Towage and Pilotage at Sohar Port

Vessel movements

Pilotage and towage for Sohar calls

Pilotage is compulsory unless the Harbour Master grants an exemption. Port Control confirms the pilot boarding position, tug plan and movement time for each vessel.

Pilot station

24°33.3'N, 56°37.7'E

Published boarding position for regular arrivals.

Deep-draft station

24°38.0'N, 56°40.0'E

Published boarding position for deep-draft vessels.

Towage

Required from 70 m LOA

Port Control determines the number and type of tugs for the movement.

Published tug classes

45 t and 65 t bollard pull

Availability and allocation are confirmed for the specific call.

Port Control

Confirm the movement with the Port Coordination Centre

Call sign: SOHAR Port Control
VHF: Channel 71; maintain watch on 16
Operations phone: +968 2685 2777
Operations email: ops@soharportandfreezone.com

The port guide lists Svitzer Sohar for towage and pilot boats. Orders are coordinated through the agent and Port Control.

SOHAR marine guidance Pilot stations, tug classes, VHF and Port Control contacts. Port Authority rules Pilotage, towage and vessel-movement requirements.