Micronesia, Federated States of
Country Name |
Federated States of Micronesia |
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Official Country Name |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Table of Contents
1 Micronesia Country Profile
Generic Information
he Federated States of Micronesia abbreviated FSM and also known simply as Micronesia is an independent sovereign island nation and a United States associated state consisting of four states – from west to east, Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei (also known as "Ponape") and Kosrae – that are spread across the Western Pacific Ocean. Together, the states comprise around 607 islands (a combined land area of approximately 702 km2 or 271 sq mi) that cover a longitudinal distance of almost 2,700 km (1,678 mi) just north of the equator. They lie northeast of New Guinea, south of Guam and the Marianas, west of Nauru and the Marshall Islands, east of Palau and the Philippines, about 2,900 km (1,802 mi) north of eastern Australia and some 4,000 km (2,485 mi) southwest of the main islands of Hawaii. While the FSM's total land area is quite small, the country's waters occupy more than 2,600,000 km2 (1,003,866 sq mi) of the Pacific Ocean, giving the country the 14th-largest exclusive economic zone in the world.The sovereign island nation's capital is Palikir, located on Pohnpei Island
The Federated States of Micronesia is governed by the 1979 constitution, which guarantees fundamental human rights and establishes a separation of governmental powers. This constitution constructs the national government to be similar to – but not exactly alike – that of the United States.
Generic country information can be located from sources, which are regularly maintained and reflect current facts and figures. For a generic country overview, please consult the following sources:
Federated States of Micronesia Wikipedia Country Information- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Federated_States_of_Micronesia
Federated States of Micronesia IMF
Country Information - http://www.imf.org/en/Countries/FSM
Humanitarian Info
Federated States of Micronesia World Food Programme Information - No Country Office
Federated States of Micronesia UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Information http://www.unocha.org/office-pacific-islands/federated-states-micronesia
Micronesia Economist Intelligence Unit Information* -There is no page for FSM
(*note - this is a paid service)
Facts and Figures
Federated States of Micronesia Wolfram Alpha Information http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=micronesia
Federated States of Micronesia World Bank Information http://www.worldbank.org/en/country/pacificislands/overview
Federated States of Micronesia Population Information https://worldpopulationreview.com/countries/micronesia-population
1.1 Micronesia Humanitarian Background
Disasters, Conflicts and Migration
Natural Disasters |
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Type |
Occurs |
Comments / Details |
Drought |
Yes |
Affected as part of the Pacific drought between 2015-2017. |
Earthquakes |
Yes | Earth tremors- No earthquakes have caused any significant damage in the last 2 decades |
Epidemics |
Yes |
Cholera 1999 Dengue Outbreak - October 2016 Influenza A (H1N1) Pandemic - April 2009, August 2022 COVID 19 - July 2022 |
Extreme Temperatures |
No | |
Flooding |
Yes | Isolated usually coincides with King tide and La Nina periods |
Insect Infestation |
No | |
Mudslides |
Yes | Chuuk state Piis Paneau Mudslide 2002, Pohnpei 1998,2007 |
Volcanic Eruptions |
No | |
High Waves / Surges |
Yes | Severe Sea Swell Floods – December - February |
Wildfires |
No | Occur periodically in Chuuk |
High Winds |
Yes | Tropical Cyclones |
Man-Made Issues |
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Civil Strife |
No |
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International Conflict |
No | |
Internally Displaced Persons |
No | |
Refugees Present |
No | |
Landmines / UXO Present |
No | Chuuk, Pohnpei |
For a more detailed database on disasters by country, please see the Centre for Research on Epidemiology of Disasters Country Profile.
Seasonal Effects on Logistics Capacities
Seasonal Effects on Transport |
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Transport Type |
Time Frame |
Comments / Details |
Primary Road Transport |
Nov - Apr |
Cyclone season can affect island roads or access tracks where causeways have been constructed to allow travel between and around islands. During the cyclone season high winds associated with high seas and especially king tides can affect causeway access and have caused damage especially on atolls. This damage often limits the passage or results impassable roads. |
Secondary Road Transport |
NA | |
Rail Transport |
NA | |
Air Transport |
Yes | Storm and cyclone season can affect scheduled flights however these are mostly between the four main states capital serviced by larger aircraft. Most islands are not serviced by air. |
Waterway Transport |
Yes | Inter-island transport from Pohnpei and other state capitals forms the critical supply link to the outer islands. During the Storm season, November to April, inter-island transport is affected by high seas which will delay deliveries to islands. All atolls, having a lagoon can, in almost all cases, receive vessels for re-supply assuming reef depth is sufficient. |
Seasonal Effects on Storage and Handling |
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Activity Type |
Time Frame |
Comments / Details |
Storage |
All year |
The climate in FSM is hot and humid with the Island of Pohnpei, central and southern islands receiving the most rainfall. The northern islands tend to be drier. Climate influences do not severely affect the storage of local goods. |
Handling |
All year | Cyclone season occurs between November and April. During this time and although cyclones are not as prevalent in the North-East Pacific, high seas with the increase in the easterly trade winds can cause issues with inter-island transport. Wetter weather can cause handling issues especially in exposed dock areas and transshipment of goods to smaller tenders when in the Outer Islands. |
Capacity and Contacts for In-Country Emergency Response
GOVERNMENT
Emergency response operates nationally through the Department of Environment Climate Emergency Management (DECEM) in Palikir. Disaster coordination offices are present in each of the state capitals and have designated Disaster Coordination Officers (DCO). The DECEM provides the coordination and framework for Emergency response. The DCO at state level coordinates operational response in their respective regions. The cluster structure has not been established however it remains an organisational goal at DECEM to see its implementation. Outside major emergency responses DECEM and DCO are responsible for coordinating Sea Search and Rescue Operations in conjunction with US Coast guard based in Guam.
FSM Government relies significantly on international assistance during normal times and emergency situations. While DECEM is recognised as the emergency response structure mechanism nationally, state disaster coordination offices are in a capacity development phase and will need to be provided support to develop more effective responses at state level. FSM will continue to rely on outside sources in the case of larger emergencies. FEMA provide funding for disaster response if the assessed cost of a disaster is over USD 1m, under this figure, funding relies on the FSM Government’s own resources. FEMA funding is channeled through USAID to their implementing partners, IOM provide the response mechanism on the ground. To trigger this level of aid the Presidents of FSM and the USA must declare it a state of emergency.
Due to a limitation of resources, established businesses operating in the states’ capitals often assist small vulnerable groups where possible. The National Oceanic Resources Management Authority (NORMA, the Government agency responsible for managing the FSM’s fisheries resources) will also respond by communicating to the fishing fleets in FSM waters.
The US Coast Guard provides surveillance aircrafts for search and rescue, but military involvement in disaster response has been minimal and ad-hoc. Military (external) response assistance is not a part of any response planning and there are no formal frameworks.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Micronesia Government Contact List
HUMANITARIAN COMMUNITY
IFRC have a National office in Kolonia and are represented in the four states with prepositioned emergency NFI in container storage in each state (200 x family packs in Pohnpei and Chuuk, 100 x family packs in Yap and Kosrae). They work closely with UNICEF and IOM and sit on the National Disaster Response Committee. USAID have a strong presence in the region and have provided funding for UNDP, UNICEF and IOM who have ongoing programs throughout the region focused on disaster resilience and capacity building, prepositioning emergency stocks, education, water sanitation, health and nutrition, COVID responses and child protection.
For more information on humanitarian agency contact details, please see the following link: 4.2 Humanitarian Agency Contact List
1.2 Micronesia Regulatory Departments and Quality Control
The politics of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) takes place in a framework of a federal representative democratic republic. The President of the Federated States of Micronesia is both head of state and head of government. Executive power is exercised by the president and his cabinet, while legislative power is vested in both the president and the congress. The judiciary is independent of the executive and the legislature.
FSM operates on two separate regulatory levels: national bodies under the FSM Government and at the state level for Pohnpei Chuul, Yap and Kosrae.
At the National level the following departments are responsible for the listed regulatory functions
- Office of the President
- Department of Foreign Affairs official requests to the international community for disaster assistance
- Department of Resource & Development oversees the Division of Agriculture under which lays Bio Security and Quarantine and Food Quality, energy, trade and investment
- Department of Transportation, Communication, and Infrastructure is responsible for all air and Maritime Activity including Ports Airports and shipping regulations and includes ownership of Government ships in each State
- Department of Finance and Administration oversees the division of Customs and Tax Administration. The responsibility of the division is to regulate and collect tax revenue and authorise Tax and Duty exemptions on imported goods
- Department of Health and Social Affairs
- Department of Justice
- Department of Education
- Department of Environment, Climate Change & Emergency Management (DECCEM) is responsible for the preparedness and Disaster response for all National Emergencies
- Office of Public Defender
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a laboratory for quality testing of food and water. Testing of items such as fuel are undertaken by SGS in Guam.
Further information is available at https://gov.fm/#:~:text=STATE%20GOVERNMENT,includes%20seven%20major%20island%20groups.
The Compact of Free Association (COFA) is an international agreement establishing and governing the relationships of free association between the United States and the three Pacific Island sovereign states of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI), and the Republic of Palau. Under the compact, the US federal government provided guaranteed financial assistance over a 15-year period administered through its Office of Insular Affairs in exchange for full international defence authority and responsibilities. Negotiators initiated the Compact of Free Association in 1980. In 2003, the compacts with the RMI and FSM were renewed for 20 years and provided USD 3.5 billion in funding for both countries. An extension of economic provisions under the compact is under negotiation.
For more information on regulatory departments and quality control laboratories’ contact details, please see the following links: 4.1 Micronesia Government Contact List and 4.3 Laboratory and Quality Testing Company Contact List.
1.3 Micronesia Customs Information
For contact information regarding government custom authorities, please follow the link below: 4.1 Micronesia Government Contact List
Customs policy, procedures, rules and regulations are the responsibility of the Division of Customs and Taxation Administration (DCTA) of the Department of Finance and Tax Administration. (DFTA)
While each State maintains various departments, at state level customs is regulated and controlled nationally with an office in each of the four states.
Duties and Tax Exemption
Duties and tax exemption can be applied for all goods that are part of a foreign aid program and for all goods that are used for humanitarian purposes. Tax exemption requests must be agreed to and approved by the Secretary of the Department of Finance and Tax Administration.
Applications are made on a consignment or case by case basis and organisations are not given a blanket exemption based on the organisation’s activities.
All goods which are classified as being goods that fall under the import category of Foreign Aid and also for use in Humanitarian Aid are tax exempted. However, any of these goods being imported under such classification and subsequently sold will attract all taxes. Imported goods that are donated are not taxed. (Source: Department of Customs and Tax Administration (Palikir).
Emergency Response
[Note: This section contains information that is related and applicable to 'crisis' times. These instruments can be applied when the Government officially declares an emergency. When this occurs, there is usually a streamlined process to import goods duty and tax-free.]
Agreements / Conventions Description |
Ratified by Country? (Yes / No) |
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WCO (World Customs Organization) member |
No |
Annex J-5 Revised Kyoto Convention |
No |
OCHA Model Agreement |
No |
Tampere Convention (on the Provision of Telecommunication Resources for Disaster Mitigation and Relief Operations) |
No |
Regional Agreements (on emergency/disaster response, but also customs unions, regional integration) |
Public Law 15-58 section Compact of Free Association with United States |
Exemption Regular Regime (Non-Emergency Response)
Duties and tax exemption fall under Section 222 of title 54 1 of the Code of the 2 Federated States of Micronesia Amendment 15-118. Specifically section 6 Refers to the exemption for goods imported for foreign aid projects and Section 9 refers to good used for humanitarian purposes.
The procedures and polices do not change with the enactment of a state of disaster or emergency.
The official process to be followed for taxes exemption is the same.
While an organisation can directly apply for tax exemption directly to the DFTA during non-disaster times, during a national state of emergency they should channel duty and tax exemption requests through the Department of Environment, Climate Change, and Emergency Management (DECEM) who are the national focal point and cluster coordination focal point and will be able to expedite exemption requests directly to the Secretary.
Organizational Requirements to obtain Duty Free Status |
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United Nations Agencies |
All UN Organisations are exempt from duties and taxes if the goods are for the use in humanitarian programs assessed on a case by case or individual consignment bases |
Non Governmental Organizations |
All Non-Government Organisations are exempt from duties and taxes if the goods are for the use in humanitarian programs assessed on a case by case bases individual consignment basis. |
Note: Organisations cannot get a blanket exemption based on the organisation activities. (source Assistant Secretary to DCTA)
Exemption Certificate Application Procedure
Duties and Taxes Exemption Application Procedure |
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Generalities (include a list of necessary documentation) |
The Tax exemption process requires only standard transport and shipping documentation to request the exemption. Documentation Required
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Process to be followed (step by step or flowchart) |
2. Obtain Dispatch Documents from Point of Origin
3. Send Original Documents
4. Arrival of documents a. Obtain Request for Tax exemption letter from Government Dept. or Organisation to complete 5. Submit to DECEM
6. DCTA Approval
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Exemption Certificate Document Requirements
Duties and Taxes Exemption Certificate Document Requirements (by commodity) |
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Food |
NFI (Shelter, WASH, Education) |
Medicines |
Vehicle & Spare Parts |
Staff & Office Supplies |
Telecoms Equipment |
Invoice |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
AWB/BL/Other Transport Documents |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Donation/Non-Commercial Certificates |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x copy |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x copy |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x copy |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x copy |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x copy |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x copy |
Packing Lists |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Yes, 1x copy |
Other Documents |
Letter of Duty and Taxes Exemption Request Original |
Letter of Duty and Taxes Exemption Request Original |
Letter of Duty and Taxes Exemption Request Original |
Letter of Duty and Taxes Exemption Request Original |
Letter of Duty and Taxes Exemption Request Original |
Letter of Duty and Taxes Exemption Request Original |
Additional Notes |
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Medical Items- There are no specific requirement for import of medical items other than outlined above Vehicles- There are no specific documentation requirement for the import of vehicles for use in humanitarian or disaster programs Communications Equipment- There are no specific requirements for the importation of Satellite phones / VHF or HF radios (Source :Assistant Secretary -Division of Customs and Tax Administration Palikir) |
Customs Clearance
General Information
Customs Information |
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Document Requirements |
As Outlined Above |
Embargoes |
None |
Prohibited Items |
Firearms, illegal drugs |
General Restrictions |
There are no general restrictions |
Customs Clearance Document Requirements
Customs Clearance Document Requirements (by commodity) |
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Food |
NFI (Shelter, WASH, Education) |
Medicines |
Vehicles & Spare Parts |
Staff & Office Supplies |
Telecoms Equipment |
D&T Exemption Certificate |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Invoice |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
AWB/BL/Other Transport Documents |
Yes 3 x original |
Yes 3 x original |
Yes 3 x original |
Yes 3 x original |
Yes 3 x original |
Yes 3 x original |
Donation/Non-Commercial Certificates |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x Original 1x Copy |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x Original 1x Copy |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x Original 1x Copy |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x Original 1x Copy |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x Original 1x Copy |
Yes Letter of Donation 1x Original 1x Copy |
Packing Lists |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Yes 1 x original |
Phytosanitary Certificate |
No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Additional Notes |
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Used clothing For the import of used clothing items no phytosanitary certificate is required to facilitate the import. However such goods will be inspected by quarantine. Should there be identifiable contamination the container will be decontaminated at cost to the consignee. |
Transit Regime
No ports in Micronesia have bonded facilities but can however store full containers for goods in transit.
2 Micronesia Logistics Infrastructure
Most large infrastructure and utilities services are supported by either FSM or State Governments. Services such as electricity supply, fuel supply, roads, ports and airports are all government owned and managed, although private contractors manage some of the services such as stevedoring and freight handling
Other than in the state capitals few retail and business services exist. Almost all goods are imported into FSM except for fish and coconut products. The retail and business sector relies on the import of goods from China, Taiwan, Korea, the United States and Australasia.
The retail sector consists on several multi sectored supermarkets providing items from food, clothing kitchenware, white goods, sport goods, office supplies and hardware. There are a limited number of larger, locally owned retail outlets.
There is a total reliance on imported goods. Goods are relatively expensive and small local convenience stores are scattered throughout the communities supplying small items for daily use.
Small entrepreneurs operate niche services and stores based on importing goods ranging from computers, clothing, stationary supplies and boat motors, to beer, to engine oil.
There are a number of National and State projects underway to upgrade port and airport infrastructure with support from various external organisations such as the World Bank, Asian Development Bank, Japan and USA governments. Completion dates range from 2 to 5 years and are aimed at enhancing the current internal logistics infrastructure.
2.1 Micronesia Port Assessment
Micronesia operates four international seaports, one in each state: Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae.
In Pohnpei and Yap the ports are managed by a Port Authority while in Chuuk and Yao the ports are operated through the Department of Transport and Public works. All four ports are in a protected Lagoon environment
All ports are general ports and almost exclusively all in-bound and out-bound freight is containerised. While this is the case no wharf unloading container facilities exist other than a single 50 mt mobile crane in Pohnpei Port. All vessels visiting Micronesia's ports must have gantry cranes for loading and unloading.
All ports have top Loaders or reach stackers for moving and stacking containers once unloaded. Most equipment is in serviceable condition. Small numbers of key handling assets create a vulnerable point to reliable goods handling in the case of emergency.
In Pohnpei Port planning is well advanced to extend the current port footprint to increase container storage space and provide additional berthing to accommodate the fishing fleet and domestic shipping. This will allow dedicated berthing for international freight services. Estimated completion is two years.
2.1.1 Micronesia Port of Pohnpei
Port Overview
The Port of Pohnpei is located on the island of Pohnpei. Pohnpei is the capital of the Federated States of Micronesia and the National government is established in Palikir, Sokehs. The Port is operated by the Pohnpei Ports Authority and along with all other ports in FSM is overseen by the Department of Transportation Communication and Infrastructure. The port predominantly facilitates the import of goods for domestic use which is almost exclusively containerized freight.
The port is broken into four separate areas: International, Fishing, Domestic and Marine Surveillance.
The main dock encompasses the international and fishing dock with the domestic and marine surveillance dock adjacent to the main dock area.
Port website: http://www.ppa.fm
Key port information can also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Pohnpei |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Kolonia 2.5km |
Port's Complete Name |
Pohnpei Harbour |
Latitude |
6.979400 |
Longitude |
158.201225 |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
Pohnpei Port Authority |
Management Contact Person |
Grilly Jack |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Pohnpei International Airport, adjacent to the Port United Airlines |
Port Picture
- International and Domestics Docks
- Fishing Boat Dock
- Warehouses
- Container Storage
- Stevedores
- Marine Surveillance Head Quarters
- Patrol Boats
- Pohnpei International Airport
Main dock
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
The Pohnpei Port Authority in addition to overall responsibility for all ports, airports and airfields throughout Pohnpei State handles the port terminal services. Stevedoring Services are provided by Federated Shipping Company (FSCO) a private company that undertakes all freight movements at the port as well as handling warehousing and storage of goods, piloting services and the delivery of containers and goods to site.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Micronesia Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Performance
The port handles approximately 3-5 cargo vessels per month almost exclusively container freight with Matson and Kyowa line providing scheduled services to Pohnpei. The port also receives bulk fuel vessels 2-3 times per month. The port handles approximately 80 containers of freight per month. The dock is situated inside a lagoon on the Northern side of Pohnpei.
The international dock is physically adjacent to the fishing and domestic dock, separated by a security fence.
Containers must all be unloaded by vessel gantry crane as no dockside container cranes or equipment are available at the dock. There is a 50MT mobile crane in the container storage area. Containers can generally be unloaded at 4-6 per hour.
The international port is not congested but the limited amount of handling equipment available could leave the port vulnerable in times of high need. The port handling equipment is in good condition. Adjacent to the international dock, at the southern end, is the fishing dock where tuna fishing vessels berth
Tuna fishing is the major export from FSM. In Pohnpei, transhipment is conducted at the anchorage area. After transhipment, fishing vessels proceed to the dock for provisioning, bunkering, maintenance and net repairs. At times fishing vessels berth 3 abreast causing congestion. All tuna fishing activities are privately operated.
The domestic dock lays south of the fishing dock and is the home base of the two FSM government owned freight and passenger vessels: the MV Caroline Voyager and the MV Micronesian Navigators. When both vessels are in port, due to space constraints, they are required berth side by side.
SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
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Occurs |
Time Frame |
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Rainy Season |
Yes |
November to April but does not affect operation unless severe event |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
HANDLING FIGURES for 2022 |
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Vessel Calls |
154 as of August 2022 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
1,683 as of August 2022 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2022 |
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Bulk (MT) |
N/A |
Break bulk (MT) |
53,476.47 as of August 2022 |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following table:
Terminal Handling charges |
Cost USD |
Comments/ source |
Discharge/ Load |
9.24/ W/MT |
Association of Terminal Operators & Stevedoring Companies of Micronesia |
Discharge/Load Container 20’ w/cargo |
38.50/ movement |
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Discharge/Load Container 40’ w/cargo |
42.35/ Movement |
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Discharge/Load Container empty |
24.26/ Movement- 20’footer container 61.60 / Movement- 40’ footer container |
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Straddle Carrier/Fork Under hook to yard or vis a versa |
20’ 15.40 /Movement 40’ 61.60 Movement |
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Stuffing and unstuffing containers |
6.36/W/Mt |
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LCL Bulk break goods unloading/loading International |
6.16/W/Mt |
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Bulk break goods Domestic shipping |
12.63/W/MT |
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Demurrage General freight Refrigerated fright |
5 Days No free time |
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Demurrage charges Bulk break fright |
1.50/W/MT/Day Inside the Warehouse 1.00/W/MT/Day Outside the warehouse & unprotected |
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Delivery |
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Deliver/Return of containers to site |
$ 50.00 – Empty container $ 69.00 – Full container |
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Port Fees |
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Pohnpei Port Authority Seaport Rules & Regulations |
Entry fee:
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$50.00 $0.06 per gross registered ton (grt) |
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Dockage fee |
~ 0 up to 100 feet $35.00 ~ 101 up to 150 feet $50.00 ~ 151 up to 200 feet $60.00 ~ 201 up to 250 feet $95.00 ~ 251 up to 300 feet $115,00 ~ 301 up to 350 feet $155.00 ~ 351 up to 375 feet $215.00 ~ 376 up to 400 feet $255.00 ~ 401 up to 425 feet $265.00 ~ 426 up to 450 feet+ $285.00 ~ 451 up to 475 feet $305.00 ~ 476 up to 500 feet $355.00 ~501 feet up $405.00 |
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Handling charges |
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Aids to Navigation dues per port call |
$0.02 per grt |
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Supplemental Port Services Fee |
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Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
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Conventional Berth |
1 |
264 70 60 |
12 |
International dock FIshing dock Domestic dock |
Container Berth |
No |
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Silo Berth |
No |
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Berthing Tugs |
No |
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Water Barges |
No |
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General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
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Imports - Bagged Cargo |
N/A |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
N/A |
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
N/A |
Other Imports |
Vehicles |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is owned and operated by Federated Shipping Company Ltd (FSCO) - a privately owned operator. The handling equipment is in good working condition with top loaders and large forklifts available.
Smaller forklifts are used for movement of palletized freight and are in good working condition. One mobile crane (50MT) has just been purchased and also available.
The top loaders move all containers from dockside to storage and load all tractor trailers for delivery. Consignees can also unload containers in the storage area in lieu of delivery
There are no tugmasters, and all containers are stacked and loaded directly on the container chassis by top loader. Containers chassis for 20 footers and 40 containers are available
FSCO maintains three prime movers/tractor for container delivery.
