Corith Canal NAVIGATION INFORMATION Time Zone: GMT +2 Max. Draft: 7.2m UNCTAD code: GRCCE PORT DESCRIPTION Location: The Corinth Canal is a 6,343m gorge linking the Corinthian and Saronic Gulfs; the ports of Isthmia and Poseidonia are at either end and occupy some 540m of the total canal frontage. Currents change approx each hour and the waterway is much effected by NW winds. Canal depth 8 metres, width at bottom 21 metres and 24.6 metres at sea level. Max width of transiting vessel is 18.3 metres and draft 7.2 metres. Headway below rail bridge is 58.8 metres and below road bridge 54 metres. Canal is lighted at night. Maximum speed of vessels navigating the canal is 6 knots. The Canal is operated by The New Company of the Corinth Canal, based at Isthmia Corinthias, who will furnish tariffs upon request. NAVIGATION Pilot: Compulsory for all towed ships. Night pilotage compulsory for all ships over 100nrt. Tidal range and flow: 0.6m. Dock density: 1025. Weather: Prevailing winds: NW'ly. VHF: Ch 11. Charts: 1600. Restrictions: Acceptance is dependent upon width and depth: Width 15.5-16.6m, draft 6.2m max; 15-15.5m, 6.6m; 14.5-15m, 6.8m; 14-14.5 m, 7.0m. In all cases the maximum width is 18.3m, draft 7.2m. Ship's speeds not to exceed 6 knots during transit; upon entering/clearing the canal, speeds should be reduced to a minimum to avoid damage to vessels berthed at Isthmia or Poseidonia. Night transits are made possible due to extensive natrium vapour lights. Other regulations as per the Canal Co. Tugs: Compulsory for vessels over 800nrt, tugs supplied by the authority. BERTHING INFORMATION BERTHS AND CARGO Facilities: Two floating cranes of 7t and 17t available. GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL Bunkers/water/stores: Provisions: Can be supplied from Athens and Piraeus. Bunkering and Water: Not available. Transport: Nearest airport: Athens. Working hours: The Canal Co work a 24hr day six days per week, but will close on Tuesdays for maintenance from 0600-2000 hrs. Developments: A marina complete with services and capable of accommodating 400 yachts nearing completion. A study has been conducted into deepening and widening the canal. DUES & CHARGES PORT DUES Dues and charges: Tariffs available upon application. Port Authority: New Co of the Corinth Canal Isthnmia Corinthias Greece Tel: +30 741 37 700 Tlx: 232164 DICO GR Contact: Director