Muldwarka Port

Last Updated: 28 May 2025

Muldwarka is situated on the S coast of Saurashtra on the W coast of India. General overview: Muldwarka is a private port used mainly for coal unloading and cement loading for Ambuja Cements. The port has a cargo capacity of 2,200,000t which is projected to reach 3,000,000t. Traffic figures: Approx 24 vessels handled annually.

Brief Details

Terminal Details

General Details

Vessel Restriction Note :

#Specific Vessel Restrictions:

(a) Age: Vessels over 25 years old are accepted subject to GMB (General Maritime Board) permission.
(b) LOA-BEAM-DRAFT: Specific restrictions apply based on the berth and terminal, according to V-OCEAN.
(c) Pilotage: Pilotage is mandatory at Muldwarka Port.

#Other Relevant Information:

(a) Cargo: Muldwarka Port primarily handles coal unloading and cement loading for Ambuja Cement.
(b) Communication: VHF Channel No. 15 is used for communication at Muldwarka Port.
(c) Navigation: Night navigation is permitted, but the vessel's draft and LOA must be considered.
(d) Tide: Muldwarka Port has a tidal variation, with a maximum range of 2.4 meters.

Navigation Details :

(a) Anchorage Area: Lat: 22° 27.24' N, Long: 69° 47.51' E.
(b) Minimum UKC: 10% of ship's maximum draft.
(c) Berthing Clearance: Minimum 50 cm alongside berth.
(d) Maximum Draft: Based on Lowest Low Water for the month.
(e) Speed: Vessels approaching the pilot boarding ground should have a speed less than 4 knots.
(f) Right of Way: Outbound vessels have priority.
(g) Spacing of Vessels: Underway vessels in port limits must maintain a minimum 1 NM distance.

Port Equipment related information.

#Multipurpose Terminal:

(a) Cranes: Liebherr cranes with a SWL of 75T.
(b) Grabs: 4 grabs with a capacity of 46M3 each.
(c) Mechanized Conveyor System: MP-2 with a discharge rate of 6000MT/Hr.

#Hoppers:

(a) Rail-mounted: 2 hoppers with a discharge rate of 2000MT/Hr each.
(b) Rubber-tired: 4 hoppers with a discharge rate of 1000MT/Hr each.

Other Equipment:
The port also uses ground handling equipment like dumpers, pay loaders, forklifts, and stackers to transfer cargo.

Cargo Handling & Loading & Discharing Rate

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Vessel Husbandry Services Details

(a)Crew Handling: Includes meeting and greeting crew, hotel bookings, and shore pass arrangements.

(b)Crew Welfare: Provides services like doctor, dentist, mail, and prepaid telephone calling cards.

(c)Spares Clearance and Delivery: Facilitates the clearance and delivery of spare parts.

(d)Inward and Outward Clearance: Handles the necessary procedures for vessel entry and exit.

(e)Liaison with Local Authorities: Acts as a liaison between the vessel and local port authorities.

(f)Bunker Fuels and Lubricants: Provides bunker fuels and lubricants.

(g)Communication Assistance: Assists with communication needs.

Port main Tariff

1) PORT DUES :
a) Foreign :- $ 0.346 per GRT (Once in 30 days for each vessel)

b) Coastal :- INR 8.133 per GRT (Once in 30 days for each vessel)

2) PILOTAGE CHARGES (include tug charges) : $ 2.1200 per GRT

3) BERTH HIRE CHARGES :
a) Foreign :- $ 0.172 per GRT per day

b) Coastal :- INR 4.068 per GRT per day

4) ANCHORAGE CHARGES :
a) Foreign :- $ 0.032 per GRT per day

b) Coastal :- INR 0.779 per GRT per day

5) LIGHTERAGE CHARGES : INR 6.656 per MT

5) VTS CHARGES : INR 4.84 Per GRT

6) GANGWAY CHARGES : $ 25 per day


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