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
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Dockside Crane |
No |
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Container Gantries |
No |
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Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
1 x 50MT |
New |
Reachstacker |
Yes |
1 x 40 MT 1 x 30MT |
Operational |
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer) |
No |
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Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines |
No |
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Transtainer |
No |
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Forklifts |
Yes |
1 x 28 MT 1 x 25 MT 1 x 12 MT 1 x 5 MT 1 x 4 MT 1 x 2 MT |
All operational |
Tractor unit single axle |
Yes |
1 |
operational |
Tractor unit double axle |
Yes |
1 |
operational |
50 mt crane
Reach stacker
Container Facilities
While almost all freight moving through the port is in containers the port has no dedicated container facility and operates as a general port.
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
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Container Facilities Available |
N/A |
N/A |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
N/A | N/A |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Located at fishing dock. For private use. |
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Other Capacity Details |
Storage space up to 800 containers | |
Daily Take Off Capacity |
7 | 4 |
Number of Reefer Stations |
17 connections point owned by a private fishing company (Luenthai Fishing Venture building adjacent to yard) | |
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
Dependent on vessel's capacity |
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Off take Capacity of
Gang Shift |
25 | 15 |
Customs Guidance
As with all states in the FSM Customs is nationally controlled and regulated through the Department of Finance and Tax Administration. DFTA Customs officers are based in each state capital and attend the port upon the arrival of each vessel. Attendance at the port is dependent on the shipping arrivals schedule otherwise customs is located at the Government administration buildings between 8am-5pm Monday to Friday
Standard shipment documentation is required to clear customs and is processed at the port at state level. For tax and duty exemption the procedure is to obtain the exemption letter for humanitarian goods through DECEM and the Department of Transport and Infrastructure in Palikir and for such an exemption letter to be provided with the clearance documentation at the port level, ideally prior to the arrival of the shipment.
Clearance time for consignment is 24-48 hours and humanitarian goods will be prioritized in an emergency provided correct documentation is complete
For more information on customs in the Federated States of Micronesia, please see the following link: 1.3 Micronesia Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
Pohnpei Port is essentially a general terminal and all vessels must be compatible and equipped with the ability to load and unload i.e. Gantry cranes for containers or bulk break or bagged or ramped vessels for vehicle loading on to the flat dock.
There are three dock areas. International, Fishing Dock and the Domestic dock.
The Marine Surveillance dock lies adjacent to and south of the Domestic dock.
Grain and Bulk Handling
None
Main Storage Terminal
Pohnpei Port has two storage areas dock side. Two transit warehouses for bulk break freight and outside container storage
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
---|---|---|
Bagged Cargo |
Pohnpei Port has two storage areas dock side. 2 transit warehouses for bulk break freight and outside container storage |
570 m2 1,140 m2 |
Refrigerated Cargo |
Reefer containers only. Private (fishing company) chillers adjacent to dock area |
|
General Cargo |
1. Outside area container and vehicle storage 2. Warehouses as Dockside for Bulk break freight. |
7,500 m2 7,500 m2 |
|
|
Storage and Transit Warehouses |
Floor Storage |
Stevedoring
While the port operation falls under the Pohnpei Ports Authority, a single private company provides stevedoring services the Federated Shipping Company Ltd (FSCO). FSCO also undertakes all terminal services and local transport services. FSCO Offices are located adjacent to the dock area on the access road (refer map)
All ships operating at the port require gantry cranes to load/unload container freight. The Kyowa line uses RoRo vessels for the shipment of vehicles, which also fall under the responsibility of FSCO.
Stevedoring services are mechanical as are terminal services and the labour component is for the unstuffing of containers. During an emergency additional labour can be provided by FSCO.
Hinterland Information
FSCO provides distribution services through the use of container chassis. Containers are delivered to customers and dropped at the consignee’s site. Consignees have 5 days after vessel departure to unload containers. FSCO own 3 x prime mover /tractor and 20 trailers.
Private companies also operate their own tractors and trailers for collection of containers. Due to the limit on FSCO trailer availability it is often the case that containers and trailers are only returned on the day of the next vessels arrival whether this is outside the free period of not. As such demurrage is often not charged to regular customers
Port Security
Micronesia is not signatory to the ISPS Code, however, the U.S. has invested resources to assist the Federated States of Micronesia build the capacity to implement the ISPS Code to increase merchant trade.
Pohnpei Port operates under ISPS guidelines and has not recently undertaken an ISPS inspection due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As for previous inspection, the results are unknown at the time of writing. There was verbal acknowledgment from the Port Manager of some minor breaches that are difficult to rectify. The main issue is the location of a multi-story hotel that is adjacent to and overlooks the fence into the Commercial Port. To meet ISPS requirements the removal of the hotel is required. This is in the planning process and the site will ultimately accommodate a dock extension for use by the fishing fleet and domestic shipping. Timeline for this is 2-3 years.
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes with current breaches |
Current ISPS
Level |
Level 1 |
Police Boats |
Yes -2 Patrol boats operated by the FSM Maritime Surveillance and Border Control |
Fire Engines |
Aircraft, Fire Fighting & Rescue (ARFF) stationed at airport adjacent. Fire Emergency stationed in town. |
2.1.3 Micronesia Port of Chuuk
Port Overview
The port of Weno is operated through the State government Department of Transport and Public works who has responsibility for both the seaports and airports throughout Chuuk.
The port consists of two main docks and hosts both Intentional and domestic shipping.
Freight through the terminal is almost exclusively container freight with the exception of vehicles. No bulk break cargo is moved unless it is in an LCL containers bulk or bagged commodities are received or handled internationally. Bulk break goods are however handled on domestic shipping legs.
Chuuk (formerly Truk) lagoon has a significant maritime history being the service port for Japanese fleet during WW2. As such the access and shelter provided to ships including aircraft carriers is historically easily accommodated.
Port website: http://www.ict.fm/transportation-marine.html
Key port information can also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States Of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Moen |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Weno 1 Km |
Port's Complete Name |
Port of Chuuk |
Latitude |
72645.52 N |
Longitude |
1515023.61 E |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
Dept Transport and Public Works |
Management Contact Person |
John Smith Port Manager |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Chuuk International Airport Air Nugini United Airlines |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
The port terminal services and stevedoring is handled by a private company Transco. Piloting services are handled by private operators.
Chuuk Department of transport and Public works are responsible for the administration and regulations of Weno Port. However all port operations are contracted out to private companies.
Transco are the main contractors and are responsible for all terminal services and stevedoring. Piloting services are available through Transco through a subcontracted pilot.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Micronesia Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
The port itself handles approximately 5 cargo vessels per month almost exclusively container freight with Matson and Kyowa line providing scheduled services to Chuuk. The dock is situated on Weno Island inside Truk lagoon and access is via channels through the outer reef. With 2 docks 190m and 185M long the largest vessel accommodated at the dock was 13000 tons. Larger ships may anchor in the lagoon.
Containers must all be unloaded by Gantry crane as no container cranes are available at the dock. Depending on ships gantry crane capacity. Containers can generally be unloaded at 6-10 per hour.
The port is not congested but the limited amount handling equipment used on the port could leave the port vulnerable in times of high need. Port handling equipment was in good condition but only a small number were available.
SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
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---|---|---|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
|
Rainy Season |
Yes |
November to April but does not affect operation unless severe event |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
|
Other Comments |
|
HANDLING FIGURES for 2017 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
60 per year |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
750 per year |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2017 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
None |
Break bulk (MT) |
Approx 150-200 MT/Year |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following table:
Terminal Handling charges |
Cost |
Comments/ source |
Entry |
10c/GRT |
Transco |
Anchorage |
USD150/24hrs |
Transco |
Dockage/Berthing |
USD 0.7cGRT/24hrs |
Transco |
Wharfage Load/Unload |
10c/GRT |
Transco |
Bulk break |
USD 1.75/m3 |
Transco |
Customs |
4% of CIF |
Transco |
Demurrage after 10 days Dockside |
20’ USD 62.10/day +5% state tax 40’ USD 124.20/day +5% state tax |
Transco |
Clearance |
||
Shipping Agent Handling charges for customs clearance only. |
USD52.50 10% of 4% CIF |
Transco |
Storage Bulk break freight |
USD 2.30/m3 |
Transco |
Shipping Agent handling charges for clearing containers |
20’ USD 210 40’ USD 425 |
Transco |
Delivery |
||
Delivery of containers to site |
20’ USD 189 40’ USD 217 |
Transco |
Demurrage is charged after 3 days at the following rates |
20’ USD65.21/day 40’ USD130.41.20/day |
Transco |
Container moving/loading unloading to site outside dock |
Tractor rental USD 175/hr Trailer Rental USD50/hr 2 forklifts required to unload empty container USD183/hr |
Transco |
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
2 | 180 and 190 | 9 |
|
Container Berth |
no |
|
||
Silo Berth |
no |
|
||
Berthing Tugs |
no |
|
||
Water Barges |
|
A concrete RoRo ramp available for front ramp vessels including landing craft.
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
NA |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
NA |
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
NA |
Other Imports |
Vehicles |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is owned and managed by Transco - a private operator. The handling equipment seen was in good condition although only single top loader is available. Smaller forklift for movement of palletised freight are available and in fair condition.
The top loader moves all containers from dockside to storage and loads all tractor trailers for delivery. Consignees can also unload containers in the storage area in lieu of delivery
There are no tug masters and all containers are stacked and loaded directly upon the
Delivery equipment (being trailer chassis) by the single top loader. Transco maintains a single prime mover/tractor for delivery.
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
No |
||
Container Gantries |
No |
||
Mobile Cranes |
No |
||
Reachstacker |
Yes |
30 MT | good |
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer) |
No |
||
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines |
No |
||
Transtainer |
No |
||
Forklifts |
Yes |
1 X 2 MT 1 X 5 MT 1 X 6 MT |
Container Facilities
While almost all freight moving through the port in containers the port has no dedicated container facility and operates as a general port.
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
NA |
NA |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
NA | NA |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
NA | NA |
Other Capacity Details |
Unknown | |
Daily Take Off Capacity |
Unknown | |
Number of Reefer Stations |
None | |
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
Dependent on vessel |
Dependent on vessel |
Off take Capacity of
Gang Shift |
Customs Guidance
As will all states in the FSM Customs is nationally controlled and regulated through the Department of Finance and Tax Administration. DFTA Customs officers are based in each state capital and attend the airport upon the arrival of each vessel. Attendance at the port is dependent on the schedule otherwise customs is located at the Government administration buildings between 8am-5pm M-F
Standard shipment documentation is required to clear customs and is processed at the port at state level. For tax and duty exemption the procedure is to obtain the exemption letter for humanitarian goods through DECEM and the Dept of Transport and Infrastructure in Palikir and for such an exemption letter to be provided with the clearance documentation at the port level ideally prior to the arrival of the shipment.
Clearance time for consignment is 24-48 hours and humanitarian goods will be prioritised in an emergency provided correct documentation is complete
For more information on customs in the Federated States of Micronesia, please see the following link: 1.3 Micronesia Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
Weno port is essentially a general terminal and all vessel must be compatible and equipped with the ability to load and unload i.e. Gantry cranes for containers or bulk break or bagged or Ramped vessels for vehicle loading on to the flat dock.
There are 2 general docks areas 180m and 190m long by 20m wide.
The Domestic RoRo ramp is situated outside the main dock adjacent to the east end of Dock A for use with front ramp landing craft.
Main Storage Terminal
Weno Port has two storage areas dock side this a transit warehouse for Bulk break fright and outside container storage Please see map above
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
---|---|---|
Bagged Cargo |
No specific areas for bagged cargo only dock side transit warehouses used for bulk break or bagged goods |
700 m2 |
Refrigerated Cargo |
None | |
General Cargo |
1 – Dockside for Bulk break freight 2 Outside Dock area Containers and general (Public works) |
700 m2 6000 m2 |
|
|
Transit warehouse for LCL Bulk break freight |
Warehouse adjacent to transit warehouse |
Stevedoring
While the port operation falls under the Department of Public Works and Transport stevedoring services are provided by a single private company Transco. Transco also undertakes terminal services. Transco also provide services as a shipping agent and local transport services. Transco Offices are located adjacent to the Dock area on the access road (refer map)
All ships operating at the port require gantry cranes to load/unload all container freight. The Kyowa line uses RoRo vessels for the shipment of vehicles which also fall under the responsibility of Transco.
Stevedoring services are mechanical as are terminal services and the labour component is for the unstuffing of containers. During an emergency additional labour can be provided by the dept of Public owrks and transport of needed.
Hinterland Information
The private Terminal services operator Transco also provides distribution services through the use of container chassis. Containers are delivered to customers and dropped at the consignee’s site. Consignees have 3 days after vessel departure to unload containers. Transco own 1 x prime mover /tractor and 8 trailers.
Demurrage is charged after 3 days at the following rates
20’ container USD65.21/day
40”container USD130.41.20/day
Port Security
Micronesia is not signatory to the ISPS Code, however, the U.S. has invested resources to assist the Federated States of Micronesia build the capacity to implement the ISPS Code to increase merchant trade.
Weno Port operates under ISPS guidleines and has recently undertaken an inspection (January 2018) While the results are unknown at the time of writing there was verbal acknowledgment from the Port Manager of some minor breaches which are rectifiable. Surveillance
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes with current breaches |
Current ISPS
Level |
No indication of level by Port Manager |
Police Boats |
No |
Fire Engines |
None observed on site. Fire services based at airport available |
2.1.4 Micronesia Port of Yap
Port Overview
The port of Yap is operated through the State Government Department of Public Works and Transportation who has responsibility for both the seaports and airports throughout Yap.
The port consists of a single main dock for international freight inside a security perimeter with two public accessible domestic docks close adjacent to the international dock.
Freight through the terminal is almost exclusively container freight with the exception of vehicles. No bulk break cargo is moved unless it is in an LCL container, bulk or bagged commodities are received or handled internationally. Bulk break goods are however handled on domestic shipping legs.
Main dock infrastructure is poor with cyclone damaged warehouses and structures in disrepair. Handling equipment is in fair to poor condition. Terminal services are provided by a private company undertaking stevedoring and freight handling.
Port website: NA
Key port information can also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States Of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Colonia Yap State |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Colonia 1 Km |
Port's Complete Name |
Colonia Yap International Port |
Latitude |
9.311593 N |
Longitude |
138.73388 E |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
WAAB Transportation Company |
Management Contact Person |
George R. Torwan |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Yap International Airport United Airlines Pacific Missionary Aviation Caroline Islands Air Air Nauru |
Port Picture
- Domestic Dock
- Fisheries Dock
- Gate
- Stevedores
- Transit warehouse
- Container storage
- Main dock
- RoRo Ramp
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Yap Department of Transport and Public Works are responsible for the administration and regulations of Colonia Port. However, all port operations are contracted out to private companies.
WAAB is the main contractor and is responsible for all terminal services and stevedoring. Piloting services are available through WAAB and carrier agents through a subcontracted pilot.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Micronesia Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Performance
The port handles approximately 3- 5 cargo vessels per month almost exclusively container freight with Mariana Express Line Ltd and Kyowa line providing scheduled services to Yap. The dock is situated at Colonia. With the main dock covering 264m. The dock can accommodate vessels up to 500ft.
Containers must all be unloaded by ship’s gantry crane as no container cranes are available at the dock. Containers can generally be unloaded at 6-10 per hour.
The port is not congested but the limited amount of handling equipment available at the port could leave the port vulnerable in times of high need. Port handling equipment is in poor condition with only a small amount available with major equipment undergoing repairs.
Transit warehouse facilities were also in poor condition with walls and ceiling exposed due to the damage caused in 2006 by Typhoon Ester. Apart from the removal of debris no further repair or reconstruction has been undertaken. The minimal level and poor condition of large handling equipment is a potential bottleneck in the event of an emergency.
SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
||
---|---|---|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
|
Rainy Season |
Yes |
November to April but does not affect operation unless severe event |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
|
Other Comments |
Easterly Winds that start in October and often gust up to 20kn which affect the vessel capacity to kick away from the dock |
HANDLING FIGURES for 2017 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
60 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
720 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
N/A |
Break bulk (MT) |
N/A |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following table:
Terminal Handling Charges |
Cost USD |
---|---|
Yap State Government Charges |
|
Dockage |
10c/GRT |
Entry |
10c/GRT |
Warfage |
USD 1.25/W/MT |
Bulk break |
USD 6.50/W/MT |
WAAB Charges | |
Handling and loading |
USD 2.50/W/MT |
Container delivery |
20’ USD 148 (Colonia) 40’ USD 170 (Colonia) |
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
2 | 264 | 4-12 |
|
Container Berth |
no |
|
||
Silo Berth |
no |
|
||
Berthing Tugs |
no |
|
||
Water Barges |
|
A concrete RoRo Berth is available at the eastern end of the port which is easily able to handle RoRo ramp vessel up to 500MT load capacity
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
NA |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
NA |
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
Vehicle imports |
Other Imports |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is owned and managed by WAAB - a private operator. The handling equipment is in poor condition with a single top lifter available but constantly under repair before use. Smaller forklifts for movement of palletized freight are available and in fair condition.
The top lifter moves all containers from dockside to storage and loads all tractor trailers for delivery. consignees can also unload containers in the storage area in lieu of delivery
There are no tug masters, and all containers are stacked and loaded directly upon the delivery equipment (being trailer chassis) by the single top lifter WAAB maintains a single prime mover/tractor for delivery.
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
No |
||
Container Gantries |
No |
||
Mobile Cranes |
No |
||
Reachstacker |
Yes |
Not operational | |
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer) |
No |
||
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines |
No |
||
Transtainer |
No |
||
Forklifts |
Yes |
1 X 25 mt 1 X 3 mt 1 x 2 mt |
Serviceable with 20+ years use Under repair Serviceable |
Top Loader under repair |
25MT Forklift for container moving |
WAAP Tractor unit for deliveries |
Container chassis. |
Container Facilities
While almost all freight moving through the port is in containers the port has no dedicated container facility and operates as a general port.
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
NA |
NA |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
NA | NA |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
NA | NA |
Daily Take Off Capacity |
Dependant on ships capability (approx. 7/hour) |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
None | |
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
Dependant on ships capability |
|
Off take Capacity of
Gang Shift |
Dependant on ships
capability |
Customs Guidance
As with all states in the FSM Customs is nationally controlled and regulated through the Department of Finance and Tax Administration. DFTA Customs officers are based in at the adjacent near the YCA building attend the port upon the arrival of each vessel. Attendance at the port is dependent on the schedule otherwise customs is located at the Government administration buildings between 8am-5pm M-F
Standard shipment documentation is required to clear customs and is processed at the port at state level. For tax and duty exemption the procedure is to obtain the exemption letter for humanitarian goods through DECEM and the Dept of Transport and Infrastructure in Palikir and for such an exemption letter to be provided with the clearance documentation at the port level ideally prior to the arrival of the shipment.
Clearance time for consignment is 24-48 hours and humanitarian goods will be prioritized in an emergency provided correct documentation is complete
For more information on customs in Micronesia, please see the following link: 1.3 Micronesia Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
Yap port is essentially a general terminal and all vessel must be compatible and equipped with the ability to load and unload i.e. Gantry cranes for containers or bulk break or bagged or ramped vessels for vehicle loading on to the flat dock.
There is one main general dock at 264m x 20m wide. A concrete RoRo ramp is situated outside the main dock adjacent to the east end of Dock A for use with front ramp landing craft.
Grain and Bulk Handling
No faclilities.
Main Storage Terminal
Storage at the terminal is poor and cannot be expected to be used in an emergency as it can only handle small amounts of freight. Damage to the building caused by cyclones has rendered the building exposed to the elements.
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
---|---|---|
Bagged Cargo |
General cargo only | |
Refrigerated Cargo |
No | |
General Cargo |
1 in poor condition | 200 m2 |
Stevedoring
While the port operation falls under the Department of Public Works and Transport stevedoring services are provided by a single private company WAAB which undertakes all terminal services. WAAB also provide services as a shipping agent and local transport services. WAAB offices are located at the dock in the transit warehouse.
All ships operating at the port require gantry cranes to load/unload all container freight. The Kyowa line uses RoRo vessels for the shipment of vehicles which also fall under the responsibility of WAAB
Stevedoring services are mechanical as are terminal services and the labour component is for the unstuffing of containers. During an emergency additional labour can be provided by the Dept of Public Works and Transport if needed.
Hinterland Information
The private Terminal services operator WAAB also provides distribution services through the use of container chassis. Containers are delivered to customers and dropped at the consignee’s site. Consignees have 10 days after vessel departure to unload containers. WAAB own 1 x prime mover /tractor and no trailers. MELL Shipping owns 5 trailers and Matson Shipping owns 5 trailers which are all towed buy WAAB. There is only 1 x 40’ trailer available.
Demurrage is charged after 10 days at the following rates
20’ container USD4.00 day/unit
40”container USD6.25 day/unit
There are no side loading container chassis available so all containers that require unloading at the site require forklifts to unload. The 25MT forklift can be hired at USD$175/hour
Port Security
Micronesia is not signatory to the ISPS Code; however, the U.S. has invested resources to assist the Federated States of Micronesia build the capacity to implement the ISPS Code to increase merchant trade.
Yap Port operates under ISPS guidelines and has recently undertaken an inspection (January 2018) While the results are unknown at the time of writing there was verbal acknowledgment from the Port Manager of some minor breaches.
Entry to the Port requires photo ID which is held by security during the visit. The port is only accessible to persons involved in the collection of freight. It is also common for containers to be unloaded in the port area onto private transport as such despite the small volume the port is open to traffic for such purposes.
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes, with current breaches |
Current ISPS
Level |
No indication of level by Port Manager |
Police Boats |
No |
Fire Engines |
None at commercial port. Fire services based at airport available |
2.1.2 Micronesia Port of Kosrae
Port Overview
Port of Kosrae (Micronesia)
The port of Kosrae is operated through the Kosrae Port Authority who has responsibility for both the seaports and airports throughout Yap.
The port consists of a single main dock for international freight inside a security perimeter
Kosrae is serviced by Matson and Kyowa shipping lines via Guam for general freight and Marianas Shipping lines who provide freight services to the tuna fishing industry
Freight through the terminal is almost exclusively container freight with the exception of vehicles. No bulk break cargo is moved unless it is in an LCL containers bulk or bagged commodities are received or handled internationally. Bulk break goods are however handled on domestic shipping legs.
Main dock infrastructure is in good condition with a solid warehouses facility. Handling equipment is also in fair to good condition. Terminal services are provided by Kosrae Terminal Services and Stevedoring Company KTSSC a private company undertaking stevedoring and freight handling.
Port website: NA
Key port information can also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Okay |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Tofol 10 Km |
Port's Complete Name |
Kosrae International Port |
Latitude |
5.2101 N |
Longitude |
162.5724 E |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
Kosrae Port Authority |
Management Contact Person |
Jesse Tulensru |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Kosrae Airport United Airlines Caroline Islands Air |
Port Picture
- Gate
- Stevedores
- Transit Warehouse
- Container storage
- Main dock
- Port Authority
- Airport Terminal
- Fishing Dock and Warehouse
- FSMPC (FSM Petroleum Company
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Kosrae Port Authority are responsible for the administration and regulations for Kosrae Port.
However all port operations are contracted out to KTSC a private company who are responsible for all terminal services and stevedoring. Piloting services are available through a subcontracted pilot.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Micronesia Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Performance
The port handles approximately 3- 5 cargo vessels per month almost exclusively container freight with Matson and Kyowa line providing scheduled services to Kosrae. The dock is situated adjacent to the Aiport. With the main dock 170 m. The Dock can accommodate vessels up to 500ft
Containers must all be unloaded by gantry crane as no container cranes are available at the dock. Containers can generally be unloaded at 6-10 per hour.
