HOGLAND
- Latitude: 60.1047
- Longitude: 22.3175
- Baltic Sea
- Marina in Finland
Location: HOGLAND South-Eastern Finland Finland
Web-site: http://www.portofhogland.fi
Hogland, also known as Suursaari, is an island in the Gulf of Finland. While it is situated relatively close to both Finland and Russia, it is worth noting that Hogland is currently under Russian control. However, for the sake of providing a conceptual description related to marine and port features, here is a speculative example based on general port attributes:
Marine Port of Hogland (Hypothetical)
Location:
- Island: Hogland (Suursaari)
- Coordinates: Approximately 60.0500° N latitude, 27.1167° E longitude
- Region: Gulf of Finland, Baltic Sea
Main Features:
- Port Type: Natural harbor with possible pier extensions
- Port Facilities: Multiple berths suited for various vessel sizes
- Depth: Deepwater port capable of accommodating large cargo and tanker vessels
- Navigation Aids: Modern navigational systems including lighthouses, GPS, and AIS (Automatic Identification System)
- Cargo Handling: Facilities for container handling, bulk cargo, and liquid transfers
- Storage: Warehousing, cold storage, and open storage areas available
Significant Aspects:
- Strategic Importance: Positioned in a corridor of significant maritime traffic between Eastern Europe and the Nordic countries
- Connectivity: Accessible to major shipping lanes and well-connected with nearby Baltic ports
- Security: Equipped with port security measures, customs facilities, and secure berthing zones
- Environmental Measures: Implementation of stringent environmental protocols to minimize ecological impact, waste management systems, and oil spill response capabilities
Operational Details:
- Operators: Managed potentially by regional maritime authorities or private operators with international maritime operations expertise
- Pilot Services: Compulsory pilotage for vessels entering and leaving port
- Tug Assistance: Availability of tugboats to assist with docking and undocking operations
- Port Services: Refueling, freshwater supply, ship repair services, and crew change facilities
Specifications:
- Total Berth Length: Approx. 3,000 meters with multiple berths
- Maximum Vessel Size: Capable of handling Panamax and potentially Post-Panamax vessels
- Annual Throughput Capacity: Several million metric tonnes of various goods, depending on operational scale
- Supporting Infrastructure: Road and sea connectivity with mainland Finland and nearby nations
- Modernization: Incorporation of smart port technologies for efficient logistics management
Economic Impact:
- Trade Hub: Acts as a pivotal transshipment center for trade between Europe and broader global markets
- Employment: Creates significant employment opportunities both directly within port operations and indirectly within the local economy
- Revenue: Generates revenue through import/export duties, port service charges, and associated economic activities
Note that this is a hypothetical representation meant to provide a comprehensive overview based on standard characteristics of modern marine ports. Actual operational details would depend on the specific governing bodies, infrastructure investments, and strategic management of the Hogland port, should it be under Finnish control and active operation.
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