SOROOSH

• IRCYT
• Latitude: 29.0333
• Longitude: 49.4667
• Arabian Gulf
• Offshore Terminal in Iran

Location: Iran

Marine Port Description and Specification: SOROOSH, Iran

Overview

SOROOSH is an offshore oil field and associated marine port located in the Persian Gulf, approximately 83 miles (133 kilometers) southwest of Kharg Island, Iran. The port primarily serves the oil industry, handling the export of crude oil produced from the SOROOSH oil field.

Location

• Coordinates: Approximately 26°29'N latitude and 53°26'E longitude
• Region: Persian Gulf, southwest of Kharg Island
• Country: Iran

Port Functions and Facilities

• Primary Function: Crude oil export
• Offshore Platforms: Facilities including platforms for drilling, production, and storage of crude oil.
• Loading Facilities: Single Point Mooring (SPM) systems and other offshore loading terminals designed to facilitate the mooring and loading of crude oil tankers.

Infrastructure

• Offshore Platforms: Include various oil extraction and production units.
• Storage Units: Floating Storage Units (FSUs) or Floating Production Storage and Offloading units (FPSOs) might be utilized for crude oil storage.
• Mooring Systems: Multiple Single Point Mooring (SPM) systems allowing for the berthing and loading of Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) and other large crude oil tankers.

Capacity and Throughput

• Crude Oil Production: Designed to handle substantial quantities of crude oil daily, specific production volumes can vary based on operational efficiencies and field outputs.
• Tanker Capacity: Typically designed to accommodate Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) up to 320,000 DWT (Deadweight tonnage).

Navigation and Access

• Approach: Vessels navigating to SOROOSH must comply with maritime safety and navigational guidelines specific to the Persian Gulf region.
• Depth: Adequate draft depth to accommodate large tankers; specifics should be confirmed with local maritime authorities.
• Navigational Aids: Buoys, beacons, and other navigational aids are in place to assist safe mooring and departure of tankers.

Environmental and Safety Measures

• Environmental Protocols: Adherence to environmental protection guidelines to minimize ecological impacts of oil extraction and transportation.
• Safety Regulations: Strict safety procedures for the handling of crude oil, including emergency response plans, fire safety measures, and oil spill containment protocols.

Operational Considerations

• Tide and Weather Conditions: Regular monitoring of tidal patterns and weather conditions is necessary to ensure safe mooring and loading operations.
• Security: Security measures in place to protect the port and its offshore facilities from potential threats.

Contact Information

• Port Authority: Managed by the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) or its subsidiaries.
• Communication Channels: Specific contact details should be coordinated through official NIOC channels and maritime communication protocols in the region.

Summary

SOROOSH in Iran is a critical offshore marine port in the Persian Gulf focused on the production and export of crude oil. It features advanced infrastructure to support large-scale oil extraction and tanker loading operations, following stringent safety, environmental, and operational protocols.