HETSUKA

• Latitude: 31.09076
• Longitude: 130.8324
• Japan Coast
• Port in Japan

Location: Shibushi Kagoshima Prefecture 899-7101 Japan

HETSUKA (also spelled HEZUKA) Marine Port - Japan

General Description:

Hetsuka Marine Port is a relatively small but strategically important port in Japan known for its versatile dock capabilities and services. It is situated in a coastal region that supports both local and international maritime activities.

Key Specifications:

1. Location:

   • Country: Japan
   • Coordinates: Approximately 33.4° N latitude and around 131.7° E longitude.
   • Proximity: Near several major maritime routes, which makes it accessible for various shipping activities.

2. Port Type:

   • General cargo
   • Fishing
   • Handling of bulk commodities

3. Cargo Handling Facilities:

   • Multiple berths with different cargo handling capabilities
   • Container handling facilities
   • Bulk cargo terminals capable of managing both dry and liquid bulk materials
   • Specialized equipment for handling fishing vessels and related cargo

4. Infrastructure:

   • Well-maintained quayside infrastructure supporting both minor and major shipping operations
   • Modern warehousing facilities
   • Cold storage for perishable goods, especially seafood
   • Efficient logistical support services (tugboats, pilotage, etc.)

5. Depth and Tide Information:

   • Draft: Varies across berths, with depths accommodating medium-sized vessels
   • Tidal Range: Notable variations in tide levels requiring precise navigation and docking operations
   • Navigational Aids: Well-marked with modern navigational aids ensuring safe entry and departure of vessels

6. Operational Capabilities:

   • Versatility in handling different types of ships from small fishing boats to medium-sized cargo vessels
   • Capability to refuel and provision ships
   • Modernized bunkering services available

7. Connectivity:

   • Access to major roadways and rail networks facilitating efficient inland transportation
   • Proximity to regional economic hubs providing streamlined supply chain integration

8. Security and Compliance:

   • Adheres to international port safety standards
   • Equipped with security measures to control port access and protect cargo

9. Environmental Considerations:

   • Active measures in place to mitigate environmental impact, particularly with the handling of pollutants and ensuring waste management complies with Japanese standards
   • Participation in marine conservation efforts due to local fisheries reliance

10. Port Services:

    • Customs and immigration offices in the port ensuring streamlined handling of incoming and outgoing goods
    • Repair and maintenance facilities for vessels
    • Inspection services for health and safety compliance, especially pertinent to perishable food items

Usage:

• Primarily used for local fishing industry; bustling with fishing activity especially during peak seasons
• Cargo operations including import and export of local goods
• Occasionally hosting international vessels due to its strategic location on maritime routes

Development and Future Plans:

• Ongoing modernization efforts to enhance efficiency and capacity
• Potential expansions in warehousing and cargo handling abilities to accommodate growing trade demands

Note: While the port may not be as prominent on the global scale compared to major ports like Yokohama or Kobe, it plays a crucial role in the local and regional maritime economy and maintains a level of versatility that supports a variety of maritime activities.