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PORT OF ASHBURTON PORT HANDBOOK
PORT OF ASHBURTON
PORT HANDBOOK
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. AIM….. ......................................................................................................................... 6
2. ROLE OF THE PILBARA PORTS AUTHORITY ........................................................... 6
3. WHEATSTONE PROJECT .......................................................................................... 6
4. LOCATION OF THE PORT .......................................................................................... 6
5. APPROACHES TO PORT............................................................................................ 6
6. PORT OF ASHBURTON LNG CHANNEL .................................................................... 6
7. ASHBURTON VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE (VTS) ..................................................... 7
7.1 DEFINITIONS OF INS AND TOS: ................................................................................... 7
7.2 VTS COVERAGE AREA:................................................................................................. 7
7.3 PARTICIPATION OF VESSELS: ..................................................................................... 8
7.4 NEW INFORMATION TO BE REPORTED BY VESSELS OPERATING WITHIN THE
VTS COVERAGE AREA: ............................................................................................. 8
7.5 ASHBURTON VTS CONTACTS:..................................................................................... 8
7.6 VESSELS NOT TO TRANSIT THROUGH MARKED ANCHORAGES............................. 8
7.7 PORT OF ASHBURTON VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICES COVERAGE AREA ................ 9
8. VESSEL COMMUNICATIONS ....................................................................................10
9. VESSEL NOTIFICATION OF ARRIVAL ......................................................................10
10. PILOT BOARDING GROUND .....................................................................................11
11. MATERIALS OFFLOADING FACILITY (MOF) ............................................................11
11.1 CURRENT DECLARED DEPTHS AS OF 14TH JUNE 2017 .......................................11
11.2 MATERIALS OFFLOADING FACILITY (MOF) OPERATING PARAMETERS .............12
12. WHEATSTONE MARINE TERMINAL (WMT)..............................................................12
12.1 DRAFT AND FREEBOARD .........................................................................................13
12.1.1 ARRIVAL DRAFTS ..........................................................................................13
12.1.2 ALONGSIDE THE BERTHS ............................................................................13
12.1.3 DEPARTURE AND TRANSIT DRAFTS ...........................................................13
12.2 ARRIVAL COMMUNICATIONS ...................................................................................13
12.3 KEY FACTS OF THE WMT .........................................................................................14
13. MOORING LINES .......................................................................................................15
13.1 MOF…. .......................................................................................................................15
13.2 WMT…. .......................................................................................................................16
14. PILOTAGE ..................................................................................................................16
14.1 COMPULSORY PILOTAGE ........................................................................................16
14.2 EXEMPTIONS FROM COMPULSORY PILOTAGE.....................................................16
14.3 PILOTAGE EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE (PEC) ..........................................................17
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14.3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ..............................................................................17
14.3.2 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS ..........................................................................17
14.3.3 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS....................................................................18
14.3.4 MAINTAINING THE VALIDITY OF A PILOTAGE EXEMPTION
CERTIFICATE..……………………………………………………………………………….18
14.3.5 REVOKING A PILOT LICENSE OR A PILOTAGE EXEMPTION
CERTIFICATE… .........................................................................................................18
15. PILOTAGE SERVICE PROVIDERS ............................................................................18
16. TOWAGE ....................................................................................................................19
17. VESSEL SPEED .........................................................................................................19
18. UNDER KEEL CLEARANCE .......................................................................................19
19. MARINE OPERATIONS ..............................................................................................20
19.1 MAIN ENGINE IMMOBILISATION ..............................................................................20
19.2 LIFE BOAT DRILLS ....................................................................................................20
19.3 DIVING OPERATIONS ...............................................................................................20
20. ANCHORAGES ...........................................................................................................20
21. MOORINGS ................................................................................................................21
22. RECREATIONAL VESSEL SAFETY ...........................................................................21
23. REPORTING TO THE HARBOUR MASTER...............................................................21
24. WEATHER CONDITIONS ...........................................................................................22
25. TIDAL INFORMATION ................................................................................................22
26. MARINE NOTICES .....................................................................................................23
27. PORT SECURITY .......................................................................................................23
28. CYCLONES ................................................................................................................23
29. SAFE HAVEN .............................................................................................................25
30. SERVICES AVAILABLE ..............................................................................................25
31. BUNKERING ...............................................................................................................25
32. FRESH WATER ..........................................................................................................25
33. AUSTRALIAN BORDER FORCE ................................................................................25
34. GARBAGE AND REPAIRS .........................................................................................25
35. MEDICAL ....................................................................................................................25
36. OIL POLLUTION RESPONSE ....................................................................................25
37. MARINE ENVIRONMENT ...........................................................................................26
38. BIOFOULING MANAGEMENT AND BALLAST WATER EXCHANGE ........................26
38.1 BIOFOULING MANAGEMENT ....................................................................................26
38.2 BALLAST WATER EXCHANGE ..................................................................................27
39. MANAGEMENT AND DISCHARGE OF SHIPBOARD WASTES.................................28
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39.1 SEWAGE ....................................................................................................................28
39.2 OIL OR OILY MIXTURES............................................................................................29
39.3 GARBAGE ..................................................................................................................29
39.4 GREY WATER ............................................................................................................29
39.5 INCINERATOR ...........................................................................................................29
39.6 CARGO HOLD WASHING / CLEANING .....................................................................29
39.7 DECK WASHING / CLEANING ...................................................................................30
40. ATTACHMENTS: ........................................................................................................31
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EMERGENCY CONTACTS FOR THE PORT OF ASHBURTON
Call sign: Ashburton VTS
VHF Channel 14 and VHF Channel 16
Port of Dampier Vessel Traffic Service Centre
Landline phone: +61 8 9159 6556 (available 24hrs, 7 days)
Mobile phone: +61 (0) 428 888 800 (if unable to connect to
above landline)
Email: dampier.vts@pilbaraports.com.au
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1. AIM
The aim of this publication is to provide mariners operating within or visiting the Port of
Ashburton with relevant information about the port and its immediate surroundings.
