ZHONGSHAN

• AQZGN
• Latitude: -69.3561
• Longitude: 76.3593
• Shelter in Antarctica

Location: Antarctica

It appears there might be a misunderstanding or a bit of confusion about the specific location you're referring to. Zhongshan is actually the name of a Chinese research station in Antarctica, not a marine port.

The Zhongshan Station is managed by the Chinese Arctic and Antarctic Administration (CAA) and facilitates scientific research in various fields such as geology, glaciology, meteorology, and environmental sciences.

Zhongshan Station Overview

General Location:

• Latitude: Approximately 69°22′S
• Longitude: 76°22′E
• Region: Larsemann Hills, East Antarctica

Establishment:

• Year: 1989
• Operational Status: Active year-round

Specifications and Features

Infrastructure:

• Main Buildings: Includes living quarters, research labs, power stations, a dining hall, and storage facilities.
• Capacity: Accommodates around 60 people during the summer months and a smaller, overwintering crew during the winter.
• Utilities and Support: Equipped with power generators (diesel), satellite communication systems, and necessary scientific equipment.

Access:

• Transport: Mainly accessed via ice-breaker ships to nearby bay areas during the Antarctic summer season. Helicopters and snow vehicles are used for transport between the shore and the station.
• Nearby Airstrips: Though not directly at Zhongshan, there is coordination with nearby ice runways or temporary airstrips used by international Antarctic programs.

Climate and Conditions:

• Temperature: Highly variable; can range from -10°C (14°F) in summer to -40°C (-40°F) in winter.
• Weather: Harsh and unpredictable with frequent blizzards, necessitating robust construction and advanced planning.

Scientific Work:

• Research Focus: Studies on climate change, glaciology, oceanography, and conducting meteorological observations are pivotal.
• Collaboration: Works in coordination with other international Antarctic missions and research stations.

Not a Marine Port

Since it’s not a marine port, there are no specific maritime facilities like commercial docking or cargo handling. Instead, it primarily serves scientific purposes with limited logistical marine activities designed to support research and personnel movement.

For commercial or logistical marine operations in Antarctica, typically, ships dock at more established research stations with designed wharfs like McMurdo Station (USA) or are serviced by icebreaker vessels capable of navigating the harsh polar conditions.

If you meant a different location or have additional requirements, such as a specific interest in marine ports servicing Antarctic expeditions, please let me know, and I can provide further details accordingly!