Rozenburgsesluis, Navigation lock in Botlek, Netherlands
Rozenburgsesluis is a navigation lock in Botlek that connects the North Sea with inland waterways through an industrial area. It handles both large cargo vessels and smaller recreational boats moving between different water levels.
The lock was built to strengthen Rotterdam as an international port and ease trade between ocean and inland waterways. It remains central to the port's function and regional shipping today.
Maritime professionals and recreational boaters integrate the lock passage rituals into their navigation routines, following established protocols and communication channels.
Vessels should inform the lock operator by radio several minutes before arrival and wait for favorable conditions to pass through. The system operates year-round, though severe weather may cause delays.
The lock maintains continuous operation throughout the year, serving vessels in all weather conditions up to wind speeds of 20.7 meters per second.
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