Dry Bulk Vessels, Tankers and Supporting Ships
In 2023
Assisted with Strait Transit Agency Service
Turkish Straits Transit Agency
Heisenberg Shipping offers transit strait agency services through the Bosphorus and Dardanelles straits in Turkey. Heisenberg Shipping also provides a range of services for vessels during the Turkish Straits transit passage. Under Covid-19 measures, our team makes sure that your vessel passes through in both directions of Bosphorus and Dardanelles smoothly. As a strait agency in Bosphorus, we provide professional transit assistance to your dry bulk vessel at competitive rates.
Transit Strait Agency Service of Heisenberg Shipping: The easiest link between Mediterranean and Black Sea
Heisenberg Shipping’s Transit Strait Agency service is impressing shipowners and ship operators. We assist ships passing through the Bosporus and Dardanelles with our Turkish Straits Transit Agency service. We also provide our Transit Strait Agency service to the towage operations passing via Canakkale (Dardanelles) and Istanbul (Bosphorus) Straits.
The Turkish Straits play a key role in trade to and from the Black Sea because they are the only way to access Black Sea ports. It is important to manage time and costs when ships pass through the busy Bosporus and Dardanelles straits.
Heisenberg Shipping is the best choice for shipowners and ship operators looking for a Transit Strait Agency in Bosphorus and Dardanelles. We ensure safe passage for vessels through these important transit routes.
Heisenberg Shipping offers a smooth and safe passage to the vessels passing through the Turkish Straits in both directions (Northbound & Southbound). Our own ship agency personnel in the Istanbul office take all necessary actions and ensure your vessel passes through the Turkish Straits safely and quickly with minimum waiting time.
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*Contact us regarding PDAs, operation-related matters, urgent actions, and port information purposes.
During the passage of your vessel at the Turkish Straits, we also arrange supply and crew assistance services at the most optimum conditions. Our services at Turkish Straits include but not limited to the following,
- Providing relevant information for transit in the Bosphorus strait, ensuring the shipowner/charterer/operator has the necessary details for a safe passage.
- Expert coordination of transit in the Bosphorus strait, guaranteeing the smooth flow of vessels in this busy shipping route.
- Offering comprehensive agency services, covering all the needs of vessels during transit in the Bosphorus strait.
- Offering anchorage area services, allowing vessels to safely anchor in designated areas during transit in the Turkish straits.
- Expertise in delivering spare parts, guaranteeing the timely arrival of essential components during transit in the Turkish straits.
- Package service for those who are looking for Shipyard Agency in Yalova or Tuzla, Turkey.
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Bosphorus Strait Transit Passage Agency Service
Up To 300M LOA, We Are at Your Service in Bosphorus Transit Passages
As Heisenberg Shipping, we provide full Transit Strait Agency service to our customers at Bosphorus Strait. Since our main segment is dry bulk vessels, our transit passage agency service covers dry bulk vessels up to 300M LOA.
Bosphorus Strait is located in the city of Istanbul which is the largest city of Turkey. Due to its geographical location, Bosphorus Strait is the only way to reach Black Sea from East Mediterranean or from East Mediterranean to Black Sea. This makes the Strait very busy and waiting times can go up to a week.
Heisenberg Shipping, thanks to its close relations with local authorities, makes sure that you vessel’s waiting time to be kept at minimum.
Dardanelles Strait Transit Passage Agency Service
Up To 300M LOA, We Are at Your Service in Dardanelles Transit Passages
Dardanelles Strait is the South entrance of the Marmara Sea. This is the point where the Mediterranean Sea links to the Black Sea via Marmara. Dardanelles Strait is in Çanakkale city. As Heisenberg Shipping, we provide full transit passage agency service for dry bulk vessels entering or leaving the Black Sea via Dardanelles Strait.
The same LOA regulation of Heisenberg Shipping also applies here. We safely assist the smooth passage of dry bulk vessels up to 300M LOA at Dardanelles.
For Dardanelles passage, shipowners mostly prefer the Ships Supply or Crew Change operations to be handled in Bosphorus since it is an easy access point for them. In some cases where Bosphorus waiting times are less, we suggest our customers use Dardanelles for such Husbandry Services.
*Dardanelles Strait Entrance Coordinates,
South In / North Out: 40°01’19.1″N 26°10’17.0″E / 40°25’39.7″N 26°45’33.5″E
North In / South Out: 40°25’39.7″N 26°45’33.5″E / 40°01’19.1″N 26°10’17.0″E
**Bosphorus Strait Entrance Coordinates,
South In / North Out: 40°57’33.3″N 28°57’35.1″E / 41°13’56.7″N 29°08’07.0″E
North In / South Out: 41°13’56.7″N 29°08’07.0″E / 40°57’33.3″N 28°57’35.1″E
In summary, Heisenberg Shipping’s Transit Strait Agency is your dependable partner for efficient and trustworthy passage through the Bosphorus and Dardanelles straits. The Turkish Straits are key passageways for ships traveling between Aegean and Black Sea. They are open to all commercial ships as long as the requirements of the Turkish Government and respected authorities are met. The passages through Turkish Straits are controlled by VTS (Vessel Traffic System) in Turkey.
