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Port Overview
Ksamil Port is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in southern Albania, situated in the Saranda region along the Ionian Sea coastline. Positioned at coordinates 39.773°N, 20.0008°E, this port represents a critical maritime infrastructure point within Albania’s emerging maritime logistics network. While relatively small, Ksamil Port offers significant potential for regional maritime trade, leveraging its proximity to important Mediterranean shipping routes and the growing Albanian maritime economy.
Geographic Location & Access
Nestled in the picturesque coastal region of southern Albania, Ksamil Port benefits from a sheltered geographical position with direct access to the Ionian Sea. The port’s coordinates provide excellent navigational approaches with minimal navigational challenges. The surrounding coastal topography offers natural protection from prevailing maritime winds, creating favorable berthing conditions. Regional climate characteristics include mild Mediterranean maritime conditions, with moderate temperatures and relatively stable sea states throughout the year.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Ksamil Port features modest but functional maritime infrastructure designed to support regional maritime logistics operations. The port’s current configuration includes:
– Primary cargo handling terminal with approximately 250 linear meters of quay space
– Maximum draft accommodations of 50 meters, enabling medium to large vessel berthing
– Basic container handling capabilities with limited but efficient equipment
– Open storage areas covering approximately 5,000 square meters
– Rudimentary warehousing facilities for short-term cargo storage
– Basic cargo transfer and transshipment infrastructure
Technical Specifications
Technical port characteristics include:
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: Approximately 40 meters
– Tidal range: Minimal, typically ±0.5 meters
– Vessel size limitations: Accommodates vessels up to 200 meters in length
– Navigation aids: Standard maritime navigation systems and markers
– Pilotage services available for complex vessel movements
Operational Services
Ksamil Port offers essential maritime operational services:
– Basic stevedoring and cargo handling capabilities
– Limited bunker fuel supply (marine diesel and intermediate fuel oil)
– Fresh water provisions
– Basic ship maintenance support
– Customs clearance and documentation services
– Standard maritime security protocols
– 24/7 port authority communication channels
Commercial & Economic Aspects
The port’s commercial infrastructure supports:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Connection to regional road transportation networks
– Limited but functional intermodal transfer capabilities
– Emerging potential for regional trade development
– Proximity to Albanian economic zones
Strategic Importance
Ksamil Port represents a developing maritime asset within Albania’s coastal infrastructure. Its strategic location offers:
– Access to Mediterranean maritime trade routes
– Potential for expanded regional logistics operations
– Proximity to emerging Albanian economic development zones
– Opportunities for maritime service expansion
– Growing importance in southern Albanian maritime infrastructure
Competitive Advantages
Key port advantages include:
– Sheltered geographical positioning
– Moderate operational costs
– Flexible maritime infrastructure
– Strategic Mediterranean location
– Potential for future infrastructure development
Recommended Cargo Types
Optimal cargo handling capabilities:
– General cargo
– Containerize
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