2. ROLE OF THE PILBARA PORTS AUTHORITY
The Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) operates under the auspices of the Western Australian
Port Authorities Act 1999 (The Act) and the Western Australian Port Authorities Regulations
2001 (The Regulations). The Act and Regulations will take precedence over this document in
the event of any conflict between the two. The Act and the Regulations are administered by
the PPA Port of Ashburton Harbour Master and his / her delegates.
Mariners operating within the Port of Ashburton port limits are expected to comply with any
direction given by the Harbour Master or his / her delegates.
3. WHEATSTONE PROJECT
The Port of Ashburton is currently solely used for the Chevron Wheatstone Liquefied Natural
Gas (LNG) project. Construction activity commenced in early 2013 and is expected to
continue until the end of 2017. Construction has involved a significant dredging campaign to
establish a navigation channel, a Materials Offloading Facility (MOF), and an LNG Product
Loading Facility (PLF). Gas exports are expected to commence 3rd quarter 2017.
4. LOCATION OF THE PORT
The Port of Ashburton is located about 12 km west of the town of Onslow and 131 nautical
miles West South West of the Port of Dampier in Western Australia‟s Pilbara region. The Port
of Ashburton and the Port of Onslow share a common port boundary. The Port of Ashburton
gazetted port limits are depicted at attachments 1 and 2 of this document.
5. APPROACHES TO PORT
There are two routes that can be considered by international commercial vessels when
planning their approach to the Port of Ashburton.
Route 1: It is recommended that vessels approaching the Port of Ashburton from the West or
North pass North East of Bessieres Island (21°31.5‟S 114°46.0‟E) to position 21°32.0‟S
114°50.0‟E, thence approach the port and the designated anchorage on an Easterly course.
Route 2: It is recommended that all LNG & Condensate vessels approach the port from the
North East transiting the Port of Onslow South of Airlie Island.
In the Port of Onslow, pilotage is compulsory for vessels over 500 GRT if the Master of the
vessel is not pilot exempt. Vessels intending to use this approach should request a pilot at
least 24 hours in advance through Ashburton VTS either directly or via their local agent. The
pilot will board the vessel to the South East of Sultan Reef at Ashburton PBG(A).
6. PORT OF ASHBURTON LNG CHANNEL
The Port of Ashburton LNG channel runs for 8.6 nautical miles (nm) in a direction of
193.7/013.7ºT (Degrees True), which then opens up to a 600 m diameter PLF swing
basin.
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The approach channel, PLF turning basin and the PLF berth are dredged to a depth
of 13.5 metres (m) referenced to Lowest Astronomical Tide (LAT).
The WMT jetty is orientated in a direction of 150 / 330ºT
A snapshot of Chart AUS 743 has been included in Appendix E, Figure E-2, which
indicates the preferred track for LNG carriers and Condensate tankers approaching
from open waters, passing to the east and south of Taunton reef and thence south
westerly to the Ashburton PBG (A).
7. ASHBURTON VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE (VTS)
The Pilbara Ports Authority (PPA) – Port of Dampier is authorised as a Vessel Traffic Service
(VTS) Authority in accordance with the provisions of Marine Order 64 (Vessel Traffic
Services) 2013 (MO64) and pursuant to the listed schedule and coordinates for the Port of
Ashburton and Surrounds.
Call sign - „Ashburton VTS‟.
Ashburton VTS is authorised to render the following services as defined in the guidelines for
VTS mentioned in IMO resolution A.857 (20):
1. Information Service (INS)
2. Traffic Organisation Service (TOS)
7.1 DEFINITIONS OF INS AND TOS:
INS is defined as provision of relevant information at appropriate times and on
request for the promulgated VTS area.
TOS is defined as a service to prevent the development of dangerous maritime traffic
situations and to provide for the safe and efficient movement of vessel traffic within
the declared VTS area.
Note: Ashburton VTS is not authorised to provide a Navigational Assistance Service
(NAS).
Ashburton VTS may provide NAS on a „need to‟ basis under the direction of the
Harbour Master.
7.2 VTS COVERAGE AREA:
The VTS coverage area includes all of the port waters extending to the extremities of
the port limits. Additionally, areas outside of the port limits are also covered by the
VTS service. The coverage area is shown in the chartlet at the end of this section.
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7.3 PARTICIPATION OF VESSELS:
It is mandatory for all vessels greater than 35 metres and operating within the VTS
coverage area to participate in the VTS. Additionally;
All commercial vessels when operating within the VTS coverage area
will be required to participate in the VTS reporting requirements.
The Ashburton VTS may request any other vessel entering the VTS
coverage area to participate in the VTS reporting requirements.
7.4 NEW INFORMATION TO BE REPORTED BY VESSELS OPERATING WITHIN
THE VTS COVERAGE AREA:
Vessels operating in the VTS coverage area will now be required to provide the
following information to the VTS:
1. Dangerous goods on board (Class numbers only) – This should be
reported prior to arriving port limits and prior departing the berth
2. Declaration that the vessel has no defects affecting the safe navigation
of the vessel - This should be reported prior to arriving port limits and
prior departing the berth
7.5 ASHBURTON VTS CONTACTS:
The Ashburton VTS can be contacted by:
1. Landline phone – (08) 91596556 (available 24hrs, 7 days)
2. Mobile phone (if unable to connect to above landline) – 0428 888 800
3. Email: dampier.vts@pilbaraports.com.au
4. VHF Channels 14 and 16
7.6 VESSELS NOT TO TRANSIT THROUGH MARKED ANCHORAGES
The Ashburton Harbour Master does not permit vessels to transit through the marked
anchorage areas. Transiting through an anchorage area will be treated as a
nonconformance under VTS regulations.
