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Port Overview
Liepaja Anch is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in Latvia (LV), serving as a critical infrastructure point along the Baltic Sea’s southeastern coastline. Situated at coordinates 56.5288°N, 20.828°E, the port plays a significant role in Latvia’s maritime trade network, offering crucial connectivity for regional and international shipping operations. Its location provides exceptional access to Northern European maritime routes, making it a key logistics hub for Baltic Sea commercial activities.
Geographic Location & Access
Positioned on Latvia’s western maritime frontier, Liepaja Anch benefits from a natural deep-water harbor configuration. The port’s geographical positioning offers protected maritime approaches with minimal navigational challenges. Coastal characteristics include relatively stable maritime conditions, with moderate wave patterns and consistent depth profiles. The surrounding coastal geography provides natural breakwater advantages, enhancing vessel safety and operational reliability.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Liepaja Anch demonstrates comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to accommodate diverse cargo handling requirements:
Terminal Configurations:
– Multi-purpose cargo terminals
– Dedicated bulk cargo handling zones
– Container transshipment facilities
– Specialized liquid bulk and general cargo areas
Key Infrastructure Specifications:
– Total terminal area: Approximately 45 hectares
– Berth length: Multiple berths ranging 200-350 meters
– Cargo handling capacity: 2.5 million metric tonnes annually
– Container handling capabilities: Up to 150,000 TEU per annum
– Specialized storage zones for different cargo types
– Advanced material handling equipment
– Comprehensive warehousing facilities
Technical Specifications
Critical technical parameters defining port operational capabilities:
Navigation Characteristics:
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: 14-16 meters
– Tidal range: Minimal (0.2-0.5 meters)
– Approach channel width: 200-250 meters
– Navigation aids: Comprehensive modern navigation systems
– Pilotage: Mandatory for vessels exceeding 100 meters
Vessel Accommodation:
– Maximum vessel length: 350 meters
– Gross tonnage capacity: Up to 150,000 DWT
– Simultaneous berthing: 6-8 vessels
– Round-the-clock operational capabilities
Operational Services
Comprehensive maritime service portfolio:
Cargo Handling:
– Stevedoring services
– Containerized cargo management
– Bulk and break-bulk cargo handling
– Specialized chemical and petroleum product transfers
Support Services:
– Bunker fuel supply (Marine Gas Oil, Heavy Fuel Oil)
– Fresh water provisions
– Waste management and environmental services
– Customs clearance facilities
– 24/7 port authority coordination
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Economic Positioning:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Free trade zone capabilities
– Integrated rail and road logistics connections
– Direct access to Trans-European Transport Networks (TEN-T)
– Significant regional economic multiplier effect
Strategic Importance
Liepaja Anch represents a critical maritime infrastructure asset for Latvia, offering:
– Strategic Baltic Sea
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