Approach Zones

General Information

North Sea

Baltic Sea

Clyde Marine Region

Adriatic Sea

Eastern Mediterranean Sea

Approach Zones

Layer Info
Category	Activities
Sub-category	Shipping
Editable	No

Description

The approach areas of a harbor refers to the designated maritime zone that ships navigate through when approaching a harbor from the sea. This area is important for ensuring safe and efficient passage of vessels into the harbor. Key aspects for these areas include, navigation and safety, depth and accessibilities and environmental considerations.

MSP Challenge

In the MSP Challenge players can only view current plans, as this is not an editable layer.

Sand Extraction Edition

Types

Not Applicable.

Metadata

Data Source

Rijkswaterstaat

Original Title

"aanloopgebied"

Description

This data layer shows the areas where the traffic management system is active. This system includes, a radar system to monitor and guide ships, specific communication systems, speed limits, safety and alarm signaling.

Creation Date

11-2024

Methodology

Not applicable.

This layer is not available in the Baltic Sea Edition.

Not applicable.

This layer is not available in the Clyde Marine Region Edition.

Not applicable.

This layer is not available in the Adriatic Sea Edition.

Not applicable.

This layer is not present in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea.