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Port Overview
Andernach (DEAND) is a strategically positioned inland port located on the Rhine River in the Rhineland-Palatinate region of Germany. Situated at coordinates 50.4416°N, 7.41301°E, this port plays a crucial role in the region’s maritime logistics network, serving as an important transshipment point for industrial and commercial cargo along one of Europe’s most significant inland waterways.
Geographic Location & Access
Positioned on the western bank of the Rhine River, Andernach offers exceptional geographic advantages for maritime and inland waterway transportation. The port benefits from direct access to the Rhine, a critical European transportation artery that connects major industrial centers from Switzerland to the North Sea. The location provides excellent connectivity to Germany’s robust industrial heartland, with relatively calm navigational conditions and strategic positioning that minimizes transit times for regional and international cargo movements.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Andernach’s port infrastructure is designed to support diverse cargo handling requirements:
– Total berth length: Approximately 500 meters
– Primary cargo handling capabilities:
– Bulk cargo terminals
– General cargo facilities
– Multipurpose transshipment areas
– Storage capacities:
– Open storage: 10,000 m²
– Covered warehousing: 3,500 m²
– Specialized handling equipment:
– Mobile harbor cranes
– Conveyor systems
– Pneumatic and mechanical unloading mechanisms
Technical Specifications
Key technical parameters defining port operational capabilities:
– Maximum navigational draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: Maintained at 3.5-4.0 meters
– Tidal range: Minimal (river-based location)
– Vessel size limitations:
– Maximum vessel length: 135 meters
– Maximum beam: 22.8 meters
– Navigation aids:
– Modern GPS-integrated navigation systems
– Real-time river condition monitoring
– Comprehensive pilotage services
Operational Services
Comprehensive service offerings include:
– 24/7 stevedoring operations
– Bunker fuel supply (marine diesel, heavy fuel oil)
– Fresh water provisioning
– Basic ship repair and maintenance support
– Customs clearance facilities
– Waste management and environmental services
– Secure cargo handling and storage
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Commercial infrastructure supporting efficient maritime logistics:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Direct rail and road connectivity
– Intermodal transportation links
– Free trade zone capabilities
– Advanced digital documentation systems
– Efficient customs processing
Strategic Importance
Andernach represents a critical node in Germany’s inland waterway transportation network:
– Key transshipment point for industrial regions
– Supports manufacturing supply chains
– Provides cost-effective cargo transportation
– Environmentally efficient maritime logistics solution
– Integral component of Rhine River commercial corridor
Cargo Specializations
Primary cargo handling capabilities:
– Construction materials
– Industrial bulk commodities
– Agricultural products
– Manufactured goods
– Containerized freight
Competitive Advantages
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