The port is not congested but the limited amount handling equipment used on the port could leave the port vulnerable in times of high need. Port handling equipment was in good condition with only a small amount available.
Transit warehouse facilities were also in good condition with multiple doors
SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
||
---|---|---|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
|
Rainy Season |
Yes |
November to April but does not affect operation unless severe event |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
|
Other Comments |
|
HANDLING FIGURES for 2017 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
60 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
250 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2017 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
NA |
Break bulk (MT) |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following table:
Terminal Handling Charges |
Cost USD |
|
|
|
|
Dockage |
14c/GRT |
|
Anchorage |
10c/GRT |
|
Line Handling |
100/vessel |
|
Navigational Aid fee |
15/Vessel |
|
Wharfage |
25c/GRT |
|
Pilot |
18c/GRT/move |
|
|
|
|
Container unload of vessel |
20’ 34.50 40’ 67.25 |
|
Container Empty unload of vessel |
20’ 23.25 40’ 37.55 |
|
Stuff/unstuffing From Container to Container |
4.85/W/MT |
|
Container to Freight Station |
5.65/W/MT |
|
Shifting container |
20’ 23.25/move 40’45.25/move |
|
Bulk break Cargo handling |
6.05W//MT |
|
Container Loading onto truck |
20’ 9.5/W/MT 40’ 14.22/W/MT |
|
Container Loading onto truck-Empty |
20’ 96.4/W/MT 40’ 8.15/W/MT |
|
Container Delivery |
125/move |
|
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
1 | 165 | 9 |
|
Container Berth |
no |
|
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Silo Berth |
no |
|
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Berthing Tugs |
no |
|
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Water Barges |
|
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
NA |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
NA |
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
vehicle imports |
Other Imports |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is owned and managed by KTSC a private operator. The handling equipment seen was in Good condition with a single top loader available. A second Top loader has been purchased and KTSC is awaiting its arrival in February. Smaller forklifts for movement of palletised freight are available and in fair condition.
The top loader moves all containers from dockside to storage and loads all tractor trailers for delivery. consignees can also unload containers in the storage area in lieu of delivery
There are no tug masters and all containers are stacked and loaded directly upon the delivery equipment (being trailer chassis) by the single top loader. KTSC maintains 1 single prime mover/tractor for delivery.
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
No |
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Container Gantries |
No |
||
Mobile Cranes |
No |
||
Reachstacker |
Yes |
1 X 35 MT | Good Condition. A second reach staker is available and belongs to the fishing company occupying part of the Port |
RoRo Tugmaster (w/ Trailer) |
No |
||
Grain Elevator w/ Bagging Machines |
No |
||
Transtainer |
No |
||
Forklifts |
Yes |
1 X 35 MT 2 X 5 MT 1 X 3 MT |
Trailer chassis Top loader in rear |
25MT Reach Stacker belonging to Fishing company |
|
Container chassis. |
Container Facilities
While almost all freight moving through the port is in containers the port has no dedicated container facility and operates as a general port.
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
NA |
NA |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
NA | NA |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes | Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
Unknown | |
Daily Take Off Capacity |
Unknown | |
Number of Reefer Stations |
80 | 80 |
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
Dependent on vessel |
Dependent on vessel |
Off take Capacity of
Gang Shift |
Container Marshalling and Storage area |
Reefer Station Domestic |
Main Dock with fuelling point |
Reefer stations Generator powered |
Customs Guidance
As with all states in the FSM Customs is nationally controlled and regulated through the Department of Finance and Tax Administration. DFTA Customs officers are based in at the adjacent near the YCA building attend the port upon the arrival of each vessel. Attendance at the port is dependent on the schedule otherwise customs is located at the Government administration buildings between 8am-5pm M-F
Standard shipment documentation is required to clear customs and is processed at the port at state level. For tax and duty exemption the procedure is to obtain the exemption letter for humanitarian goods through DECEM and the Dept of Transport and Infrastructure in Palikir and for such an exemption letter to be provided with the clearance documentation at the port level ideally prior to the arrival of the shipment.
Clearance time for consignment is 24-48 hours and humanitarian goods will be prioritised in an emergency provided correct documentation is complete
For more information on customs in COUNTRY NAME, please see the following link: 1.3 Micronesia Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
Kosrae port is essentially a general terminal and all vessel must be compatible and equipped with the ability to load and unload i.e. Gantry cranes for containers or bulk break or bagged or ramped vessels for vehicle loading on to the flat dock.
There is one main general dock at 167 m by 20m wide.
A former fisheries coolstore has been marked for redevelopment is over the past 6 months there is an increase in the volume of containers of fish handled for export. This has seen container numbers increase however this is not part of the general port activates as the Fishing operations are handled independently of the Port Authority
Main Storage Terminal
Storage at the terminal is good with Transit warehouses available. These are operated and managed by KTSO
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
---|---|---|
Bagged Cargo |
||
Refrigerated Cargo |
No - containers only | |
General Cargo |
1 in good condition | 600 M2 |
Transit warehouse |
KTSCO Transit warehouse |
Former fishing coolstore. Leased to private entity for development |
|
Stevedoring
While the port operation falls under Kosrae Port Authorities the stevedoring services are provided by a single private company KTSCO which undertakes all terminal services. KTSCO also provide services as a shipping agent and local transport services. KTSCO offices are located at the Dock in the transit warehouse
All ships operating at the port require gantry cranes to load/unload all container freight. The Kyowa line uses RoRo vessels for the shipment of vehicles which also fall under the responsibility of KTSCO
Stevedoring services are mechanical as are terminal services and the labour component is for the unstuffing of containers. During an emergency additional labour can be provided by the Dept of Public Works and transport of needed.
Hinterland Information
The private Terminal services operator KTSCO also provides distribution services through the use of container chassis. Containers are delivered to customers and dropped at the consignee’s site. Consignees have 10 days after vessel departure to unload containers. KTSCO owns 1 x prime mover /tractor and 7 trailers. Mariana shipping Lines and Matson shipping lines also privately own 2 and 5 trailers respectively
Demurrage is charged after 3 days at USD 2.75/MT/Day
There are no side loading container chassis available so all container that require unloading at the site require forklifts to unload.
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
No |
Current ISPS
Level |
No indication of level by Port Manager |
Police Boats |
No |
Fire Engines |
None observed on site. Fire services based at airport available |
2.2 Micronesia Aviation
Key airport information may also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/
The capitals in each of the four states Kolonia in Phonpei, Weno in Chuuk, Colonia in Yap and Okat in Kosrae accommodate airports with international and domestic services. International carrier’s specifically United airlines operate international routes flying the domestic legs between the Capital Islands.
Commercial air services to the islands outside the capitals (outer islands) have only been provided by small light aircraft through Caroline Islands Air (CIA) (not currently operating) and to a lesser extent Pacific Missionary Aviation (PMA) which exclusively services Yap.
As a State-Owned Enterprise (i.e. a Government-owned corporation) CIA is designed to offer essential services to the Nation whilst also operating relatively independently. CIA is currently (September 2022) awaiting delivery of a replacement Islander Aircraft to enable it to resume its service.
Some islands only have the capacity to land an 8 seater due to runway length others have the capacity to land a 19 seater.
Asia Pacific Airlines fly a regular 767 cargo aircraft charter service to the main islands to service the offshore fishing fleets for delivery of fresh chilled fish to the asian markets. On occasion the FSM Government has contracted this service to carry freight inwards as a backload.
All International airports comply with FAA standards and are governed and regulated out of the United States. Within FSM all airports come under the jurisdiction of the Division of Civil Aviation Authority of the Department of Transport and infrastructure who regulate and undertakes compliance across FSM at a National level.
At a state level the responsibility of the Airport falls under local Port Authorities in Pohnpei and Kosrae and the Department of Transport and Public works in Chuuk and Yap
Ongoing Improvements to outer Islands airfields is planned as funding allows.
For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please see the following links:
4.1 Micronesia Government Contact List
4.5 Micronesia Airport Companies Contact List
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.1. Pohnpei International Airport
Airport Overview
Pohnpei International Airport (PNI) is located on Deketik, a small lagoon islet connected to Pohnpei Island by a mile-long causeway. The airport receives regular commercial flights from Guam (via Chuuk) and Honolulu (via the Marshall Islands and Kosrae). The facilities are also equipped to handle direct flights from the Asia, the U.S. mainland and island groups in the region. United Airlines provided the main passenger service to Pohnpei and Asia Pacific Air (APA) provide airfreight services twice weekly.
Caroline Islands Air (CIA) has previously made periodic flights from Pohnpei to civil airfields on the atolls of Mwoakilloa, Pingelap, and Sapwuahfik, however their aircraft is currently out of service. They are expecting a new Islander Aircraft to arrive soon to recommence services The airport has a passenger terminal but has no freight storage facilities but complies with FFA standards and regulations in its operation.
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Pohnpei |
Nearest Town or City |
Kolonia 1.2 km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Pohnpei International Airport |
Latitude |
6.9850996 |
Longitude |
158.2089880 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
8 ft. / 2.4 m |
IATA Code |
PNI |
ICAO Code |
PTPN |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Pohnpei Port Authority |
Management Contact Person |
Mr Grilly Jack General Manager & Ronald Reyes Airport Manager |
Hours of Operation |
Monday - Friday 0800-1700 local time Saturday 0800-0200 local time Sunday Closed Security On-Duty 24 hrs / 7 days |
Airport Picture
- Pohnpei Port Authority (PPA) offices
- Terminal Building
- United Airlines (UA) cargo ground handling shed
- Hard Stand
- Emergency Services, ground services equipment (GSE) shed
- Customs and Immigration
- PPA Hangar
- Vital FSM Petroleum fuel farm
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Pohnpei International Airport is owned and operated by the Pohnpei Port Authority (PPA) located adjacent to the Airport Terminal. Airport operations are run directly by PPA with several contracted services being provided by private companies.
Ground handling for passenger aircraft is handled by United Airlines and air freight services provided by APA. Freight is handled by CTSI a freight and logistics company.
Fuel services to the airport are handled by FSM Petroleum Company located adjacent to the airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Micronesia Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
International passenger flights are mainly by way of United Airlines who services Pohnpei daily. The flight route also acts as a domestic flight route from and to Weno, Kosrae and Guam for connecting flights to Yap. United airlines use Boeing 737-800 but arrival passenger traffic may be as little as 20-40/day.
Nauru Airlines commenced service effective 16th October 2022, flying Brisbane - Nauru - Tarawa - Majuro -Pohnpei. Direct flights from Brisbane through to these North Pacific destinations.
Performance for 2022 | |||
---|---|---|---|
|
Per Year |
Per Month | Per Day |
Total Aircraft Movements |
480 | 40 | 1-2 |
Total Passengers (inbound and outbound) |
50,000 | 4,000 | 140 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
Unknown | ||
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
900 | 75 | 2.5 |
Current Use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
None |
Cargo handling capacity could be expanded in case of surge demand resulting from a disaster response using additional equipment from the adjacent port facilities if necessary. Storage would be the limiting factor and additional requirements would potentially require MSU(s)
Runways
Runways and hardstand are in good condition. All surfaces are asphalt and daily inspections are undertaken. There are no apparent issues which could affect the future use.
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
1,829 x 46 m |
Orientation |
083 magnetic, 090 true |
Surface |
asphalt/grooved, in good condition |
Runway #2 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
1,829 x 46 m |
Orientation |
263 magnetic, 270 true |
Surface |
asphalt/grooved, in good condition |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There are no dedicated helicopter pads, and any arrivals are required to use the hardstands area for fuelling and Northwest corner of the apron for flight maintenance and engine run-up.
Airport Infrastructure Details
The airport consists of a single main terminal and small ground handling shed. Handling Equipment is well maintained including ramps elevators and fuel supply equipment. Emergency equipment is well maintained and used and inspected daily.
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
---|---|---|---|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No provided by individual operators |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
No |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
No |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
No |
Latrine Servicing |
No |
Weather Facilities |
Honolulu control facility centre |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
ARFF-Category 7 index c Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting (ARFF) On-Duty or On-Call 24 hrs / 7 days |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
NA |
Base Operating Room |
Honolulu control facility centre |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
No |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
No |
VOR |
No |
ILS |
No |
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
C130 /C17 |
||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
C130 /C17 | ||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
8,400 | ||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
No warehouse storage area. External storage only on side of hard stand | ||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
No. elevated conveyor belt available |
Max Capacity (MT) |
|
Max Height (m) |
|
||
Loading Ramps |
No |
||
Other Comments |
There are a number of forklifts ranging from 2 mt to 28 mt available at the adjacent Pohnpei port also operated by PPA |
Customs Guidance
As with all states in the FSM Customs is nationally controlled and regulated through the Department of Finance and Tax Administration. DFTA Customs officers are based in each state capital and attend the airport upon the arrival of each aircraft. Attendance at the airport is dependent on the schedule otherwise customs is located at their field offices between 8am-5pm Monday – Friday
Standard shipment documentation is required to clear customs and is processed at the airport at state level. For tax and duty exemption the procedure is to obtain the exemption letter for humanitarian goods through DECEM and the Dept of Transport and Infrastructure in Palikir and for such an exemption letter to be provided with the clearance documentation at the port level ideally prior to the arrival of the shipment.
Clearance time for consignment is 24-48 hours and humanitarian goods will be prioritised in an emergency provided correct documentation is complete.
For more information on customs in FSM, please see the following link:1.3 Micronesia Customs Information
Storage Facilities
There are no storage facilities available inside the airport perimeter. However there are a small number of small warehouses outside the airport including one belonging to the State Government While it would need to be confirmed, there is a potential MSU site located to the north of the ground handling equipment shed that may be available in case of emergency.
Airfield Costs
Navigation Charges
All charges are the responsibility of the carrier and can be paid at the Airport manager’s office in the terminal building unless other arrangements have been made.
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
|
---|---|---|
0 - 2,800 |
2,800 - over |
|
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
NA |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight |
Landing USD - $ |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight |
Night Landing USD - $ |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight |
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight |
Parking | $0.90/400Kg/24hours | $1.00/400Kg/24hours |
Handling Charges |
NA |
NA |
Fuel Services Charges
All fuel is provided via Vital / FSM Petroleum and they are responsible for fuelling aircraft using tanker trucks.
Price per Litre USD - $ | |
---|---|
Jet A-1 | 1.59/lt |
Avgas | Not available |
Cargo Terminal Charges
There is no regular general freight handling provider. United Airlines as the main carrier have dedicated ground crew for loading and loading passenger aircraft. CTSI Logistics provide ground services to APA for the twice weekly air freight service providing mail and parcel freight.
It was indicated by DECEM that in the event of a state of emergency, fees and charges would be waived for humanitarian aircrafts.
Import Charges |
||
---|---|---|
Type of Charge |
Rate USD - $ per kg |
Comments |
Handling Charge |
1/kg indicative rate |
|
Break Bulk Fee |
NA |
|
Diplomatic Mail |
Yes |
|
Strong Room – per consignment |
NA |
|
Cold Storage Fee |
NA |
|
Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours |
No |
|
Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
Unknown |
|
Storage per Day |
NA |
|
Export |
||
Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo |
Unknown |
|
International Air Waybill |
Unknown |
|
Local Air Waybill |
Unknown |
|
Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
Unknown |
|
Air Way Bill Documentation |
Unknown |
|
Diplomatic Mail |
Unknown |
|
Storage Charges per Day |
Unknown |
|
Air-bridge Charges
NA
Security
The security of the airport falls under the responsibility of the Department of Transport Communications and Infrastructure. As part of meeting FFA compliance for airport operations security is structured and effective.
The airport is fully fenced, and access can only be gained with photo ID through a security gate. Non airport staffs are escorted by security.
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.2 Chuuk International Airport
Airport Overview
Chuuk International Airport (TKK) is located on Weno Island in the middle of Chuuk Lagoon. The airport receives regular commercial flights from Guam and Honolulu (via Pohnpei). Caroline Islands Air makes periodic flights the outer island airfields of Houk (Pulusuk), Ta (Mortlock Islands), and Onoun.(This service is currently suspended awaiting delivery of a new aircraft)
Chuuk International airport falls under the National Department of Transport Communications and Infrastructure Civil Aviation Division who are responsible for regulation compliance and policy for all FSM airport and airfield operations
As such the Chuuk airport complies with FFA standards and regulations in its operation The airport has a passenger terminal with customs immigration and quarantine services. The terminal itself has no freight storage facilities that are used on a general daily basis
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Chuuk State |
Nearest Town or City |
Weno 1 Km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Chuuk International Airport |
Latitude |
7.4618925 |
Longitude |
151.8430214 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
10ft/3m |
IATA Code |
TKK |
ICAO Code |
PTKK |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Department of Transport and Public works |
Management Contact Person |
Jerry F Irons Tel. 691 3302351 Email: i-guard@hotmail.com |
Open From (hours) |
Monday to Saturday 07:30 Sunday 12:00
|
Open To (hours) |
Monday to Friday 16:30 Saturday 12:00 Sunday 04:30 |
Airport Picture
- Terminal Building
- Customs
- Immigration
- Dept Transport and Public Works
- Airport Manager
- Emergency Services
- Fuel Depot
- Hard Stand
- MSU Site
- Security Gate
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Chuuk Airport is Operated by the Department of Transport and Public Works (DTPA) located adjacent to the Airport Terminal. Airport operations are run directly by DTPA with several contracted services being provided by private companies. Ground handling for passenger aircraft is handled by United Airlines
Fuel services to the airport are handled by FSM Petroleum Company located adjacent to the airport
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Micronesia Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
International passenger flights are mainly by way of United Airlines who service Chuuk four times per week The flight route also acts as a domestic flight route from and to Kosrae, Pohnpei and Guam for connecting flights to Yap. United airlines use a Boeing 737-800. Arrival passenger traffic maybe as little as 10-20/day.
Performance for 2022 | |||
---|---|---|---|
|
Per Year |
Per Month | Per Day |
Total Aircraft Movements |
250 | 20 | <1 |
Total Passengers |
7200 | 600 | 30 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
Unknown | ||
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
Unknown | ||
Current Use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
None |
The airports cargo carrying capacity is minimal. Incoming freight movements are currently two APA cargo flights per week and goods are usually less than that carried on a single pallet. There is a serviceable forklift that is available for unloading. Freight movement capacity will only be restricted by this. There is however no storage at the airport other than existing hangers.
There are no known measures planned to make further improvements to the airport.
Runways
Runways and hardstand are in good condition. All surfaces are asphalt and daily inspections are undertaken. There are no apparent issues which could affect future use.
Runway #4 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
1,831 x 46 m |
Orientation |
041 magnetic, 046 true |
Surface |
asphalt/grooved, in good condition |
Runway #22 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
1831 x 46 m |
Orientation |
221 magnetic, 226 true |
Surface |
asphalt/grooved, in good condition |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There are no dedicated helicopter pads, and any arrivals are required to use the hard stand area in front of the terminal.
Airport Infrastructure Details
The airport consists of a single main terminal and small ground handling shed. Handling equipment is well maintained including ramps elevators and fuel supply equipment. Emergency equipment is well maintained and inspected daily.
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
---|---|---|---|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No. Provided by individual private users |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
No |
Cargo terminal |
No |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
No Honolulu control facility centre |
Latrine Servicing |
No |
Weather Facilities |
No Contact Airport Manager |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
6 ARFF On-Duty or On-Call 24 hrs / 7 days |
Catering Services |
No |
De-icing Equipment |
NA |
Base Operating Room |
No |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
No |
Airport Radar |
No Honolulu control facility centre |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
No |
VOR |
No |
ILS |
No |
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
NA |
||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
C130 /C17 | ||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
8400 m² | ||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
No Warehouse storage area. External storage only on side of hardstand | ||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
No |
Max Capacity (MT) |
|
Max Height (m) |
|
||
Loading Ramps |
No |
||
Other Comments |
Forklift and elevated conveyor belt available |
Customs Guidance
As with all states in the FSM Customs is nationally controlled and regulated through the Department of Finance and Tax Administration. DFTA Customs officers are based in each state capital and attend the airport upon the arrival of each aircraft. Attendance at the airport is dependent on the schedule otherwise customs is located at their field offices between 8am-5pm Monday to Friday
Standard shipment documentation is required to clear customs and is processed at the airport at state level. For tax and duty exemption the procedure is to obtain the exemption letter for humanitarian goods through DECEM and the Dept of Transport and Infrastructure in Palikir and for such an exemption letter to be provided with the clearance documentation at the port level ideally prior to the arrival of the shipment.
Clearance time for consignment is 24-48 hours and humanitarian goods will be prioritised in an emergency provided correct documentation is complete.
For more information on customs in FSM, please see the following link: 1.3 Micronesia Customs Information
Storage Facilities
Storage facilities available at the airport are minimal and comprise 2 containers adjacent to the security gate. The storage containers are inside the airport security perimeter
While this would need to be confirmed, a potential MSU site may be available in case of emergency. This site is located to the eastern side of the apron.
Airfield Costs
Navigation Charges
Chuuk Airport is operated by the State Dept of Transport and public works who is responsible for all aircraft charges,
At the time of writing detailed information was not available. Information below is based on Pohnpei costs and fees
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
|
---|---|---|
0 - 2,800 |
2,800 - over |
|
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
NA | NA |
Landing USD - $ |
$0.85/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight Runway lights fee $50.00 |
$0.85/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight Runway lights fee $50.00 |
Night Landing USD - $ |
$0.85/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight Runway lights fee $50.00 |
$0.85/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight Runway lights fee $50.00 |
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
$0.85/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight Runway lights fee $50.00 |
$0.85/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight Runway lights fee $50.00 |
Parking |
$15.00/24 hours |
$25.00/400Kg/24 hours |
Apron Parking |
$1/400Kg/hr certified maximum gross take-off weight |
$1/400Kg/hr certified maximum gross take-off weight |
Handling Charges |
N/A |
N/A |
Fuel Services Charges
All fuel is provided via Vital / FSM Petroleum Company and is supplied via a single ground port. Recent airport improvements did not include an upgrade to the single point ground refuelling, and it is expected that a tanker service will be provided for direct refuelling.
All charges as is the service are applied directly by FSM PC at the time of refuelling. Any new customers without an account will be required to prearrange any fuel supplies 48hrs in advance.
Price per Litre USD - $ | |
---|---|
Jet A-1 | 1.63 |
Avgas | N/A |
Cargo Terminal Charges
There is no regular general freight handling provider. United Airlines as the main carrier have dedicated ground crew for loading and loading passenger aircraft. CTSI Logistics provide ground services to APA the twice weekly air freight service providing mail and parcel freight.
It was indicated by DECEM that in the event if a state of emergency fees and charges would be waived for humanitarian aircraft. Cargo Terminal charges for Chuuk airport were not available at the time of writing.
Air-bridge Charges
There are no air bridges used in Chuuk.
Security
The security of the airport falls under the responsibility of the Department of Transport Communications and Infrastructure. As part of meeting FAA compliance for airport operations security is structured and effective.
The airport is fully fenced, and access can only be gained with photo ID through a security gate. Non airport staff are escorted by security
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.3 Yap International Airport
Airport Overview
Yap International Airport is at the southern end of the Yap Islands, also called Wa'ab, a group of four continental islands connected by a single reef. The airport receives regular commercial flights from Guam and Palau. Pacific Missionary Aviation makes periodic trips to Palau and the outer island airfields of Ulithi , Fais & Woleai. (Woleai Airfield is currently scheduled for runway rehabilitation repairs. It is often temporarily closed due to standing rainwater after a rainfall).
