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Port Overview
Tsushima Port (JPNIX) is a strategically positioned maritime facility located on Tsushima Island, a critical maritime gateway between Japan and South Korea in the Korea Strait. Situated in the Nagasaki Prefecture, this port plays a significant role in regional maritime trade, serving as an important transhipment and logistics hub for the East Asian maritime corridor. The port’s unique geographic position offers exceptional strategic advantages for maritime operations in the Sea of Japan and the East China Sea.
Geographic Location & Access
Precise Coordinates: 34.3875°N, 129.308°E
Located on the western side of Tsushima Island, the port benefits from a natural deep-water harbor with exceptional navigational characteristics. The approach channels are well-maintained, providing safe access for vessels with drafts up to 50 meters. The port’s position offers strategic proximity to major shipping routes connecting Japan, South Korea, and broader East Asian maritime networks. The island’s maritime environment features moderate climate conditions with occasional challenging weather patterns typical of the Korea Strait region.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Tsushima Port features comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to support diverse cargo handling requirements:
Terminal Specifications:
– Multiple multi-purpose terminals
– Total berth length: Approximately 1,200 linear meters
– Container handling capacity: 50,000 TEU annually
– Specialized ro-ro and bulk cargo facilities
– Modern container handling equipment
– Advanced cargo tracking and management systems
Cargo Handling Capabilities:
– Container terminals with modern gantry cranes
– Bulk cargo handling facilities
– Specialized storage for agricultural and industrial commodities
– Refrigerated container storage capabilities
– Secure warehousing with climate-controlled options
Technical Specifications
Key Technical Parameters:
– Maximum navigational draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: 14-16 meters
– Tidal range: 2.5-3.5 meters
– Pilotage mandatory for vessels over 5,000 GT
– Advanced navigation aids and radar systems
– 24/7 vessel traffic management services
Vessel Accommodation:
– Capable of handling Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
– Suitable for container ships, bulk carriers, and general cargo vessels
– Modern navigation support infrastructure
Operational Services
Comprehensive Port Services:
– Professional stevedoring operations
– Bunker fuel supply (IFO 380, MGO, marine diesel)
– Fresh water provisions
– Ship repair and maintenance facilities
– Environmental waste management services
– Customs clearance and documentation support
– Advanced security screening protocols
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Economic Characteristics:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Integrated logistics and transport connections
– Direct rail and road linkages to regional distribution networks
– Free trade zone capabilities
– Advanced digital customs clearance systems
Strategic Importance
Regional Maritime Significance:
– Critical transhipment point in East Asian maritime trade
– Strategic location for Japan-Korea maritime operations
– Emerging hub for regional maritime logistics
– Ongoing infrastructure development initiatives
– Strong commitment to environmental sustainability
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