NIEUW BEIJERLAND

• NLHEK
• Latitude: 51.8125
• Longitude: 4.34062
• UK Coast & Atlantic
• Port in Netherlands

Location: Netherlands

Nieuw-Beijerland is a town in the western Netherlands, located in the province of South Holland. Although it's more commonly known for its picturesque landscape and agricultural surroundings, the nearby waterways are part of the larger Rhine-Meuse-Scheldt delta, which is one of the world's busiest shipping regions.

While Nieuw-Beijerland itself is not particularly noted as a marine port, it is in close proximity to several major ports within the Netherlands, including Rotterdam, which is one of the largest and busiest ports in the world.

Port of Rotterdam (near Nieuw-Beijerland)

Here’s an outline of the nearby Port of Rotterdam, which provides a point of reference for marine specifications in the region:

General Overview:

• Location: Province of South Holland, Netherlands
• Coordinates: Approximately 51°55'N latitude and 4°29'E longitude
• Area: Covers about 105 square kilometers
• Connection: Navigable connections to the North Sea, Rhine, and Meuse rivers

Facilities and Services:

• Terminals: Includes specialized terminals for containers, bulk, break-bulk, liquid cargo, RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off), and others.
• Berths: More than 500 dedicated berths for various types of cargo ships
• Draft: Accommodates vessels with drafts up to 24 meters (78.7 feet)
• Cargo: Handles over 470 million tons of cargo annually
• Accessibility: Accessible for the world's largest container ships and oil tankers

Infrastructure:

• Cranes: High-capacity cranes for container handling and bulk cargo
• Warehousing: Extensive warehousing and distribution facilities for various goods
• Logistics: Advanced logistics and supply chain services to facilitate swift and efficient cargo movement
• Industrial Areas: Adjacent industrial areas with refineries, chemical plants, and manufacturing facilities

Services:

• Pilotage: Compulsory pilotage for large vessels to guide them through the port's complex waterways
• Tugboats: Available for maneuvering large vessels into their berths
• Bunkering: Fuel and other marine supplies available for all types of vessels
• Repairs and Maintenance: Shipyards and dry docks for vessel repairs and maintenance

Ports in Proximity:

• Dordrecht: Another notable port in the near vicinity, important for inland shipping.
• Moerdijk: Specialized in break bulk and general cargo, close to industrial zones.

Connectivity:

• Road: Extensive road networks connecting to other regions of the Netherlands and Europe
• Rail: Direct rail connections to many European countries
• Inland Waterways: Well-developed inland waterways for efficient cargo distribution

Environmental and Security Measures:

• Port Safety: Stringent safety protocols to manage hazardous materials and ensure navigational safety
• Environmental Initiatives: Efforts to minimize the port’s environmental footprint, including emission control and waste management programs

Although Nieuw-Beijerland itself may not be a primary marine port, its proximity to these significant hubs, particularly Rotterdam, makes it part of a vital maritime and logistics region in Europe.