YORK

• Latitude: 7.54179
• Longitude: -12.4624
• West Africa
• Port in Sierra Leone

Address: York Sierra Leone

York is a coastal town in the Western Area Rural District of Sierra Leone. As of the latest update, York does not have a commercial port on the scale of the larger ones in the country, such as the Queen Elizabeth II Quay in Freetown. However, given its location on the coastline, York contributes to local fishing activities and small-scale maritime operations.

Key Features and Specifications:

1. Location:

   • Coordinates: Approximately 8.28° N latitude, 13.22° W longitude.
   • Situated along the coast, south of the capital city Freetown.

2. Facilities:

   • Mostly consists of smaller jetties and landing areas for fishing boats.
   • Limited infrastructure compared to larger commercial ports.
   • Primarily used for local fishing and small-scale maritime activities.

3. Harbor Type:

   • Natural coastal area with small jetties; does not have extensive artificial harbor constructions.

4. Depth:

   • Suitable for smaller vessels rather than larger commercial ships.
   • Shallow coastal waters, requiring boats to navigate carefully.

5. Activities:

   • Fishing is the predominant maritime activity.
   • Local trade and transport occur, but on a much smaller scale than major ports.

6. Accessibility:

   • Limited road access compared to the infrastructure leading to major ports like Freetown.
   • Not ideal for heavy commercial traffic.

7. Supporting Infrastructure:

   • Basic facilities for fishermen such as small storage units and basic processing facilities.
   • Absence of advanced cargo handling and storage facilities required for large-scale commercial operations.

Summary:

York in Sierra Leone is primarily known for its local fishing industry rather than large-scale commercial port activities. The coastal town offers essential services for local fishermen and small-scale maritime operations. Its geographical advantages are more suited to community-based and artisanal fishing activities rather than extensive commercial shipping and handling.

For larger maritime and port operations, facilities in Freetown or other major ports in Sierra Leone would be more relevant and considerably better equipped.