DELFT

• NLDFT
• Latitude: 51.9995
• Longitude: 4.35571
• UK Coast & Atlantic
• Port in Netherlands

Location: Delft Zuid-Holland 2611 Netherlands

Phone number: +31 14015

Web-site: https://www.portofrotterdam.com/en/doing-business/port-network/port-authorities/port-delft

Delft, a charming city in the Netherlands, is renowned for its historical landmarks, educational institutions, and vibrant cultural scene. While Delft is celebrated for its canals, historic buildings, and the prestigious Delft University of Technology, it is not commonly recognized for having a major marine port. The city's waterways are more suited to smaller recreational boats and canal cruises rather than commercial shipping.

However, for the purpose of understanding what a description and specification of a marine port in Delft might entail (even though such a facility doesn't exist in the traditional sense), we can describe a hypothetical scenario or nearby ports that handle significant maritime traffic.

Hypothetical Marine Port in Delft:

Port Description:

1. Location: Situated on a canal system linking to larger waterways in the Zuid-Holland province.
2. Purpose: Primarily for recreational boating, small cargo handling, and support for local industries.
3. Access: Connected via the Schie River, providing access to larger ports such as Rotterdam and the North Sea.

Specifications:

1. Berths and Capacity:

   • Total Berths: 50 berths for yachts and small boats
   • Max Vessel Size: Boats up to 30 meters in length

2. Facilities:

   • Docking Services: Fuel stations, freshwater supply, electricity hookups
   • Storage: Dry storage and wet slips
   • Maintenance: Basic repair services, haul-out capabilities
   • Security: 24-hour surveillance and secure gate access

3. Logistics:

   • Cargo Handling: Limited to small-scale goods and materials for local businesses
   • Warehousing: Small storage facilities for transient cargo
   • Customs: Typically not a customs port, but possibly a small customs office for domestic trade compliance

4. Services:

   • Maritime Support: Ship chandleries, sailing schools, and rental services
   • Amenities: Showers, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and maritime weather information

5. Environmental Considerations:

   • Waste Management: Waste oil collection, bilge pumping, and recycling facilities
   • Environmental Compliance: Measures to protect local waterways from pollution and invasive species

Connectivity:

1. Transport Links:
   • Rail and Road: Easy access to regional rail lines and highways for transporting goods and passengers inland
   • Nearby Major Ports: Close proximity to Rotterdam Port, one of the largest ports in Europe, for international shipping needs

Local Impact:

1. Economic Role:
   • Tourism: Boosts local tourism by attracting recreational boaters and visitors to Delft’s historical sites
   • Industry Support: Supports local manufacturing and small businesses by facilitating small-scale cargo traffic

For more extensive maritime and logistics activities, the nearby Port of Rotterdam (approximately 20-25 kilometers from Delft) is a major hub, handling significant volumes of international cargo, featuring advanced facilities, and serving as a critical node in global shipping networks.

Brief on the Port of Rotterdam (Nearby Major Port):

1. Location: Near the mouth of the Nieuwe Maas River
2. Capabilities: One of the world's largest seaports, supporting a wide range of vessels up to ultra-large container ships (ULCS).
3. Facilities: State-of-the-art container terminals, bulk cargo facilities, advanced logistics and warehousing, extensive rail and road connections, and comprehensive maritime support services.

Should you need detailed information about Rotterdam or other specific logistical facilities in the region, I can certainly provide that as well.