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Revision as of 12:21, 15 August 2018
Singapore
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Capital | Singapore City |
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Language | English, Malay, Mandarin, Tamil |
Currency | Singapore dollar (SGD) |
Time zone | SST (UTC+8) |
Calling code | +65 |
The History of Singapore is well described in Wikipedia's series of articles:- History of Singapore
Charts
- British Admiralty (BA)
- 1358 - Malacca Strait S Part Singapore Strait
- 2403 - Singapore Strait and E Appr
- 3831 - Singapore Strait E Part
- 3833 - Singapore Strait W Part
- 4036 - Raffles Lighthouse To Sisters Singapore
- 4044 - Johor Strait E Part Singapore
- 5502 - Malacca and Singapore Straits
In Additional reference should be made to the Singaporean Notices to Mariners, (see the pdf document for June 2007 At :- June '07 PDF)
Note: The reason for the above is that with the constant reclamation, the shoreline is constantly changing.
Weather
- Climate
Singapore being an island has some wind relief from tropical heat and humidity - However, lying in the Inter-tropical Convergence Zone means that during the S.W. Monsoon in particular (June >>>November) it RAINS! It also Rains during the N.E. Monsoon - Dec >> May.
- Weather Forecasts
The Singapore Government's National Environment Agency is a pioneer in the provision of routine weather forecasts and storm warnings for shipping in the region. As a member of the World Meteorological Organisation, MSD participates actively in its Marine Meteorology Programme to enhance safety at sea and fufill our regional responsibility with WMO and the Safety of Life at Sea Convention (SOLAS, 1989 and 1974) of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).
National Environment Agency's Meteorological Service Division, produces one of the very best websites for marine weather forecasts covering the majority of South East Asia.
A favourite is the Hourly Wx Satellite Picture
• Animate MTSAT Asean Satellite Images • Full Globe • ASEAN
The ASEAN image is particularly good showing gradations of cloud cover - cruisers using this image can decide whether to do the laundry , close the hatches or go shopping.
The Regional Weather Synoptic Chart is another that is very useful for determining the day's winds in terms of strength and direction.
the best WX site for the waters surrounding Singapore - navigate this site.
Passages
Islands
Communication
The use of VHF radio in Singapore waters is governed by a PDF document from the MARITIME AND PORT AUTHORITY OF SINGAPORE, PORT MARINE CIRCULAR NO. 21 OF 2004,9 Sep 04 - Shipping Community, Harbour Craft Community, - PROPER USE OF VHF CHANNELS AT SEA
Generally speaking, Cruising yachts will dual monitor 2 frequencies: channel 16 and channel 69. Channel 16 for emergencies and communicating with authorities (74 for Immigration ) - using 69 as the cruisers' listening/calling channel, then when contact is made to move to another eg. 68 or 72.
HF Radio frequencies and transmission times for the cruising fraternity in Singapore and the rest of South East Asia is described in Cruiser's Nets (See Mobile Maritime Net - South East Asian Waters)
All vessels of any size, powered or unpowered, must have a working AIS transponder when transiting the Singapore Strait. --Haiqu
The Singapore Strait for the average cruising yacht is to be highly respected - most skippers, unless they have personal experience of traversing the strait, will only do so in daylight hours.
The huge number of ships, tugs, tugs + barges and a host of other vessels, not counting the 20,000 tankers, 12,000 chemical tankers that move through this narrow strait every year - over a thousand ships in port every day), means that making passage through this in a sailing boat is a "White Knuckle Event" The numbers of ships which are moving in both separation lanes in different directions are one thing to contend with!
The other is the alternating current (not electrical) which each day moves WEST >> EAST then EAST>>WEST. At anything up to 6 knots at the narrowest gap in the strait (where all the ships are squeezing through). So, if your Cruising yacht only manages 6 knots under full power where there is no current, then it is most prudent to wait until the current is at slack then move to anticipate the current flowing in the direction you want to go.
The National University of Singapore's 'Physical Oceanography Research Laboratory' produces daily models of the tidal heights and flows, also a chart depicting the current at specific intervals (note: the chart shown below is tilted 40 degrees to the west) The URL will give access to the models - but will require the applicant to be authorized to utilize the program. http://www.porl.nus.edu.sg/forecast/
Another Navigational Feature out to the East of Singapore is the Horsburgh Lighthouse
Entrance
Arrival
Details?
Departure
Details?
Customs and Immigration
Customs
Details?
Immigration
- Stop in one of the two designated anchorages:
- Western Quarantine and Immigration Anchorage: Close to The Sisters island [[Singapore#The Sisters island|The Sisters island]] 01°13.206'N, 103°49.402'E
- Changi General Purpose Anchorage: Close to the South Angler Buoy [[Singapore#South Angler Buoy|South Angler Buoy]] 01°20.010'N, 104°03.675'E
- No need to anchor, just hold the position
- Fly yellow Q flag and, if you have, the flags "2" over "5"
- Call Western or Eastern immigration via VHF channel 74
- Have passports, crew lists, last port clearance prepared in a zip-lock back. Grey aluminum immigration boat will approach with a person on the bow holding a fishing net. Drop paperwork in this net.
- If all is ok, passports will be stamped with a visa valid for 2 weeks.
