LUGAIT

• PHLUG
• Latitude: 8.33333
• Longitude: 124.25
• Philippines
• Port in Philippines

Location: Philippines

Lugait is a municipality in the province of Misamis Oriental in the Philippines. As of the latest available records, there isn't a major commercial marine port in Lugait similar to those you might find in larger cities such as Manila, Cebu, or Davao. However, the town does have smaller ports or landing areas primarily supporting local maritime activities.

General Information:

• Location: Lugait, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
• Coordinates: Approximately 8.3318° N latitude and 124.2636° E longitude.

Port Facilities:

The existing ports or landing areas in Lugait are typically designed to handle:

• Fishing boats: Local fishermen often use these ports for docking and offloading their catch.
• Small cargo vessels: The ports accommodate small cargo ships that transport goods to and from the area, which is known for its agricultural and industrial products, including coconut, corn, and steel.

Specification:

1. Berthing Facilities:

   • Berths/Piers: Basic piers suitable for small to medium-sized vessels.
   • Draft: The draft is generally shallow, accommodating smaller boats and ships.

2. Storage and Warehousing:

   • Open Yards: Limited space for open storage of goods.
   • Warehouses: Some basic structures for temporary storage, though not on the scale of larger commercial ports.

3. Infrastructure:

   • Road Access: Basic road infrastructure connects the port areas to local highways and town amenities.
   • Utilities: Generally limited to essential utilities such as water and electricity.

4. Cargo Handling Equipment:

   • Manual Handling: Predominantly relies on manual labor for loading and unloading.
   • Basic Machinery: Some availability of forklifts and small cranes.

Services:

• Shipping and Forwarding: Limited services provided by local agencies.
• Fishing and Fisheries: Support for local fishing activities including market facilities for fresh fish.

Additional Notes:

• Economic Activities: Lugait is also known for the presence of major industrial sites, most notably the steel manufacturing plant of Global Steel Philippines.
• Environmental Considerations: Efforts are usually taken to reduce the environmental impact of industrial and maritime activities, though the port infrastructure is relatively basic compared to major ports.

If you need detailed and updated information, it would be best to contact local authorities or maritime agencies directly involved with the port operations in Lugait.