New deepwater service begins calls at TIDE

Under the new service, Manta will be the first port of call for the vessel, with a significant cargo volume being discharged before it enters other ports in Ecuador with a shallower draught.

“The 10.3 m draught of the 200 m long, 45,000 dwt vessel was of particular significance to the success of the visit,” explained Captain Paul Gallie, TIDE’s general manager. “By calling at TIDE, Gearbulk can load an average of 5,000 tonnes of additional cargo onto its vessels that serve the West Coast.”

He added: “Our deep-draught, heavy investments in new equipment and our intention to further develop Manta’s port infrastructure have given TIDE the potential to become a true hub on the West Coast of South America and the premier port of call for all transpacific direct calls.”