Port of Lirquén, Multipurpose port terminal in Concepción Bay, Chile.
The Port of Lirquén is a multipurpose terminal in Concepción Bay with two finger piers and six docking positions. The facility features warehouse space and open storage areas designed for handling different types of cargo.
The port was founded in 1953 when Carbonífera Lirquén expanded its infrastructure for commercial operations. This marked the beginning of maritime shipping activity at this southern Chilean location.
The terminal supports regional development by connecting agricultural, forestry, and salmon industries from regions VII to X with international markets through maritime trade.
The port can accommodate vessels of substantial size and manages container, bulk, and breakbulk cargo operations. Visitors should be aware this is an active port facility with limited public access to operational areas.
Located 230 nautical miles southwest of Santiago, the port maintains digital navigation charts CL3BB010 and CL5BB015 for maritime operations.
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