PEKIN

• USPKI
• Latitude: 40.5761
• Longitude: -89.6508
• Inland, USA
• Marina in US

Location: US

It appears there may be a slight confusion, as there isn't a major marine port named "Pekin" in the United States. However, if you're referring to a marine port in general, the process of describing and specifying one involves a variety of detailed parameters. Here’s a structured layout of what such a description might look like for any given port:

1. General Information

• Name: (Name of the Port)
• Location: (City, State, Geographic Coordinates)
• Operator: (Authority or Company managing the port)
• Official Website: (URL if available)
• Type: (For example, deep-water, inland, river port, etc.)

2. Geographic and Access Details

• Position: (Latitude and Longitude)
• Chart Number: (For marine navigation charts)
• Waterways Access: (Rivers, bays, or ocean areas providing access to the port)
• Road Network: (Major highways and roads connecting to the port)
• Rail Access: (Railway connections available)

3. Physical Characteristics

• Port Area: (Total area covered by the port facilities)
• Water Depth:
  • Approach Channel: (Depth and width)
  • Turning Basin: (Depth and radius)
  • Berths: (Depths at different berths)
• Tide Information:
  • Tidal Range: (Average high and low tide)
  • Tidal Current: (Speed and direction)

4. Infrastructure

• Number of Berths: (Total berths available, categorized by type: container, bulk, general cargo, etc.)
• Cranes and Equipment:
  • Types of Cranes: (Gantry cranes, mobile cranes, etc.)
  • Number of Cranes: (Available quantity of each type)
  • Other Equipment: (Forklifts, conveyors, warehousing facilities)
• Storage Facilities:
  • Warehouse Space: (Covered and open storage area in square meters or square feet)
  • Reefer Points: (Number of refrigerated container points)

5. Services and Capabilities

• Types of Cargo Handled: (Container, bulk, liquid, Ro-Ro, etc.)
• Docking and Mooring Services: (Assistance in docking, berthing, and securing vessels)
• Pilotage: (Pilot services available or required)
• Towage: (Tug services available)
• Bunkering: (Fueling services for ships)
• Waste Disposal: (Services and regulations for ship waste)

6. Security and Safety

• Security Measures: (ISPS Compliance, surveillance systems, access control)
• Emergency Services: (Firefighting, medical facilities, emergency response plans)
• Environmental Standards: (Compliance with environmental regulations, spill response capabilities)

7. Connectivity

• Intermodal Facilities: (Availability of intermodal transportation: road-rail-sea connections)
• Customs and Immigration: (Customs services, bonded warehouses, inspection facilities)
• Freight Services: (Logistics providers, shipping lines operating)

8. Economic and Operational Data

• Annual Throughput: (Volume of cargo handled annually, in TEUs for containers, tonnes for bulk, etc.)
• Major Industries Served: (Key industries using the port facilities)
• Operating Hours: (24/7 operation or specific hours)

Example Entry (Hypothetical):

Port of XYZ

• Name: Port of XYZ

• Location: XYZ City, ABC State, 12.3456 N, 98.7654 W

• Operator: XYZ Port Authority

• Website: www.portofxyz.com

• Type: Deep-water seaport

• Position: 12°20'N, 98°45'W

• Waterways Access: XYZ River, XYZ Bay

• Road Network: Interstate 123, Highway 789

• Rail Access: Connected to XYZ Railways

• Port Area: 500 hectares

• Water Depth:

  • Approach Channel: 15 meters deep, 200 meters wide
  • Turning Basin: 14 meters deep, 500 meters in diameter
  • Berths: 10 to 15 meters depth

• Number of Berths: 15 (10 container, 3 bulk, 2 general cargo)

• Cranes and Equipment:

  • 5 Gantry Cranes
  • 10 Mobile Cranes
  • Extensive warehousing facilities

• Storage Facilities:

  • 30,000 sq. meters of covered storage
  • 500 reefer points

• Types of Cargo Handled: Containers, Bulk cargo, Liquid bulk, Ro-Ro

• Docking and Mooring Services: Yes

• Pilotage: Mandatory

• Towage: Available

• Bunkering: Yes

• Waste Disposal: Available

• Security Measures: ISPS compliant, 24/7 surveillance

• Emergency Services: Full-time firefighting, medical clinic

• Environmental Standards: Conforms to MARPOL regulations

• Intermodal Facilities: Yes

• Customs and Immigration: Onsite customs

• Freight Services: Multiple logistics providers on site

• Annual Throughput: 1 million TEUs, 5 million tonnes bulk

• Major Industries Served: Automotive, agriculture, manufacturing

• Operating Hours: 24/7 operation

This example offers a comprehensive overview typical of port specifications, though specific details may vary by actual port. For accurate information, please refer to the specific port authorities or official documentation.