MAROANTSETRA
- Port
- MAROANTSETRA
- Routes
- -
- UN/LOCODE
- MGMAR
- Country/Region
- Madagascar
Port Introduction
Maroantsetra is located at the top of Antongil Bay in northeastern Madagascar, deeply embedded in the heart of tropical rainforests. Ecology and Industry: The vicinity of the port is the most important vanilla, clove, and high-value hardwood production area in Madagascar. Logistics challenges and features: This is a very small natural port with a waterway depth of about 3-4 meters. Due to the extremely difficult local land transportation (mostly in primitive rainforest areas), sea transportation has become the only reliable lifeline connecting core hubs such as Toamasina in the region. Global supply chain position: Although the throughput is not large, it controls the source logistics of the world's top vanilla supply chain. The first stop for all high-end vanilla ingredients shipped to the European and American markets is often through small ships in Maruanchetra.
Other Port Data
| Harbor Use | - | Shelter Afforded | Fair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Depth (m) | 23.2 | Anchorage Depth (m) | 11 |
| Cargo Pier Depth (m) | 0 | Oil Terminal Depth (m) | 0 |
| Entrance Width (m) | 0 | Tidal Range (m) | 0 |
| Maximum Vessel Length (m) | 0 | Maximum Vessel Beam (m) | 0 |
| Maximum Vessel Draft (m) | 0 | Facilities - Container | - |
| Facilities - Solid Bulk | - | Facilities - Liquid Bulk | - |
| Facilities - Ro-Ro | - | Facilities - Oil Terminal | - |
| Facilities - LNG Terminal | - | Cranes - Fixed | - |
| Cranes - Mobile | - | Cranes - Floating | - |
| Pilotage - Compulsory | - | Tugs - Assistance | - |
| Repairs | - | Dry Dock | - |
| Services - Longshoremen | - | Supplies - Potable Water | - |
| Supplies - Fuel Oil | - | Supplies - Diesel Oil | - |
| Railway | - |
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