PRIMORSK
- RUPRI
- Latitude: 60.3463
- Longitude: 28.671
- Baltic Sea
- Port in Russia
Location: Russia
Marine Port Description and Specification: Primorsk, Russia
General Information:
- Name: Port of Primorsk
- Location: Located in the Leningrad region of Russia, Primorsk is situated on the coast of the Baltic Sea. It serves as a critical gateway for the export of Russian oil and petroleum products.
- Geographical Coordinates: Approximately 60.3667° N latitude, 28.6167° E longitude
Port Infrastructure:
- Ownership: The port is managed by Transneft, a Russian state-owned transport monopoly.
- Facilities: Primorsk is outfitted with modern handling equipment and facilities, including a dedicated oil terminal.
Specifications:
- Water Depth: The port has deep water berths that can accommodate large tankers. The water depth at the berths ranges between 15 to 18 meters.
- Navigational Aids: Advanced navigational aids are in operation, ensuring safe entry and departure of vessels.
- Berths/Docks: Multiple berths are available, specifically designed for the loading and unloading of oil and petroleum tankers.
Capacity:
- Cargo Capacity: Primorsk is primarily a crude oil export port, and its infrastructure supports a substantial throughput capacity, making it one of Russia’s major oil export terminals.
- Storage: Large tank farms for oil storage are available, ensuring ample capacity for handling substantial volumes of petroleum products.
Services:
- Pilotage: Compulsory pilotage services are provided to ensure safe navigation into and out of the port.
- Tug Assistance: Tug services are available to assist with berthing and unberthing operations.
- Bunkering: Bunkering services are provided at the port for refueling vessels.
- Port Security: The port operates under strict security protocols, compliant with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
Connectivity:
- Rail and Road Access: The port is well-connected by rail and road, facilitating efficient transport of goods to and from the hinterland.
- Pipeline: Key part of the Baltic Pipeline System (BPS), which channels oil from the interior production fields of Russia.
Environmental and Safety Measures:
- Environmental Controls: Measures are in place to mitigate environmental impact, including systems for preventing oil spills, waste management, and pollution control.
- Safety Regulations: Strict adherence to international safety standards ensures safe port operations and handling of hazardous materials.
Significance:
- Economic Impact: Primorsk is a crucial port for Russia's oil export economy, playing a vital role in the export logistics chain.
- Strategic Importance: Due to its strategic location on the Baltic Sea, Primorsk holds considerable geopolitical significance, providing a critical link between Russian energy production and European markets.
The Port of Primorsk remains a pivotal maritime hub for Russia's oil export activities, owing to its advanced facilities, strategic position, and substantial capacity for handling large volumes of petroleum products.
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Vessels in the port
Flag | Name | Type | Destination | Date/Time |
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PYTHON | Tanker | RU PRI | 1/17/2025 | |
TRUVOR | Towing/Tug | RUPRI | 1/17/2025 | |
RYURIK | Towing/Tug | PRIMORSK | 1/17/2025 | |
IRBIS | Towing/Tug | PRIMORSK | 1/13/2025 | |
LEOPARD " | Other | 1/12/2025 | ||
DIR | Towing/Tug | PRIMORSK__ | 1/9/2025 | |
UDAYA | Tanker | RU PRI | 1/9/2025 | |
VLADIMIR MONOMAKH | Tanker | RUPRI | 12/31/2024 | |
SKIF | Towing/Tug | PRIMORSK | 12/29/2024 | |
G ROSSINI | Tanker | RU PRI | 12/29/2024 | |
DELVINA | Tanker | SIKKA | 12/29/2024 | |
NIMBUS SPB | Tanker | RU PRI | 12/26/2024 |