REGGIO ANCH

• Latitude: 38.137
• Longitude: 15.6517
• West Mediterranean
• Port in Italy

Location: Italy

Marine Port Description and Specifications: REGGIO ANCH, Italy

General Information

• Name: Reggio Anch (Reggio di Calabria Anchorage)
• Location: Reggio di Calabria, Italy
• Coordinates: Approx. 38°07'N latitude and 15°39'E longitude
• UN/LOCODE: ITREG
• Port Type: Anchorage

Port Description

Reggio di Calabria Anchorage serves as a strategic point in Southern Italy, located on the eastern shore of the Strait of Messina. It is primarily a commercial facility, handling various types of cargo and accommodating vessels that require a safe anchorage while awaiting berth space in nearby ports.

Anchorage Details

• Depth: Generally ranging from 20 meters to 50 meters depending on proximity to shore.
• Seabed: Predominantly sand with good holding ground; occasional patches of mud and gravel.
• Shelter: Fairly sheltered from prevailing winds, but special attention should be paid to local tidal currents and the effect of the narrow Strait of Messina.
• Facilities: Basic anchorage with limited on-water facilities; access to provisions, water, and minor repairs.

Navigational Information

• Approach: Mariners should approach from the south or west, keeping clear of the shoal waters near the shore and staying alert for ferry traffic.
• Pilotage: Compulsory for larger vessels or when navigating to nearby ports such as Messina and Villa San Giovanni.
• Communication: VHF Channel 16 for hailing port authorities and coordinating marine operations.

Operational Specifications

• Cargo Handling: Primarily off-ship operations requiring ship's gear for loading and unloading; limited port-side facilities.
• Maximum Vessel Size: Typically suitable for vessels up to Panamax size, dependent on specific anchorage position.
• Security Level: Compliance with ISPS (International Ship and Port Facility Security) Code; local authorities provide occasional patrols and monitoring.

Nearby Services and Connections

• Fuel and Provisions: Available through dedicated supply boats and agents.
• Repairs and Maintenance: Limited to minor surface-level repairs; more extensive repair facilities available in Messina or other proximate larger ports.
• Transportation: Good road and rail connections to the rest of Italy; ferry connections to Sicily.
• Customs and Regulatory Services: Customs offices usually managed in coordination with main ports; agents available to facilitate documentation and legal compliance.

Environmental and Safety Considerations

• Weather: Mediterranean climate; hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Winds from the north-west are common.
• Risks: Mariners should be cautious of swift tidal currents in the Strait of Messina, which may complicate anchoring and maneuvering.
• Unloading Facilities: Barge transshipment options for cargo unloading.

Miscellaneous

• Local Time Zone: Central European Time (CET) / Central European Summer Time (CEST) in summer.
• Communication: English and Italian are widely spoken for marine operations.

Reggio Anch is an operational anchorage point offering a variety of services ideal for vessels in transit or awaiting port allocation. Its strategic location in the Strait of Messina enhances its vital role in maritime logistics and operations in Southern Italy.