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7.7 PORT OF ASHBURTON VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICES COVERAGE AREA
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8. VESSEL COMMUNICATIONS
The official radio channel for Ashburton VTS is VHF Channel 14. Ashburton VTS also keeps
a watch on VHF channel 16. Ashburton VTS is manned 24 hours a day except in the event of
an approaching cyclone or other emergency (in which case port users will be advised of
alternate contact details).
Vessels operating within the Port of Ashburton should maintain a continuous listening watch
on VHF Channel 14 and VHF Channel 16 at all times.
Wheatstone Pilots operate on VHF Channel 68 as the primary contact and communications
channel with VHF Channel 13 being their backup channel. All vessels operating in port
waters and the surrounding area are requested to keep these channels clear at all times.
Table 8-1: VHF Channels
VHF User Allocation Comments
16 All vessels Calling and International general calling and emergency frequency
Distress
14 Ashburton VTS Port Port of Ashburton Vessel Traffic Service.
Movements Call Sign “Ashburton VTS”
68 Wheatstone Marine Pilots WMT Pilots and Tugs for pilotage and mooring operations
Terminal (WMT) Call sign “Wheatstone Pilots”
13 WMT Pilot Back up channel for pilotage and mooring operations
6 Vessels/Port General Port General Working Channel
Operator Operations
9. VESSEL NOTIFICATION OF ARRIVAL
All vessels that intend to visit the Port of Ashburton are required to provide Ashburton VTS
with appropriate notice of arrival. The requirements for these notifications and other
communication requirements have been provided in Attachment 7 of this document.
Vessel Masters must request a licensed marine pilot to board their vessel if they have not
been given an exemption from pilotage by the Port of Ashburton Harbour Master. A pilot can
be requested by sending Ashburton VTS an email at Dampier.vts@pilbaraports.com.au at
least 7 days prior to arrival.
Request for pilotage is to include the following information:
Vessel‟s name and call sign
Master‟s name
Estimated Time of Arrival at Port of Ashburton (PBG-A or PBG-B)
Lloyd‟s Register/IMO (International Maritime Organisation) number
Draught forward and aft, plus LOA (length overall)
Number of crew on board
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Confirmation that all navigation equipment is working satisfactorily
Destination and purpose of operations within the Port of Ashburton
Expected duration of operations in the vicinity of the Wheatstone Project
Details of any hazardous cargo
Any mechanical defects or outstanding inspection deficiencies
Details of Pilot Exemption Certificate (if Master is pilot exempt for the Port of
Ashburton)
Declaration of security level
10. PILOT BOARDING GROUND
There are 2 Pilot boarding grounds for the Port of Ashburton.
Pilot Boarding Ground „A‟ (PBG - A) is located at Latitude 21 degrees 26.2 minutes South
and Longitude 115 degrees 07 minutes East outside the Port of Ashburton waters (in the
adjacent Port of Onslow waters) and is for LNG and Condensate vessels proceeding to the
Wheatstone Marine Terminal (WMT).
Pilot Boarding Ground „B‟ (PBG - B) is located south of the anchorages and north of the
compulsory pilot boarding grounds in position Latitude 21 degrees 35.85 minutes South and
Longitude 115 degrees 00.5 minutes East. This is used for vessels that will be proceeding to
the MOF.
Both the pilot boarding grounds are located outside the compulsory pilotage area. The
locations of the pilot boarding grounds are shown on the chartlet at Attachment 3 of this
document.
Vessels that require a pilot must note the pilot‟s instructions promulgated through Ashburton
VTS. The pilot will board a vessel at sea by pilot boat.
11. MATERIALS OFFLOADING FACILITY (MOF)
A Materials Offloading Facility exists at the Port of Ashburton. This facility was constructed
for the development of the Wheatstone Gas Plant. Currently vessels that are working on the
Wheatstone Gas Plant are allowed use of this facility and include support vessels for WMT.
There are three berths at the Materials Offloading Facility – East Quay, South Quay and
West RO-RO berth. There are also a set of tug pens for the 4 tugs and pilot boat used for
WMT operations. The table below shows the minimum available depth within the berthing
pockets of the Materials Offloading Facility and the approach channel / turning basin.
11.1 CURRENT DECLARED DEPTHS AS OF 14TH JUNE 2017
Facility name Declared depth at Lowest Astronomical Tide (LAT)
MOF Tug Pens 6.8 metres
Navigation channel and turning basin 6.9 metres
MOF Eastern Quay berth pocket 7.8 metres
MOF Southern Quay berth pocket 7.9 metres
MOF Western RO-RO 7.8 metres
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Chartlets depicting the layout and associated specifications of the Materials
Offloading Facility, berth pockets and approach channel can be found at attachment 4
of this handbook. Mariners should contact Ashburton VTS if further information on
these facilities is required.
11.2 MATERIALS OFFLOADING FACILITY (MOF) OPERATING PARAMETERS
The PPA Harbour Master, in consultation with Bechtel and Chevron Australia Pty. Ltd. have
agreed on a set of parameters that need to be addressed when planning a vessel‟s passage
to and from the MOF berth(s). These parameters are listed below and should be read in
conjunction with Section 12 (Towage). These parameters may be changed at any time
without notice to ensure the safety and efficiency of shipping operations in the Port.