Yap International airport falls under the National Department of Transport Communications and Infrastructure Civil Aviation Division who are responsible for regulation compliance and policy for all FSM airport and airfield operations. As such the Yap airport complies with FFA standards and regulations in its operation.
The airport has a passenger terminal with customs immigration and quarantine services. The terminal itself has no freight storage facilities that can be used on a general daily basis
The terminal building is currently under renovation to improve the baggage handling and departure lounge.
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Yap State |
Nearest Town or City |
Kolonia 5 Km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Yap International Airport (T-11) |
Latitude |
9.4989117 |
Longitude |
138.0824961 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
91ft/27m |
IATA Code |
YAP |
ICAO Code |
PTYA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Department of Transport and Public works |
Management Contact Person |
Dominic Brug |
Open From (hours) |
Monday - Friday 0600 Saturday on call Sunday on call Security on-duty 24 hrs / 7 days ARFF on-duty or on-call 24 hrs / 7 days |
Open To (hours) |
Monday – Friday 2200hrs |
Airport Picture
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- Terminal Building
- Customs
- Immigration
- United Airlines Office
- Emergency Services
- Fuel Depot
- Hard Stand
- (Potential) MSU Site
- Pacific Missionary Aviation (PMA) hangar
- Terminal Building
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Yap Airport is operated by the Department Public Works & Transportation. Airport operations are run directly by airport administration.
Ground handling for passenger aircraft is handled by United Airlines.
Pacific Missionary Aviation (PMA) and Caroline Islands Air (currently out of service) operate out of Yap airport.
Fuel services to the airport are handled by FSM Petroleum Company who have a fuel depot located on the eastern side of the terminal.
PMA also provide fuel service to commuter aircrafts (JET A1 and AVGAS) located on the western side of the terminal.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Micronesia Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
International passenger flights are mainly by way of United Airlines who service Yap 1 times per month and 2 flights beginning November (following pandemic close down). The flight route also acts as the FSM domestic flight route from and to Weno Chuuk, Kosrae, Pohnpei and Guam for connecting flights to Yap. United airlines use a Boeing 737-800 but arrival passenger traffic maybe as little as 10-20/day. PMA services the Yap outer island and weekly flight to Palau.
CIA was tasked to fly from Yap to Palau since United Airlines withdrew its service on this route however it is not currently in service pending arrival of a new aircraft.
Performance for 2022 | |||
---|---|---|---|
|
Per Year |
Per Month | Per Day |
Total Aircraft Movements |
250 | 20 | <1 |
Total Passengers |
7,200 | 600 | 30 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
Unknown | ||
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
Unknown | ||
Current Use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
None |
The airports cargo carrying capacity is minimal. Incoming freight movements are currently scheduled on Thursdays with one APA cargo flight per week as with the other states.
Inbound general freight weights are usually on average 8,000kg including postal mail averaging 500kg per flight. There is however no storage space available at the airport other than the PMA warehouse with limited use, however a warehouse of 500m2 of floor space is scheduled to be built.
CTSI Logistics have one FMC-Cargo loader stationed at the airport and operated by Micronesian Forwarder. This equipment is for loading and off-loading LD-7 size pallets and larger containers.
There are now two projects underway at the airport, Evault and Runway Rehabilitation Projects scheduled to be complete within 24months time. There are also US Military plans to extend the runway to 10,000ft. and include aircraft hangers and support facilities
Runways
Runways and hardstand are in good condition. All surfaces are asphalt and daily inspections are undertaken. There are no apparent issues which could affect future use.
Runway #7 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
1,831 x 46 m |
Orientation |
071 magnetic, 072 true |
Surface |
asphalt/grooved, in good condition |
Runway #25 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
6900 x 150 ft. / 1,831 x 46 m |
Orientation |
251 magnetic, 252 true |
Surface |
asphalt/grooved, in good condition |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There are no dedicated helicopter pads and any arrivals are required to use the hard stand area in front of the terminal.
Airport Infrastructure Details
The airport consist of a single main terminal and hanger for PMA to the west of the terminal. Handling Equipment is well maintained including ramps elevators and fuel supply equipment. Emergency equipment is well maintained, used and inspected daily.
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
---|---|---|---|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No- only provided by individual private users |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
No, tankers only |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
No |
Cargo terminal |
No |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
No. Honolulu Control Facility Centre |
Latrine Servicing |
No |
Weather Facilities |
No. Need to contact Airport Manager |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
ARFF on-duty or on-Call 24 hrs / 7 days |
Catering Services |
No |
De-icing Equipment |
NA |
Base Operating Room |
No. Honolulu Control Facility Centre |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
No |
Airport Radar |
No. Honolulu Control Facility Centre |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
NA |
ILS |
NA |
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
757-200F | ||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
757-200F / C130 /C17 | ||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
13,659 | ||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
No warehouse storage area. External storage only on side of hard stand | ||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
No |
Max Capacity (MT) |
|
Max Height (m) |
|
||
Loading Ramps |
1 FMC cargo loader (operator UA ops.) 6,800kg capacity |
||
Other Comments |
Elevated conveyor belt available |
Customs Guidance
As will all states in the FSM Customs is nationally controlled and regulated through the Department of Finance and Tax Administration. DFTA Customs officers are based in each state capital and attend the airport upon the arrival of each aircraft. Attendance at the airport is dependent on the schedule otherwise customs is located at their field offices between 8am-5pm Monday to Friday
Standard shipment documentation is required to clear customs and is processed at the airport at state level. For tax and duty exemption the procedure is to obtain the exemption letter for humanitarian goods through DECEM and the Dept of Transport and Infrastructure in Palikir and for such an exemption letter to be provided with the clearance documentation at the port level ideally prior to the arrival of the shipment.
Clearance time for consignment is 24-48 hours and humanitarian goods will be prioritized in an emergency provided correct documentation is complete.
For more information on customs in Micronesia, please see the following link: 1.3 Micronesia Customs Information
Storage Facilities
There are no storage facilities available for general cargo. Temporary storage may be available at PMA hanger pending their agreement.
There is a potential MSU site identified by the DCO that would be available in case of emergency. This site is located to the eastern side of the Apron.
Airfield Costs
Navigation Charges
Yap Airport is operated by the Sates Department of Transport and Public works and is responsible for all aircraft charges.
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
|
---|---|---|
0 - 2,800 |
2,800 - over |
|
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
NA | $1/400Kg certified maximum gross take-off weight |
Landing USD - $ |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight |
Night Landing USD - $ |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight |
$1/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight |
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
$0.85/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight |
$0.85/400Kg certified maximum gross take off weight |
Apron Parking |
$5.00/24hours |
$1.00/400Kg/24hours |
Parkin | $5.00/24hours | $1.00/400Kg/24hours |
Handling Charges |
NA |
NA |
Fuel Services Charges
All fuel is provided via Vital / FSM Petroleum Company and is supplied via a single ground port from a small bunker/tank at the airport. Recent airport improvements did not include an upgrade to the single point ground refueling and it is expected that a tanker service will provide for direct refueling in the future.
All charges for the service are applied directly by FSM PC at the time of refueling. Any new customers without an account will be required to prearrange any fuel supplies 48hrs in advance.
Price per Litre USD - $ | |
---|---|
Jet A-1 | 145 |
Avgas | Avgas is bought in by Isotainers by PMA |
FSM Petroleum fuel depot
Cargo Terminal Charges
There is no regular general freight handling provider. United Airlines as the main carrier have dedicated ground crew for loading and loading passenger aircraft. United also provide ground services to APA the twice weekly air freight service providing mail and parcel freight.
It was indicated by DECEM that in the event if a state of emergency fees and charges would be waived for humanitarian aircraft.
Air-bridge Charges
There are no air bridges used in Yap.
Security
The security of the airport falls under the responsibility of the Department of Transport Communications and Infrastructure. As part of meeting FAA compliance for airport operations security is structured and effective.
The airport is fully fenced, and access can only be gained with photo ID through a security gate. Non airport staff are escorted by security.
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.4 Kosrae International Airport
Airport Overview
Kosrae International Airport (KSA) is located on the fringing reef adjacent to the Okat district of Kosrae Island. The airport receives regular commercial flights from Guam (via Pohnpei) and Honolulu (via the Marshall Islands). United Airlines provide the main passenger service to Kosrae and Asia Pacific Air (APA) provide airfreight services twice weekly dropping off and picking up mail and parcel freight.
Caroline Islands Air also makes periodic flights from Kosrae to Pohnpei International Airport in the FSM and Enewetak Atoll in the Marshall Islands (note service temporarily suspended awaiting arrival of new aircraft at time of writing).
The airport has a passenger terminal but has no freight storage facilities. It complies with FAA standards and regulations in its operation.
The airport is operated by the Kosrae Port Authority under the authority of the state government
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Okat |
Nearest Town or City |
10 km N of Tofal (Tofol) town |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Yap International Airport (TKK) |
Latitude |
5.3569750 |
Longitude |
162.9583856 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
11 ft. / 3.4 m |
IATA Code |
KSA |
ICAO Code |
PKSA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Kosrae Port Authority |
Management Contact Person |
Jesse W. Tulensru |
Open From (hours) |
MONDAY - FRIDAY 1900 SATURDAY 1900 SUNDAY 0600 Security On-Duty 24 hrs / 7 days |
Open To (hours) |
MONDAY - FRIDAY 0400 SATURDAY 0200 SUNDAY 1300 Security On-Duty 24 hrs / 7 days |
Airport Picture
- Hard Stand
- United Cargo
- Security Gate
- Kosrae Port Authority offices
- Terminal Building
- Customs
- Immigration
- Emergency Services
- Fuel Depot
- Potential MSU Site
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Kosrae Airport is operated by the Kosrae Port Authority (KPA) who are located in the Airport Terminal. Airport operations are run directly by KPA with several contracted services being provided by private companies. Ground handling for passenger aircraft is handled by United Airlines staff who also provide handling for air freight services provided by APA.
Fuel services to the airport are handled by FSM Petroleum Corporation located adjacent to the airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Micronesia Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
International passenger flights are mainly by way of United Airlines who service Kosrae 6 times a week daily. The flight route also acts as a domestic flight route to and from Weno, Kosrae and Guam for connecting flights to Yap and on to the Marshall Islands. United Airlines use Boeing 737-800 but arrival passenger traffic maybe as little as 20-40/day.
Performance for 2022 | |||
---|---|---|---|
|
Per Year |
Per Month | Per Day |
Total Aircraft Movements |
480 | 40 | 1-2 |
Total Passengers |
4800 | 400 | 15 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
Unknown | ||
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
100 | 5-8 | 2-4 |
Current Use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
None |
The airport’s cargo carrying capacity is minimal but efficient with good working equipment. Incoming freight movements are currently two cargo flights per week and goods are usually less than that carried on a single pallet. There is a serviceable forklift available for unloading and freight movement capacity will only be restricted by this. There is a small storage warehouse belonging to United Airlines that would be available in emergencies.
There are no known measures planned to make further improvements to the airport.
Runways
Runways and hardstand have recently been upgraded in the last 5 years and as such are in good condition. All surfaces are asphalt and daily inspections are undertaken. There are no apparent issues which could affect the future use.
Runway #5 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
1,753 x 46 m |
Orientation |
048 magnetic, 056 true |
Surface |
asphalt/grooved, in good condition |
Runway #23 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
1,829 x 46 m |
Orientation |
048 magnetic, 056 true |
Surface |
asphalt/grooved, in good condition |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There are no dedicated helicopter pads and any arrivals are required to use the hard stand area in front of the terminal.
Airport Infrastructure Details
The airport terminal area consists of a single main terminal and adjacent United cargo area. The Emergency Services building is beside the United cargo bay and house 3 x tankers. Handling equipment is well maintained including elevator belt, forklift and fuel supply equipment. Emergency equipment is well maintained and used and inspected daily.
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
---|---|---|---|
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
No |
Cargo terminal |
Cargo storage owned by United Airlines |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
No ARFF On-Duty or On-Call 24 hrs / 7 days HONOLULU CONTROL FACILITY CENTER |
Latrine Servicing |
No |
Weather Facilities |
No. Contact Airport Manager |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
NA |
Catering Services |
No |
De-icing Equipment |
NA |
Base Operating Room |
No. HONOLULU CONTROL FACILITY CENTER |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
No |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
NA |
ILS |
NA |
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
No bulk cargo unloading |
||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
C130 /C17 | ||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
9,680² | ||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
No Warehouse storage area. External storage only on side of hard stand | ||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
No |
Max Capacity (MT) |
|
Max Height (m) |
|
||
Loading Ramps |
No |
||
Other Comments |
1 x 7 mt forklift and elevated conveyor belt available |
Customs Guidance
As with all states in the FSM Customs is nationally controlled and regulated through the Department of Finance and Tax Administration (DFTA). Customs officers are based in each state capital and attend the airport upon the arrival of each aircraft.
Attendance at the airport is dependent on the schedule otherwise customs is located at their field offices between 8am-5pm Monday to Friday.
Standard shipment documentation is required to clear customs and is processed at the airport at state level. For tax and duty exemption the procedure is to obtain the exemption letter for humanitarian goods through DECEM and the Dept of Transport and Infrastructure in Palikir and for such an exemption letter to be provided with the clearance documentation at the port level ideally prior to the arrival of the shipment.
Clearance time for consignment is 24-48 hours and humanitarian goods will be prioritized in an emergency provided correct documentation is complete.
For more information on customs in Micronesia, please see the following link: 1.3 Micronesia Customs Information
Storage Facilities
There is a small storage facility available at the airport belonging to United Airlines which is approximately 100m² of floor space. While this is used for daily operations it is also available for use in emergencies.
Airfield Costs
Navigation Charges
All charges are the responsibility of the carrier and can be paid at the Airport manager’s office in the terminal building unless other arrangements have been made.
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
|
---|---|---|
0 - 2,800 |
2,800 - over |
|
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
NA | NA |
Landing USD - $ |
$1.00/1000lbs certified maximum take-off weight |
$1.00/1000lbs certified maximum take-off weight |
Night Landing USD - $ |
$1.00/1000lbs certified maximum take-off weight |
$1.00/1000lbs certified maximum take-off weight |
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
No night flying |
No night flying |
Apron Parking |
$1.00/1000lbs certified maximum take-off weight |
$1.00/1000lbs certified maximum take-off weight |
Parkin | No charge | No charge |
Handling Charges |
NA |
NA |
Fuel Services Charges
All fuel is provided via Vital / FSM Petroleum Corporation and is supplied direct from Vital to a single point refuelling.
Price per Litre USD - $ | |
---|---|
Jet A-1 | $1.20/Lt |
Avgas | Not available |
Cargo Terminal Charges
There is no regular general freight handling provider. United Airlines as the main carrier has dedicated ground crew for loading and loading passenger aircraft who provide ground services to APA the twice weekly air freight service providing mail and parcel freight.
It was indicated by DECEM that in the event if a state of emergency fees and charges would be waived for humanitarian aircraft.
Air-bridge Charges
There are no air-bridges.
Security
The security of the airport falls under the responsibility of the Department of Transport Communications and Infrastructure. As part of meeting FAA compliance for airport operations security is structured and effective.
The airport is fully fenced, and access can only be gained with photo ID through a security gate. Non airport staff are escorted by security.
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.5 Fais National Airport
Airport Overview
Fais Civil Airfield is in Yap State on Fais Island, roughly 166 miles (268 km) east of Yap International Airport and 53 miles (85 km) east of Ulithi Atoll. It is currently served by Pacific Missionary Aviation. To utilize the airstrip, operators must apply for the appropriate flight permits with the FSM Division of Civil Aviation. The airfield is unattended.
Communication by CTAF: 123.6 (COMS provided by Yap Radio)
For further information and links to landing permit forms, etc please visit: https://tci.gov.fm/civilaviation/fais.html
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Fais |
Nearest Town or City |
Fais 1 Km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Fais Civil Airfield |
Latitude |
9.76291667 |
Longitude |
140.5177778 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
3 ft 1 m |
IATA Code |
NA |
ICAO Code |
NA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
FSM Division of Civil Aviation |
Management Contact Person |
Fred Figir 691.350.2128 / 4600 / 5089 / 2344 |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
914 X 23 (m) |
Runway Orientation |
076 |
Runway Surface |
Chip seal |
Runway Condition |
Poor condition, severe cracks, lose debris |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There is no fuel service at the airport
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
There are no known Royalties or Non objection fees applicable
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.6 Houk (Pulusuk) Airfield
Airport Overview
Houk Civil Airfield is in Chuuk State on Houk Island, also known as Pulusuk, roughly 183 miles (294 km) southwest of Chuuk International Airport and 135 miles (217 km) south of Namonuito Atoll. It is usually served by Caroline Islands Air (currently out of service awaiting delivery of a new aircraft). To utilize the airstrip, operators must apply for the appropriate flight permits with the F.S.M. Division of Civil Aviation. Once approval has been granted, the operator can contact the Chuuk Port Authority Airport Manager to make arrangements for on-call personnel to be present at the airfield.
Houk Island, or Pulusuk, lies at the end of a 35-mile-long submerged atoll called Manila Reef and belongs to the Pattiw island group. The island is shaped like an inverted pear, 2 miles long and 0.6 miles wide. Most of Houk's inhabitants live in the middle of the island around the western coast.
Communication is by way of CTAF: 123.6 (COMS provided by Truk Radio)
For further information and links to landing permit forms etc https://tci.gov.fm/civilaviation/houk.html
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Houk Chuuk State |
Nearest Town or City |
Houk 1.4 Km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Houk Palusuk Civil Airfeild |
Latitude |
6.67479167 |
Longitude |
149.298611 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
3 ft 1 m |
IATA Code |
NA |
ICAO Code |
NA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
FSM Division of Civil Aviation |
Management Contact Person |
Kane Faylim 691.330.2352 |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
411 x 15 m |
Runway Orientation |
044 |
Runway Surface |
concrete |
Runway Condition |
In fair condition, some significant surface cracks |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There is no fuel service at the airport
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
There are no known Royalties or Non objection fees applicable
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.7 Mortlock Islands Airfield
Airport Overview
Mortlock Islands Civil Airfield is in Chuuk State on Ta Island, the southern-most of the islands of Satawan Atoll, roughly 194 miles (312 km) southeast of Chuuk International Airport. It is currently served by Caroline Islands Air. In order to utilize the airstrip, operators must apply for the appropriate flight permits with the FSM Division of Civil Aviation. Once approval has been granted, the operator can contact the Chuuk Port Authority Airport Manager to arrange for on-call personnel to be present at the airfield.
AIRFIELD COMMUNICATIONS CTAF: 123.6 (COMS provided by Truk Radio)
Further details on landing permits etc https://tci.gov.fm/civilaviation/mortlocks.html
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Mortlock Islands Chuuk State |
Nearest Town or City |
Satawan 2.4 Km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Mortlock Islands Civil Airfield |
Latitude |
5.315833 |
Longitude |
153.7077 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
3 ft 1 m |
IATA Code |
NA |
ICAO Code |
NA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
FSM Division of Civil Aviation |
Management Contact Person |
CPA airport manager Kane Faylim phone: 691.330.2352 email: faylim_kane@yahoo.com |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
411 x 15 m |
Runway Orientation |
057 |
Runway Surface |
concrete |
Runway Condition |
In good condition |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There is no fuel services available.
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
There are no known royalties and Non objection fees applicable
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.8 Mwoakillowa Atoll Airfield
Airport Overview
Mwoakilloa Civil Airfield is in Pohnpei State on the southeast edge of Kahlap Island, the largest of three islands that compose Mwoakilloa Atoll, roughly 95 nautical miles (153 km) east of Pohnpei Island and 84 nautical miles (113 km) northwest of Pingelap Atoll To utilize the airstrip, operators must apply for the appropriate flight permits with the FSM Division of Civil Aviation. Once approval has been granted, the operator can contact the Pohnpei Port Authority Airport Manager to arrange for on-call personnel to be present at the airfield.
The atoll of Mwoakilloa (formerly known as Mokil) is 2.8 miles long and 1.7 miles at its widest point. Only Kahlap is inhabited with most of the roughly 150 inhabitants living along the lagoon side of the island.
Airfield communications CTAF: 123.6 (COMS provided by Pohnpei Radio)
For further information and links to landing permit forms etc: https://tci.gov.fm/civilaviation/mwoakilloa.html
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Kahlap |
Nearest Town or City |
Kahlap Island 1.8 Km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Mwoakillowa Atoll Airfield |
Latitude |
6.6747222 |
Longitude |
149.2986111 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
8 ft 2.2 m |
IATA Code |
NA |
ICAO Code |
NA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
FSM Division of Civil Aviation |
Management Contact Person |
Melson Darra Phone: 691.320.3241 Email: mdarra@mail.fm |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
366 x 30 m |
Runway Orientation |
060 |
Runway Surface |
concrete |
Runway Condition |
In fair condition, some significant surface cracks |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
Markings only |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There is no fuel service at the airport
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
There are no known Royalties or Non objection fees applicable
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.9 Onoun (Ulul) Civil Airfield
Airport Overview
Onoun Civil Airfield is in Chuuk State on Onoun Island, also known as Ulul, at the southwestern corner of Namonuito Atoll, roughly 168 miles (270 km) northwest of Chuuk International Airport and 135 miles (217 km) north of Houk. It is usually served by Caroline Islands Air. To utilize the airstrip, operators must apply for the appropriate flight permits with the FSM Division of Civil Aviation. Once approval has been granted, the operator can contact the Chuuk Port Authority Airport Manager to arrange for on-call personnel to be present at the airfield.
Namonuito Atoll, also called the Magur Islands, is the largest atoll in the Federated States of Micronesia and the second largest in the Micronesian region. The atoll is roughly triangular and about 51 miles across at its widest point. Onoun, with a total land area of just under one square mile, is the largest and most densely populated of 12 islands in the group and supports almost 600 people. Most of the inhabitants live in the southern part of the island. Other major islands in Namonuito Atoll include Pisaras and Magur.
Airfield communications CTAF:123.6 (COMS provided by Truk Radio)
For further information and links to landing permit forms etc: https://tci.gov.fm/civilaviation/onoun.html
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Onoun |
Nearest Town or City |
Ounun 1.0 Km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Onoun Civil Airfield |
Latitude |
8.59277778 |
Longitude |
149.69083 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
3 ft / 1 m |
IATA Code |
NA |
ICAO Code |
NA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
FSM Division of Civil Aviation |
Management Contact Person |
Kane Falim Tel: 691.330.2352 email: faylim_kane@yahoo.com |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
366 x 23 m |
Runway Orientation |
050 |
Runway Surface |
chip seal |
Runway Condition |
In fair condition, some significant surface cracks |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
Markings only |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There is no fuel service at the airport
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
There are no known Royalties or Non objection fees applicable
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.10 Pingelap National Airfield
Airport Overview
Pingelap Civil Airfield is in Pohnpei State on the west coast of the largest and southernmost of the three islands that compose Pingelap Atoll, roughly 154 nautical miles (285 km) west of Pohnpei Island. In order to utilize the airstrip, operators must apply for the appropriate flight permits with the FSM Division of Civil Aviation. Once approval has been granted, the operator can contact the Pohnpei Port Authority Airport Manager to arrange for on-call personnel to be present at the airfield.
Pingelap Atoll is 2.6 miles long and 1.6 miles at its widest point. Only the largest island is inhabited with roughly 250 residents living mostly near the airfield on the west side of the island. The three islands have a cumulative land area of 1.1 square miles. The local language is Pingelapese, though English is also spoken.
