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Port Overview
Tombak Port, located in the Islamic Republic of Iran (IR), is a strategically positioned maritime facility in the Persian Gulf region. Situated at 27.7302°N, 52.1704°E, the port plays a critical role in Iran’s maritime infrastructure, serving as a key logistics and trade hub for the southern Iranian coastline. Its location offers significant advantages for regional and international maritime commerce, particularly in supporting Iran’s petrochemical and energy export capabilities.
Geographic Location & Access
Positioned along the Persian Gulf’s northern coastline, Tombak Port benefits from a strategically advantageous maritime position. The port’s coordinates provide excellent access to major shipping routes, with relatively straightforward approach channels and minimal navigational challenges. The surrounding maritime environment features typical Persian Gulf characteristics, including warm temperatures, occasional wind-driven sea conditions, and predictable tidal patterns. The port’s geographic positioning allows for efficient maritime connections to regional and international trade networks.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Tombak Port features comprehensive maritime infrastructure designed to support diverse cargo handling requirements. The port’s terminal configurations are optimized for multiple cargo types, with specialized capabilities for bulk, liquid, and containerized cargo operations. Key infrastructure elements include:
– Multiple dedicated berths with extensive wharf lengths
– Advanced container handling facilities
– Specialized liquid cargo terminals
– Extensive storage and warehousing complexes
– Modern cargo transfer and logistics equipment
– Integrated intermodal transportation connections
Technical Specifications
The port’s technical capabilities are particularly noteworthy, with a maximum draft of 50 meters – a significant advantage for accommodating large maritime vessels. Specific technical characteristics include:
– Channel depths supporting ultra-large vessel drafts
– Advanced navigation and positioning systems
– Comprehensive pilotage services
– Regular channel maintenance and dredging programs
– Sophisticated marine traffic management infrastructure
– Robust tidal management capabilities
Operational Services
Tombak Port offers a comprehensive suite of maritime operational services, including:
– Advanced stevedoring and cargo handling capabilities
– Multiple bunker fuel supply options
– Fresh water and provisions provisioning
– Limited ship repair and maintenance facilities
– Environmental waste management services
– Streamlined customs and security procedures
– 24/7 port authority coordination
Commercial & Economic Aspects
The port represents a critical economic asset for Iran’s maritime trade infrastructure. Commercial features include:
– Competitive port tariff structures
– Integrated free trade zone capabilities
– Multimodal transportation connections
– Robust rail and road logistics networks
– Significant regional trade integration
– Strategic support for petrochemical export markets
Strategic Importance
Tombak Port holds substantial strategic significance within Iran’s maritime ecosystem. Its capabilities position it as a key infrastructure asset for:
– Supporting regional energy export strategies
– Enhancing Iran’s maritime trade capabilities
– Providing critical logistics infrastructure
– Supporting diversified cargo handling requirements
– Facilitating international maritime commerce
The port’s advanced infrastructure, strategic location, and comprehensive service offerings make it an essential maritime facility in the Persian Gulf region. Its 50-meter draft, extensive cargo handling capabilities, and integrated logistics connections provide significant competitive advantages for maritime operators and international trade partners.
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