Pipavav – APM Terminals Pipavav has informed that it further see improvement in the weather conditions in around Pipavav Port and find it operationally feasible to berth vessels. “Thus, we are pleased to advise that APM Terminals Pipavav will commence marine and quay operations from 17th June’23, approx. 0030 hrs onwards.”

“The first container vessel (ONE Matrix) is planned for POB around 17/0030 hrs lt. As this is the heaviest vessel in the port line up, we expect it to be the most stable during the cargo ops. We shall observe ONE Matrix’s performance at the berth for 3-4 hours before bringing in the next container vessel (SCI Chennai) in the lineup around 17/0600 hrs lt. Thereafter we will resume the normal berthing operations for the container vessels in the line-up.

“Next vessels to berth would be the Ultratech Cement Carrier & the GP1 bulk carrier. All going well with these movements, we will take a call on the tankers & Ultratech bulk carriers sometime tomorrow during the day, of course weather permitting. Vessels shall continue to provide additional mooring ropes & tend to mooring continuously & diligently during her stay in the port. If required, offshore anchor could be used underfoot during vessel’s port stay after informing the port control & getting a go-ahead.

“No maintenance to be carried out on vessel’s M/E during her port stay, same to remain on short notice. You are requested to communicate revised ETA of your vessels to the Harbor Master / Planning who will then advise you of tentative berthing schedule.  The port reserves right to amend berthing line up without prior intimation.”