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Introduction:
Whitemark Port is a strategic maritime facility located on Flinders Island in the Bass Strait, southeastern Australia. Positioned at coordinates -40.1211°N, 148.012°E, this port serves as a critical logistics hub for regional maritime trade, supporting commercial and industrial maritime operations in Tasmania’s northeastern maritime region.
Port Facilities:
The port features versatile marine infrastructure designed to accommodate diverse maritime operations. With multiple flexible berths capable of handling vessels up to 50 meters draft, Whitemark provides essential maritime services for regional cargo transportation. The port’s terminal facilities are equipped to manage general cargo, bulk commodities, and limited containerized freight. Primary cargo handling capabilities include roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) operations, bulk material transfers, and specialized marine logistics support for the island’s industrial and agricultural sectors.
Technical Specifications:
Whitemark Port offers robust operational capabilities with a maximum draft of 50 meters, enabling medium to large coastal vessels to access its facilities. The navigational channel maintains a consistent depth of approximately 12 meters, ensuring reliable vessel transit. Tidal variations range between 1.5-2.8 meters, requiring precise maritime navigation and scheduling. Professional pilotage services are mandatory for vessels exceeding 30 meters, with experienced local maritime pilots providing comprehensive navigation support.
Services & Operations:
The port provides comprehensive maritime support services, including:
– Marine fuel bunkering with diesel and low-sulfur marine gas oil
– Basic vessel repair and maintenance facilities
– Customs clearance and immigration processing
– Cargo inspection and quarantine services
– Limited ship supply and provisions
– 24/7 port security and vessel traffic management
Logistics connections include direct road transport to regional distribution networks, enabling efficient cargo movement to and from the Tasmanian mainland.
Commercial Information:
Port dues are competitively structured, with transparent fee schedules for vessel size, cargo type, and duration of port utilization. The port offers attractive rates for regional maritime operators, particularly those supporting Flinders Island’s agricultural and resource extraction industries. Annual throughput capacity is approximately 75,000 metric tonnes, making it a niche but strategically important maritime facility.
Conclusion:
Whitemark Port represents a specialized maritime infrastructure solution for regional maritime trade in southeastern Australia. Its strategic location, flexible facilities, and comprehensive services make it particularly suitable for coastal cargo vessels, resource transportation, and regional supply chain logistics. The port is optimally configured for general cargo, agricultural exports, and supporting Flinders Island’s maritime economic activities.
MarineTraffic ID: 19968
Recommended vessel types: Coastal freighters, supply vessels, RoRo cargo ships
Primary cargo categories: General cargo, agricultural products, industrial supplies
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