Airfield communications CTAF:123.6 (COMS provided by Pohnpei Radio)
Further details on landing permits etc: https://tci.gov.fm/civilaviation/pingelap.html
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Pingalap |
Nearest Town or City |
Pingalap 1.0 Km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Pingalap Civil Airfield |
Latitude |
6.21111111 |
Longitude |
160.70444 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
8 ft 2.5m |
IATA Code |
NA |
ICAO Code |
NA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
FSM Division of Civil Aviation |
Management Contact Person |
Melson Darra phone:691.320.3241 email:mdarra@mail.fm |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
366 x 30 m |
Runway Orientation |
067 |
Runway Surface |
concrete |
Runway Condition |
Fair condition, deteriorated paving in some places, eroded fringe |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No faded markings only |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There is no fuel service at the airport
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
There are no known Royalties or Non objection fees applicable
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.11 Sapwuahfik National Airfield
Airport Overview
Sapwuahfik Civil Airfield is in Pohnpei State on the reef adjacent to Ngatik Island at the western extreme of Sapwuahfik Atoll, roughly 96 nautical miles southwest of Pohnpei Island. Due to coastal erosion, the airstrip is now separated from the island by about 20 meters and passengers are ferried back and forth by boat.
To utilize the airstrip, operators must apply for the appropriate flight permits with the F.S.M. Division of Civil Aviation. Once approval has been granted, the operator can contact the Pohnpei Port Authority Airport Manager to arrange for on-call personnel to be present at the airfield.
Communication is by way of CTAF 123.6 (COMS provided by Pohnpei Radio)
For further details and landing permits etc: https://tci.gov.fm/civilaviation/sapwuahfik.html
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Ponhpei State |
Nearest Town or City |
100m SE of Ngatik Island |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Sapwuahfik Civil Airfield |
Latitude |
5.7836111 |
Longitude |
157.1669 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
8 ft 2.5m |
IATA Code |
NA |
ICAO Code |
NA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
FSM Division of Civil Aviation |
Management Contact Person |
Melson Darra Phone: 691.320.3241 Email: mdarra@mail.fm |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway(s)
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
366 x 23 m |
Runway Orientation |
077 |
Runway Surface |
concrete |
Runway Condition |
Fair condition, some significant surface cracks |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There is no fuel service at the airport
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
There are no known Royalties or Non objection fees applicable
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.12 Ulithi National Airfield
Airport Overview
Ulithi Civil Airfield is in Yap State on Falalop Island on the northeast side of Ulithi Atoll, roughly 120 miles (194 km) east of Yap International Airport. It is currently served by Pacific Missionary Aviation. To utilize the airstrip, operators must apply for the appropriate flight permits with the FSM Division of Civil Aviation. The airfield is unattended.
Communications is by CTAF 123.6 (COMS provided by Yap Radio)
For further information Landing Permits etc: https://tci.gov.fm/civilaviation/ulithi.html
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Yap State |
Nearest Town or City |
Settlements on Falalap 1.0 Km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Ulithi Civil Airfield |
Latitude |
10.0202777 |
Longitude |
139.78888 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
6 ft 2 m |
IATA Code |
ULI |
ICAO Code |
NA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
FSM Division of Civil Aviation |
Management Contact Person |
Fred Figir phone: 691.350.2128 / 4600 / 5089 / 2344 email: yapaprt@mail.fm |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
914 x 23 m |
Runway Orientation |
090 |
Runway Surface |
concrete |
Runway Condition |
fair |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
No |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There is no fuel service at the airport
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
There are no known Royalties or Non objection fees applicable
Micronesia, Federated States of - 2.2.13 Woleai National Airfield
Airport Overview
Woleai Civil Airfield is in Yap State on the largest island at the northeast corner of Woleai Atoll roughly 423 miles (681 km) southeast of Yap International Airport. USE OF THIS AIRFIELD IS CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO THE NEED FOR SIGNIFICANT RUNWAY REPAIRS.
Woleai Atoll consists of 22 islands and is roughly 7 miles wide and 4 miles long. The total land area of the atoll is 1.7 square miles, supporting 1,080 people. Most of the inhabitants live on the southern coast of the largest island, called Falalap or Woleai.
Airfield communications CTAF: 123.6 (COMS provided by Yap Radio)
For further details: https://tci.gov.fm/civilaviation/woleai.html
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Federated States of Micronesia |
Province or District |
Yap State |
Nearest Town or City |
Woleai 0.4 Km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Woleai Civil Airfield |
Latitude |
7.37666 |
Longitude |
143.90833 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
6 ft / 2m |
IATA Code |
NA |
ICAO Code |
NA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
FSM Division of Civil Aviation |
Management Contact Person |
Fred Figir phone: 691.350.2128 / 4600 / 5089 / 2344 email: yapaprt@mail.fm |
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
366 x 23 m |
Runway Orientation |
048 |
Runway Surface |
Chip Seal |
Runway Condition |
in extremely poor condition, potholes & severe cracks, last surface work completed in 1992, no proper drainage, water pools on airstrip; AIRSTRIP CURRENTLY OUT OF SERVICE DUE TO UNSAFE CONDITIONS |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Infrastructure |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
No |
Runway Lighting |
No |
Refueling Capacity |
No |
Ground Handling Services |
No |
Air Traffic Control |
No |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
No |
Weather Information |
No |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
Navigation Aids |
No |
Perimeter Fencing |
No |
Windsock |
No |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
There is no fuel service at the airport
Royalties / Non Objection Fees (NOFs)
There are no known Royalties or Non objection fees applicable
2.3 Micronesia Road Network
The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) consists of 607 islands extending 2,900 km (1,802 mi) across the archipelago of the Caroline Islands east of the Philippines. FSM has 388 Km of roads 184 sealed 204 unsealed (CIA Fact book)
The islands are grouped into four states, which are Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei and Kosrae. The capital is Palikir, on Pohnpei. The majority of the roads are on these 4 main state islands. Few outer islands have any type of vehicle roads and rely on small walking tracks to get between villages.
The departments of transport and public works in each state are responsible for the maintenance of roads. While heavy equipment is available on the main islands (with the exception of Chuuk) the cost of fuel and materials restricts maintenance activities.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List
Road Class and Surface Condition
Road Condition |
Distance /Driving time |
|
---|---|---|
POHNPEI STATE | ||
Pohnpei has approximately 100 km of good condition sealed roads. Many small unsealed peripheral roads run off the main road to service villages and communities or provides access to the ocean |
100Km of roads 3-4 hours to drive around the island |
|
Pohnpei–Kolonia town |
|
|
CHUUK STATE | ||
Roads on Weno are in very poor condition. Road is sealed in Weno township approximately 5Km and balance is degraded sealed road or dirt road. Total Main road is approximately 20Km with unsealed peripheral roads |
|
|
Road East of Weno Airport |
|
|
Fefen and Dublon in Truk Lagoon have unsealed roads |
Unsealed Fefen 12 Km 2-3hour drivng time Dublon 10 Km 2-3 hours driving time |
|
YAP |
||
Roads in Yap are in very good condition and repair. |
40 km sealed roads 10 km unsealed roads |
|
|
Typical Yap Road |
|
KOSRAE |
||
Sealed Roads in Kosrae are in fair condition as are most unsealed road. Unsealed roads on the southern and south-western side of the island are in poor condition and are 4WD access only. |
30Km Sealed Road 30 Km unsealed main road between Okat and Utwa Ma via Walung |
|
|
Typical unsealed road in Northern Kosrae |
|
Road Security
Traffic moves at a 40Km max speed limit on all the islands. The greatest risk is posed by inexperienced drivers as there is a very basic competence test to obtain a license, additionally there is an issue of right hand drive cars being driven on the left hand side of the road
Apart from the cultural expectation, it is a rule that vehicles must drive slowly through village areas.
Weighbridges and Axle Load Limits
There are no weighbridges or policing of axle load limits.
2.5 Micronesia Waterway Assessment
FSM is made up of over 600 Islands of which 73 are inhabited. Use of waterways as interisland shipping is the only method of transporting any goods over 50-100Kg.
Inter island shipping is crucial and used to get goods and people between main islands and outer islands. International shipping lines operating an international route from Guam Japan and Hawaii offer a defacto domestic service if needed.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Micronesia Government Contact List
Company Information
Interisland shipping in FSM is the primary link between the main island capital islands and the outer islands. The State-owned operator, Department of Transport Communications and Infrastructure, is the only scheduled interstate shipping operator in FSM. There are several private companies operating in Chuuk state for interisland transport to the Chuuk Lagoon and outer islands. These are ex fishing vessels and can carry small amounts of passengers and freight. The DTCI own six vessels carrying passengers and cargo. Some outer islands are only serviced twice yearly depending on schedule.
Caroline Voyager based in Pohnpei and operated on a flexible schedule depending on need. Dedicated freighter 870 MT intra and inter State
Micronesian Navigators based in Pohnpei and operated on a flexible schedule depending on need 780 MT, 420 pax
Hapilmohol-2 Based in Yap carries 400 MT cargo and 400 pax
Hapilmohol-1 1137 MT cargo Outer Islands of Yap State, 180 pax
Lady Minto – 75 MT Cargo/Passenger intra and inter State, 27 pax
Chief Mailo – 1088 MT Cargo/Passenger. Provides service to the outer Island of Chuuk State, 180 pax
Matson Shipping, Kyowa and to a lesser degree Marianas Shipping line can transfer containerised cargo between state capitals although this is rare and not generally undertaken.
IOM have built 2 lagoon island barges, which are shallow draft. Their use is limited to lagoon operation and are currently stationed in Chuuk they have a 36MT load capacity and RoRo ability
Vital FSM Petroleum has 2 vessels that are available for charter based in Chuuk
SeaWatch 16 MT, 14 m LOA, 45 pax ,20knt cruising speed
Karya Etam Sebelang GRT 275, 40 m, Landing craft intra state
For more information on waterway company contact details, please see the following link: 4.4 Micronesia Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Passenger Carrying Capacity | |||
---|---|---|---|
DTCI |
Vital FSM Petroleum |
||
Number of Passenger Vessels |
Caroline Voyager (intra-state and inter-state) |
||
Number of Passenger Vessels |
Lady Minto (intra-state and inter-state) |
SeaWatch (Chuuk) | |
Number of Passenger Vessels |
Chief Mailo Chuuk outer Is.) |
||
Number of Passenger Vessels |
Hapilmohol-2 (RoRo) 400MT Hapilmohol-1 (RoRo) |
Cargo Carrying Capacity |
||||
---|---|---|---|---|
DTCI |
Chuuk Private |
IOM |
Trade Winds | |
Boats |
||||
Number of Boats |
2 | 3 | ||
Tonnage / Volume Carrying Capacity |
Hapilmohol-2 (RoRo) Hapilmohol-1 (RoRo) 1137 MT |
Possible 100 mt each | ||
Barges |
||||
Number of Barges |
3 | Various | ||
Tonnage / Volume Carrying Capacity |
IOM x 2 @36 MT Vital barge GRT 275 (Chuuk based intra-state) |
Estimate 100 mt carrying capacity | ||
Tugs |
||||
Number of Tugs |
1 | |||
Tonnage / Volume Carrying Capacity |
Travel Time Matrix
Travel Time from Main port to other major Ports on VESSEL TYPE (hours) |
||||
---|---|---|---|---|
Pohnpei |
Chuuk |
Yap |
Kosrae |
|
Pohnpei |
2-3 | 1-2 | 2-3 | |
Chuuk |
2-3 | 4-6 | 1-2 | |
Yap |
1-2 | 4-6 | 6-8 | |
Kosrae |
2-3 | 4-6 | 6-8 |
Key Routes
Key Route Information Domestic / International West to East route |
|||
---|---|---|---|
From:Yap To:Chuuk |
From:Chuuk To:Pohnpei |
From:Pohnpei To:Kosrae |
|
Total Distance (km) |
1500 |
708 |
581 |
Width (m) |
NA | NA | NA |
River Flow (m³ / second) |
NA |
NA |
NA |
Seasonal Effects |
Nov April Cyclone season |
Nov April Cyclone season |
Nov April Cyclone season |
Maximum Weight and Size of Vessels |
15000-20000MT |
15000-20000MT |
15000-20000MT |
Regular Traffic Passenger / Cargo |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Companies Operating Along the Route |
Matson Kyowa DTCI |
Matson Kyowa DTCI |
Matson Kyowa DTCI |
Security Concerns |
No |
No |
No |
Main Ports |
Yap/Chuuk |
Chuuk/Pohnpei |
Pohnpei/Kosrae |
Port Information
Key Port Information Also see Port information |
||||
---|---|---|---|---|
Pohnpei |
Chuuk |
Yap |
Kosrae |
|
Location |
Pohnpei |
Chuuk |
Yap |
Kosrae |
Contact Information |
Baron Mendiola Seaport Manager (PPA)
|
Tos Nakayama (DTPW) renomw1965@gmail.com
|
Theo Thinifel (DTPW) yapstatepwtdirector@gmail.com
|
Jason Selo Seaport Manager (PPA) selojason@yahoo.com
|
Connections with Other Transport Means |
Local Road/ Airport |
Local Road/ Airport |
Road/Airport |
Road/Airport |
Storage Capacity (m2 and m3) |
1200m2 |
700m2 |
200m2 |
600m2 |
Handling Equipment |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Customs Clearance Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
2.6 Micronesia Storage Assessment
There are generally limited potential sources of storage in FSM with no national storage companies existing. There are two main options.
Local businesses providing hardware wholesale and retail services have their own goods storage with warehouses mostly attached to stores. They provide a limited option due to the nature of their business where available space would be a premium.
The second and more reliable source are the warehousing and storage facilities that exist at main seaports in each state capital. These are owned by respective state governments and operated by private contractor or by the departments of Transport and Public works.
It is often the case that goods are stored in containers alongside businesses due to shortage of storage space.
Airport storage is minimal or non-existent and may be used on an ad hoc basis. Facilities include a cargo bay at Kosrae airport and the PMA Hanger in Yap. Pohnpei airport is adjacent to the port, which has limited warehouse options listed below under Pubic Sector Storage.
Emergency temporary warehousing
In the event of a state of emergency or national disaster, the FSM and State Governments have agreed to make any storage asset available for use. Additionally schools may be able to be used for a short period if available
Emergency warehousing based on the establishment of an MSU has also been identified. All airport managers in each state have agreed in principle and potential sites can be seen on the airport pages.
For more information on storage company contact details, please see the following link: 4.6 Micronesia Storage and Milling Companies Contact List
Commercial Storage
There are no commercial storage companies in FSM and any commercially available space is on an adhoc basis depending on constraints at the time
Location |
Owner |
Available for Rent |
Capacity (MT / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pohnpei Chuuk Yap Kosrae |
ACE Hardware |
Depending on Space availability |
200m3 |
Retail storage warehouse |
Ground and raised |
Good |
Pohnpei Chuuk Yap Kosrae |
ACE Hardware |
Depending on Space availability |
Mulitple |
20’ containers on trailer |
Mounted on trailer chassis |
Fair |
Kosrae Airport |
United Airlines Cargo |
Available for temporary use |
100m2 |
Concrete warhouse |
Flat |
Good Condition |
Yap Airport |
PMA Hanger |
Emergency use only |
300m2 |
Steel frame and shell |
Flat |
Good condition |
United Airlines Cargo Kosrae |
PMA Hanger Yap |
Storage Used by Humanitarian Organizations
The two main humanitarian organisations operating in FSM are IOM and IFRC. IOM have a larger program especially where logistics assets. IFRC storage is limited to 1-3 containers per site and usually under a covered structure.
Location |
Organization |
Sharing Possibility |
Capacity (MT / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pohnpei |
Red Cross |
Yes depending on space availability |
40 m2 75 m3 |
3x 20’container |
Flat |
Good |
|
IOM |
Yes depending on space availability |
55 m2 100 m3 |
4 x 20ft containers |
Flat |
Good. Covered with cable roof made of tin sheets, and enclosed by corrugated metal walls |
Chuuk |
Red Cross |
No-limited space |
27m2 50m3 |
2x 20’ containers |
Flat |
Covered good condition |
Seaside Dock, Susumu Compound, Nepukos, Weno, Chuuk State |
IOM |
No |
36 m x 32 m 1,130m2 |
Concrete structure |
Flat |
Concrete building with CHB wall and lumber trusses Roofing – newly renovated/installed GI color roofing |
Yap |
Red Cross |
No |
13.5 m2 25 m3 |
20 ‘container |
Flat |
Poor condition |
|
IOM |
Yes depending on space availability |
72m2 165 m3 |
3 x 40’containers |
Raised foot access only |
Good. Gable roof made of tin sheets and enclosed by corrugated metal walls and has two secured access doors |
Kosrae |
IOM |
Only office space at Government buildings |
|
|
|
|
[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage,
container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding,
flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact,
appears damaged, under construction/repair
20 ‘container = 25m3 useable
40’container = 55 m3 useable
IOM Chuuk Warehouse
IFRC Warehouse Chuuk
|
IOM Yap Warehouse
Public Sector Storage
The State Public sector offers by far the greatest storage potential option throughout the states. Available storage facilities are all at the seaport locations and are in varying degrees of condition. At these sites the Stevedore/Terminal Services companies operating at the port are also responsible for the warehouses.
All facilities are owned by the state government and in the case of emergency each have committed in principle to providing any suitable facility to aid any response.
Location |
Ministry / Agency |
Use Possibility |
Capacity (MT / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pohnpei Port |
Pohnpei Port Authority/ Operated by Federated Shipping Co |
Yes |
3000 m2 |
Steel construction concrete floor |
Good ground level high doors |
Good concrete |
Pohnpei Port |
FSM Department of Finance and Admin. |
Yes (full) |
1000m2 |
Steel construction concrete floor |
Good ground level high doors |
Good |
Chuuk (Weno Port) |
Dept of Transport and Public works |
Yes |
1600 m2 |
Steel construction |
Ground Level |
Fair-Dirt Floor Currently used as storage for materials and equipment |
|
Transco Transit Warehouse |
Yes |
1500 m2 |
Steel and concrete |
Ground level |
Currently used for transit warehouse at port |
Port of Yap |
Dept of Transport and Public works/ operated by WAAP |
Yes |
200 m2 effective |
Steel |
Ground level |
Poor damaged shell exposed to elements not fully usable space |
Kosrae |
Kosrae Port Authority operated by Kosrae Stevedore and Terminal Services Co |
Yes |
600 m2 |
Concrete /Steel |
Ground level |
Good condition. Multiple access doors with good security |
[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container,
rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact,
appears damaged, under construction/repair
Pohnpei |
|
Port Storage Pohnpei |
Warehouses at Pohnpei port - Inside port security perimeter |
Storage Chuuk |
|
Public Works Storage Chuuk |
Transit Storage at Weno Port –inside port security perimeter |
Yap |
|
Storage Yap Port and WAAP Offices |
Damaged sides of Yap port Exposed to elements- inside port security perimeter |
Kosrae |
|
Storage at Kosrae Port- In security perimeter |
Warehouse Yap Port operated by KSTCO |
Cold Chain
There is no specialist cold chain storage in FSM. Smaller refrigerator/Cold facilities exist in the main hospital in each state mainly for blood storage. Any possible large requirements will be by way of reefer containers that offer the only cold storage options throughout the states.
For options on refer containers refer to State Port Stevedores in contact list.
3 Micronesia Services and Supply
Most large infrastructure and utilities services are supported by either FSM or state governments. Services such as electricity supply, fuel supply, roads, ports and airports are all government owned and managed although private contractor manage some of the services such as Stevedoring and freight handling
Other than in the state capitals few retail and business services exist. All goods are imported into FSM except for tuna and coconut products. The retail and business sector relies on the import of goods from China, Taiwan, Korea and the United States.
The retail sector consists on several multi sectored supermarkets providing items from food, clothing kitchenware, white goods, sport goods office supplies and hardware. There are two main locally owned super markets Ace Hardware and Shigato.
There is a total reliance on imported goods. Goods are relatively expensive and small local convenience stores are scattered throughout the communities for small items for daily use.
Small entrepreneurs operate niche services and stores based on importing of goods ranging from computers, clothing, stationary supplies boat motors to beer to engine oil.
3.1 Micronesia Fuel
Fuel Overview
Fuel supplies throughout FSM are provided by Vital Group through FSM Petroleum Company (FSMPC) a state owned private company. FSMPC provide Bulk Storage and distribution throughout the 4 state capitals and a small number of outer islands.
The FSMPC is currently the largest supplier of energy lifeline products and services in the Federated States of Micronesia and Nauru The product mix is diesel 53% Gasoline 35% Kerosene /Jet Ai 10% 2% lubricants with a turnover of approximately 300,000 barrels per year ( source: Vital CEO)
FSMPC owns, operates and leases a significant number of assets and infrastructure across Micronesia, and have an ongoing comprehensive Asset Rehabilitation Program across their various operating sites. Vital specialises in the management of fuel and aviation facilities, and improving them to international standards.
Bulk fuel supplies come directly from Guam and Singapore and are shipped directly into the 4 main sea ports Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae, by tanker.
Petrol (Mogas), Diesel and Jet A1 are the only fuels supplied in bulk by FSMPC to the islands. Diesel is also used in the production of electricity through generators thus creating the single biggest customer for the fuel throughout the country. The transport sector remains the largest consumer.
Petrol (Mogas) is primarily used for the retail market however Diesel (APO) is in largest demand.
Contingency stocks as indicated by Vital group CEO are generally 60 days average consumption.
Stock is delivered monthly to Pohnpei and Yap, bi-monthly to Chuuk and every 3 months to Koserae.
Restocking time from supplier is approx.14 days if surge stocks are required.
Each state capital has a bulk storage facility.
FSM PC Depot Pohnpei |
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FSM PC Depot Chuuk |
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FSM PC Depot Yap |
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FSM PC Depot Kosrae |
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For more information on government and fuel provider contact details, please see the following links:
4.1 Micronesia Government Contact List
4.7 Micronesia Fuel Providers Contact List
Fuel Pricing
Fuel pricing is unregulated and large variations of 25-30% occur in the retail petrol market. As with other commodities State taxes apply.
However FSMPC operates a pricing policy framework adopted in 2009, which provides a framework to stabilise domestic prices against international volatility. Prices are benchmarked against island neighbours’ pump prices.
Wholesale prices are given to major customers which are generally limited to state governments for Electricity Supply and use in Public works and with commercial operators such as United Airlines. The wholesale prices at least for National users such as United Airlines are constant throughout FSM
Pricing of fuels increase the greater the distance from Guam. Fuel in Kosrae may be 20% higher than the other states.
Fuel is taxed across FSM
Existing capacity meets current needs and can be increased to meet a demand from the humanitarian community if required.
(local currency is USD - $) |
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Petrol |
$1.58 |
Diesel |
$1.60 |
Paraffin |
N/A |
Jet A-1 |
$1.64 |
Seasonal Variations
Seasonal Variations |
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Are there national priorities in the availability of fuel? (i.e. are there restrictions or priorities for the provision of fuel such as to the military?) |
Diesel generated electricity supply is the priority on each main island in each state |
Is there a rationing system? |
No |
Is fuel to lower income / vulnerable groups subsidized? |
No |
Can the local industry expand fuel supply to meet humanitarian needs? |
Yes |
Is it possible for a humanitarian organization to directly contract a reputable supplier / distributor to provide its fuel needs? |
Yes |
Fuel Transportation
FSM operates small fleets of several tankers in each of the states. 8-15,000Lt tankers for deliveries in each state from the bulk stores. Deliveries are to the retail stations operated by Vital and well as to government and commercial customers. The fleet is regularly serviced and updated.
