The Port of Sohar hosts a variety of shipping services.
Directorate of customs Al Batinah
Tel: (+968) 26849959
Fax: (+968) 26849915
Coast Guard Al Batinah in Shinas
Tel: (+968) 26847141
Fax: (+968) 26847141
Svitzer
Tel: (+968) 24562695
Fax: (+968) 24562695
Email: svitzer@omantel.net.om
Svitzer is responsible for co-ordination and mobilization of:
- Pilots
- Tugs
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Pilot Boat External Procedure for agents:
Pilot transfer:
1. Agents are to inform PCC by email and phone with a request for pilot transfer giving minimum 2 hours notice.
2. Agents are to include in their request the following:-
a. required pilot boarding time (Incoming/ departure)
b. Name of vessel. (Incoming/ departure)
c. Destination (berth, terminal, anchorage)(Incoming)
Crew Change:-
1. Agents are to inform PCC by email and phone with a request for crew change giving minimum 2 hours notice.
2. Agents are to include in their request the following-
a. Required crew change time
b. Number of people to be transferred onboard/off board.
c. Name of vessel
d. Expected waiting time
e. All relevant approvals such as immigration, etc..
3. Pilot transfer is executed by the pilot boat; therefore priority will be given for pilot transfer if needed.
Introduction:
A ship to ship (STS) transfer operation is the transfer of cargo between seagoing vessels positioned alongside each other while alongside the berth or out at sea.
Cargoes typically transferred via STS methods include crude oil, liquefied gas as well as other petroleum products.
BACKGROUND
While bunker fuel may have a flash point above 60° C, it may be often stored and managed at temperatures close to, or even above its flash point. These fuels that have high flash points may contain residual quantities which slowly migrate into the vapour space after handling, raising the flammability. It must therefore never be assumed that the vapour spaces in, and the emissions from, bunker tanks will always be safe plainly on account of a high flash point. The guidelines mentioned in this document follow the recommendations given in the International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and terminals (ISGOTT) as well as Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF).
All Bunkering operations are to be carried out, as a minimum to oil Bunkering best practice guidelines. (IMO’s “Manual on Oil Pollution, Section 1 Prevention” as amended, and the ICS and OCIMF “Ship to Ship Transfer Guides”).
DEFINITIONS
Shipping Agent:
A person or organization responsible for the administrative details of a ship, on behalf of the ship owner or charterer during the ships visit to the port.
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Bunker notification Form
This form is to be submitted 24hrs prior to vessel arrival
Please fill in the criteria below:-
BACKGROUND
While bunker fuel may have a flash point above 60° C, it may be often stored and managed at temperatures close to, or even above its flash point. These fuels that have high flash points may contain residual quantities which slowly migrate into the vapour space after handling, raising the flammability. It must therefore never be assumed that the vapour spaces in, and the emissions from, bunker tanks will always be safe plainly on account of a high flash point. The guidelines mentioned in this document follow the recommendations given in the International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and terminals (ISGOTT) as well as Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF).
All Bunkering operations are to be carried out, as a minimum to oil Bunkering best practice guidelines. (IMO’s “Manual on Oil Pollution, Section 1 Prevention” as amended, and the ICS and OCIMF “Ship to Ship Transfer Guides”).
DEFINITIONS
Shipping Agent:
A person or organization responsible for the administrative details of a ship, on behalf of the ship owner or charterer during the ships visit to the port.
Bunker notification Form
This form is to be submitted 24hrs prior to vessel arrival
Please fill in the criteria below:-