- Proceed to marina or yacht club
- Soon (like next day), finish custom and port clearance at the One Stop Document Center (SG30 port fee) or let the marina take care of it. It is an online process for the marina. Keppel Bay charged 2xSG10/vessel in and out, plus the SG30 port fees (March 2011)
Some marinas offer to do the complete clearance, no need to stop in the quarantine anchorage. But the marina needs 6h advance notice to have an immigration officer to be available at the time of arrival.
Fees and Charges
Restrictions
Health and Security
Health
Submit any health warnings/information. Remove any of these sections do not apply to this particular country.
Security
Details?
Berthing
Ports
- Port of Singapore - commercial port
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Raffles Marina
Keppel Bay Marina
75 berths, Fuel berth, WiFi, bar & restaurant, 24hr security. Clearance services (able to arrange extensions of Landing Passes). No repair facilities. Closest supermarket 15 min. walk to VIVO shopping mall (or by taxi). New development, excellent facilities, good staff, but no laundromat. Some swell from cruise ships, ferries and tugs.
- [email protected]; Tel: +65 (6303) 8448; Fax: +XX (XXX) XXXXXX; VHF channel 77
- Address: 2 Keppel Bay Vista Singapore 098382
- Hours: Mon – Fri : 0830 – 2100; Sat and Sun : 1000 – 1800; Closed on Public Holidays
Marina Country Club
Restaurant, minimarket. Free shuttle to town. Free shuttle to town. Internet. Boatyard. Entry clearance for a fee.
- [email protected]; Tel/Fax: +65 (6385) 6166; VHF channel 77
- Address: 600 Ponggal Seventeenth Avenue , Singapore 829734
- Hours: 0900 - 1800
One°15 Marina
270 Wet Berths (Including 13 Mega-yacht Berths). 60 Dry Stack & Berths. Fuel Sales (Petrol & Diesel). Water & electricity (metered). Showers. WiFi. Chandlery, light maintenance. Free shuttle bus to downtown. Swimming pool.
- [email protected]; Tel: +65 (6305) 6999; Fax: +65 (6271) 4146; Mobile: +65 (9071) 7604; VHF channel 77
- Address: Cove Drive, Sentosa Cove, Singapore
- Hours: 24/7 security. Opening hours: 0900-1800
- Prices: For the latest prices see Price Listing
Republic of Singapore Yacht Club
127 berths range in size from 35ft to 70ft. Each berth comes with a dockbox, metered power pedestal, polyester fendering and a metered water outlet. There is provision for telephone connection for 60-foot berths and greater, available on request. Power provision is 230-Volts, 32-Amp supply for boats up to 45-feet, and up to 63-Amp supply to boats of 50-foot and above. Full facilities, fuel, clubhouse, bars and restaurant, swimming pool, gym. Non-members welcomed, provided space is available. Only ten minutes from downtown by taxi.
- [email protected]; Tel: +65 (6768) 9233; Fax: +65 (6768) 9230; VHF channel 77
- Address: 52 West Coast Ferry Road , Singapore 126887
- Hours:
- Prices: For the latest prices see Price Listing
SAF Yacht Club
Marina berths. Laundry. Metered water and electricity to individual berths. Fuel. Launching and Recovery Services.
- [email protected]; Tel: +65 (6758) 3359; Fax: +65 (6757) 9046; VHF channel 77
- Address: 43 Admiralty Road West, Singapore 759962
- Hours: 0900 - 2000
Anchorages
Anchoring within Singapore waters is only allowed for specific purposes.
See The anchorages of the port of Singapore and their purposes.
Note: The small craft anchorages are exposed to the open sea and are unsuitable for long stays.
Amenities
Facilities | |
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Water | In most of the marinas |
Electricity | In most of the marinas |
Toilets | In most of the marinas |
Showers | In most of the marinas |
Laundry | In some of the marinas |
Garbage | Bins in most of the marinas |
Supplies | |
Fuel | In most of the marinas |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers |
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stores |
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Services | |
Repairs | In sevral of the marinas |
Internet | WiFi in most of the marinas |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Give the names and locations of supermarkets, grocery stores, bakeries, etc.
Eating out
Give the name of recommended restaurant, tavernas, pastry stores, etc.
Transportation
- International airport
Tourism
List places of interest, tours, etc.
Friends
Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Singapore at the Wikipedia
- Singapore at the Wikivoyage
- NoonsiteBest Food In Singapore and Best Food In Singapore CompaniesSingapore's Industrial, Commercial, and Consumer guide.
References
Books, Guides, etc. Use the Reference template or not at your discretion. For example:
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Rod Heikel, Greek Waters Pilot, Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780852889718
, expands to - Rod Heikell, Greek Waters Pilot Imray, Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780852889718
- Author, Title, Publisher, ISBN ISBN number
- Author, Title, Publisher, ISBN ISBN number
You may want to remove the above entries and use instead a link to the Country or Region that lists the relevant references. If so enter, after removing xx, the following:
See [[Country or Region#References_&_Publications|Coutry or Region]].
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Comments
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- Classified as part of South Asia because of previous British rule. --Haiqu 01:43, 30 May 2011 (BST)
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- Compiled from research (pilot books, internet, etc.) June, 2018 --Istioploos Travels with S/Y Thetis
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