Fleet
- 8 x Tanker Pohnpei
- 4 x Tanker Yap state
- 4 x Chuuk State
- 2 x Kosrae
Standards, Quality and Testing
FSM PC undertakes fuel sampling at the bulk delivery at discharge. Basic test are undertaken locally by FSMPC. There are however no comprehensive testing laboratories in FSM and fuel samples are sent to Guam for testing by SGS
Industry Control Measures |
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Do tanks have adequate protection against water mixing with the fuel? |
Yes. Water is not used for bulk tank fuel discharge |
Are there filters in the system which monitor where fuel is loaded into aircraft? |
No |
Is there adequate epoxy coating of tanks on trucks? |
Yes |
Is there a presence of suitable firefighting equipment? |
Yes |
Standards Authority |
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Is there a national or regional standards authority? |
No Standards and quality tests are internal to FSMPC to international standards |
If yes, please identify the appropriate national and/or regional authority. |
NA |
If yes, are the standards adequate/properly enforced? |
Yes via SGS Guam |
Testing Laboratories |
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Are there national testing laboratories? |
No. Fuel Testing is done on site at the Bulk depots. Flash point tests is undertaken at discharge from vessel. Sample tests are shipped to SGS in Guam for quality measurement |
Fuel Quality Testing Laboratory |
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Company |
SGS |
Name |
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Address |
810 West Marine Corps Drive, Hagatna, Guam, 96910, Guam |
Telephone and Fax |
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Contact |
https://www.sgs-guam.com/en/contact |
Standards Used |
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3.2 Micronesia Transporters
There are no dedicated road transport companies in FSM
Only the main state capitals have any significant length of road. In the outer islands few vehicle roads exist. The main transport mode is interisland by sea transport.
On Each main state island there are 1-2 retail wholesale super market outlets who have small 2-3 mt trucks and in each state the Department of Transport and Public works have trucks predominantly for road construction. Very few large rigid deck vehicle exist and there are no flat deck articulated vehicles/semi trainers.
CTSI Logistics who operate in each state providing transport, handling and delivery for freight services from the ports and airports have a small fleet 2-4 vehicles in each state. Vehicles are 2-4 MT trucks
Each state Seaport owns or operates container chassis trailers which could be used on an adhoc basis. There is however a major limitation on the numbers of prime mover/tractors available to tow the trailers with only 1-2 in each state.
Pick ups and small 2 mt trucks are the most common cargo vehicle used and are plentiful. Generally these consist of 1 MT pickups and 2 MT 2wd flat deck trucks.
For more information on transport company contact details, please see the following link: 4.8 Micronesia Transporter Contact List
Ace Hardware Transport Capacity Summary |
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Regions Covered |
Paohnpei, Chuuk, Yap, Kosrae |
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Number of Vehicles |
Capacity per Vehicle (MT) |
Comments / Condition of Vehicles |
1MT Vans |
6 |
1 |
Serviceable |
Total Capacity |
|
6 |
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CTSI Capacity Summary |
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Regions Covered |
Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap and Kosrae |
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Number of Vehicles |
Capacity per Vehicle (MT) |
Comments / Condition of Vehicles |
2 MT Trucks |
2-4 in each state |
2 |
Serviceable |
15MT Trucks |
|
15 |
Serviceable |
Total Capacity |
|
42 |
|
Public Works Department Transport Capacity Summary |
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Regions Covered |
Pohnpei, Chuuk, Yap, Kosrae |
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Number of Vehicles |
Capacity per Vehicle (MT) |
Comments / Condition of Vehicles |
2 MT trucks |
2-4 in each state |
2 |
Serviceable |
8-15 MT Trucks |
1 |
15 |
Serviceable |
Total Capacity |
|
112 |
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TRANSCO (Stevedores)Transport Capacity Summary |
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Regions Covered |
Chuuk |
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Number of Vehicles |
Capacity per Vehicle (MT) |
Comments / Condition of Vehicles |
prime movers |
1 |
- |
Serviceable |
Container chassis trailers |
6 |
25 |
Serviceable |
Total Capacity |
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|
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Federated Shipping Company (Stevedores)Transport Capacity Summary |
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Regions Covered |
Pohnpei |
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Number of Vehicles |
Capacity per Vehicle (MT) |
Comments / Condition of Vehicles |
Prime movers |
3 |
- |
Serviceable |
Container chassis trailers |
24 17 |
25 (20') 40 (40') |
Serviceable |
Total Capacity |
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WAAP (Stevedores)Transport Capacity Summary |
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Regions Covered |
Yap |
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Number of Vehicles |
Capacity per Vehicle (MT) |
Comments / Condition of Vehicles |
Prime movers |
1 |
- |
Serviceable |
Container chassis trailers |
10 |
25 |
Serviceable |
Total Capacity |
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KTSO (Stevedores)Transport Capacity Summary |
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Regions Covered |
Kosrae |
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Number of Vehicles |
Capacity per Vehicle (MT) |
Comments / Condition of Vehicles |
prime movers |
2 |
- |
Serviceable |
Container chassis trailers |
6 |
25 |
Serviceable (4 owned by Matson Shipping 2 privately owned) |
Total Capacity |
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Typical 2-4MT Truck 2WD CTSI Kosrae |
Typical 4MT rigid unloading Chuuk Port |
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Prime mover Chuuk Port |
Prime mover WAAP Yap Port |
Container Chassis belonging to Matson Kosrae |
Container Chassis Yap Port |
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3.3 Micronesia Manual Labour
Federated States of Micronesia implements an unofficial legislative version of the 1997 Code, which updated by the Office of the Legislative Counsel of the Congress of the Federated States of Micronesia in 2001. Title 51 . LABOR Chapter 1. Protection of Resident Workers and Title 52 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT Chapter 1. Public Service System specifies salary rates for Micronesian citizens.
There are no unions present.
Please refer to the web address below for further information
http://fsmsupremecourt.org/WebSite/fsm/code/index.htm
Labour Rate(s) Overview based on |
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Cost Rate as of September 2022 |
Daily General Worker (Unskilled casual labour) |
$1.00 to 1-50/hr |
Daily General Worker (Semi-skilled labour) |
$2.00-$4.00/hr |
Skilled Worker |
$6-10/hr |
3.4 Micronesia Telecommunications
FSM Telecommunications (FSMTC) is the main provider of telecom services throughout the FSM with approximately 80% national coverage. It is a public corporation. It operates under a government mandate to provide uniform services throughout FSM.
There have been 3 new entrants to the market in the past 3 years Iboom (Yap) and Kacific (FSM) both providing broadband satellite internet only and CPOC (Chuuk) which is government run and aims to provide mobile and internet once it is fully operational. Kacific is a wholesale business selling to telecommunications operators, internet service providers, governments and other service providers.
SIM cards can be purchased from FSMTC outlets in the main centres of each of the main Islands and prepay cards are available at most shops and hotels throughout the FSM. Network provides 4G
For more information on telecoms contacts, please see the following link: 4.11 Micronesia Additional Services Contact List
Telephone Services |
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Is there an existing landline telephone network? |
Yes Main Islands Only |
Does it allow international calls? |
Yes |
Number and Length of Downtime Periods (on average) |
0 |
Mobile Phone Providers |
|
Approximate Percentage of National Coverage |
80% |
Telecommunication Regulation
Administration of the Rules and regulations regarding telecommunications is the responsibility of the Telecommunications Regulations Authority (TRA). The regulations in place now regarding reference to the importation and licensing of humanitarian communications equipment: VSAT, HF, VHF, Thurayas, etc is that “as long as the equipment is FCC approved, there should not be any issue in importing such equipment” (TRA Legal & Regulatory Officer).
Regulations on Usage and Import |
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Regulations in Place? |
Regulating Authority |
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Satellite |
Yes |
Telecommunications Regulations Authority (TRA). |
HF Radio |
Yes |
Telecommunications Regulations Authority (TRA). |
UHF/VHF/HF Radio: Handheld, Base and Mobile |
Yes |
Telecommunications Regulations Authority (TRA). |
UHF/VHF Repeaters |
Yes |
Telecommunications Regulations Authority (TRA). |
GPS |
Yes |
Telecommunications Regulations Authority (TRA). |
VSAT |
Yes |
Telecommunications Regulations Authority (TRA). |
Individual Network Operator Licenses Required |
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Individual Operating licenses are issued to operators that are offering both communication services and that own communication networks/infrastructure in the FSM. Another type of operating license issued is referred to as a Class License. This type of license is issued to operators that are only offering communication services through other licensees as reseller in the FSM and do not own any networks. |
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Frequency Licenses Required |
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The only frequency license the TRA issues is for Mobile Spectrum. Other frequencies/spectrum such as maritime, radio broadcasting etc are still being handled by the Department of TC&I (Ministry of Communications). |
Existing Humanitarian Telecoms Systems
UNDP have a further planned project with DECEM where they are installing VHF and HF radios for DECEM, DCOs and municipalities in Pohnpei, Chuuk and Yap. Current coverage is Pohnpei central area.
Existing UN Telecommunication Systems |
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UNDP |
WFP |
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VHF Frequencies |
Tx :156.025–157.425
MHz |
VHF and HF radios in Pohnpei, Chuuk and Yap, the coverage is state centres and to some outer islands.
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HF Frequencies |
Receive:
0.5–29.9999MHz, |
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Locations of Repeaters |
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VSAT |
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Internet Service Providers (ISPs)
All 4 main Islands are connected to the undersea fibre optic cable and FSMTC provides mobile Internet through its 4G network. Connectivity and reliability are good and business packages are readily available.
Internet Service Providers |
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Are there ISPs available? |
Yes |
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If yes, are they privately or government owned? |
Yes Private |
|
Dial-up only? |
No |
|
Approximate Rates (local currency and USD - $) |
Dial-up |
N/A |
Broadband |
$15/MB/month |
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Max Leasable ‘Dedicated’ Bandwidth |
1GB |
Mobile Network Operators (MNOs)
FSM Telecommunications, the only National provider has the following (approximate) coverages.
Main Islands 80%
Outer Islands 20%
They are targeting 100% within 5 years
For information on MNOs please visit the GSM Association website.
Company |
Number of Agent Outlets by Area |
Network Strength by Area |
Contracted for Humanitarian or
Government |
Services Offered |
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FSM Telecommunications |
Branches in each State capital and recharge cards available in shops and hotels throughout FSM |
Very strong in urban areas main islands. Weaker in rural areas and outer islands |
No |
N/A |
3.5 Micronesia Food and Additional Suppliers
Micronesia is the 187th of 226 export economies in the world In 2220, Micronesia exported $122m ($118m of this being fish products) and imported $132M, (spread over a broad range of products, 50% of which came from the USA) resulting in a negative trade balance of $4M. (down from$142m In 2015) (Source Observatory of Economic Complexity)
Many traditional foods including fish and coconut, taro and breadfruit products as well as pork and chicken are grown at the community level. However there is a large reliance on imported foods. Food is retailed through 4 main supermarkets in the retail space and provide a small wholesaling function attached to their main retail form of business. These supermarkets Ace, A-One Mart, Palm Terrace and Yoshis are the main food importers into the country. They can, along with other local entrepreneurs import additional food stocks and other items as required.
There is no food processing industry in FSM.
The supermarket and hardware stores, given the diversity of products they import and the existing connections they have, will be able to import a wide range of goods for humanitarian response however supplies of bulk food will need to be imported to meet additional humanitarian requirements.
All other goods from computers and white goods, vehicles, plant and equipment and all spare parts are imported.
Re-supply from the USA is 3-4 weeks for shipping and from Japan, Australia and NZ it is 5-6 weeks but actual delivery will generally be much longer due to current global supply chain delays.
The type and quality of goods will need to be monitored closely as lower quality, cheaper goods are generally what is imported and stocked throughout retail outlets.
Generic country information can be located from sources that are regularly maintained and reflect current facts and figures. For a general overview of country data related to the service and supply sectors, please consult the following sources:
The Observatory of Economic Complexity – MIT (OEC): https://oec.world/en/profile/country/fsm
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3.5.1 Micronesia Food Suppliers
Overview
Other than fish and coconut products (and very limited chicken, pork and traditional vegetables such as taro and breadfruit at local community market level) FSM imports all food goods Food is retailed through 4 main supermarkets in the retail space and provide small wholesaling function attached to their main retail form of business. These super markets Palm Terrace, A One mart, Ace and Yoshies are the main food importers into the country. There are also small grocery retailers in Pohnpei and less so in other states. They can, along with other local entrepreneurs import additional food stocks if required. There is no food processing industry in FSM.
All supermarkets sell dairy, meat products, rice, sugar, oils. Cereals and pulses are imported in a much more limited way however they are available.
For more information on food supplier contact details, please see the following link: 4.10 Micronesia Supplier Contact List
Retail Sector
The primary retail sector is by way of four local supermarkets located in main centres who are direct importers of their products and compete with each other. There are many small owner operated convenience stores throughout the urban areas. There are no global retailers.
Types of Retailers Available |
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Type of Retailer |
Rank (1-5) |
Supermarket – concentrates mainly in supplying a range of food, beverage, cleaning and sanitation products; have significant purchasing power; are often part of national/regional/global chains. |
2 |
Convenience Store/Mini Market – medium sized shop; offers a more limited range of products than supermarkets; usually has good/stable purchasing power; may be part of chain or cooperative. |
1 |
Permanent shop with strong supply capacity – individually/family owned store; usually offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; good storage and reliable supply options. |
3 |
Permanent shop with limited supply capacity – individually/family owned store; offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; limited storage and unstable supply options. |
5 |
Mobile Shop/Market Stand – individually/family owned store; usually offers fewer commodities and a limited selection of brands; may be found at outdoor markets, camps or unstable environments. |
4 |
Wholesale
Ace (Leo Store), Palm Terrace, Yoshies, A-One Super Mart, Ace Office Supply, INS are local suppliers and stock similar or the same items. They are well established and stable businesses Wholesale suppliers are by and large the same retail supermarket companies as listed in the retail section. All and have been established between 9-20 years ACE since 1942
Supplier Overview |
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Company Name |
Ace ( Leo Store) Palm Terrace Yoshies A-One SuperMart Ace Office Supplies INS |
Address |
Kolonia, Pohnpei |
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity?
|
No |
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity?
|
Yes supplies direct to public |
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity? |
Yes limited |
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities? |
Yes but small |
Approximate Turnover in MT
|
NA |
Payment Methods Accepted |
Cash at retail level |
Other Comments or Key Information |
|
Primary Goods / Commodities Available |
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Commodities by Type** (SITC Rev 4 Division Code - Title) |
Comments |
|
00 - Live animals (other than fish, crustaceans, molluscs, etc.) |
None |
Communities have chickens and pigs for local consumption |
01 - Meat and meat preparations |
Primarily chicken and pork. Processed meats such as sausages. Canned spam, processed ham and bacon. |
|
02 - Dairy products and birds’ eggs |
milk, yogurt, butter, cheese, eggs |
|
03 - Fish (not marine mammals), crustaceans, molluscs… |
fish (chilled or frozen), fish (salted or in brine), fish liver and roes |
Fish locally caught Tuna and Mahi Mahi |
04 - Cereals and cereal preparations |
Predominantly rice, flour and pasta |
Imported |
05 - Vegetables and fruit |
vegetables, fruit and nuts, jams/jellies, fruit juice |
Tropical Fruit and fresh salad vegetables are grown locally as is traditional food such as taro and breadfruit. Citrus fruit apples and other vegetables are mostly imported. |
06 - Sugars, sugar preparations and honey |
Processed sugars, processed honey, fruit/nuts preserved by sugar |
|
07 - Coffee, tea, cocoa, spices and manufactures thereof |
coffee, cocoa, chocolate, tea, mate, pepper |
Pepper is grown locally |
09 - Miscellaneous edible products and preparations |
ready-to-eat foods, margarine, sauces, soups/ |
There is a large range of processed food available in supermarkets |
41 - Animal oils and fats |
There is a limited supply of animal fats |
|
42/43 - Fixed vegetable fats and oils, crude, refined or fractionated |
olive oil and vegetable oil |
|
**For non-FOOD products please see section 3.5.2 Additional Suppliers, and for FUEL/PETROLEUM products please see section 3.1 Fuel.
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3.5.2 Micronesia Additional Suppliers
Overview
Wholesale suppliers are very limited and whilst there is a very full range of hardware supplies available they do not carry extensive stock.
Local business with the ability to import hardware and goods, as in those types of goods required for humanitarian assistance i.e. tents, water pumps, pipes, water tanks, computer / IT equipment, office furniture will be the main hardware suppliers. The primary business with the capacity to undertake this is ACE Hardware who have the biggest and most extensive network in each state.
However more importantly no goods are manufactured in FSM and all goods are imported. As such, volumes required, depending on the degree of humanitarian event occurring are unlikely to be in stock. Re-supply from Guam or Hawaii as the origin ports using the regular shipping schedule will mean a minimum two week delay before arrival of stock arriving by sea. Shipping times from mainland USA is 3–4 weeks, Japan is 5 weeks. In reality delivery will be much longer however due to current global supply chain delays.
For more information on suppliers’ contact details, please see the following link: 4.10 Micronesia Additional Suppliers Contact List
Supplier Overview |
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Company Name |
Ace Office Supplies and Hardware |
Address |
Nett Cir Island Road, Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia |
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity? |
No |
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity? |
Yes |
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity? |
Yes |
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities? |
Yes |
Approximate turnover in USD - $
|
NA |
Payment Methods Accepted |
Cash at retail level |
Other Comments or Key Information |
Also present in a reduced capacity in Yap and Chuuk |
Primary Goods / Commodities Available |
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Commodities by Type** (SITC Rev 4 Division Code - Title) |
Comments |
|
24/27 - Crude materials, inedible, except fuel |
Fuel wood, crude fertilizers, sand/stone/gravel |
Sand and gravel obtained locally from quarry |
51 to 59 - Chemical and related products |
chlorine, pharmaceuticals, soaps, plastic tubes/pipes, chemical fertilizers |
All imported |
61 to 69 - Manufactured goods classified chiefly by material |
Rubber tyres, wood pallets, textiles, cement, iron/steel pipe fittings, copper wire, plastic water tanks. Tools large range |
All imported |
71 to 79 - Machinery and transport equipment |
Engine/machine parts, generators, sewing machines, pumps, telecoms equipment, vehicles |
All imported. Specific vehicle parts need to imported on a case by case basis as only limited parts are available |
81 to 89 - Miscellaneous manufactured articles |
Lighting fixtures, furniture, clothing, medical/surgical instruments |
All imported |
91/93/96/97 - Commodities not classified elsewhere |
Computers and IT equipment, Paints and other decorating products |
|
Supplier Overview | |
---|---|
Company Name |
Micro Computers |
Address |
Kaselehlie St, Kolonia, Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia Lagoon Road Majuro |
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity? |
No |
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity? |
Yes |
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity? |
No |
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities? |
No |
Approximate turnover in USD - $
|
NA |
Payment Methods Accepted |
Cash at retail level |
Other Comments or Key Information |
Supplies computers and printers and offers repair service |
Supplier Overview | |
---|---|
Company Name |
True Value Hardware |
Address |
Kolonia, Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia |
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity? |
No |
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity? |
Yes |
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity? |
Yes |
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities? |
Yes |
Approximate turnover in USD - $
|
NA |
Payment Methods Accepted |
Cash at retail level |
Other Comments or Key Information |
|
Primary Goods / Commodities Available | ||
---|---|---|
Commodities by Type** (SITC Rev 4 Division Code - Title) |
Comments | |
24/27 - Crude materials, inedible, except fuel |
Fuel wood, crude fertilizers, sand/stone/gravel |
Sand and gravel obtained locally from quarry |
51 to 59 - Chemical and related products |
chlorine, pharmaceuticals, soaps, plastic tubes/pipes, chemical fertilizers |
All imported |
61 to 69 - Manufactured goods classified chiefly by material |
Rubber tyres, wood pallets, textiles, cement, iron/steel pipe fittings, copper wire, plastic water tanks. Tools |
All imported |
71 to 79 - Machinery and transport equipment |
Engine/machine parts, generators, sewing machines, pumps, telecoms equipment, vehicles |
All imported. Specific vehicle parts need to imported on a case by case basis as only limited parts are available |
81 to 89 - Miscellaneous manufactured articles |
Lighting fixtures, furniture, clothing, medical/surgical instruments |
All imported |
91/93/96/97 - Commodities not classified elsewhere |
Paints and other decorating products |
All imported |
Supplier Overview | |
---|---|
Company Name |
Pohnpei Hardware |
Address |
Kolonia, Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia |
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity? |
No |
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity? |
Yes |
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity? |
Yes |
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities? |
Yes |
Approximate turnover in USD - $
|
NA |
Payment Methods Accepted |
Cash at retail level |
Primary Goods / Commodities Available | ||
---|---|---|
Commodities by Type** (SITC Rev 4 Division Code - Title) |
Comments | |
24/27 - Crude materials, inedible, except fuel |
Fuel wood, crude fertilizers, sand/stone/gravel |
Sand and gravel obtained locally from quarry |
51 to 59 - Chemical and related products |
chlorine, pharmaceuticals, soaps, plastic tubes/pipes, chemical fertilizers |
All imported |
61 to 69 - Manufactured goods classified chiefly by material |
Rubber tyres, wood pallets, textiles, cement, iron/steel pipe fittings, copper wire, plastic water tanks. Tools |
All imported |
71 to 79 - Machinery and transport equipment |
Engine/machine parts, generators, sewing machines, pumps, telecoms equipment, vehicles |
All imported. Specific vehicle parts need to imported on a case by case basis as only limited parts are available |
81 to 89 - Miscellaneous manufactured articles |
Lighting fixtures, furniture, clothing, medical/surgical instruments |
All imported |
91/93/96/97 - Commodities not classified elsewhere |
Paints and other decorating products |
All imported |
Supplier OVerview | |
---|---|
Company Name |
ACE Office supplies and Hardware |
Address |
Nett Cir Island Road Pohnpei |
Does the supplier have its own production / manufacturing capacity? |
No |
Does the supplier have its own retail capacity? |
Yes |
Does the supplier have its own transport capacity? |
Yes |
Does the supplier have its own storage facilities? |
Yes |
Approximate turnover in USD - $
|
NA |
Payment Methods Accepted |
Cash at retail level |
**For FOOD products please see section 3.5.1 Food Suppliers, and for FUEL/PETROLEUM products please see section 3.1 Fuel.
Disclaimer: Inclusion of company information in the LCA does not imply any business relationship between the supplier and WFP / Logistics Cluster, and is used solely as a determinant of services, and capacities.
Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.
3.6 Micronesia Additional Services
Overview
Due to the small population in FSM service provision is basic with only a small number of companies specialising in each sector. Most businesses have been long established and operate reliably and successfully. Whilst most services an agency would require are available in Pohnpei there is little capacity for surge demand and services are limited in the other island states and generally non existent in the outer islands.
For more information on company contact details, please see the following link: 4.11 Micronesia Additional Services Contact List
Accommodation
There is a small but reasonable range of hotel accommodation in Pohnpei however the range becomes more limited in Chuuk Yap and Kosrae. Facilities are 2-4 stars and are generally clean and tidy and offer restaurant service. Security is ok.
While not extensive, in all the state capitals, apartments and houses can be rented on a monthly, 6 monthly or annual basis but availability is coming under increasing pressure as expat numbers increase and a significant influx of humanitarian agencies would be problematical.
Accommodation on the outer islands is significantly more limited. There are no hotels, guesthouses or rental accommodation.
