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- Port of Durres. Durres is the biggest port of Albania, situated at the northern end of the Bay of Durres, a body of water between Kalaja e Turres and Cape Durres.
- Port of Vlorë. Vlore Harbour, also called Vlone or Vlora, is located in the southern part of the country in a huge sheltered bay. It is the second largest port in the country, with two main quays handling building materials and passengers.
- Port of Sarande. Sarande lies on the southwest coast of Albania, facing Corfu Island. It is regarded as the ‘gateway to Southern Albania since it is a major entry point for tourists visiting the country by sea.
- Shengjin harbour. This is the northernmost seaport in Albania, modernised and expanded in the 1970s-80s during the communist period in the country. It operated as a commercial and fishing harbour at that time.
Mar 26, 2024 · Assist tugs, in addition to the prescribed escort tugs, may be required during port transits. Outbound laden tank vessels are not required to use escort tugs once they have safely cleared the breakwater. Arrangements should be made via the vessel agent, tug company,or appropriate pilot service to ensure compliance with these regulations.
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Jan 24, 2022 · On March 29—Day 1 of Marine Log’s TTB 2022 conference for the tug, towboat and barge industry—Vice President of Regulatory Affairs for the American Waterways Operators (AWO) Caitlyn Stewart will present on the current regulatory landscape for tugs and towboats in the U.S. In her address to the audience, Stewart will cover current and ...
The Pivotal Functions of Tugboats: Beyond Towing and Pushing. While tugboats are best known for their role in towing and pushing larger vessels, their functionality extends into several critical areas of maritime operations. One of the primary tasks of tugboats is to assist with the berthing and unberthing of ships, particularly in ports with ...
required is contained in IMO Res. MSC.267(85) (as amended) which is commonly referred to as the International Stability Code 2008 (ISC 2008). For tugs in international trade, the ILC 1966/1988 and the ISC 2008 applies to cargo vessels and “other marine vehicles” (inclusive of tugs) over 24 metres in length.
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Jan 31, 2024 · As maritime regulations continue evolving, the tugboat industry may inevitably face an extended scope of compliance. While current regulations might not directly impact smaller tugboats, anticipating future regulatory convergence is crucial. Tugboat operators should proactively increase fuel efficiency to prepare for forthcoming mandates.
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All charts and navigational publications required (inclusive of ports of refuge) are on board and corrected and up to date, inclusive of any navigational warnings. Route to be taken clearly marked, including safe transit times (day/night transits), times when passing through narrows, under bridges or areas of
