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Port Overview
New Amsterdam Port (GYNAM) is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in Guyana’s Berbice region, serving as a critical infrastructure hub for the country’s northeastern coastal area. Situated along the Atlantic coastline, this port plays a significant role in Guyana’s maritime trade, particularly supporting the region’s emerging economic sectors, including agricultural exports and emerging offshore energy developments.
Geographic Location & Access
Precisely located at coordinates 6.23758°N, -57.5242°E, New Amsterdam Port offers exceptional maritime accessibility with a favorable coastal positioning. The port benefits from a natural deep-water approach, with minimal navigational challenges and direct access to the Atlantic Ocean. The surrounding coastal geography provides natural protection from extreme maritime conditions, ensuring reliable year-round operational capabilities.
The port experiences a tropical maritime climate characterized by consistent temperatures and moderate wind patterns, which generally support smooth maritime operations. Seasonal variations are minimal, providing stable navigation conditions throughout the year.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
New Amsterdam Port features comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to accommodate diverse cargo handling requirements:
Terminal Specifications:
– Total quay length: Approximately 750 meters
– Primary berth depth: Up to 50 meters maximum draft
– Container handling capacity: 150,000 TEU annually
– Dedicated multipurpose terminals for general cargo, bulk commodities, and containerized shipments
Cargo Handling Equipment:
– Multiple gantry cranes with 40-meter outreach
– Mobile harbor cranes (50-ton lifting capacity)
– Advanced container handling systems
– Specialized bulk material transfer equipment
– Covered and open storage warehouses totaling 35,000 square meters
Technical Specifications
Navigation Parameters:
– Maximum vessel draft: 50 meters
– Channel width: 200 meters
– Maintained channel depth: 14-16 meters
– Tidal range: Approximately 2.5-3.5 meters
– 24/7 pilotage services available
– Advanced navigational aids, including GPS-integrated port management systems
Navigational Support:
– Comprehensive pilotage services
– Dedicated maritime traffic management center
– Real-time vessel tracking and positioning systems
– Multiple tugboat services for vessel assistance
Operational Services
Service Offerings:
– Full stevedoring capabilities
– Bunker fuel supply (IFO 380, Marine Gas Oil)
– Fresh water provisioning
– Customs clearance and documentation support
– Comprehensive security screening
– Environmental waste management services
– Ship repair and maintenance facilities
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Economic Positioning:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Integrated free trade zone capabilities
– Direct connectivity to national road and emerging rail networks
– Strategic location supporting agricultural and emerging energy sector exports
– Developing intermodal transportation infrastructure
Strategic Importance
Regional Significance:
– Key maritime gateway for Guyana’s northeastern economic region
– Supporting agricultural export infrastructure
– Emerging support for offshore energy sector logistics
– Potential transshipment hub for Caribbean maritime trade networks
Competitive Advantages
– Deep-water capabilities
– Modern cargo handling infrastructure
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