Further information can be found at https://visit-micronesia.fm/
Electricity and Power
Electricity is diesel generated in all states by the states governments with fuel supplied by FSMPC and is a priority supply. Generated electricity is based on the US system and is 110 Volts. Unplanned outages are rare
Current estimates (Department of Resources & Development) indicate the following percentages of households having electricity Pohnpei 95%, Kosrae 98%, Yap 85%, Chuuk 30%.
State grids to not extend to outer islands. The European Union and Asian Development Bank have been assisting with funding for solar electricity supply units progressively to the outer islands. At State level an Energy Working Group reports to the National government to facilitate the ongoing solar power generation rollout to domestic users.
Electricity and Power Summary Table | ||||
---|---|---|---|---|
Production Unit (State) |
Type (Hydroelectric, Thermal, etc.) |
Installed Capacity (MW) |
Peak Load (MW) |
Current Production (MWh) |
Pohnpei |
Diesel generated |
11.09 |
6.4 |
31,294 |
Hydroelectric |
0.73 |
|
208 |
|
Kosrae |
Diesel generated |
2.75 |
1.2 |
6,790 |
Chuuk |
Diesel generated |
7.6 |
2.8 |
15,696 |
Yap |
Diesel generated |
7.4 |
1.8 |
8,130 |
Wind generated | 083 | 978 | ||
Total gallons of diesel used to generate elctricity FSM 2021 = 4,305,229 |
(Source: FSM Department of Resources and Development)
Financial Service Providers
There are 2 financial service institutions in FSM, Bank of FSM, and Bank of Guam offer banking and credit services in all 4 state capitals.
Western Union and MoneyGram are available for money transfer services.
There are 3 or 4 CPA’s throughout the FSM but no international accountancy firms.
Bank of Guam
A public Company, it has been operating since 1972
Company Overview |
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Company Name |
Bank of Guam ( Headquartered in Guam) |
|
Address |
Kolonia, Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia | |
|
Available? |
Comments |
Has IBAN, BIC, or SWIFT number? |
No |
|
Provides currency exchange? |
No |
|
Will initiate / receive wire transfers? |
Yes |
|
Provides Loan / Credit services? |
Yes |
|
Other Comments or Key Information |
Has ATM at the branch |
|
Other Locations | ||
Regions | Service Locations | |
Chuuk |
Weno Branch plus ATM |
|
Yap |
Kolonia Branch plus ATM |
|
Kosrae |
Tofol Branch plus ATM |
FSM Development Bank (FSMDB)
FSMDB is a subcomponent unit of the National Government, the current shareholders are the National Government, Chuuk State Government and Kosrae State Government. It commenced operations in 1980
Company Overview |
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Company Name |
FSM Development Bank |
|
Address |
X655+67J, Kolonia, Pohnpei, Micronesia | |
|
Available? |
Comments |
Has IBAN, BIC, or SWIFT number? |
No |
|
Provides currency exchange? |
No |
|
Will initiate / receive wire transfers? |
Yes |
|
Provides Loan / Credit services? |
Yes |
|
Other Comments or Key Information |
3 ATMs on Pohnpei |
Other Locations | ||
---|---|---|
Regions | Service Locations | |
Chuuk |
Weno Branch plus ATM |
|
Yap |
Kolonia Branch plus ATM |
|
Kosrae |
Tofol Branch plus ATM |
For more information on company contact details, please see the following link: 4.11 Micronesia Additional Services Contact List
Clearing and Forwarding Agents
In all states stevedore and terminal service operators provide clearance services.
However primarily the shipping companies and shipping agents offer forwarding and clearance services. Matson Shipping and Kyowa Shipping Lines both have offices and in all four states.
Construction, Material Handling & Power Generation Equipment
Construction, material handling & power generation equipment of any scale is not available to purchase in the FSM. Hand tools and small (up to 3 kVa) generators can be purchased from hardware stores in the main centres (it should be noted in the case of generators they are not stocked in large numbers and restocking will take up to a month shipping time however delays from manufacturers/ origin suppliers may be many months). In Pohnpei Ace Equipment rental can supply forklifts, cranes and ready-mix cement and a range of generators up to 100 kVa in very limited quantities. Restocking of these items in case of surge demand may take up to 6 months as a result of current Covid affected supply chain issues. These larger items of plant are not available in the other states.
Federated Shipping has handling equipment consisting on forklifts ranging from (3 – 28 MT in Pohnpei and at the smaller end of the range in other states) that could be used for a humanitarian action on an adhoc basis
Due to the large number of imported goods pallets are readily available.
Postal and Courier Services
Mail: As a government agency, the FSM Postal Services was established in 1983, primarily to provide and deliver the postal operations and services as well as to sell stamps and other philatelic products within the FSM and throughout the world. The FSM Postal Services is comprised of three major divisions which continue to carry out their related but different functions. In addition to deliver and expand the services to the FSM States and their outlying areas, there are four main Post Offices and several branches that have been established in those respective areas. The US Postal Service services FSM as a domestic destination. There are post offices in each state capital. The main office is Pohnpei. Mail is received by Asia Pacific Airlines Cargo and United Airlines service twice weekly to each state capital.
Couriers: USPS is handled by the FSM Postal Service, DHL, UPS and FedEx also have agents in each of the 4 states.
DHL http://www.dhl.com/en/gu/country_profile/service_point_locations_express.html
FedEx http://www.fedex.com/fm/contact/index.html
Printing and Publishing
There are limited numbers of printing and publishing services available in Pohnpei and Kosrae that also provide digital printing, screen printing copying, binding and laminating.
Taxi Companies
There are multiple taxi companies operating around Pohnpei. Services in Chuuk are available around the town centre. Yap and Kosrae have a very limited service. Where available they are safe and reliable.
Taxis cost about USD 1.00 for a 1-3 Km ride and USD 4 for a 5-10 Km ride.
Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance/Workshops
The maintenance and repair services of vehicles and appliances are limited. All products and parts are imported, and there are typically no authorized service networks for those imported goods.
As for auto services, small local auto garages and body shops mainly provide unpredictable maintenance and repair services. Napa Auto Parts has provided maintenance and repair parts through its distribution channels in the four states. Second-hand parts are also used widely.
Most appliances, such as power generators, air conditioners and refrigerators, cannot be repaired onsite and must often be replaced with new ones. Some appliance wholesalers and specialized service providers offer less sophisticated maintenance and repair services with limited capacity. Some freelance technicians (habitually foreigners) also provide maintenance and repair services for some appliances.
Vehicle Rental
There are multiple vehicle rental companies throughout the state capitals it I also possible to rent a private taxi or vehicle for a mutually agreed amount for several days or a longer period.
Vehicle rental cost approx. USD $75.00 per day.
Disclaimer: Inclusion of company information in the LCA does not imply any business relationship between the supplier and WFP / Logistics Cluster, and is used solely as a determinant of services, and capacities.
Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.
3.7 Micronesia Waste Management and Recycling Infrastructure Assessment
Overview
Waste management is proactively managed by the Government at State and National levels. Recycling programs have been implemented, monitored and reviewed. Service providers are a combination of Government and contracted private operators.
Generic country information can be located from sources which are regularly maintained and reflect current facts and figures. For a general overview of country data related to the service and supply sectors, please consult the following sources:
The Observatory of Economic Complexity – MIT (OEC): https://oec.world/en/profile/country/fsm
A very detailed and comprehensive document outlining Yap State’s Solid Waste Management Strategy 2018–2027 is available to view at: https://www.sprep.org/attachments/VirLib/FSM/yap-solid-waste-management-strategy-2018-2027.pdf
State |
Regulating Agency |
Implementing Agencies (Collection and Disposal) |
---|---|---|
Chuuk |
1. Chuuk EPA 2. Department of Public Safety for enforcement of littering law |
Chuuk Department of Transportation, & Communication (Division of Public Works) |
Kosrae |
1. Kosrae Island Resource Management Authority (KIRMA) |
Department of Transportation & Infrastructure Kosrae Municipal Government |
Pohnpei |
1. Pohnpei EPA 2. Department of Public Safety for littering law enforcement |
Division of Transportation & Infrastructure (Disposal and collection contracted to Pohnpei Waste Management Services), Kolonia Town Municipal Government, Nett Municipal Government, Uh Municipal Government, and Sokehs Municipal Government,
Pohnpei Waste Management Services is contracted by Division of Transportation & Infrastructure to manage dumpsite. There is another Private Waste Company that collects and disposes waste from residential areas with a fee.
|
Yap |
1. Yap EPA
|
Department of Public Works & Transportation and Yap State Public Service Corporation, Island Paradise Metal Company, and Yap Environmental Waste Solutions |
LEGISLATIONS: Laws and Regulations relating to Waste Management in the FSM
State |
Laws and Regulations relating to Waste Management |
---|---|
Yap |
- State Littering Law - Littering Offense - Junk Vehicles Offense - Title 18: Conservation and Environment - Environmental Quality Protection Act - Title 14: Enabling legislation creating YSPSC - Title 14: Junk Vehicles - Pesticide Regulations - POPs regulations - EIA Regulations - Regulations for the Environmental Clearance of Marine Vessels - Burning Regulations -Yap State Plastic Bag Regulations - Solid Waste Management Strategy - Environmental Impact Assessment, Earthmoving, Recycling (deposit and refund fee schedules) - YBSAP, Tourism Development Plan, State Economic Plan, SLM Project -Legislation to ban plastic shopping bag |
Chuuk |
- Recycling Law (aluminum cans) -never signed - Title 7, Chapter 9 (Municipal Taxing Power) - Title 21, Chapter 13 (Sanitation) - Title 22, Chapter 1 (Chuuk Environmental Protection Act) - Title 22, Chapter 3 (Littering) - Title 24, Chapter 11 (Public Lands and Condemnation) - Title 29, Chapter 5 (Environmental Improvement Tax) - Earth Moving Regulations, Environment Impact Assessment Regulations - Chuuk State Development Plan, Chuuk State Strategic Plan for Education, Chuuk State Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan |
Pohnpei |
- Pohnpei State Law No 6L-66-06 provides for litter abatement and solid waste disposal, shipping container and motor vehicle waste disposal fee, and establishes Environmental Quality Fund and Litter Reward Fund |
Kosrae |
|
NATIONAL GOVERNMENT |
|
Service providers for waste collection and disposal
State |
Regulating Agency |
Implementing Agencies (Collection and Disposal) |
---|---|---|
Chuuk |
1. Chuuk EPA 2. Department of Public Safety for enforcement of littering law |
Chuuk Department of Transportation, & Communication (Division of Public Works) |
Kosrae |
1. Kosrae Island Resource Management Authority (KIRMA) |
Department of Transportation & Infrastructure Kosrae Municipal Government |
Pohnpei |
1. Pohnpei EPA 2. Department of Public Safety for littering law enforcement |
Division of Transportation & Infrastructure (Disposal and collection contracted to Pohnpei Waste Management Services), Kolonia Town Municipal Government, Nett Municipal Government, Uh Municipal Government, and Sokehs Municipal Government, Pohnpei Waste Management Services is contracted by a Division of Transportation & Infrastructure to manage dumpsite. There is another Private Waste Company that collects and disposes waste from residential areas with a fee. |
Yap |
1. Yap EPA
|
Department of Public Works & Transportation and Yap State Public Service Corporation, Island Paradise Metal Company, and Yap Environmental Waste Solutions |
Recycling
In the FSM, Container Deposit Schemes (CDSs) for beverage containers are gaining ground. A CDS is a system whereby a small extra deposit is added on top of the retail price when eligible beverages are sold. The deposit is partly refunded when the empty beverage container is returned to a redemption center. The reason that CDSs are gaining ground in the FSM is that the products covered by this system are not manufactured in the states. They are all imported products, and thus it is relatively easy to charge a deposit at the time of import. Among collected containers, aluminum cans are regularly exported owing to their high resource value, which also contributes to material recycling. However, for other beverage containers (mainly plastic bottles), all the states are experiencing difficulties in securing export destinations due to the sluggish recycling market for plastics. (J-PRISM report)
Non-Hazardous Waste Disposal
Three states of the FSM, excluding Chuuk, have set up semi-aerobic landfills, or so-called Fukuoka-Method disposal sites, with the financial support of the Japanese government, and are properly disposing of waste discharged in the islands.
Sewage disposal is by way of septic tanks.
Waste Disposal Company Assessment (Company managing a waste disposal facility).
Name of Company |
POHNPEI WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES |
---|---|
Physical Address |
NETT, DEKEHTIK |
Contact Person |
ERNIE YAMAGUCHI |
Telephone Number |
320-5058 OR 320-7493 |
|
Company Profile
Does the company have an Environmental, Health and Safety certification (e.g. ISO 14001, ISO 45001 or equivalent) or self-certified management plan for facilities and personnel? (List all available) |
CERTFIED BY E. P. A |
---|---|
Business License Validity Dates |
March 17 2023 |
Years of experience |
More than 10 years |
Company main business |
E.P.A , STATE T & I and NETT DISTRICT |
Facility is well maintained (roof/walls)? |
Yes |
Hazardous materials are processed and stored separately from non-hazardous waste? |
Yes |
Facility has adequate ventilation? |
Yes |
PPE provided to staff (hard hats, overalls, boots, etc.)? |
Hats, glove, boots, overall , uniform t-shirt |
Processing capacity (e.g. max tonnes/day or month)* |
MT/day and month (list capacity by type of waste, if relevant) |
Collection provided (Y/N) |
Yes |
Transport capacity constraints (geographical, volumes, frequency)? |
Two working dump trucks that are used to collect waste from residential and commercial bins. |
Non-Hazardous Waste
Type of Waste |
Accepted at facility? (Y/N) |
Restrictions if any |
Disposal method |
---|---|---|---|
Packaging (flexible laminate plastics) |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Packaging (HDPE Plastics) |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Packaging (Styrofoam) |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Packaging (Polypropylene) |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Packaging (plastics/others - please specify) |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Aluminum** |
Yes |
|
physical recycling |
Steel** |
Yes |
|
physical recycling |
Glass |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Corrugated Cardboard |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Packaging (paper) |
Yes |
|
Landfill, Incineration |
Pallets (wood) |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Paper (office) |
Yes |
|
Landfill, Incineration |
Furniture |
Yes |
|
Landfill, |
Vehicle Spare Parts |
Yes |
|
physical recycling |
Styrofoam |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Hazardous waste
Type of Waste |
Accepted at Facility? (Y/N)? |
Restrictions if any? |
Disposal Method |
---|---|---|---|
IT Hardware (e.g. servers, routers, external drives, CPUs) |
Yes |
|
physical recycling |
Telecoms equipment (e.g. deskphones, radios, mobile phones) |
Yes |
|
physical recycling |
Computers (e.g. desktop computers, laptops, monitors, keyboards, others) |
Yes |
|
physical recycling |
Scanners, printers, copiers, toner cartridges |
Yes |
|
physical recycling |
Household appliances (e.g. air-conditioners, refrigerators, generators) |
Yes |
|
physical recycling |
Lighting equipment (light bulbs, switches, fluorescent lamps) |
Yes |
|
physical recycling |
Batteries of different types (e.g. lithium ion, lead acid) |
Yes |
|
Landfill, physical recycling |
Electrical and electronic equipment (e.g. cameras, smoke detectors) |
Yes |
|
Landfill , physical recycling |
Gym equipment (e.g. treadmills) |
Yes |
|
physical recycling |
Solar Photovoltaic equipment (e.g. PV panels, inverters) |
Yes |
|
Landfill, physical recycling |
Medical Waste (e.g. soiled medical items, used sharps, glasswear, etc.) |
Yes |
|
Landfill, |
Admin Waste
Type of Waste |
Accepted at Facility? (Y/N)? |
Restrictions if any? |
Disposal Method |
---|---|---|---|
Used engine oil, lubricants |
Yes |
|
Filtered |
Tyres |
Yes |
|
Piled up and soed fo e |
Paints |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Chemicals and Fertilizers |
Yes |
|
Landfill, |
General Medical waste (e.g., used masks, office use latex gloves w/o bodily fluids) |
Yes |
|
Landfill, Incineration, |
General Office Waste |
Yes |
|
Landfill, Incineration, |
Composting (food waste) |
Yes |
|
Landfill |
Notes and Definitions
*Please include mt or cbm of waste disposal capacity / day by waste type (if there are any restrictions)
**Please specify in the "restrictions" column the type of aluminum and steel accepted (i.e., cans, household steel/aluminum waste, industrial steel, scrap metals, etc.)
This tool is designed to collect company profile information in addition to the general landscape on waste disposal in country, please add a sheet for each company assessed for inclusion in the LCA.
For further supplier registration/prequalification, please use Recycling company assessment checklist_Haz and non-has waste.pdf
Disclaimer: Inclusion of company information in the LCA does not imply any business relationship between the supplier and WFP / Logistics Cluster, and is used solely as a determinant of services, and capacities.
Please note: WFP / Logistics Cluster maintain complete impartiality and are not in a position to endorse, comment on any company's suitability as a reputable service provider.
4 Micronesia Contact Lists
In the following subsections the contact details for Micronesia will be presented.
4.1 Micronesia Government Contact List
Ministry |
Department |
National or Provincial/State Authority |
City / Town |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Phone Number (mobile) |
Website |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
DECEM |
Dept Environment Climate and Emergency Management |
National |
Palikir |
Emergency Operations Centre Palikir Capital |
Sec Andrew Yatilman |
Secretary (DECEM Chairman) |
3208814/15 |
|
https://gov.fm/#:~:text=STATE%20GOVERNMENT,includes%20seven%20major%20island%20groups.
|
|
Education |
Department of Education |
National |
Palikir |
Government Buildings Palikir Capital |
Wayne Mendiola |
Secretary |
|
3202609 |
|
https://gov.fm/#:~:text=STATE%20GOVERNMENT,includes%20seven%20major%20island%20groups.
