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Port Overview
Arenys de Mar (ESARN) is a strategically positioned maritime facility located on the northeastern coast of Catalonia, Spain, serving as a critical node in the Mediterranean maritime logistics network. Situated in the province of Barcelona, this port plays a significant role in regional maritime trade, offering specialized services to small and medium-sized vessels operating along the Costa del Maresme.
Geographic Location & Access
Precisely positioned at 41.5774°N, 2.55902°E, Arenys de Mar port is nestled within a picturesque coastal landscape. The port benefits from a sheltered natural harbor with moderate Mediterranean climate conditions characterized by mild winters and warm summers. Its proximity to Barcelona provides strategic advantages for regional maritime operations, with relatively calm approach channels and favorable navigational conditions.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
The port features a compact but efficiently designed maritime infrastructure tailored to local maritime needs. Key characteristics include:
– Multiple small to medium-sized berths
– Total berth length approximately 250-300 meters
– Specialized facilities for recreational and small commercial vessels
– Limited but functional cargo handling capabilities
– Protected marina environment
– Basic storage and warehousing facilities
Technical Specifications
Technical port characteristics include:
– Maximum navigational draft: 5.0 meters
– Channel depth: Approximately 4.5-5.0 meters
– Tidal range: Moderate Mediterranean tidal variations (0.3-0.5 meters)
– Vessel size restrictions: Primarily suitable for small to medium-sized vessels
– Navigation aids: Standard maritime navigation markers and local pilotage services
Operational Services
Operational service offerings encompass:
– Basic stevedoring and cargo handling
– Limited bunkering capabilities
– Fresh water provisions
– Basic vessel maintenance support
– Customs clearance for smaller commercial and recreational vessels
– Marina management services
– Emergency response capabilities
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Commercial profile highlights:
– Competitive port dues for smaller vessels
– Integration with local maritime economic ecosystem
– Supportive of regional maritime tourism and small-scale commercial shipping
– Connections to local road and transportation networks
– Serves as a supplementary maritime facility to larger Barcelona port complex
Strategic Importance
Strategic significance includes:
– Supporting local maritime economic activities
– Providing essential maritime infrastructure for Maresme coastal region
– Facilitating recreational and small-scale commercial maritime operations
– Contributing to regional maritime tourism infrastructure
– Offering specialized services for smaller vessel categories
Competitive Advantages
Key competitive advantages:
– Protected natural harbor environment
– Proximity to Barcelona metropolitan area
– Specialized services for recreational and small commercial vessels
– Efficient local maritime management
– Moderate operational costs
Cargo and Vessel Suitability
Recommended for:
– Small commercial vessels
– Recreational maritime traffic
– Local fishing industry support
– Coastal shipping operations
– Maritime tourism infrastructure
Port Authority Contact
Port of Arenys de Mar
Maritime Authority of Catalonia
Telephone: +34 937 920 224
Email: ports.generalitat@gencat.cat
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