Vessels arrivals and departures to and from the MOF wharf will be restricted to
daylight hours only. The vessels should either be alongside the wharf or clear of
the channel (outbound passage) before the onset of darkness
The average wind speed and the maximum 3 consecutive 10 minute gusts must
not exceed 20 knots with a steady or reducing forecast at the commencement of
the pilotage passage
Sea and swell conditions to be suitable for the vessel‟s passage through the
channel and the vessel‟s stay alongside the wharf
Vessels to have a suitable mooring plan that may be needed to be produced to
the Port of Ashburton Harbour Master if requested
12. WHEATSTONE MARINE TERMINAL (WMT)
The WMT is situated north of the Port of Ashburton breakwater, consisting of a single berth
and piled jetty structure with an alongside dredged depth of 13.5 m. This terminal is operated
by Chevron.
The berth is designed for LNG carriers and Condensate tankers of the following size ranges:
LNG carriers: 125,000 to 215,000 cubic metre (m3) capacity and a maximum
displacement of 147,000 Tonnes (MT)
Condensate tankers: 80,000 to 120,000 Deadweight Tonnes (DWT) and a maximum
displacement of 147,000 MT
The WMT has 4 escort class azimuth stern drive tugs of 80 MT bollard pull, which will
accompany the LNG carrier or Condensate tanker between the northern end of the channel
and the LNG berth and will be used to assist in the mooring / unmooring operation. At least
three tugs will be made fast to the LNG carrier or Condensate tanker for the entire channel
transit with the fourth tug escorting in a position determined by the pilot and ready to assist
Berthing and unberthing tug configurations are in accordance with the Chevron‟s vessel
arrival and departure procedures for the WMT.
A fast pilot boat with black hull and orange topsides will transfer WMT Operator‟s Pilot
Loading Master (PLM) to and from the LNG carriers and Condensate tankers.
In-depth details of the terminal are available in the „Wheatstone Marine Terminal Manual‟.
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12.1 DRAFT AND FREEBOARD
12.1.1 ARRIVAL DRAFTS
LNG carriers and Condensate tankers shall operate at drafts within their
normal operating parameters. To ensure manoeuvrability, the LNG
carrier‟s or Condensate tanker‟s trim shall not exceed 0.015 multiplied
by the Length Overall (LOA) [that is 1.5 percent of the LOA] and her
propeller shall be fully immersed at all times.
PLMs shall ensure that LNG carriers and Condensate tankers meet this
requirement prior to boarding.
12.1.2 ALONGSIDE THE BERTHS
A minimum UKC shall be maintained at all times by LNG carriers and
Condensate tankers alongside the WMT berth.
This minimum UKC alongside the berth must be at least 1 metre as per
the PIANC (Permanent International Association of Navigation
Congresses) guidelines.
LNG carriers shall as far as practicable, maintain an even keel whilst
alongside the WMT berth.
LNG carrier and Condensate tanker freeboard shall be such that the
manifold does not exceed the maximum envelope of the loading arms
and deck no higher than the maximum height of the gangway.
12.1.3 DEPARTURE AND TRANSIT DRAFTS
The minimum WMT channel transit UKC requirements for LNG carriers
and Condensate vessels are described in the Wheatstone Marine
Terminal Manual
This minimum UKC shall be determined in consultation with the LNG
carrier or Condensate tanker Master and PLM before commencing the
planned transit.
12.2 ARRIVAL COMMUNICATIONS
When within VHF radio range of the Port of Ashburton, all LNG carriers
and Condensate tankers are required to monitor VHF radio channels 14
and 16 for information regarding the movement of other vessels transiting
the port. Call sign is Ashburton VTS.
LNG carriers and Condensate tankers are to advise Ashburton VTS 3
hours prior to arriving at port limits of their ETA at port limits and other
relevant information (e.g. ETA at pilot boarding ground/ /maximum
draught /security level)
The PLM (Pilot Loading Master) shall contact the LNG carrier or
Condensate vessel via VHF radio channel 14 approximately 2 hours prior
to pilot boarding, and then switch to channel 68 once boarded(Working
Channel).
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12.3 KEY FACTS OF THE WMT
Terminal Facility Description
As described on chart AUS 64 (Lat 21 degrees 26.2 minutes South,
Pilot boarding ground „A‟ location Long 115 degrees 07 minutes East.)
Condensate tanker size range 80,000 to 120,000 DWT
LNG carrier capacity range 125,000 to approximately 215,000 m3
Maximum berthing displacement 147,000 DWT
Consists of an approx. 4.5 nautical mile approach track
from the PBG with a 8.6 nautical mile dredged channel
(235 metres wide, declared depth of -13.4 metres LAT)
Channel / Turning Circle
600 metre diameter turning circle dredged to 13.4 metres
LAT
Berth pocket dredged to -13.5 metres LAT
LNG carriers - Side Windage 9,000 m2 = 20 knots
Condensate tankers = 25 knots from all directions
Maximum channel transit speed 8.5knots
4 azimuth stern drive 80 tonne bollard pull tugs & 1 high
Harbour assist tugs & support vessels
speed pilot boat
4 Fentek SCN 2000 E1.9 conical fenders with 379 tonne
capacity provided with low friction pad panels sized to
produce maximum 140 kilopascal (kPa) hull pressure
Fender / capacity Top of panel @ LAT + 7.8 metres (m)
Centreline of fender @ LAT + 5.1 m
Centre of Panel @ LAT + 3.9 m
Bottom of panel @ LAT + 0.0 m
Berthing velocity operational maximum
0.10 metres per second (m/s)
limit
Berthing velocity design maximum limit 0.15 m/s
Aligned with LNG carrier / Condensate tanker bow out
Berth orientation
(port side alongside) 150 / 330 degrees T
Berth structure type Open Piled Trestle
5 x FMC LNG loading arms @ 4 m centres installed at
upper deck level (+18 m LAT)
Loading Platform
2 x FMC Condensate Loading arms @ 4m centres installed
at lower deck level (+ 13 m LAT)
Berthing line 3.5m off-loading platform face;
Fender line at loading platform
Distance between breasting dolphins (BD 1 to 4) is 115 m
4 breasting dolphins, fitted with conical fenders and panels
7.8 m high by 4.8 m wide
Breasting Dolphins (BD-1 to 4) Dolphins equipped with double 150 tonne Safe Working
Load (SWL) quick release hooks with mooring line load
monitoring
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Terminal Facility Description
6 mooring dolphins per loading platform
Mooring Dolphins (MD1 to 6) Dolphins equipped with triple 150 tonne SWL quick release
hooks equipped with mooring line load monitoring
Display boards located on breasting dolphins 2 & 3 at
Laser docking system
berth
Low level, low intensity lighting 1 light pole per mooring or
Lighting
breasting dolphin
13. MOORING LINES
13.1 MOF
Any incident of parted mooring lines at the MOF should be immediately
reported to Ashburton VTS on VHF 14.
