Posted on November 25, 2024
Tosyalı Shipping and Port Management Inc., a subsidiary of Tosyalı Holding, In Hatay Erzin Aşağıburnaz Neighborhood will implement Port, Embankment and Bottom Dredging Project submitted to the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) officially started the process with its application. 22.185.755.319 TL The budget project aims to develop the region’s logistics infrastructure and increase Turkey’s trade volume.
Details and Scope of the Project
Project, Çınar Engineering Consulting Inc. It is detailed in the EIA Application File prepared by the company and plans to build a comprehensive port infrastructure.
Port Features
- Capacity:
- 1.000 DWT to 200.000 DWT Ships between will be able to dock at the port.
- Load Areas:
- Container, dry bulk cargo, general cargo, ore, bulk liquid and fuel storage areas will be established.
- Buildings to be Constructed:
- West and east breakwaters, quay and pier.
- Bottom Scan:
- Dredging of the port basin to a depth of -20 m.
- 194 m³ of bottom dredging in an area of approximately 22.000.000 hectares will be realized.
- Approach road width: At narrowest point 250 meters.
Project Goals
- Increasing Maritime Trade Capacity:
A strategic investment to increase Turkey’s competitiveness in maritime trade. - Contribution to the Regional Economy:
To revitalize the local economy by creating new employment opportunities in the Hatay region.
EIA Process and Environmental Sensitivity
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process, aims to examine the environmental impacts of the project in detail and to implement it without damaging the natural balance in the region. Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, will closely monitor this process and ensure that the project is implemented in an environmentally compatible manner.
Environmental Studies
- Impacts on the Marine Ecosystem:
Due to the dredging and filling works, marine life protection measures will be evaluated. - Air Quality and Noise:
Measures will be taken to minimise the negative impact of the construction process on the environment. - Environmental Rehabilitation:
After the completion of the work, necessary steps will be taken to return the environment to its former state.
Economic and Strategic Importance of the Project
Regional and National Impacts
- The Goal of Becoming a Logistics Base:
The port will increase commercial activity in the region by making Hatay an important logistics center. - Contribution to Foreign Trade:
Turkey is expected to increase its competitiveness in international trade by increasing its maritime transportation volume. - Creating Employment:
The project will provide employment opportunities for thousands of people during the construction and operation processes.
Increasing Maritime Trade Capacity
The project is capable of handling different types of cargo simultaneously. to address a significant gap in maritime trade infrastructure The port aims to Ability to serve high tonnage ships, will increase the attractiveness of the region in maritime trade.
Future of the Project
Port project To be completed between 2026-2029 is targeted. If the EIA process is concluded positively, the project will make significant contributions to the regional economy and Turkey’s maritime trade capacity. This giant investment by Tosyalı Holding promises to open a new era in Turkey’s logistics infrastructure.
