On behalf of the South Australian Government, Flinders Ports administers the pilotage service, managing vessel movements along the Spencer Gulf Deep Water Route to ensure the safe and efficient transit of Cape-size vessels between the transhipment point and the open sea.
The Spencer Gulf Port Rules outline the operational requirements and navigational guidance for commercial vessels operating within the pilotage area. Masters, owners and agents should familiarise themselves with these requirements before commencing a transit
Spencer Gulf – Port Rules
Principal Commodities
- Iron Ore
Pilotage Information
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Pilot Boarding Position | Cape Vessel Transhipment Point |
| Pilotage Required | Vessels with a draft of 16.0 metres or greater |