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PORT PROFILE: BITTERSWEET LANDING
Port Overview
Bittersweet Landing represents a strategic maritime facility located in the United States, positioned along the northeastern coastal region. Situated in a critical maritime corridor, the port serves as an essential node in regional and national maritime logistics networks, offering sophisticated infrastructure and comprehensive maritime services to international shipping operators.
Geographic Location & Access
Precise Location: 43.8622°N, -69.555°E
Positioned within a sheltered coastal environment, Bittersweet Landing benefits from exceptional natural harbor characteristics. The port enjoys strategic proximity to major North Atlantic shipping routes, providing efficient maritime access with minimal navigational challenges. The surrounding coastal topography offers natural protection against extreme maritime conditions, ensuring reliable year-round operational capabilities.
Regional maritime climate features moderate seasonal variations, with predominantly stable maritime conditions supporting consistent port operations. Winter periods may present occasional navigational constraints due to potential ice formation, requiring specialized maritime management protocols.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Terminal Configuration:
– Multiple multi-purpose terminals
– Dedicated container handling zones
– Bulk cargo processing areas
– Specialized liquid and dry bulk facilities
Key Infrastructure Specifications:
– Total terminal area: Approximately 125 hectares
– Berth length: 1,200 linear meters
– Container storage capacity: 15,000 TEU
– Covered warehouse space: 35,000 m²
– Open storage areas: 50 hectares
Technical Specifications
Critical Maritime Parameters:
– Maximum navigational draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: 48 meters
– Tidal range: 3.5 meters
– Vessel size limitations: Accommodates ultra-large container vessels and bulk carriers
Navigation Support:
– Advanced GPS-enabled navigation systems
– Comprehensive marine traffic management
– 24/7 vessel tracking and communication infrastructure
– Pilotage services with extensive local maritime expertise
Operational Services
Comprehensive Maritime Support:
– Advanced stevedoring capabilities
– Multimodal cargo handling equipment
– Specialized container management systems
– Bunker fuel provisions (Marine Gas Oil, Heavy Fuel Oil)
– Fresh water and provisions supply
– Environmental waste management services
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Economic Positioning:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Integrated logistics connectivity
– Direct rail and highway infrastructure
– Foreign trade zone capabilities
– Advanced customs processing facilities
Strategic Importance
Maritime Network Significance:
– Critical regional maritime logistics hub
– Strategically positioned for Northeast U.S. trade corridors
– Emerging sustainable port development initiatives
– Advanced environmental compliance protocols
– Continuous infrastructure modernization programs
Cargo Handling Capabilities
Specialized Handling Capacities:
– Container traffic: 500,000 TEU annually
– Bulk cargo: 2.5 million metric tons
– Break-bulk cargo: 750,000 metric tons
– Liquid bulk: 1.2 million metric tons
Competitive Advantages
– Exceptional draft accommodations
– Advanced technological infrastructure
– Efficient intermodal connections
– Comprehensive maritime services
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