All mooring lines used on the Wheatstone MOF are to be in good
condition with no joints, splices, shackles or knots (or bends) in them.
Prior approval of the Bechtel MOF manager is required before wire
mooring lines can be utilized.
The use of synthetic and wire mooring lines must be symmetrical and
there must be no mixed moorings in similar service.
Wherever possible synthetic mooring lines should be reeled on to
automatic tension winch drums, rather than fixed bollards.
At all times (24 hours per day) a competent person must be in attendance
to properly tend the mooring lines.
Mooring lines are to be kept tight and the ship kept firmly alongside and
parallel to the fender line.
The Port of Ashburton is administered under the auspices of PPA to which the
provisions of the Port Authorities Act 1999 apply. Under those provisions any vessels
moored alongside a berth in the Port that fails to tend or maintain her mooring lines
adequately may be issued an infringement notice under the Act and liable to a fine of
$20,000.00.
13.1.1 Mooring Line Configuration Guide at the Materials Offloading
Facility
HEAD AND
DWT BREAST SPRING
STERN
1000 to 10,000 2 1 2
10,000 to 25,000 3 1 2
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13.2 WMT
All LNG carrier and Condensate tanker mooring line loads are monitored by the
WMT‟s Mooring Load and Environmental Monitoring System (MEMS). After the LNG
carrier or Condensate tanker is alongside the berth and mooring lines have been pre-
tensioned, the system will be switched to „Berth Occupied‟ mode. The system will
initiate a pre-alarm or an alarm signal in the WMT CCR and PLM‟s laptop on board
the vessel should mooring line loads reach pre-set limits.
On completion of the mooring operation, final adjustments shall be made to the LNG
carrier or Condensate tanker mooring lines, if required, to ensure that all mooring
lines are correctly pre-tensioned as agreed between the PLM and Tanker Master.
Table below shows the applicable minimum and maximum mooring line load/tension
permitted at the berth.
13.2.1 Mooring Line Load Limits
Permissible Range Minimum Alarm Pre-alarm (metric Maximum Alarm
(metric tonne) (metric tonne) tonne) (metric tonne)
10 – 30 8 35 40
Further information on the management of mooring lines whilst at the
WMT is available in the Wheatstone Terminal Operating Manual.
14. PILOTAGE
14.1 COMPULSORY PILOTAGE
The Port of Ashburton has a designated compulsory pilotage area, depicted at
Attachment 3 of this document. The following vessels require a licensed marine pilot
within the compulsory pilotage area:
Any vessel over 35m Length Overall (LOA) or if engaged in towing, the
combined length of tow exceeding 35m, unless the Master holds a valid
Port of Ashburton PEC
Commercial fishing vessels over 35m LOA, unless the Master holds a
valid Port of Ashburton PEC
Towing operations where the combined length of the tow is greater than
120 meters, irrespective of whether a Master holds a valid Port of
Ashburton PEC
A vessel that requires the assistance of more than one tug (second tug
made fast or free running when assisting) to help with manoeuvring
A vessel that is directed to use the services of a licensed marine pilot by
the Harbour Master or his / her delegate
14.2 EXEMPTIONS FROM COMPULSORY PILOTAGE
The following categories of vessels shall be exempt from compulsory pilotage:
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Australian Defence Force vessels other than those used primarily to
transport troops, fuel, stores or equipment.
A vessel used for commercial fishing that is registered in Australia and
has a length overall not greater than 35 m;
Vessels less than 35m. This includes the combined length of tug and tow.
Vessels that:
Are under the command of a pilot exempt master and may be
moved under cover of the exempt master‟s „Pilotage Exemption
Certificate‟ (PEC),
Are being led by another vessel under the control of a pilot in the
circumstances outlined at Port Authorities Regulation 40, and
Are for the convenience of shipping in the Port or because the
vessel is engaged in dredging operations, exempted by the
Harbour Master from using pilotage services.
14.3 PILOTAGE EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE (PEC)
14.3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Masters and First Mates of specific vessels subject to compulsory
pilotage within the Port of Ashburton limits may apply for and be
issued with a PEC for specific areas within the port, subject to their
fitness and qualification both by examination and experience within
the Port of Ashburton.
Masters of vessels requiring a pilot that wish to operate within the
Port of Ashburton must either employ a licensed pilot or hold a
valid PEC. The Port of Ashburton Harbour Master may, in
exceptional circumstances, allow a vessel to be moved without the
need for a pilot / pilot exempt Master within an area of the port
deemed as a construction zone. Such a decision will be based on
a risk assessment process and consultation with all relevant
stakeholders but at the discretion of the Harbour Master.
