Communications

When approaching the waiting area, Master must contact Suez Canal Harbour Office by VHF, channel 16, for both Port Said and Suez, otherwise by R/T (2182 Khz) or by W/T via SUQ Station Ismailia, transmitting at 421 Khz for instructions.

Master also must contact Pilot Station channel 12, for Port Said or channel 14 for Suez.