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Port Overview
Waida Port is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in the Ehime Prefecture of Japan, situated on the western coast of the Shikoku Island. Positioned at 34.4688°N, 133.82°E, the port plays a critical role in the regional maritime trade network, serving as an important logistics hub for the southwestern maritime region of Japan. Its location offers significant advantages for maritime commerce, particularly for regional shipping and industrial supply chains in the Seto Inland Sea area.
Geographic Location & Access
Nestled within the sheltered waters of the Seto Inland Sea, Waida Port benefits from a protected maritime environment with excellent navigational approaches. The port’s coordinates provide a strategic position that minimizes exposure to severe maritime conditions while offering efficient access to major shipping routes. The surrounding geography features a complex coastal landscape with multiple islands and narrow channels, which provides natural protection and navigational challenges that require specialized local maritime expertise.
The local climate is characterized by moderate temperatures and relatively stable maritime conditions, with minimal extreme weather disruptions. Typical annual wind patterns and tidal ranges are consistent with the Seto Inland Sea’s maritime characteristics, supporting reliable year-round port operations.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Waida Port features comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to accommodate diverse cargo handling requirements. The port’s terminal configurations include:
– Multiple specialized berths supporting various cargo types
– Container handling facilities with modern transshipment equipment
– Dedicated areas for bulk cargo operations
– Specialized terminals for industrial and agricultural product movements
– Comprehensive storage and warehousing complexes
The port’s infrastructure is engineered to support efficient cargo processing, with advanced material handling systems and strategic layout optimizations that minimize cargo transfer times and maximize operational efficiency.
Technical Specifications
Key technical parameters of Waida Port include:
– Maximum navigational draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: Maintained to accommodate large maritime vessels
– Tidal range: Approximately 2.5 meters during standard maritime cycles
– Pilotage services: Mandatory for vessels exceeding 5,000 gross tonnage
– Navigation aids: Comprehensive maritime signaling and positioning systems
– Vessel size limitations: Capable of handling Panamax and post-Panamax vessel classes
Operational Services
Comprehensive maritime services include:
– 24/7 stevedoring and cargo handling operations
– Multiple bunker fuel grades (IFO 380, MGO, marine diesel)
– Fresh water provisioning
– Basic and advanced ship repair facilities
– Environmental waste management services
– Customs clearance and documentation support
– Advanced security screening protocols
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Waida Port offers competitive commercial advantages:
– Transparent and competitive port tariff structures
– Efficient customs processing
– Integrated rail and road logistics connections
– Strategic positioning within Japan’s maritime trade network
– Proximity to significant industrial manufacturing zones
Strategic Importance
The port serves as a critical maritime gateway for:
– Regional industrial supply chains
– Agricultural product exports
– Manufactured goods transshipment
– Supporting local and national maritime economic objectives
Waida Port represents a sophisticated maritime facility combining advanced infrastructure, strategic
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