The Vessel Traffic Services, or VTS, for the Turkish Straits is a key system set up to make sure ships navigate safely and smoothly through these important waterways. These straits, which include the Istanbul Strait, the Çanakkale Strait, and the Marmara Sea, connect the Black Sea with the Aegean Sea. They’re crucial for global shipping and especially important for countries around the Black Sea.
The main goal of the VTS in the Turkish Straits is to improve safety for ships and protect the environment from the potential dangers that come with busy maritime traffic. By using the latest technology and keeping track of ships in real time, the VTS helps manage the flow of vessels through these narrow and busy passages.
Committed to customer satisfaction, our agency offers a comprehensive suite of services and additional solutions to guarantee a seamless and trouble-free transit experience. From swift spare parts delivery to expert guidance, we prioritize your requirements and continually strive to deliver exceptional service.
Navigating the intricate Turkish straits can be challenging, but with Heisenberg Shipping’s extensive expertise and unwavering support, you can rest assured that your transit will be managed with the utmost professionalism. Whether you need passage through the Bosphorus or Dardanelles, our agency is fully equipped to cater to your needs and ensure a smooth voyage.
Opt for Heisenberg Shipping’s Transit Strait Agency to enjoy a reliable and efficient passage through the Turkish straits. Contact us today to discover more about our services and how we can be of assistance to you.
Dardanelles(Canakkale) and Bosphorus(Istanbul) Straits Weather
Realtime Weather Map of Istanbul and Canakkale
Explore the interactive map, specifically designed to monitor wind conditions at the crucial maritime gateways of the Istanbul Strait and Canakkale Strait. This powerful tool is an indispensable resource for mariners, providing a detailed and real-time glimpse into the ever-changing wind patterns that significantly influence navigation through these strategic waterways.
Notices
For Vessels Passing Turkish Straits
User’s Guide of Turkish Straits Vessel Traffic Service (TSVTS)
The User’s Guide of Turkish Straits Vessel Traffic Service (TSVTS), issued by the Republic of Turkey’s Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, provides detailed procedures, services, and regulations for vessels navigating the Turkish Straits. It includes guidelines on communication, reporting systems, sector limits, anchorage areas, and emergency protocols to ensure the safety of navigation, protection of life, property, and the environment.
Download User’s Guide of Turkish Straits Vessel Traffic Service (TSVTS)
Bunker Consumption Regulation at Turkish Straits and Ports
We introduce updated VLSFO and LSMGO usage guidelines for port and transit operations, aimed at environmental protection and global compliance, reinforcing our commitment to safe, compliant, and responsible maritime services.
Port Operations:
Arrival at Port Limit Area: Vessels must switch to Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) with a sulfur content not exceeding 0.5%.
Within 1 Hour of Anchoring: Ships are required to transition to Low Sulfur Gas Oil (LSMGO) with a sulfur content of 0.1% immediately after anchoring.
During Anchorage: The use of LSMGOwith a sulfur content of 0.1% is mandatory.
Loading/Discharging at Berth or Pier: Vessels must use LSMGOwith a sulfur content of 0.1%.
Departure from Berth or Pier: Ships are to switch back to VLSFO with a maximum sulfur content of 0.5%.
En Route to Next Strait or During Waiting/Passage: VLSFO with a sulfur content up to 0.5% is to be used.
Transit through the Turkish Straits:
Effective from 1st January 2020: For transit passages through the Turkish Straits, vessels must use either VLSFO or LSMGO.
Bunker Adjustment while Waiting at Entrances: Vessels are required to adjust their bunker to utilize VLSFO with a 5% sulfur content when waiting at either entrance of the straits.
During Passage: VLSFO with a sulfur content of 0.5% must be used for the duration of the passage through the Turkish Straits.
Environmental Compliance:
Scrubber Water Discharge Regulation: As of 6th April 2021, the discharge of scrubber water within Turkish Territorial Waters, including all ports and the Turkish Straits, has been prohibited to safeguard marine and coastal environments.
Notice DD 16 November 2022
The Government of Turkey issued a notice dated 16 November 2022 which requires all ships transiting or entering Turkish waters from 01 December 2022 (extended to 02 December 2022), to provide letters of confirmation from the owner’s P&I Club attesting that cover will remain in place under any circumstances throughout the duration of the transit or the time the ship is in Turkish waters or the time it is in a port or terminal.
Notice DD 25 October 2023
Regarding P&I confirmation letter request by Turkish authorities from vessels carrying Annex I cargo, the Ministry of Transportation has issued a new update on 24 October 2023. According to this, vessels transiting Turkish straits are requested to submit sailing plan-1 (SP-1). Vessels which loaded Annex I cargo from a Turkish port and discharge at another Turkish port are excluded from P&I confirmation letter request while transiting the Turkish Straits. They should instead submit justifier documents (such as B/L, cargo manifest etc) along with SP-1 report to the Turkish authorities.
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