VIANEN
- NLVAN
- Latitude: 51.9891
- Longitude: 5.09718
- Inland, Europe
- Port in Netherlands
Location: Vianen Utrecht 4132 Netherlands
Web-site: http://www.portofvianen.nl
Vianen, situated in the Netherlands, is not widely recognized as a significant marine port compared to major Dutch ports such as Rotterdam or Amsterdam. It is a town located in the province of Utrecht, along the Lek River. Here's a general overview of Vianen’s river port facilities and specifications:
General Overview:
- Location: Vianen is set along the Lek River in the central part of the Netherlands, making it accessible for inland shipping and transport.
- Coordinates: Approx. 51.982° N, 5.089° E
Port Specifications:
- Type: Inland/River Port
- Primary Use: Given its inland position, the facilities are primarily utilized for local commerce, recreational boating, and light industrial activities rather than large-scale international shipping.
- Access:
- River: Located on the Lek River, providing direct access to connected Dutch waterways, facilitating the movement of goods to and from other parts of the Netherlands.
- Road: Well-connected by major roads, particularly the A2 motorway, facilitating efficient land transport.
- Infrastructure:
- Quays/Berths: Vianen has several quays along the river to accommodate small to medium-sized vessels involved in inland waterway transport.
- Cargo Handling: Facilities are generally geared towards handling a variety of bulk goods and cargo typical for regional transportation needs.
Port Facilities:
- Docking: Limited to smaller barge traffic and local vessels rather than ocean-going ships.
- Storage: Generally, there are warehouses and open storage areas available for various goods typical for an inland port.
- Loading/Unloading: Basic amenities for loading and unloading goods, often facilitated by mobile cranes and other standard equipment suited to smaller vessels.
Additional Services:
- Maintenance and Repair: Services available for smaller boats and barges.
- Fueling: Basic refueling services are available for local vessels.
Economic and Strategic Significance:
- Local Commerce: The port supports local industries by providing a logistical hub for the movement of goods.
- Recreational Activities: Popular with recreational boaters, playing a role in tourism and leisure in the region.
Future Developments:
While there are no major plans to expand Vianen into a large commercial port comparable to Rotterdam, the town continues to enhance facilities to support local commerce and improve connectivity with other parts of the Netherlands via its waterways.
If you require more detailed, technical, or updated information, contacting local port authorities or consulting official maritime databases would be advisable.
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Vessels in the port
Flag | Name | Type | Destination | Date/Time |
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ORION | Pleasure | VREESWIJK | 04:27:27 | |
DONGE | Cargo | ZUILICHEM | 03:27:34 | |
DOLFIJN | Pleasure | 03:23:47 | ||
ESTO FIDELIS | Cargo | GORINCHEM | 02:56:44 | |
EENDRACHT | Pleasure | 01:27:04 | ||
VREVIA | Passenger | 12:27:33 | ||
FIEN | Pleasure | ROTTERDAMB | 4/5/2025 | |
CASA SEGUNDA | Pleasure | 4/5/2025 | ||
TRAWANT | Other | VIANEN | 4/5/2025 | |
LINA | Other | 4/5/2025 | ||
GESINA | Pleasure | 4/5/2025 | ||
EILTANK 44 | Tanker | AMSTERDAM | 4/5/2025 | |
ELAN | Pleasure | 4/4/2025 | ||
ELAN | Pleasure | 4/4/2025 | ||
SEMPER-SPERA | Other | NLKAI0211BHRBAR00002 | 4/4/2025 | |
OUDE JAN | Passenger | HASSELT | 4/4/2025 | |
STEDO | Cargo | MERTERT | 4/4/2025 | |
VERWACHTING | Cargo | 4/4/2025 | ||
SAILING HOME | Passenger | VIANEN | 4/4/2025 | |
RWS 85 | Port | PATROL | 4/4/2025 |