14.3.2 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
The following training and administrative requirements need to be met
by any candidate wishing to apply for a Port of Ashburton Pilotage
Exemption Certificate (PEC):
4 runs by day (2 in and 2 out) and 2 runs by night (1 in and 1 out)
conducted under the guidance of a licensed marine pilot or PEC
Master (holding a valid PEC used at least once in the previous 6
months)
Runs to include the Ashburton shipping channel within the
compulsory pilotage area (South of Latitude 21°37‟S) and
Materials Offloading Facility
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A maximum of 4 runs in any combination can be completed in a
24-hour period
If any training run/s is/are carried out by a PEC Master, then at
least one additional check run is to be conducted by the licensed
marine pilot (1 run in or out)
Written and blank chart assessment (pass mark to be attained)
Complete and submit the application for a PEC available on the
Pilbara Port Authority website
14.3.3 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Copy of proof of Australian residency
Copy of a valid Australian Certificate of Competency or Certificate
of Recognition
Copy of a valid AMSA medical certificate
Proof of project related requirements being completed (e.g. local
knowledge certificate) (if required)
Letter of Endorsement by the licensed marine pilot
Results of PEC examination including blank chart assessment
14.3.4 MAINTAINING THE VALIDITY OF A PILOTAGE EXEMPTION
CERTIFICATE
A vessel‟s Master should carry out at least one movement through the
port using his / her PEC within a period of 6 months to maintain the
validity of the PEC.
Valid PEC holders must quote their PEC number to Ashburton VTS for
verification and logging each time their vessel enters, manoeuvers
within, or departs the port.
14.3.5 REVOKING A PILOT LICENSE OR A PILOTAGE EXEMPTION
CERTIFICATE
If, following an appropriate inquiry by Pilbara Ports Authority, a Pilot or
PEC holder is found to be responsible for a marine casualty or serious
incident, the Harbour Master may suspend or revoke the certificate
subject to informing the Pilot or PEC holder in writing of their intention to
do so under Section 57 of the Port Authorities Regulations 2001 (WA).
The Pilot or PEC holder must then return his suspended or revoked
certificate to PPA within 14 days whether or not the person intends to
appeal.
15. PILOTAGE SERVICE PROVIDERS
The pilotage service within the Port of Ashburton is licensed by the PPA in the form of a
„Pilotage Service Providers Licence‟ issued under the Western Australian Port Authorities
Regulations 2001. The pilotage service at the Port of Ashburton is currently provided by
Chevron Australia Pty Limited (CAPL)
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16. TOWAGE
Appropriate lights and shapes must be exhibited at all times. Pilot exempt Masters
engaged in towing operations must relay their intentions to Ashburton VTS prior to
commencing their tow.
A licensed pilot will be required for all barge movements which require the assistance of
more than one tug within the limit of compulsory pilotage regardless of the length of the
tow.
A licensed pilot will be required for all towage movements where the combined length of
the tow is greater than 120 meters.
Towage requirements for vessels are as follows:
For barge movements (windage area not excessive – e.g. rock,
construction materials on deck, ) – 2 tugs unless specified otherwise by
the Harbour Master
For barge movements (having large windage areas – e.g. modules on
deck) into and out of the MOF Wharf – 3 tugs unless specified otherwise
by the Harbour Master
For conventional vessels transporting modules and other construction
related cargo into and out of the MOF wharf – 2 tugs unless specified
otherwise by the Harbour Master
17. VESSEL SPEED
Mariners operating within the Port of Ashburton must have due regard to the various
activities that are expected to occur within the area. The range and location of these activities
change frequently and at times, without notice. Ashburton VTS regularly issues advice on
simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) and the speed zones established around these activities.
If a mariner is unsure of the speed limit that needs to be followed in his / her area of
operation, they should contact Ashburton VTS to seek clarification.
18. UNDER KEEL CLEARANCE
Vessel Masters should ensure the following under keel clearance requirements are met at all
times when operating within the Port of Ashburton. Operations should not be conducted
outside of these parameters without the permission of the Harbour Master.
A UKC allowance of 1.0m shall be applied for all vessels when operating within the Port
of Ashburton.
If the under keel clearance requirements cannot be met by the vessel for any reason, the
Harbour Master should be advised immediately through Ashburton VTS on VHF channel
14.
Masters should ensure that their vessels have adequate under keel clearance at all times
to enable departure from the berth in the event of an emergency situation. This would
include a situation where the weather conditions deteriorate and prevent a vessel from
safely laying alongside the berth.
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19. MARINE OPERATIONS
19.1 MAIN ENGINE IMMOBILISATION
Vessel‟s Main Engine Immobilisation may be carried out at the Port of Ashburton at
the discretion of the Harbour Master. The requests for a Main Engine Immobilisation
should be made in writing to Ashburton VTS. Main Engine Immobilisation is subject to
the following conditions as a minimum:
Safety precautions to be in place as per company Safety Management
System (SMS).
The amount of anchor cable veered is based on a published well-tried
formula and the Master‟s experience of the vessel.
The second anchor is available for immediate deployment.
The forecast wind speed is less than 20 knots during the course of the
immobilisation works.
The immobilisation is in daylight hours only.
The ship‟s position is regularly checked using GPS, Radar and visual
observations.
Ashburton VTS to be informed on VHF 14 on commencement and on
completion of the immobilisation works.
The Pilot is to be informed of the immobilisation works during the Pilot /
Master information exchange before commencing the inbound passage to
the berth.
The Harbour Master may require large vessels to have stand-by tug(s).
