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Port Overview
Tulagi Port, located in the Solomon Islands, represents a strategically positioned maritime facility in the Southeast Pacific region. Situated in the Central Province, this port serves as a critical maritime infrastructure point for regional trade and maritime logistics. Despite its relatively modest size, Tulagi offers significant potential for maritime operations in the Solomon Islands archipelago, leveraging its unique geographic positioning in the Solomon Sea.
Geographic Location & Access
Precise Coordinates: -9.10341°N, 160.15°E
Located on the island of Tulagi in the Central Province of the Solomon Islands, the port benefits from a sheltered natural harbor with excellent maritime approaches. The port is positioned within the Florida Islands group, providing strategic access to major shipping routes in the Solomon Sea. The surrounding maritime environment features complex archipelagic terrain, offering natural protection and navigational challenges that require specialized local knowledge.
Regional maritime conditions include tropical maritime climate with occasional cyclonic activities during the wet season (November-April). Navigation requires careful consideration of local weather patterns and potential seasonal restrictions. The port’s location provides relatively stable maritime access with moderate tidal variations typical of the Solomon Islands coastal regions.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Tulagi Port features limited but functional maritime infrastructure designed to support regional maritime trade. The port’s facilities include:
– Primary cargo handling area with basic wharf infrastructure
– Limited container storage capabilities
– Modest bulk cargo handling facilities
– Basic maritime support infrastructure
– Minimal specialized terminal configurations
The port’s infrastructure suggests it is primarily oriented towards supporting regional maritime logistics rather than serving as a major international transshipment hub. Cargo handling capabilities are constrained by existing infrastructure limitations.
Technical Specifications
Key Technical Parameters:
– Maximum Draft: 50 meters
– Channel Depth: Approximately 10-15 meters
– Tidal Range: 2-3 meters
– Vessel Size Limitations: Moderate capacity, suitable for regional maritime vessels
Navigational services include basic pilotage support and limited marine traffic management. Vessels require local maritime expertise for safe navigation, particularly when approaching the port through complex archipelagic waters.
Operational Services
Available Port Services:
– Basic stevedoring operations
– Limited bunker fuel supply
– Elementary ship repair capabilities
– Fundamental customs and clearance procedures
– Basic maritime security measures
The port’s operational capacity is primarily focused on supporting regional maritime trade and local economic activities within the Solomon Islands maritime ecosystem.
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Commercial Characteristics:
– Modest port dues structure
– Limited intermodal connectivity
– Primarily serving local and regional maritime trade networks
– Potential for specialized maritime logistics development
The port represents an emerging maritime infrastructure point with opportunities for strategic maritime investments and regional trade expansion.
Strategic Importance
Strategic Considerations:
– Critical regional maritime access point
– Potential logistics hub for Solomon Islands maritime trade
– Strategic location in the Solomon Sea maritime corridor
– Opportunities for infrastructure development and maritime service expansion
Tulagi Port demonstrates significant potential for maritime stakeholders seeking strategic positioning in the Solomon Islands maritime landscape. While current infrastructure is limited, the port offers unique geographic advantages and opportunities for future maritime logistics development.
Recommended for: Regional maritime traders, short-
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