ADRIA

• ITARA
• Latitude: 45.0489
• Longitude: 12.0635
• Adriatic Sea
• Port in Italy

Location: Italy

Adria is an inland town and commune in the Veneto region of Northern Italy, situated along the ancient course of the Adige River. Although Adria itself is not a major marine port currently, it holds historical significance due to its past as an ancient Adriatic port that contributed its name to the Adriatic Sea. Over time, sediment deposition changed the course of the rivers and altered Adria's status as a significant port.

For modern marine and commercial purposes, nearby ports such as the Port of Venice and the Port of Chioggia serve the region. Here is an overview of the specifications typically associated with these nearby larger, functional ports as an example:

1. Port of Venice:

   • Location: Northeastern Italy, bordering the Adriatic Sea.
   • Coordinates: Latitude 45° 26' 15" N, Longitude 12° 19' 27" E.
   • Management: Managed by the North Adriatic Sea Port Authority.
   • Facilities: Includes container terminals, bulk cargo facilities, cruise ship terminals, and RO-RO (Roll-on/Roll-off) services.
   • Capacity: Accommodates large container ships, with an annual container throughput of several million TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units).
   • Access: Deepwater channels and infrastructure capable of handling a variety of ship sizes.
   • Services: Offers pilotage, tugboat services, ship repairs, bunkering, and comprehensive logistical services.

2. Port of Chioggia:

   • Location: Southern portion of the Venetian lagoon, close to the mouth of the Brenta River.
   • Coordinates: Latitude 45° 13' N, Longitude 12° 17' E.
   • Management: Also under the North Adriatic Sea Port Authority.
   • Facilities: Focuses on smaller vessels than Venice, with facilities for fishing, small cargo operations, and marinas.
   • Capacity: Handles a mix of bulk cargo, fishing vessels, and offers facilities for shipbuilding and repairs.
   • Access: Suitable for small to medium-sized vessels, accessible via the Venetian lagoon.
   • Services: Offers logistical support, pilotage, and refueling services.

Adria (Historical Context):

• Location: Historically situated along the now silted up, ancient course of the Adige River.
• Importance: Once a key trading hub in the Etruscan and Roman periods, connecting inland trade routes to the Adriatic Sea.
• Infrastructure: Historical data suggests it had robust infrastructure for its time, including wharves and storages for goods like spices, wines, and grains.

Due to the siltation and changing river courses, Adria no longer functions as a significant port. The nearby ports of Venice and Chioggia have assumed roles in handling contemporary maritime trade and logistics for the region.

It's worth noting that recent efforts in urban development, archaeological research, and tourism are helping to preserve and highlight Adria's rich historical seafaring heritage.