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Port Overview
Veli Losinj, located in the Kvarner region of Croatia, is a strategically positioned maritime facility on the northeastern Adriatic Sea. Situated on the island of Losinj, this port represents a critical maritime infrastructure point for the Croatian coastal maritime network. While primarily serving local maritime activities, the port plays a significant role in supporting regional maritime commerce, tourism, and local maritime industries.
Geographic Location & Access
Precise Coordinates: 44.5231°N, 14.5005°E
Located on the island of Losinj in the Kvarner archipelago, the port benefits from a sheltered maritime environment with complex coastal topography. The port’s positioning offers natural protection from open sea conditions, providing a secure maritime approach. The surrounding maritime landscape features rocky coastlines and numerous small islands, creating a complex but navigable maritime approach.
Climate characteristics include mild Mediterranean conditions with moderate winds and relatively stable maritime weather patterns. Summer months offer excellent navigation conditions, while winter periods may present occasional challenging maritime environments.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Veli Losinj’s port infrastructure is characterized by modest but functional maritime facilities:
– Limited commercial berth configurations
– Primarily supports smaller vessels and local maritime traffic
– Suitable for fishing vessels, small cargo ships, and recreational maritime activities
– Basic cargo handling capabilities with limited heavy equipment infrastructure
– Modest storage and warehousing capacities
– Predominantly serves local maritime economic needs
Technical Specifications
– Maximum Draft: 50 meters
– Channel Depth: Varies, generally accommodating smaller to medium-sized vessels
– Tidal Range: Minimal Adriatic tidal variations (typically <0.5 meters)
- Navigation Aids: Standard maritime navigation markers and local pilotage services
- Vessel Size Limitations: Primarily designed for vessels under 5,000 gross tonnage
Operational Services
Available port services include:
– Basic stevedoring capabilities
– Limited bunker fuel provisions
– Fresh water supply
– Basic vessel maintenance support
– Rudimentary waste management facilities
– Standard maritime safety and customs procedures
Commercial & Economic Aspects
The port’s commercial significance is primarily local and regional:
– Supports local fishing industries
– Facilitates maritime tourism
– Provides essential maritime connectivity for the island community
– Limited international commercial maritime activities
– Integrated with local transportation networks
– Modest economic impact on regional maritime commerce
Strategic Importance
Veli Losinj port represents a critical maritime infrastructure for the local island community, offering:
– Essential maritime connectivity
– Support for regional maritime economic activities
– Strategic location within the Kvarner archipelago
– Potential for further maritime infrastructure development
– Significant role in local maritime tourism ecosystem
Competitive Advantages
– Sheltered maritime location
– Natural geographic protection
– Proximity to diverse maritime environments
– Supportive local maritime infrastructure
– Potential for specialized maritime services
Conclusion
Veli Losinj port, while modest in scale, provides essential maritime services for the local Losinj island community. Its strategic Adriatic location, combined with functional maritime infrastructure
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