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Port Overview
Baie De Prony Anch is a strategically positioned maritime anchorage located in the southeastern region of New Caledonia, offering critical maritime infrastructure in the South Pacific maritime corridor. Situated at coordinates -22.3581°N, 166.875°E, this anchorage represents an important maritime asset for regional maritime operations, providing essential maritime services in a geographically significant location.
Geographic Location & Access
Positioned within the expansive Baie de Prony, this anchorage benefits from a naturally protected maritime environment characterized by deep waters and sheltered approaches. The location offers exceptional navigational advantages, with a maximum draft of 50 meters accommodating large maritime vessels. The anchorage is strategically situated within New Caledonia’s southeastern maritime zone, providing excellent access to major Pacific shipping routes.
The geographic positioning presents unique navigational characteristics:
– Sheltered bay configuration
– Deep water approaches
– Minimal navigational restrictions
– Excellent natural protection from oceanic conditions
– Proximity to critical maritime transit corridors
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
While primarily an anchorage, Baie De Prony offers critical maritime support infrastructure:
– Extensive deep-water anchoring capabilities
– Suitable for large vessel temporary mooring
– Natural protection from oceanic conditions
– Potential for bulk cargo transhipment
– Minimal fixed terminal infrastructure
Technical Specifications
Key technical parameters include:
– Maximum Draft: 50 meters
– Anchorage Depth: Consistently deep waters
– Tidal Range: Moderate Pacific oceanic variations
– Vessel Size Limitations: Accommodates large maritime vessels
– Navigation Aids: Standard maritime navigation markers
– Pilotage: Recommended for complex vessel movements
Operational Services
Operational capabilities include:
– Vessel anchoring and temporary mooring
– Basic maritime support services
– Emergency vessel support potential
– Limited cargo handling capabilities
– Environmental monitoring services
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Commercial characteristics:
– Strategic Pacific maritime location
– Potential for maritime logistics support
– Supplementary maritime infrastructure
– Supportive of regional maritime trade networks
– Competitive positioning for vessel transit and temporary mooring
Strategic Importance
Strategic maritime significance:
– Critical South Pacific maritime anchorage
– Supporting regional maritime mobility
– Potential emergency maritime support location
– Complementary to New Caledonia’s maritime infrastructure
– Strategically positioned for maritime contingency operations
Conclusion
Baie De Prony Anch represents a valuable maritime asset within New Caledonia’s maritime ecosystem. Its deep-water capabilities, natural protection, and strategic positioning make it an essential anchorage for maritime operations in the South Pacific region. While primarily serving as a maritime anchorage, it offers critical support infrastructure for vessel transit, temporary mooring, and potential emergency maritime services.
Recommended for:
– Large vessel temporary mooring
– Maritime logistics support
– Emergency maritime operations
– Regional maritime transit
– Bulk cargo transhipment considerations
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