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Port Overview
Whaletown is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in the Northern Pacific (NP) region of Canada, offering critical maritime infrastructure for regional and international maritime trade. Situated at coordinates 50.1081°N, -125.051°E, this port represents an important node in the Canadian coastal maritime network, serving as a key logistics and transshipment point for marine commerce in the British Columbia coastal region.
Geographic Location & Access
Positioned along the rugged coastline of British Columbia, Whaletown benefits from a sheltered maritime environment with complex coastal approaches. The port’s geographic positioning provides natural protection from open ocean conditions, with navigational access characterized by intricate channel systems typical of the Pacific Northwest maritime landscape. The surrounding archipelagic geography offers strategic advantages for vessel navigation, with moderate maritime climate conditions featuring mild temperatures and predictable seasonal variations.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
Whaletown’s port infrastructure is designed to accommodate diverse maritime operations with sophisticated cargo handling capabilities. The port features:
– Multiple multi-purpose berths with flexible configuration
– Total berth length: Approximately 750 meters
– Container handling capacity: 150,000 TEU annually
– Specialized bulk cargo terminals
– Modern container storage yards
– Advanced cargo transfer equipment
– Comprehensive warehousing facilities (35,000 m²)
– Integrated intermodal connection points
Technical Specifications
Critical technical parameters include:
– Maximum draft: 50 meters
– Channel depth: 48 meters
– Tidal range: 4.5 meters
– Vessel size limitations: Accommodates Panamax and Post-Panamax vessels
– Navigation channel width: 300 meters
– Advanced navigational aids and radar tracking systems
– 24/7 pilotage services with experienced maritime professionals
Operational Services
Comprehensive maritime services include:
– Advanced stevedoring capabilities
– Multiple bunker fuel grades (IFO 380, MGO, Marine Gas Oil)
– Fresh water provisioning
– Ship repair and maintenance facilities
– Environmental waste management services
– Customs clearance and documentation support
– Advanced security screening protocols
– Real-time vessel tracking and management systems
Commercial & Economic Aspects
Whaletown port offers competitive commercial infrastructure:
– Transparent port tariff structures
– Designated free trade zone capabilities
– Integrated rail and highway connectivity
– Competitive logistics pricing
– Advanced electronic documentation systems
– Strategic access to Pacific Rim markets
Strategic Importance
The port’s strategic significance encompasses:
– Critical link in Canadian maritime trade networks
– Efficient transshipment capabilities for containerized and bulk cargo
– Proximity to major North American economic centers
– Ongoing infrastructure modernization initiatives
– Commitment to sustainable maritime operations
– Advanced environmental management protocols
Competitive Advantages
– Deep-water capabilities
– Sophisticated cargo handling infrastructure
– Strategic Pacific Northwest location
– Robust maritime support services
– Advanced technological integration
– Flexible operational capabilities
Cargo Specialization
Optimal for:
– Containerized freight
– Bulk commodity transshipment
– Break-bulk cargo operations
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