Crowley and Vineyard Wind are remaking Salem Harbour into one of New England's first offshore-wind staging ports, due to open in 2026 on the site of a demolished coal-and-oil power station. Once among America's wealthiest deep-sea trading ports in the 18th and 19th centuries, Salem now handles little conventional cargo on the Massachusetts coast north of Boston. The new 42-acre terminal is built for turbine pre-assembly and heavy project components rather than containers or scheduled liner calls. Channel and quay depths of about 7.9 m suit the wind sector's specialised vessels, with marine fuel available but only limited repair services. Containerised freight and customs clearance for the region run through Boston's Conley Terminal, roughly 25 km south. In practice Salem is an industrial and energy port, not a multipurpose box or breakbulk facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Salem?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Salem is US SLM. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Salem located?▼

The port of Salem is located in United States (North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Salem?▼

Salem is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Salem?▼

The channel depth of Salem is 7.9 meters.

Location & Weather

42.51667, -70.88333

Channel depth: 7.9 m

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