THE PORT OF SEVASTOPOL

Its position is 44⁰37^/ North, 33⁰00^/ E. It is situated on the south west coast of the Crimea. The port of Sevastopol has excellent harbour which can take vessels of any draft. It is famous as the Navy base of Russian and Ukrainian fleet. There are numerous quays and jetties. Cranes, stores and warehouses guarantee a rapid turn-round. The general cargo handling equipment in the port meets all requirements of valuable and perishable goods. Pilotage is compulsory here. All vessels entering or leaving the port are charged tonnage dues. The cost of towage per hour depends on the H.P. of the tug used. Dues and charges for services rendered to foreign ships, such as tonnage, canal, berth and pilotage dues, mooring/unmooring, shifting, towage, lighterage and cranage charges are paid in accordance with the port tariffs being in force. Foreign deep sea going vessels are served by the Maritime Agency “Inflot”.

Masters must give notice of ships readiness for loading/Discharging to the Shipper/consignee through the agent in the port within customary office hours. The vessel having been cleared in and has free pratique. Before loading ship’s cargo holds must be cleaned and made ready and made ready to receive the cargo. Loading and discharging is carried out daily in two shifts: from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and from 4 p.m. till midnight.

II. NOTES:

numerous – многочисленный

quay – причал

warehouse – склад

meet the requirements – отвечать требованиям

perishable – скоропортящийся

dues – пошлина

charge – оплата

III. ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

1. What functions do the ports perform?

2. What types of cargo are handled in the port of Sevastopol?

3. When does the vessel receive pratique?

4. Does the port of Sevastopol work round the clock?

5. What for do we need pilotage?