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Piraeus Port
Port of Piraeus is a large coastal breakwater port in Greece (Mediterranean Sea). Handles vessels over 500 feet in length. Facilities: ship repairs, dry...
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Piraeus Port is a large coastal breakwater harbor located in greece in the Mediterranean Sea region. As a maritime facility serving both domestic and international shipping needs, Piraeus Port plays an important role in the regional trade network and contributes to the economic development of the surrounding area.
The port is equipped with terminal facilities, major ship repair capabilities, fuel oil supply, diesel supply, fresh water supply, supporting efficient cargo handling and vessel operations. The port can accommodate vessels of over 500 feet in length size. The port offers excellent shelter conditions for vessels.
Maritime operations at Piraeus Port encompass cargo handling, vessel servicing, and logistics coordination. The port serves as a link in the global supply chain, facilitating the movement of goods between greece and international markets. The port benefits from rail and air and telephone communications and radio communications connections, enhancing its accessibility and operational efficiency.
Piraeus Port continues to develop its infrastructure and services to meet the evolving demands of the maritime industry. Through ongoing improvements and operational excellence, the port aims to strengthen its position as a reliable maritime hub in greece.
Essential performance indicators and operational statistics for Piraeus Port
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Current congestion levels and vessel traffic information for Piraeus
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Technical information and facilities available at Piraeus Port
Detailed harbor characteristics: depths, pilotage, cargo handling capabilities, repair facilities and communications. Data sourced from the World Port Index.
Verified harbor characteristics, navigation requirements and available services for this port, from the NGA World Port Index.
Environmental initiatives and sustainability measures at Piraeus Port
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Understanding the economic and regional significance of Piraeus Port
Piraeus Port is a vital economic asset for Greece, acting as the main logistics and transportation hub in the Eastern Mediterranean. As a major gateway for regional trade, it supports significant cargo movement, helping to facilitate Greece's role in global trade networks. Besides its commercial significance, Piraeus serves as a departure point for millions of travelers each year who explore the beautiful Greek islands. The port's commitment to sustainable development reflects an awareness of environmental concerns while balancing the demands of trade and tourism. With its historical importance and ongoing modernization efforts, Piraeus Port remains a cornerstone of Greece’s maritime industry. Piraeus is classified as a large coastal breakwater harbor. It can accommodate vessels over 500 feet in length. Its approach channel has a depth of 76 feet - OVER 23.2m - OVER. The port offers ship repair services. 18 shipping lines currently call at Piraeus. The nearest major port is Athinai (Greece), approximately 2 km away.
Source: NGA World Port Index (Pub 150), public domain.
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Asia · Europe · North America
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