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Port Overview
Aomori Anch is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in the Aomori Prefecture of northern Japan, serving as a critical maritime gateway for the Tohoku region. Situated at 40.9021°N, 140.765°E, the port plays a significant role in supporting regional maritime trade, particularly for agricultural, industrial, and transportation sectors in northern Honshu. Its location provides crucial connectivity for domestic and international maritime logistics, leveraging Japan’s extensive maritime infrastructure network.
Geographic Location & Access
Positioned on the northern tip of Honshu Island, Aomori Anch offers exceptional geographic advantages with direct access to the Tsugaru Strait. The port benefits from a naturally protected harbor configuration, providing safe navigation and berthing conditions. The maritime approach features well-maintained navigation channels with minimal navigational challenges. Regional climate characteristics include cold winters with potential sea ice conditions, requiring specialized maritime operational protocols.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
The port features comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to accommodate diverse cargo handling requirements:
Terminal Specifications:
– Multiple specialized cargo terminals
– Dedicated container handling facilities
– Bulk cargo and break-bulk terminals
– Total berth length: Approximately 2,500 linear meters
– Integrated intermodal transportation connections
Cargo Handling Capabilities:
– Container terminal capacity: 250,000 TEU annually
– Bulk cargo handling: 1.2 million metric tonnes per annum
– Specialized roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) facilities
– Advanced cargo transfer equipment
– Comprehensive warehousing and storage solutions
Technical Specifications
Critical technical parameters defining port operational capabilities:
Navigation Characteristics:
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: 14-16 meters
– Tidal range: 2.5-3.2 meters
– Navigational restrictions: Minimal
– Pilotage: Mandatory for vessels exceeding 5,000 gross tonnage
Vessel Accommodation:
– Maximum vessel length: 300 meters
– Turning basin diameter: Approximately 600 meters
– Navigation aids: Comprehensive lighthouse and buoy systems
– Radar and vessel tracking infrastructure
Operational Services
Comprehensive maritime service offerings:
Core Services:
– 24/7 stevedoring operations
– Bunker fuel supply (Marine Gas Oil, Heavy Fuel Oil)
– Fresh water provisions
– Waste management and environmental services
– Customs clearance facilities
– Security screening and documentation processing
Technical Support:
– Basic and advanced ship repair capabilities
– Emergency response infrastructure
– Vessel maintenance workshops
– Refrigerated container services
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Economic and commercial port characteristics:
Financial Parameters:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Integrated free trade zone capabilities
– Efficient customs processing
– Multimodal transportation connections
Connectivity:
– Direct rail links to major industrial centers
– Extensive highway network integration
– Proximity to regional manufacturing zones
Strategic Importance
Aomori Anch represents a critical maritime infrastructure asset for northern Japan, offering:
– Strategic
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