19.2 LIFE BOAT DRILLS
In water life boat drills may be carried out at the Port of Ashburton at the discretion of
the Harbour Master. The requests for an in water life boat drill should be made in
writing to Ashburton VTS. In water life boat drills are subject to the following
conditions as a minimum:
Drill is conducted at the Master‟s discretion in accordance with the vessel
safety management system.
Wind speed less than 15 knots.
Ashburton VTS is to be informed on VHF 14 on commencement and on
completion of the drill.
Life boats must stay well clear of the Security Zones.
19.3 DIVING OPERATIONS
Diving operations may be permitted at the Port of Ashburton at the discretion of the
Harbour Master. The request to carry out diving operations should be made in writing
to Ashburton VTS. Diving Operations should not proceed until positive confirmation
has been received by the dive company from Ashburton VTS.
20. ANCHORAGES
There are some designated anchorages within the Port of Ashburton that have been
established as waiting areas. Ashburton VTS will assign vessels to these anchorages as
required.
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A chartlet depicting the location of these anchorages can be found at Attachment 3 of this
document.
21. MOORINGS
There are no „cyclone‟ moorings for vessels located within the Port of Ashburton. Cyclone
moorings for most project vessels working at the Port of Ashburton are located at the
Mangrove Passage area.
22. RECREATIONAL VESSEL SAFETY
Recreational vessel operators should be aware that the Port of Ashburton is used by large
commercial vessels transiting through various areas of the port. At times these vessels will
be confined to operate within the specified channels due to under keel clearance
requirements.
Construction activity will continue to take place at various locations within the Port of
Ashburton until at least December 2017.
A boating safety exclusion zone has been established at the Port of Ashburton. This zone
encompasses the Materials Offloading Facility (MOF) breakwater structure and the LNG load
out facility. It is an offence for a recreational vessel to enter the boating safety exclusion zone
without permission. The extent of the boating safety exclusion zone is available at
Attachment 8 of this document.
23. REPORTING TO THE HARBOUR MASTER
Licensed pilots, pilot exemption certificate holders and mariners navigating within the Port
of Ashburton should report any anomalies in depths, positions of navigation markers or
other hazards to the Harbour Master as soon as practical. Ashburton VTS should be
used to relay such communications to the Harbour Master.
Masters of vessels who are aware of any condition or circumstance that renders their
own vessel or any other vessel unseaworthy or which may impact upon the safe
navigation of the vessel and the marine environment shall immediately notify the Harbour
Master. Ashburton VTS should be used to relay such communications to the Harbour
Master.
Licensed pilots, pilotage exemption certificate holders and mariners must immediately
report any collisions, groundings, close quarter situations and any other incidents or
concerns relating to safety of navigation within the Port of Ashburton to the Harbour
Master. Ashburton VTS may be used to relay such communications to the Harbour
Master.
Any marine pollution incident within the port should be reported immediately to the
Harbour Master. Marine pollution incidents may include but are not limited to oil,
chemical, garbage, grey water and sewage. This includes incidents where there has
been a spill to deck but not necessarily to the marine environment. Ashburton VTS
should be used to relay such communications to the Harbour Master.
All breaches of security, criminal activity or suspicious behaviour in port waters should be
reported to the Port of Ashburton Harbour Master. Ashburton VTS should be used to
relay such communications to the Harbour Master.
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Initial notifications should be made to Ashburton VTS and followed up with a report made
through the PPA Hazard and Incident Reporting Form found on the following link to the PPA
Website: https://www.pilbaraports.com.au/Home/Safety-and-security/Hazard-and-incident-
reporting
Reporting incidents and near misses to the Harbour Master is in addition to the reporting
requirements of state and federal agencies.
24. WEATHER CONDITIONS
During the summer months conditions are very hot with average daily temperatures of 39
degrees Celsius. Prevailing winds in the summer are from the south west. Mornings are
typically calm with winds increasing throughout the day and into the evening.
The winter season experiences warm conditions, with daily temperatures reaching an
average of 30 degrees Celsius. Winds prevail from the east south east, peaking in the
morning before easing in the late afternoon.
Occasionally, the Port of Ashburton can experience long periods of strong easterly winds
(lasting for a few days).
Thunderstorms and associated squall activity occur in the region, mainly in the summer
months. Storms may interrupt port operations. Whilst wind strengths can be significant,
usually they are of very short duration.
The Port of Ashburton is located within the cyclone belt. Annually tropical cyclone events
impact the area on an average of three to five times during which time port operations will be
interrupted. The annual cyclone season extends from 1 November until 30 April.
Live weather conditions for the Port of Ashburton can be found on the following link:
https://hydrotel.pilbaraports.com.au/hydrotel/
(Please scroll to the bottom of the page for Ashburton)
25. TIDAL INFORMATION
Tidal values for the Port of Ashburton and surrounding areas:
AREA HAT MHWS MLWS
Port of Ashburton 2.58m 2.14 0.45 m
Port of Onslow 3.0 m 2.5 0.6 m
Thevenard Island 2.9m - 0.5 m
Tidal streams and rates for the Port of Ashburton and surrounding areas:
AREA FLOOD EBB
Port of Ashburton East at 1.5 knots West at 1.5 knots
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Port of Onslow East North East at 1.5 knots West South West at 1.5 knots
26. MARINE NOTICES
Marine notices relating to marine matters at the Port of Ashburton are issued by the Harbour
Master. All current marine notices for the Port of Ashburton are available on the PPA
website. https://www.pilbaraports.com.au/Port-of-Ashburton/Port-operations/Local-marine-
notices
There are some occasions when the Port of Ashburton and Port of Onslow Harbour Masters
issue marine notices jointly due to the nature of works being undertaken in the area.
