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Broome

Coastal (Natural) · Small harbour · Indian Ocean

Port information

Channel depth
11 m
Anchorage depth
14 m
Berth depth
7.9 m
Tide range
9 m
Max vessel draught
9.1 m
Water
salt
Likely soil (estimate)
Sand, Silt / mud
Position
-17.967, 122.233

Dredgers that can do the job here

  • TSHDTrailing suction hopper · Small–medium (1,000–5,000 m³)

    Loose sand or silt in open water. Can work while ships keep moving and carry spoil long distances.

  • WIDWater injection · Water injection

    Cheap upkeep for fine silt in channels with a current.