In 2002 the port was used by 665 vessels with a total deadweight of 20 121 682 tonnes.

Port Authority 8.111

The Port of Mariupol' Authority, Admirala Lunina Pr.99, Port of Mariupol' 341010, Donetsk Region, Ukraine.

Limiting conditions

Controlling depths 8.112

Least depths of dredged approach channels:

Ugol'naya Havan' approach channel. 8-6 m (2001).

Port Azovstal ' approach channel. 4-6 m (2002).

Havan Shmidta approach channel. 3-4 m (1986).

Under-keel clearance should be at least 15 cm. For the latest controlling depths, mariners should consult the local harbour and pilotage authorities.

Maximum size of vessel. Under-keel clearance must be at least 15 cm. Maximum draught about 80 m, no length or beam restrictions.

Density of water 1. 005 g/cm³.

Ice. All year round navigation is possible, but for 2 to 3 months is only possible for ice strengthened vessels with ice breaker assistance.

Arrival information

Port radio 8.113

See Admiralty List of Radio Signals Volume 6(3) for details.

Anchorages 8.115

Area No 457, with depths of 6 to 9 m, lies E of the Ugol'naya Havan' approach channel, as shown on the chart.

Area No 458, with depths of 5 to 6 m, mud, lies close N of Area No 457 as shown on the chart.

Pilots 8.116

Pilotage is compulsory for all foreign vessels (8.5). Port pilots are embarked in vicinity of No 1 buoy and should be ordered 4 hours in advance.

If the wind speed exceeds 27 kn, ships should anchor and await better weather.

It has been reported that the sea pilot embarked at Kerch Strait may also carry out the duties of Port Pilot.

Tugs 8.117

Tugs are available. Their use is compulsory when berthing.

Vessels of 1500 grt or more must employ 2 tugs. Tugs should be ordered 40 minutes before entering port.

Regulations concerning entry 8.118

Entry and movement along the channel is prohibited without the permission of the Port Director.

Time of entry. No restrictions.

Overtaking in Ugol'naya Havan' approach channel is not permitted between buoys Nos 9 and 10 and the harbour entrance.

Two-way traffic in the approach channel is permitted, except in poor visibility.

Berthing within the port is not permitted when wind speeds exceed 27 kn.

Speed limit. 8 kn except in vicinity of the training wall, Ograditel'naya Damba, (47°02'N, 37°30'E), where it is 3 kn. Speed may be increased if necessary to keep within the channel.

Signals. Vessels with a draught of 6-8 m or more, proceeding in the approach channels, must show the signals required by Rule 28 of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (1972).

Harbour

General layout 8.121

Port Mariupol' consists of two harbour areas:

Port Azovstal' and Havan' Shmidta, at the mouth of Richka Kal'mius, close E of the city. Port Mariupol', 3 miles SW of the mouth of Richka Kal'mius. Port Mariupol' is the main port.

For the detailed layout of the two harbour areas, the chart is the best guide. Works in Port Mariupol' continue on Razdelitel'nyy Pirs (berths 8 and 9).

Principal marks 8.122

Landmarks:

Obelisk (47°02'-7N, 37°29'-3E), a white square stone with spire, 20 m in height. Chimney (47°03'-5N, 37°29'-9E).

Elevator (47°03'-6N, 37°30'5E).

Television mast (47°05'1N, 37°31'-7E).

Major lights:

Ugol'naya Havan' Approach Channel middle and rear leading lights (8.123).

Directions

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Ugol'naya Havan' approach channel 8.123