Mariners should also refer to the Western Australian Department of Transport website for the
latest marine notices for the Port of Onslow. http://www.transport.wa.gov.au/imarine/pilbara-
tntm.asp
27. PORT SECURITY
The Port of Ashburton is declared a security regulated port under the Maritime Transport and
Offshore Facilities Security Act 2003 and Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security
Regulations 2003.
In compliance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code, the
following Maritime Security (MARSEC) Levels have been adopted by the Port of Ashburton:
Level 1 – Normal level of security – standard security measures are maintained.
Level 2 – Heightened level of security – additional security measures are implemented.
Level 3 – Security Alert – further additional security measures are implemented.
Security zones around port facilities and vessels shall be established at heightened levels of
security and on instruction by the relevant commonwealth agency.
Ashburton VTS should be advised of the arriving vessel‟s security level as per the reporting
requirements set out at attachment 7 of this document.
Ashburton VTS will advise vessels of the security level of the Port when the vessel is about 4
hours away from port limits.
Port users, operators and other stakeholders must report all breaches of security, criminal
activity or suspicious behaviour in port waters to the Harbour Master.
28. CYCLONES
The Port of Ashburton lies within a stretch of coastline which is prone to cyclonic weather
events. The cyclone season officially begins on 1st November each year and concludes on
the 30th April.
The PPA has a cyclone response plan in place which is made available to mariners and the
general public on the PPA website.
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The Harbour Master is responsible for the implementation and execution of the PPA cyclone
response plan. In consultation with the Bechtel MOF Manager and Wheatstone Marine
Terminal Operator/Superintendent the Harbour Master will:
a) Initiate the orderly execution of the cyclone response plan;
b) Monitor and ensure ongoing compliance; and
c) Keep port proponents informed of port status at various stages of the cyclone
event.
In all circumstances, decisions of the Harbour Master (HM) in relation to cyclone response
will take precedence over any other cyclone plans.
At all times the Ship‟s Master is responsible for ensuring the safety of the vessel and its
compliance with PPA regulations, including the requirements of the cyclone response plan.
Particular emphasis is to be placed on the vessel maintaining adequate stability and suitable
trim, ensuring that it can depart the port safely at short notice should the need arise.
The Port of Ashburton provides cyclone moorings for the WMT tugs and pilot boat within the
MOF area. All other vessels must depart the area prior to the onset of adverse weather
conditions. Small vessels may be able to shelter in the Beadon Creek facility adjacent to
Onslow which is owned and operated by the West Australian Department of Transport (WA
DoT). Those proposing to use it should make the necessary arrangements with WA DoT
before the cyclone season commences. WA DoT has allowed the installation of cyclone
moorings in Mangrove Passage and in the Monte Bellow Islands and operators should
contact WA DoT if additional moorings are required well in advance of the cyclone season.
These mooring are individually owned and not available as common moorings.
Masters and operators of vessels working in the vicinity of Port of Ashburton must have a
cyclone plan in place before the start of the cyclone season and it must be clear to all parties
what each vessel will do during the approach of a cyclone.
Pilbara Port Authority will respond to a cyclone threat in five (5) stages
STAGE KEY ELEMENT PARAMETER
1 Monitor Cyclone or tropical low has formed in Northern waters
2 Prepare Cyclone tracking towards the Port with the potential for impact
3 Clear Port Potential for “Gale Force” winds to impact the port within 12
hours
4 Shut down Potential for “Gale Force” winds to impact the port within 6
hours
5 Re-Open Cyclone or threat of cyclone passed
Mariners and the general public should refer to the PPA Port of Ashburton Cyclone
Response Plan for more information on the stages listed above.
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29. SAFE HAVEN
The Port of Ashburton currently cannot provide a safe haven for vessels of any type. The
facility at Beadon Creek may do so for smaller vessels and its operators. The Western
Australian Department of Transport should be contacted in the event safe haven is required.
30. SERVICES AVAILABLE
The Port of Ashburton is subject to strict environmental and quarantine requirements. The
remote location severely limits the services that can be offered to shipping and other port
users.
31. BUNKERING
There is currently one bunkering service provider at the Port of Ashburton for the bunkering
of the WMT tugs and pilot boat.
In the event that another bunkering service provider was to be involved in bunkering
operations, the bunkering provider must obtain a bunkering licence from PPA prior to
undertaking bunkering operations.
32. FRESH WATER
There are currently no arrangements in place for the provision of fresh water to vessels
calling at the Port of Ashburton.
33. AUSTRALIAN BORDER FORCE
Vessels intending to call at the Port of Ashburton should seek advice from their agents on
Australian border force requirements that need to be fulfilled before „arriving‟ at the Port.
34. GARBAGE AND REPAIRS
There are no ship repair or garbage reception facilities available at the Port of Ashburton.
35. MEDICAL
There are limited medical facilities available at the town of Onslow which is about 30 minutes
away from the Port of Ashburton. If a ship at the Port of Ashburton requires urgent medical
assistance, the crew should contact Ashburton VTS for assistance.
36. OIL POLLUTION RESPONSE
Any marine oil pollution incident (irrespective of quantity) must be immediately reported to
Ashburton VTS. Ashburton VTS will relay this information onto the Harbour Master.
The Port of Ashburton is adjacent to the Port of Onslow and some offshore islands. There
are numerous areas adjacent to the Port of Ashburton that are of environmental significance
and high amenity value.
PPA has established a marine oil pollution plan for the Port of Ashburton. This plan is
available on PPA‟s website. https://www.pilbaraports.com.au/Port-of-Ashburton/Safety-and-
security/Emergency-preparedness-and-response
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