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Port Overview
Prickly Bay, located in Grenada (GP), is a strategically positioned maritime facility situated on the southeastern coast of the island. Positioned at 11.9979°N, -61.7599°E, this port serves as a critical maritime gateway for the Caribbean region, offering significant logistical advantages for regional and international maritime trade. Nestled in a sheltered bay with exceptional natural protection, Prickly Bay represents an important node in the Caribbean maritime infrastructure, providing crucial services to commercial shipping, yacht traffic, and regional maritime operations.
Geographic Location & Access
The port is strategically located on Grenada’s southern coastline, offering exceptional natural harbor characteristics. With precise coordinates of 11.9979°N, -61.7599°E, Prickly Bay provides a well-protected maritime approach with minimal navigational challenges. The bay’s geographical configuration offers natural shelter from prevailing Caribbean winds and sea conditions, making it an ideal maritime facility. The surrounding topography provides excellent approach channels with minimal navigational restrictions.
Climate characteristics include typical Caribbean maritime conditions:
– Average annual temperature: 26-30°C
– Prevailing winds: Northeast trade winds
– Annual rainfall: 1,500-2,000 mm
– Hurricane season: June to November
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Prickly Bay’s port infrastructure is designed to accommodate diverse maritime operations:
Terminal Specifications:
– Total berth length: Approximately 750 meters
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Container handling capacity: 75,000 TEU annually
– Dedicated cargo zones for general, bulk, and containerized freight
– Modern container handling equipment
– Refrigerated container storage facilities
– Specialized ro-ro and breakbulk cargo areas
Cargo Handling Capabilities:
– Container terminal with modern gantry cranes
– Bulk cargo handling facilities
– Specialized liquid bulk terminal
– Warehousing capacity: 45,000 square meters
– Advanced cargo tracking and management systems
Technical Specifications
Critical technical parameters include:
– Maximum vessel draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: 52 meters
– Tidal range: 0.8-1.2 meters
– Navigation channel width: 250 meters
– Pilotage mandatory for vessels over 5,000 GT
– 24/7 vessel traffic management system
– Advanced navigational aids and radar tracking
Operational Services
Comprehensive maritime services include:
– Professional stevedoring operations
– Bunker fuel supply (IFO 380, MGO)
– Fresh water bunkering
– Ship repair and maintenance facilities
– Environmental waste management
– Customs and immigration support
– Security screening and vessel clearance
– Advanced cargo tracking systems
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Port economic characteristics:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Free trade zone capabilities
– Multimodal transportation connections
– Direct highway and limited rail connectivity
– Regional trade hub for Caribbean markets
– Significant role in regional maritime logistics
Strategic Importance
Prickly Bay represents a critical maritime infrastructure asset for Grenada
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