What are important highlights in Master-to-Terminal communication prior tanker arrival?
The vessel must ensure that an early communication is established with the agent and standard email pertaining to terminal information is sent so that vessel gets sufficient time to prepare.
As a guideline following should be included in the communication chain.
Cargo related:
Which side alongside ?
Shore Manifold Connection
Type of shore connection chickson arm or flexible hose.
Expected Cargo density
Expected Cargo temperature in Shore Tanks
Max shore allowable pressure at the manifold
Max/ Min allowable loading rate
Length of shore pipeline
Miscellaneous Information:
Depth at the berth
Max allowable draft at berth
Density of dock water
No. of Mooring lines required for the terminal.
Means of shore access ( Ship Gangway or Shore Gangway).
Any specific requirements/restrictions from shore
