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Port Overview
Titusville Port (USTIT) is a strategically positioned maritime facility located on Florida’s Space Coast in Brevard County, serving as a critical infrastructure point for regional maritime and aerospace logistics. Situated along the Indian River near Cape Canaveral, the port plays a significant role in supporting local industrial and commercial maritime activities, with particular emphasis on serving the nearby Kennedy Space Center and surrounding industrial complexes.
Geographic Location & Access
Precisely located at coordinates 28.6194°N, -80.8086°E, Titusville Port offers exceptional maritime access within the Central Florida coastal region. The port benefits from a sheltered position along the Indian River, providing natural protection and stable maritime approaches. Its proximity to major shipping lanes and the Atlantic Ocean enables efficient maritime connectivity, with relatively straightforward navigation channels and minimal navigational challenges.
The local climate features subtropical characteristics, with warm temperatures and occasional tropical maritime weather patterns. Annual precipitation and potential hurricane season considerations are critical operational factors for maritime planning.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Titusville Port features versatile maritime infrastructure designed to accommodate diverse cargo handling requirements:
Terminal Specifications:
– Total berth length: Approximately 750 meters
– Primary cargo handling areas: Multi-purpose general cargo zones
– Storage capacity: 45,000 square meters of open and covered storage
– Container handling capabilities: Limited but adaptable
– Specialized facilities for project cargo and aerospace-related logistics
Technical Specifications
Critical technical parameters include:
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: Maintained at 10.5 meters
– Tidal range: Approximately 2.1 meters
– Vessel size limitations: Accommodates medium to large maritime vessels
– Navigation aids: Comprehensive modern navigation and positioning systems
– Pilotage: Mandatory for vessels exceeding 50 meters in length
Operational Services
Comprehensive maritime service offerings:
– 24/7 stevedoring and cargo handling
– Bunker fuel availability: Marine diesel and intermediate fuel oils
– Fresh water provisioning
– Basic ship repair and maintenance support
– Environmental waste management services
– Customs clearance and documentation assistance
– Advanced security screening protocols
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Port economic characteristics:
– Competitive tariff structures
– Direct connections to regional highway and rail networks
– Intermodal transportation capabilities
– Proximity to high-technology and aerospace industrial zones
– Potential for specialized cargo handling
Strategic Importance
Titusville Port’s strategic significance derives from:
– Supporting Kennedy Space Center logistics
– Serving Central Florida’s industrial ecosystem
– Providing flexible maritime infrastructure
– Offering specialized project cargo capabilities
– Potential for future aerospace and technology-related maritime services
Competitive Advantages
– Sheltered maritime location
– Proximity to major industrial zones
– Flexible infrastructure
– Advanced security systems
– Specialized handling capabilities for complex cargo
Cargo Suitability
Optimal for:
– Project cargo
– Aerospace components
– Industrial equipment
– Specialized maritime logistics
– Low-volume, high-value maritime shipments
Titusville Port represents a
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