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Port Overview
Taureana Port is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in the Messina Strait region of southern Italy, offering critical access to Mediterranean shipping routes. Situated at 38.3899°N, 15.8615°E, this port represents a crucial maritime infrastructure connecting European and North African maritime trade networks. Its location in the Calabria region provides exceptional strategic advantages for maritime logistics, serving as a key transshipment point for Mediterranean maritime commerce.
Geographic Location & Access
Positioned at the convergence of critical maritime corridors, Taureana Port benefits from exceptional geographic positioning. The port’s location in the narrow Messina Strait provides natural protection and efficient navigation channels. Characterized by moderate Mediterranean climate conditions, the port experiences relatively stable maritime operations throughout the year. The surrounding coastal geography offers natural breakwaters and sheltered approach channels, facilitating safe vessel navigation and berthing.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Taureana Port features comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to accommodate diverse cargo handling requirements:
Terminal Specifications:
– Total terminal area: Approximately 85 hectares
– Multiple specialized cargo terminals
– Dedicated container handling zones
– Bulk cargo and liquid cargo terminals
– Advanced intermodal transfer capabilities
Berth Configurations:
– Total berth length: 2,100 linear meters
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Simultaneous vessel accommodation: Up to 8 large vessels
– Specialized ro-ro and container berths
– Dedicated hydrocarbon and chemical product terminals
Cargo Handling Capabilities:
– Annual throughput capacity: 3.2 million TEUs
– Advanced container handling equipment
– Gantry cranes with 65-ton lifting capacity
– Automated cargo tracking systems
– Specialized bulk material handling infrastructure
Technical Specifications
Navigation Parameters:
– Maximum vessel draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: 48 meters
– Tidal range: ±0.8 meters
– Comprehensive navigational support systems
– 24/7 vessel traffic management
Pilotage and Support Services:
– Mandatory pilotage for vessels exceeding 10,000 GT
– Eight dedicated maritime pilot stations
– Advanced vessel tracking and communication systems
– Continuous meteorological monitoring
Operational Services
Service Offerings:
– Comprehensive stevedoring services
– Bunker fuel supply (IFO 380, MGO, LNG)
– Fresh water and provisions provisioning
– Customs clearance and documentation support
– Advanced security screening facilities
– Environmental waste management services
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Economic Characteristics:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Integrated logistics and transport connections
– Direct rail and highway infrastructure linkages
– Free trade zone capabilities
– Advanced customs processing facilities
Strategic Importance
Regional Maritime Significance:
– Critical Mediterranean transshipment hub
– Strategic position connecting European and North African markets
– Advanced infrastructure supporting multimodal logistics
– Ongoing infrastructure modernization initiatives
– Commitment to sustainable maritime operations
Cargo Specialization
Preferred Cargo Types:
– Container shipments
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