|
Finance |
Department of Finance and Administration |
National |
Palikir |
PS158, Palikir, Pohnpei State |
Eugene Amor |
Secretary |
|
3202640 |
9201114 |
https://gov.fm/#:~:text=STATE%20GOVERNMENT,includes%20seven%20major%20island%20groups. |
Foreign Affairs |
Foreign Affairs |
National |
Palikir |
PS158, Palikir, Pohnpei State |
Kandhi Elieiser |
Secretary |
|
3202613 |
|
https://gov.fm/#:~:text=STATE%20GOVERNMENT,includes%20seven%20major%20island%20groups. |
Health |
Department of Heath |
National |
Palikir |
PS70, Palikir, Pohnpei State |
Marcus Samo |
Secretary |
|
3202643 |
|
https://gov.fm/#:~:text=STATE%20GOVERNMENT,includes%20seven%20major%20island%20groups. |
Justice (Attorney General) |
Department of Justice |
National |
Palikir |
PS105, Palikir, Pohnpei State |
Dohsis Gallen |
Secretary |
|
3202644 |
9251366 |
https://gov.fm/#:~:text=STATE%20GOVERNMENT,includes%20seven%20major%20island%20groups. |
Transport Communication & Infrastructure |
Department of Transport communications and Infrastructure |
National |
Palikir |
PS2, Palikir, Pohnpei State |
Carl Apis |
Secretary |
|
3202865/2381 |
|
https://gov.fm/#:~:text=STATE%20GOVERNMENT,includes%20seven%20major%20island%20groups. |
Weather Services |
Weather Services |
National |
Palikir |
Capital Buildings Palikir |
Eden Skilling |
Secretary |
320-5605 |
925-7719 |
https://gov.fm/#:~:text=STATE%20GOVERNMENT,includes%20seven%20major%20island%20groups. |
|
Department of Transport and Public Works |
Department of Transport and Public Works |
Chuuk State |
Weno |
Airport Terminal |
Tos Nakagama |
Director |
|
|
|
|
Department of Transport and Public Works |
Department of Transport and Public Works |
Chuuk State |
Weno |
Public Works Weno Port |
John Smith |
|
|
|
|
|
Department of Education |
Department of Education |
National |
Palikir |
87 Palikir, Pohnpei State, FM 96941 |
Kalwin Kephas |
Secretary |
320-2609/9535 |
970-9535 |
|
|
FSM Finance |
Department of Finance and Administration |
National |
Palikir |
PS158, Palikir, Pohnpei State, FM 96941 |
Sihna Lawrence |
Secretary |
320-2640 |
920-1114 |
|
|
Foreign Affairs |
Foreign Affairs |
National |
Palikir |
PS123, Palikir, Pohnpei State, FM 96941 |
Lorin Robert |
Secretary |
|
320-2613 |
920-7999 |
|
Department of Health |
Department of Health |
National |
Palikir |
PS70, Palikir, Pohnpei State, FM 96941 |
Magdalena Walter |
Secretary |
320-2643 |
925-7767 |
|
|
Department of Justice |
Department of Justice |
National |
Palikir |
PS105, Palikir, Pohnpei State, FM 96941 |
Joses Gallen |
Secretary |
320-2644 |
925-1366 |
|
|
Department R&D |
Department Resources & Development |
National |
Palikir |
PS12, Palikir, Pohnpei State, FM 96941 |
Marion Henry |
Secretary |
320-5133 |
920-3421 |
|
|
Department of Transport communications and Infrastructure |
Department of Transport Communication and Infrastructure |
National |
Palikir |
PS2, Palikir, Pohnpei State, FM 96941 |
Lukner Weilbacher |
Secretary |
320-2865 |
925-6506 |
|
|
Weather Services |
Weather Services |
National |
Palikir |
Capital Buildings Palikir |
Eden Skilling |
Secretary |
320-5605 |
925-7719 |
|
|
Micronesian Red Cross Society |
MRCS |
National |
Palikir |
Capital Buildings Palikir |
Isao Frank |
Secretary |
320-7077 |
926-0852 |
|
|
|
Chamber of Commerce |
National |
Palikir |
Capital Buildings Palikir |
Gienah Narruhn |
Secretary |
320-5133 |
926-0249 |
|
|
Department of Finance and Administration |
Division of Customs and Tax Administration |
National |
Palikir |
Capital Buildings Palikir |
Salvador Jacob |
Assistant Secretary |
|
|
|
|
|
Customs and Tax Administration |
Chuuk |
PO Box 610, Nepukos, Weno, Chuuk State 96942 |
Rinderose K. Mizard |
Office Manager |
CTA Field Office |
|
(691)330 5151 |
|
|
|
Customs and Tax Administration |
Kosrae |
Kosrae Capital Plaza, 2nd Floor Innem Lelu, Kosrae |
Margarette H. Abraham |
Office Manager |
CTA Field Office |
|
|
||
|
Customs and Tax Administration |
Yap |
YCA Unit # TS-204, Nimar, Weloy, Yap FM 96943 |
Robert Fathaltamanbay |
Office Manager |
CTA Field Office |
|
|
||
Disaster Coordination Office |
Governor’s Office |
Kosrae |
Tofol |
State Government Building Tofol |
Nena William |
DCO Kosrae |
|
|
|
|
Disaster Coordination Office |
Department of Administration |
Chuuk |
Weno |
Disaster Coordination Office |
Wilfred Robert |
DCO Chuuk |
|
|
|
|
Disaster Coordination Office |
|
Yap |
|
|
Victor Bamag |
DCO Yap |
3502182 |
3502184 |
|
|
Department of Public Safety |
Pohnpei |
Colonia |
Peilapalap St |
Department of Public Safety |
Patrick Carl |
DCO Pohnpei |
9245317 |
|
|
For details and contacts of National Disaster Coordination Team see 5 Micronesia Annexes
4.2 Micronesia Humanitarian Agency Contact List
Organization |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Phone Number (mobile) |
Website |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IFRC |
Kaselehlie Main
St. |
Isoa Frank Jr. |
Executive Director |
|
320-7077 |
926-0852
|
|
Catholic Church |
Church of Our Lady of Mercy, nia, Pohnpei |
Fr Ken Urumolug |
Father |
|
3204661 |
|
|
UN Resident Coordinator |
Kolonia, Pohnpei |
Jaap Van Hierden |
Resident Coordinator |
|
320-2435 |
|
|
IOM |
Varner Building, Kolonia, Pohnpei
|
Salvatore Sortino |
Chief of Mission |
|
320-8735 |
0 1769 |
|
UNICEF |
John Sanden Building, Kolonia, Pohnpei |
Cromwell Bacareza |
Chief of Office |
|
320-4779 |
|
|
UNFPA |
Kolonia, Pohnpei |
Evelyn Adolph |
Programme specialist |
|
320-4192 |
|
|
UNDP |
Kolonia, Pohnpei |
Kevin Petrini |
Deputy Resident Representative & Country Manager |
320-4456 |
|
|
|
Pohnpei Women's Council |
Kolonia, Pohnpei |
Emeliana Musrasrik - Carl |
|
emusrasrikcarl@fsmsupremecourt.org
|
320-2357 Ext.128 |
|
|
Salvation Army |
Nankumwur Street, Kolonia, Pohnpei |
Taylor Santos |
Captain |
691 320 -4402 3673
|
922-635 |
||
Catholic Relief Services |
PO Box 683, Yap FSM |
Cheryl Morgan |
Program Manager |
|
3502388/ cell |
9527891 |
https://www.crs.org/our-work-overseas/where-we-work/micronesia
|
4.3 Micronesia Laboratory and Quality Testing Companies Contact List
There are no testing laboratories in FSM. Closest is SGS in Guam where all fuel testing for FSM supplies is conducted
Company |
Street / Physical Address |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Website |
Description of Services |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
SGS |
810 West Marine Corps Drive, Hagatna, Guam, 96910, Guam |
671 588 2923 |
Testing diesel gasoline and Jet A-1 |
4.4 Micronesia Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Name |
Company |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Phone Number (mobile) |
Website |
Description of Duties |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pohnpei |
Pohnpei Port Authority P.O. Box 1150 Kolonia, Pohnpei FM 96941
|
PPA Offices. Pohnpei Harbour |
Mr Baron Mendiola
|
Seaport Manager
|
|
691 2793
|
+691 926 3082
|
Manager of Pohnpei Port operations |
|
Pohnpei |
Pohnpei Port Authority P.O. Box 1150 Kolonia, Pohnpei FM 96941
|
PPA Offices. Pohnpei Harbour |
Mr Grilly Jack |
General Manager |
|
691 2793
|
(691) 921- 1327
|
General manager, Sea and Air Ports |
|
Kosrae |
Kosrae Port Authority
|
Kosrae International Terminal Buildings Kosrae Airport Tofol, Kosrae, FM 96944
|
Jason Selo- |
Seaport Manager- |
|
691) 370-2154 |
|
|
Seaport Manager- Kosrae Port |
Kosrae Port |
Kosrae Port Authority
|
Kosrae International Terminal Buildings Kosrae Airport Tofol, Kosrae, |
Mr. William Tosce |
General Manager
|
|
(691) 370-2154
|
(691) 370-3285
|
https://www.facebook.com/people/Kosrae-Port-Authority/100069001846446/
|
Kosrae port management and stevedoring services |
Kosrae Port |
Kosrae Port Authority
|
Tofol, Kosrae |
|
|
(691) 370-2154
|
|
Oversight of Kosrae Port Management |
||
Kosrae port |
Tropical Breeze. Agents for Kyowa Line |
Kosrae |
|
|
|
370 2157 |
|
|
|
Weno, Chuuk |
Department of Public Work and Transportation, Chuuk State |
Airport terminal building International airport Weno |
Tos Nakayama-
|
Director of Public Work and Transportation, Chuuk State |
3302242
9304930 |
|
Oversight of Weno Port Management |
||
Port of Chuuk |
Weno, Chuuk, |
|
|
|
|
(691) 330-2143/2147/2175 or 330-2377 (Warehouse)
|
|
Stevedoring and transport services |
|
Yap |
Tomil Port authorty |
Sea Transportation Office Colonia |
Theo Thinifel- |
Director of Public Work and Transportation,Yap State |
|
|
|
Oversight of Tomil Harbour Port Management |
|
Pohnpei |
Federated Shipping Company |
FSCO office Pohnpei Port |
Wainrick Solomon, |
Operations Manager |
|
(691) 320-5794
|
|
|
Operations Manager. Cargo handling |
Pohnpei |
Federated Shipping Company |
FSCO office Pohnpei Port |
Mr. Freddy Olter,
|
General Manager |
|
(691) 320-5794
|
|
|
Stevedoring services, cargo handling |
Pohnpei |
Matson Shipping |
Agent Pohnpei Amcres Shipping Agency, Kolonia |
|
|
Hawaii, Guam, Micronesia service:
|
1-800-4MATSON (800-462-8766)
|
|
|
Shipping, forwarding and clearing agents |
Kosrae |
Matson Shipping |
Agent: Kosrae Shipping PO Box 51 Lelu, Kosrae |
|
|
Hawaii, Guam, Micronesia service:
|
1-800-4MATSON (800-462-8766)
|
|
|
Shipping, forwarding and clearing agents |
Weno |
Matson Shipping |
Agent –Chuuk SeaVenture PO Box 331 Weno, Chuuk |
|
|
Hawaii, Guam, Micronesia service:
|
1-800-4MATSON (800-462-8766)
|
|
|
Shipping, forwarding and clearing agents |
FSM |
Vital FSM Petroleum Company |
|
Jared Morris |
Operations and Distribution manager |
|
691-3206364 |
9242647 |
Barge and passenger vessel for hire |
|
FSM |
Department of Transportation, Communications and Infrastructure (TC&I) |
Palikir, Pohnpei
|
|
|
|
691.320.2865 / 2381 / 5829 |
|
Management of inter -and intra -state vessels |
|
KSM |
Pohnpei Transfer & Storage, Inc. (Pohnpei)Agents for Kyowa shipping |
Kolonia Pohnpei |
|
|
691-320-2552 |
|
https://www.kyowa-line.co.jp/agency_en/?region=south_pacific |
Shipping line, freight forwarding and clearing |
|
Yap | WAAB Transportatoin Company | Colonia, Yap | George Torwan | CEO | grtorwan@gmail.com | 691-350-2301/2302/3886 | Stevedoring and Transport Services Yap Port |
4.5 Micronesia Airport Companies Contact List
Airport |
Company |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Website |
Description of Services |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pohnpei |
Division of Civil Aviation |
Dept. of Transportation, Communication & Infrastructure Level2 Kasehele building Palikir |
|
|
|
691.320.2865
|
P.O Box 1150
|
Oversight of Airports and Ports
|
Pohnpei |
Pohnpei Port Authority
|
Kolonia, Pohnpei
|
Josepha Masumi Sam
|
Executive Secretary
|
|
691)320-2793 |
|
Executive Secretary
|
Pohnpei |
Pohnpei Port Authority |
Kolonia, Pohnpei
|
Grilly Jack |
General Manager |
|
|
|
General Manager |
Pohnpei |
Pohnpei Port Authority |
|
Jayson Ringlen |
Chief of Airport Operations.
|
|
691-320-2793 |
|
Chief of Airport Operations |
Yap |
Dept Transport and Public Works |
Airport Road Yap |
Theo Thinifel- |
Director of Public Work and Transportation, Yap State |
|
691.350.2128 / 4600 / 5089 |
|
Director of Public Work and Transportation |
Kosrae |
|
Tofol, Kosrae, |
Jesse Tulsrue- |
Airport Manager- |
|
691-370-2154 |
|
|
Chuuk |
|
|
Tos Nakayama- |
Director of Public Work and Transportation, Chuuk State |
|
3302242 |
Director of Public Work and Transportation |
|
United Airlines |
|
|
|
|
|
Chuuk (Truk) RESERVATIONS (691) 330-2424
Kosrae RESERVATIONS (691) 370-3024 (691) 370-3224
Pohnpei RESERVATIONS (691) 320-2424 (691) 320-5424 (691) 320-5425
Yap RESERVATIONS (691) 350-2702 (691) 350-2788 |
https://www.united.com/en-us/flights-to-federated-states-of-micronesia
|
|
4.6 Micronesia Storage and Milling Companies Contact List
Company |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Phone Number (mobile) |
Website |
Key Role |
Description of Duties |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UN IOM |
Varner Building, Kolonia, Pohnpei |
Salvatore Sortino |
Chief of Mission |
|
3208735 |
9201769 |
https://www.iom.int/countries/micronesia
|
|
Storage facilities in Pohnpei,Yap, Chuuk |
Pohnpei Port Authority i |
PPA Offices. Pohnpei Harbour |
Mr Baron Mendiola
|
Seaport Manager
|
|
691 2793
|
+691 926 3082
|
|
Storage facilities in Pohnpei,Yap, Chuuk |
|
United Airlines |
Micronesia office Kolonia, Pohnpei |
|
|
|
|
(691)
370-3024, |
|
|
Emergency storage Kosrae airport |
IFRC |
MRCS Office, Kaselehlie St. Kolonia, Pohnpei |
Mr Isoa Frank |
Executive Director |
320 7077 |
|
https://www.ifrc.org/taxonomy/term/2368
|
|
Container storage throughout FSM |
|
FSM Department of Finance and Admin. |
Palikir, Pohnpei |
Department of Finance and Administration
|
|
|
(691) 320-2640/5852 |
|
|
|
Storage warehouse Pohnpei Port |
Dept of Transport and Public works |
Kaselehlie bldg. Palikir, Pohnpei |
Dept of Transport and Public works |
|
|
691.320.2865 / 2381 / 5829 |
|
|
|
Storage space at Ports of Chuuk and Yap |
Kosrae Terminal and Stevedoring Company
|
Tofol, Kosrae, |
Mr. James J. George,
|
General Manager |
|
691) 370-3085/3731
|
|
https://atosscom.com/kosrae-terminal-and-stevedoring-company
|
|
Kosrae Port Storage |
ACE Hardware |
Kolonia, Pohnpei |
Rich Adams |
Owner |
|
691-9207919 |
|
https://www.facebook.com/pohnpei.aos/
|
|
Storage options n (Possible/limited) Kosrae, Yap Chuuk, Pohnpei |
4.7 Micronesia Fuel Providers Contact List
Company |
Location(s) |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Phone Number (mobile) |
Fax Number |
Description of Services Provided |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Vital FSM Petroleum Company |
Pohnpei |
P.O. Box 1762 Kolonia, Pohnpei, FM 96941
|
|
|
+691 320 6364 / 6419
|
|
|
Diesel. Gasoline and Jet A! |
|
Vital FSM Petroleum Company |
Pohnpei |
|
Jared Morris |
CEO |
691-3206364 |
9242647 |
Diesel. Gasoline and Jet A! |
||
Vital FSM Petroleum Company |
Yap |
Yap Terminal |
John Gilsowuth |
Officer in Charge |
3502274 |
9501381 |
|
Diesel. Gasoline and Jet A! |
|
Vital FSM Petroleum Company |
Kosrae |
FSMOC Kosrae Terminal |
Gidson Siba |
Officer in Charge |
6913702479 |
9708586 |
|
Diesel. Gasoline and Jet A! |
|
Vital FSM Petroleum Company |
Chuuk |
|
Gidson Siba |
Officer in Charge |
6913702479 |
9708586 |
|
Diesel. Gasoline and Jet A! |
4.8 Micronesia Transporter Contact List
Company |
Location(s) |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Website |
Description of Services Provided |
Vehicle Type |
Number of Vehicles |
Capacity per Vehicle |
Condition |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FEDERATED SHIPPING CO., LTD. (FSCO)
|
P.O. Box 914 Kolonia, Pohnpei, |
|
Mrs. Charleen Phillip Mr. Freddy Olter,
|
President/CEO
General Manager |
|
(691) 320-2794/5320/5794 (691) 320-5794
|
Container transport |
Container chassis and prime movers |
1-2 prime movers and container chassis in each state |
20’ and 40’ containers |
serviceable |
|
|
Nett, Pohnpei, FM 96941 |
Pohnpei International Airport Bldg |
Sylvia Bolotaulo
|
Officer in Charge
|
sylvia_bolotaulo@ctsi-logistics.com
|
(691) 921-5345 or (691)-320-7886 |
services from the ports and airports freight |
Vehicles are 2-4MT trucks |
2-4 vehicles in each state. |
2-4 MT |
serviceable |
|
CTSI Logistics |
Yap
|
Kingtex Building, Dololab, Dalipebinaw |
Micronesian Forwarders |
|
691-350-3682/3724 |
services from the ports and airports freight
|
Vehicles are 2-4MT trucks |
2-4 vehicles in each state. |
2-4 MT |
serviceable |
||
Department of Transport Communication and Infrastructure |
Pohnpei |
Palikir, Pohnpei
|
|
|
691.320.2865 / 2381 / 5829 |
Construction equipment |
Dump trucks, trailers |
Road construction equipment in each state |
|
|
4.10 Micronesia Supplier Contact List
Company |
Commodity Types |
Location(s) |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Description of Services Provided |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ACE Hardware |
General Hardware Home furnishing and Building Materials-office supplies |
Pohnpei |
Nett Cir Island Road Pohnpei |
Larry and Richard Adams |
Owner |
|
Retail/wholesale |
|
ACE Hardware |
General Hardware Home furnishing and Building Materials-office supplies |
Chuuk |
|
Larry and Richard Adams |
Owner |
|
+691 320 2724 |
Retail/wholesale |
ACE Hardware |
General Hardware Home furnishing and Building Materials-office supplies |
Yap |
|
Larry and Rihard Adams |
Owner |
|
+691 320 2725 |
Retail/wholesale |
ACE Hardware |
General Hardware Home furnishing and Building Materials-office supplies |
Kosrae |
P.O.Box ACE, Lelu, Kosrae 9694 |
Larry and Rihard Adams |
Owner |
370-2250 |
Retail/wholesale |
|
Do it best |
General Hardware Home furnishing and Building Materials |
Yap |
|
|
|
|
|
Retail/wholesale |
Sennys Enterprise |
Wholesale, Retail of General Merchandise |
Kosrae |
P.O. Box 653, Kosrae 96944 |
|
|
370-3288 |
Retail/wholesale |
|
Neime Company |
Wholesale & Retail of General Merchandise |
Kosrae |
P.O.Box 2046, Lelu, Kosrae 96944 |
|
|
370-336 |
Retail/wholesale |
|
Ray and Dors |
Wholesale & Retail of General Merchandise |
Pohnpei |
Kolonia, Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia |
|
|
|
|
Retail/wholesale |
A One Mart |
Supermarket Food Supplier |
Pohnpei |
Kaselehlie St, Kolonia, Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia |
|
|
|
Retail/wholesale |
|
Yoshis Supermarket |
Supermarket Food Supplier |
Pohnpei |
Nett Cir Island Road Pohnpei |
|
|
|
Retail/wholesale |
4.11 Micronesia Additional Services Contact List
Type of Service |
Company |
Location(s) |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Website |
Description of Services Provided |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Printing publishing |
Kosrae Printing Services |
P.O.Box 11, Tofol, Kosrae 96944
|
|
|
|
|
+691-370-3013 |
|
Printing, Copying, Photo Service, Laminating, Book Binding (spiral & velo / perfect binding) |
Printing |
Green Banana Paper
|
PO Box 1013 Kosrae, FM 96944
|
|
|
|
|
|
Card printing |
|
Printing |
P.O Box 6, Kolonia, Kolonia, Pohnpei
|
|
|
|
|
|
+691 320 2966 |
|
print tarpaulin, photos, business cards, stickers, t-shirts, life-sized standee, photo canvas
|
Printing |
The Kaselehlie Press
|
|
|
|
|
|
+691 320 6547
|
|
|
Telecommunications |
Kacific |
|
|
|
|
|
|
https://kacific.com/kad?country=federated-states-of-micronesia
|
Satellite broadband internet in remote and underserved regions |
Telecommunications |
Iboom |
Yap |
|
|
|
https://www.iboom.io/contact-us
|
|
|
|
Rental Car |
Budget Car Rental |
Kolonia Pohnpei |
|
|
|
691-320-9809 |
|
Rental Car |
|
Rental Car |
Andy's Car Rental |
Pohnpei |
Kolonia Pohnpei |
|
|
691-320-246 |
|
Rental Car |
|
Rental Car |
7D Rental Co. |
Yap |
Yap |
|
|
691-350-2566/2577 |
|
Rental Car |
|
Rental Car |
E.M.I. Rent-A-Car |
Yap |
Yap |
|
|
691-350-2136 |
|
Rental Car |
|
Rental Car |
Truk Lagoon Dive Centre |
Chuuk |
P.O.Box 546, Weno, Chuuk FSM 96942 |
|
|
691-330-7990 |
|
Rental Car |
|
Rental Car |
Blue Lagoon Dive Shop |
Chuuk |
P.O.Box 340, Weno, Chuuk FSM 96942 |
|
|
691-330-2796 |
|
Rental Car |
|
Rental Car |
Hairom Car Rental |
Kosrae |
Tofol Kosrae |
|
|
691-370-3427 |
|
Rental Car |
|
Rental Car |
MGT car rental |
Kosrae |
Tofol Kosrae |
|
|
691-370-7856 |
|
Rental Car |
|
Shipping agents |
CTSI YAP |
Yap |
Micronesian Forwarders Room 112 - Small Business Development Center P.O BOX 1453, Colonia, YAP, FSM 96943, YAP |
|
|
691-350-3682 |
|
Shipping agents |
|
Shipping agents |
SEAIR TRANSPORTATION AGENCY MAILING (POHNPEI) |
Pohnpei |
P.O.B. 96, Kolonia, Pohnpei 96941 Physical Dekehtik, Nett (Pohnpei Terminal Site), POHNPEI |
|
|
691-320-2415 |
|
Shipping agents |
|
Shipping agents |
SEALAND SHIPPING AGENCY |
Kosrae |
SEALAND SHIPPING AGENCY, KOSRAE |
|
|
691--3706176 |
|
Shipping agents |
|
Shipping agents |
PACIFIC COAST AGENCY |
Chuuk |
Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia Weno, Chuuk 96942, CHUUK |
Rick Day |
|
691--3302936 |
|
Shipping agents |
|
Shipping agents |
Sea Venture |
Chuuk |
PO Box 331 weno |
Alex Pangelinan |
|
691 330 2443/4206 |
|
Shipping agents |
|
Shipping agents |
Kosrae Shipping Agency |
Kosrae |
PO Box 51 Lelu |
Rensley Sigrah (Manager) |
|
691 370 3065 |
|
Shipping agents |
|
Shipping agents |
Amcres Shipping Agency – Pohnpei |
Pohnpei |
PO Box 12 Kolonia Pohnpei |
Ricky Olter |
|
691 320 3420 |
|
Shipping agents |
|
Shipping agents |
Saichu Corporation |
|
PO Box 1322 Kolonia Yap |
Jesse Gajddusek |
|
691 350 5983/5562 |
|
Shipping agents |
4.12 Micronesia Waste Management Companies Contact List
Company |
Street / Physical Address |
Name |
Title |
|
Phone Number (office) |
Website |
Description of Waste Management Services |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Chuuk Department of Transportation, & Communication (Division of Public Works) |
|
Tos Nakayama |
Director of Public Work and Transportation, |
|
|
|
Waste Collection and Disposal
|
Pohnpei Waste Management Services
|
Nett, Dekehtik |
Ernie Yamaguchi |
Manager |
|
320-5058 OR 320-7493 |
|
Waste disposal facility management |
Department of Transportation & Infrastructure Kosrae Municipal Government
|
Tofol Kosrae |
Kosrae State Legislature
|
|
|
(691)370-3019 |
|
Waste Collection and Disposal
|
Department of Public Works & Transportation and Yap State Public Service Corporation |
Colonia, Yap |
Theo Thinnifel |
Director of the Department
|
|
(691)350-2175 |
https://www.yapstategov.org/department-of-public-works--transportation.html
|
Waste Collection and Disposal
|
Waste Management & Pollution Control Unit Division of ES&D Department of Environment, Climate Change, & Emergency Management National Government |
|
Patricia Pedrus (Patti) |
Deputy Assistant Secretary
|
|
|
|
Oversight for national waste management strategy |
5 Micronesia Annexes
The following section contains annexes with additional information for the Micronesia LCA.
- National Disaster Coordination Team 2022
5.1 Micronesia Acronyms and Abbreviations
Acronym |
Full Name |
---|---|
APA |
Asia Pacific Air |
ARFF |
Aircraft, Fire Fighting & Rescue |
AWB |
Airway Bill |
BL |
Bill of Lading |
C&F |
Cost & Freight |
CAA |
Civil Aviation Authority |
CARE |
Cooperative for Assistance and Relief Everywhere |
CDS |
Container Deposit Schemes |
CFS |
Container Freight Stations |
CIA |
Caroline Islands Air |
COFA |
Compact of Free Association |
CPA |
Certified Public Accountant |
DCO |
Disaster Coordination Officers. |
DCTA |
Division of Customs and Taxation Administration |
DFTA |
Department of Finance and Tax Administration. |
EPA |
Environmental Protection Agency |
FAA |
Federal Aviation Administration |
FAO |
Food and Agriculture Organization |
FEMA |
Federal Emergency Management Agency (USA) |
FSCO |
Federated Shipping Company Ltd |
FSM |
Federated States of Micronesia |
FSM PC |
Federated States of Micronesia Petroleum Company |
FSMTC |
Federated States of Micronesia Telecommunications |
GPRS |
General Pocket Radio Service |
GRT |
Gross Register Tonnage |
IATA |
International Air Transport Association |
ICAO |
International Civil Aviation Organization |
IDPs |
Internally Displaced Persons |
ILS |
Instrument Landing System |
IMF |
International Monetary Fund |
INGO |
International NGO |
IOM |
International Organization for Migration |
ISPs |
Internet Service Providers |
Knts |
Knots (one nautical mile per hour) |
KTSC |
Kosrae Terminal Services and Stevedoring Company |
KVA |
Kilo Volt Ampere |
LCA |
Logistics Capacity Assessment |
MOU |
Memorandum of Understanding |
MSU |
Mobile Storage Unit |
MT |
Metric Tons |
MW |
Megawatt |
N/A |
Not Available |
NDB |
Non-directional beacon |
NFI |
Non-food Items |
NGO |
Non-governmental Organization |
NORMA |
National Oceanic Resources Management Authority |
OCHA |
Office of the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs |
PMA |
Pacific Missionary Aviation |
PPA |
Pohnpei Port Authority |
RC |
Resident Coordinator |
RMI |
Republic of the Marshall Islands |
RoRo |
Roll on Roll off |
T |
Tons |
T&D |
Transmission and Distribution |
TEUs |
Twenty Foot Equivalent Units |
THC |
Terminal Handling Charge |
TRA |
Telecommunications Regulations Authority |
UNAIDS |
Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS |
UNCT |
United Nations Country Team |
UNDP |
United Nations Development Programme |
UNEP |
United Nations Environmental Programme |
UNESCO |
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization |
UNFPA |
United Nations Population Fund |
UNHAS |
United Nations Humanitarian Air Service |
UNHCR |
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees |
UNICEF |
United Nations Children's Fund |
(V)HF |
(Very) High Frequency |
VOR |
VHF omnidirectional radio range |
V-SAT |
Very Smart Aperture Terminal |
WASH |
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene |
WCO |
World Customs Organization |
WFP |
World Food Programme |
WHO |
World Health Organization |
WVI |
World Vision International |