SCARBOROUGH

• TTSCA
• Latitude: 11.1791
• Longitude: -60.7369
• North Coast South America
• Port in Trinidad & Tobago

Location: Scarborough Tobago Trinidad & Tobago

Scarborough is a notable marine port located on the island of Tobago, part of the twin-island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. It serves as the principal port of Tobago and is a pivot for marine and ferry services, facilitating the movement of people and goods between Tobago and the island of Trinidad, as well as other regional and international destinations.

Location

• Coordinates: Approximately 11.1784° N latitude, 60.7350° W longitude.
• Country: Trinidad and Tobago
• Island: Tobago
• Region: Caribbean

Port Infrastructure

• Harbor Type: Natural
• Port Facilities:
  • Commercial Docks: Equipped for handling various types of cargo including containers, bulk, break-bulk, and roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) operations.
  • Passenger Terminal: Facilities for ferry services to Trinidad; equipped with passenger amenities.
  • Fishing Port: Facilities for local fishing boats.
  • Customs and Immigration: Presence of customs and immigration offices for both cargo and passengers.

Navigation

• Channel Depth: Approximately 7 meters (23 feet)
• Berth Depth: Varies; typically around 7 to 9 meters (23 to 30 feet)
• Anchorage Depth: Up to 13 meters (42 feet)

Services Provided

• Cargo Handling: Container handling, bulk cargo operations, break-bulk handling, RoRo services.
• Passenger Services: Regular ferry services to and from Port of Spain, Trinidad. Comfortable waiting areas, restrooms, and other passenger amenities.
• Support Services:
  • Pilotage: Available for incoming and outgoing vessels.
  • Tugboats: For assisting in docking and undocking.
  • Bunkering: Fueling facilities available for vessels.
  • Repairs: Basic repair and maintenance facilities available.

Port Security and Regulations

• ISPS Code Compliance: Ensures that security measures are in place to prevent unlawful acts against ships and maritime facilities.
• Customs and Border Protection: Trucks and cargo are inspected according to national and international regulations.

Transportation and Connectivity

• Road Access: Well-connected to the rest of Tobago via road networks.
• Inter-island Transport: Regular ferry services link Scarborough to Port of Spain in Trinidad.
• Local Transport: Availability of taxis and buses for local movement.

Economic and Strategic Importance

• Trade Hub: Plays a significant role in the import-export activities of Tobago.
• Tourism Gateway: Many tourists use this port as an entry point for their vacation on the island.
• Fisheries Support: Provides essential facilities for the local fishing industry.

Future Developments

• Expansion Plans: There are often projects underway or planned to expand and modernize the facilities to handle increased cargo volumes and improve passenger services, given its strategic importance.

Scarborough Port serves as a cornerstone in the infrastructure connecting the smaller island of Tobago to the broader economic activities of Trinidad and Tobago as well as to the rest of the Caribbean region.