| Location: Argentia Harbour is located
on the east side of Placentia Bay. The harbour is entered
between Low Room Point and Broad Cove Point and extends 3
kilometres in length southwest to the head of Sandy Cove.
The navigation season is year-round.
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Anchorage: Available at 1.6 kilometres
from fleet dock. |
| Pilotage: Pilotage is not compulsory,
Argentia in position 47N20'00"N,
54N06'30"W. ETA to be sent 12 hours
prior to arrival with confirmation
3 hours prior. Pilot messages can be
passed through 1-877-272-3477 or
fax 1-877-745-3477.
Argentia Port Corporation, Wharfinger, Northside Dock Office
709-227-7390 Cellular 709-227-4653
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Radio Frequency: Placentia Traffic
operates on VHF channels 12 and 14. |
| Private Wharves: Marine Atlantic's
ferry wharf is situated north of the navy dock and is available,
with prior approval from Marine Atlantic, during the off-season
(October to May).
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Upland Storage: There are over 450 hectares
available, approximately 180 of which are located dockside.
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| Cranes: There is a heavy lift crane
pad on the wharf built for a 200 tonne mobile crane at minimum
radius.
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Provisions: Supplies are available in a
limited supply locally or from nearby St. John's. |
| Bunkers: Fuel is available from a variety
of providers by tanker truck
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Fresh Water: Fresh water is available at
all berths. |
| Repairs: Local contractors can perform
minor repairs. Major repairs must be undertaken by companies
from nearby St. John's or Marystown.
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Towage: Although usually not necessary,
there are three tugs at nearby Come by Chance. |
| Medical Facilities: The Placentia Health
Care Complex is located at Placentia (6.5 kilometres). Four
other hospitals are located in St. John's (130 kilometres).
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