)
DWT
130,000
BEAM
Unlimited; > 160’ shall be evaluated
On case by case basis
45’ 6” MLW
DRAFT
BCM
Chicksan Arms (12") 60’ Air Draught @ MLW
Unlimited Port side to
440’ Starboard side to
7’0 Minimum freeboard
Upon IMTT’s request, vessels shall cease cargo transfer disconnect and shift forward (west) to accommodate ship
movements in and out of berth 1/west, then reposition and resume operations immediately.
Pier One
LOA
WEST
700'
EAST
650'
BEAM
115'
94'
DRAFT
33’ MLW
26’ MLW
BCM
340'
320'
Pier Three
LOA
WEST
500'
EAST
400'
BEAM
80'
90'
DRAFT
29’ 6” MLW
15’ 6” MLW
BCM
235'
205'
Pier Four
LOA
WEST
350'
EAST
375'
BEAM
80'
110'
DRAFT
16’ MLW
18’ 6” MLW
BCM
200'
188'
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Pier Five "B"
LOA
750'
BEAM
Unlimited
DRAFT
37’ MLW
BCM: Unlimited
43 foot maximum freeboard from MLW to ship manifold
5 foot minimum freeboard for barges.
Pier Five "C"
LOA - SHIP
930'
DWT 130,000
LOA - BARGE
MIN 218’ / MAX 460’
BEAM
150’
DRAFT
45’ 6” MLW
BCM - SHIP: 465’
BCM - BARGE: MID 1/3
MINIMUM FREEBOARD DRAFT: 5’6 MLW
Pier Six North
LOA
Forward Tower
832'
DWT
90,000
BEAM
150'
150'
DRAFT
34’ 6” MLW
34’ 6” MLW
BCM
245'
56' MLW Maximum hose reach for Forward Tower.
57' MLW Maximum hose reach for Mid-ship Tower.
Pier Six South
LOA
700'
DWT
90,000
BEAM
125'
BCM:
33'
DRAFT
35’ MLW
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832'
375'
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Pier Seven
LOA
BERTH #2
200'
BERTH #2.5
320’
BEAM
Unlimited
Unlimited
DRAFT
24'0 MLW
24' MLW
BCM
100'
160'
Pier Seven
LOA
BERTH #3
250’
BERTH #4
400'
BEAM
Unlimited
Unlimited
DRAFT
23’5 MLW
24’ 6” MLW
BCM
125’
200'
Pier Seven
LOA
BERTH #5
450”
BERTH #6
450'
BEAM
Unlimited
Unlimited
DRAFT
25’ 6” MLW
26’ 6” MLW
BCM:
230’
250’
Pier Eight
LOA
Manifold 1
430'
Manifold 2
BEAM
Unlimited
BCM:
200’
DRAFT
25’ 6” MLW
Pier Nine
LOA
300'
BEAM
65’
BCM:
150’
DRAFT
15' MLW
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Pier Nine T
LOA
750’
BEAM
110’
BCM
375’
Draft
45’ MLW
BARGES: minimum LOA 250
Pier Seven Notes:
 LOA Restrictions for Berths 2, 2.5, 3, and 4, and BCM Restrictions for Berths 3 and 4 are dependent upon
vessels at other berths.
 BCM for Berth 5 is limited to 200' if beam is greater than 67'.
 Beam for Berth 5 is limited to 67' if BCM is greater than 200'.
Pier Eight Notes:
 Maximum 125,000 Barrel Barges Only.
Pier Nine Notes:
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IMTT-Bayonne Tanker Receipt Pre-Discharge Conference

Vessel Name
_____________________________________________

Customer
_____________________________________________

Product
_____________________________________________

Quantity
_____________________________________________

# Of Arms or Hoses _____________________________________________

# Of Shore Tanks

Expected Discharge Rate ___________________________________________
_____________________________________________
(115 min/max psi required on shore manifold – for Petroleum Products)
(As directed by ML Operations Supervisors – for ML Products)

Expected Number of Tank Swings ___________________________________

Estimated Finish Time

Load port

IMTT Radio Number_____________________________________________

Radio Checked OK

# Of Extra Batteries

This Date
____________________________________________

Registry
____________________________________________

Last Cargo
____________________________________________
___________________________________________
____________________________________________
YES_______________NO_____________________
____________________________________________
No vessel shall be permitted to discharge vapors to the atmosphere at any time during cargo
operations other than a prearranged scheduled activity while berthed at any IMTT-Bayonne
supplied dock.
Acknowledged Receipt of Dock Rules and Regulations
Signed: _______________________________________________________
Vessel Representative
Signed: _______________________________________________________
IMTT-Bayonne Representative
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All marine tank vessel loadings shall be accomplished in accordance with all Federal and State environmental regulations. Marine vapor control
shall be used when applicable. Ballasting operations are prohibited, unless in accordance with N.J.A.C. 7:27-16.5.
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