2 Dominica Logistics Infrastructure
2.1 Dominica Port Assessment
Dominica is located at the Northern end of the Windward chain of the Lesser Antilles. It is the largest of this island group, lying between the French Overseas Departments of Martinique to the south and Guadeloupe to the north.
Dominica has three main ports that provide for large cruise ships and transportation of goods in and out of the country: Roseau, Woodbridge Bay and Portsmouth. They are regulated by the Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority (DASPA).
Most of passenger ships dock at Roseau Cruise Ship terminal which is located in town. The port of Woodbridge Bay is mostly used for cargo, is about 2 km north of the city. Some smaller cargo ships may dock at the port of Portsmouth Ship facility on the north-western tip of the island, about 42 km northwest of Roseau.
Freight traffic is dominated by containerized cargo, which in recent decades has been handled by five main shipping lines. Tropical, King Ocean, CMA CGM, Sea Freight, and Geest Line together dominate the Caribbean market. Most of the routes covered by these shipping lines are “feeder routes” that use Miami as their main hub and Trinidad and Tobago and Vieux Fort as regional transfer hubs between vessels.
2.1.1 Dominica Port of Woodbridge Bay
Port Overview
Dominica’s Port of Woodbridge Bay requires heavy reinvestment in infrastructure. The main pier, constructed in 1976, is supported over water using iron tube pilings that now show advanced rust and other damage from wear and tear, and hurricanes. It does not feature onshore cranes, and only ships with their own cranes (“geared” vessels) can call on these ports. Ship owners prefer using shore cranes over vessel cranes, since the number of containers that can be loaded and unloaded per hour is much higher using onshore cranes, and fewer crew gang members are needed.
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
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Port Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Dominica |
|
Province or District |
Saint George |
|
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Roseau 2 km |
|
Port's Complete Name |
Woodbridge Bay |
|
Latitude |
15.31666667 |
|
Longitude |
61.38861111 |
|
Managing Company or Port Authority |
Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority (DASPA) |
|
Management Contact Person |
Mr. Benoit Bardouille +1 767 448 4009 / +1 767 235 4009 |
|
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Canefield Airport (Distance 3.6 Km from Roseau). Douglas–Charles Airport (Main), formerly known as Melville Hall Airport, is an airport located on the northeast coast of Dominica (Distance 44.2 km from Roseau). |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority (DASPA)
DASPA is a public authority under the Ministry of Public Works
and Ports. The CEO of the port is appointed by the Minister. All
decisions by the board of DASPA require approval of the Minister.
After board approval, decisions must be approved by the Minister.
DASPA Authority was established by Act No.8 of 2006. It is a merger
of the air and sea port services. DASPA oversees the port in
Portsmouth, the cruise terminal, the ferry terminal and the port
terminal in Roseau. There is no private sector involvement in the
port operations.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
The Port of Woodbridge Bay faces several bottlenecks due to limited storage capacity and heavy handling equipment. The lack of mobile harbour cranes makes the berth productivity susceptible to wave conditions. With higher waves, the vessel move more, making loading/unloading with board cranes even more difficult.
Dominica employs the Free-Alongside-System, which implies that any additional costs because of slow seaside operations are charged to consignees, not the shipping lines. The liners calling Dominica are Tropical Shipping, CMA CGM, King Ocean, and Geest Line.
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SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
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|---|---|---|
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
|
|
Rainy Season |
No |
N/A |
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Major Import Campaigns |
No |
N/A |
|
Other Comments |
||
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HANDLING FIGURES for 2017 |
|
|---|---|
|
Vessel Calls |
1000 |
|
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
15000 |
|
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2017 |
|
|---|---|
|
Bulk (MT) |
N/A |
|
Break bulk (MT) |
300000 (estimated) |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
In 2007 Dominica introduced the so-called FAS system and proceeded with workforce reforms to increase port performance. The FAS principle establishes a flat box rate per container; the shipping lines only incur charges related to ship handling, and the consignees assume all charges related to cargo handling.
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following links:
|
20’ container (usd) |
40’ container (usd) |
Transhipment (usd) |
General Cargo (usd/tonne) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tariff |
412 |
924 |
69 |
89 |
Berthing Specifications
|
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Conventional Berth |
2 |
200 |
11 |
Maximum length vessels: 200 m |
|
Container Berth |
2 |
200 |
11 |
Maximum length vessels: 200 m |
|
Silo Berth |
None |
|
||
|
Berthing Tugs |
None |
Open roadstead |
||
|
Water Barges |
None |
Open roadstead |
General Cargo Handling Berths
|
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
|---|---|
|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
1st /2nd Berth |
|
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
1st /2nd Berth |
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
1st /2nd Berth |
|
Other Imports |
N/A |
Port Handling Equipment
Is the port equipment managed by the government or privately? DASPA manages the assets, equipment, resources, and functions of the port.
|
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity |
Capacity Available Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Dockside Crane |
No |
||
|
Container Gantries |
No |
||
|
Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
3 |
Lorain Crane – 10 tons, American Crane – 35 tons, Grove Crane – 30 tons |
|
Reach stacker |
Yes |
3 |
(2) Taylors, (1) Fantuzzi all capable of lifting 40 tons |
|
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
Yes |
3 |
|
|
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
||
|
Transtainer |
No |
||
|
Forklifts |
Yes |
11 |
(3-12 MT) |
|
Mobile Lights |
Yes |
9 |
(3) Solar lights (6) diesel operated |
Additional equipment
|
Equipment |
Total Quantity |
Capacity Available Comments |
|---|---|---|
|
Diesel Tanker |
1 |
7400 Gals |
|
Underground Gasoline Tank |
1 |
1000 Gals |
|
LPG Tank (to be installed) |
1 |
350 Gals |
Container Facilities
|
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
|---|---|---|
|
Container Facilities Available |
43000 m2 |
|
|
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Other Capacity Details |
Terminal can store 1500 TEUs |
|
|
Daily Take Off Capacity |
140 |
|
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
12 |
|
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
Unknown |
Unknown |
|
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
Unknown |
Unknown |
Customs Guidance
The Customs and Excise Division of the Ministry of Finance is responsible for the control and the management of the customs clearance of goods. Once the declaration is assessed, the importer may pay the fees at any authorized Customs office. With the introduction of the prepayment account facility in December 2011, assessment and payment may be done simultaneously, and there may be no need to go to a Customs cashier. An examining officer then assesses the risk and assigns the goods to one of the selectivity lanes. Goods assigned to the Blue/Green Lane can be released without further check. Goods in the Yellow Lane are subject only to a documentary examination. In the Red Lane, a physical examination is executed in addition to the documentary check. The importer is notified when goods are ready for release, or if any further documents are required. There is a customs office based at the port. Customs and goods clearance normally take 48 hours.
For more information on customs in Dominica, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
The wharf at Woodbridge Bay is multipurpose. All types of general cargo can be handled at the port as: general merchandise, electrical equipment, steel, cement, fertilizers, logs, sawn timber, containers, heavy lifts, refrigerated goods. Break Bulk Cargo - Rice, wheat, maize, coal, gypsum, clinker, fertilizer, chemical products, vegetable oils, etc. There is no equipment and facilities for Bulk Cargo.
Grain and Bulk Handling
Break bulk cargo is discharged by using vessel cranes. DASPA conducts all loading/unloading and handling operations. There are no bulk handling equipment and facilities in Dominica.
Main Storage Terminal
The port of Woodbridge Bay has a storage capacity of around 1.500 TEU
|
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
|---|---|---|
|
General Cargo |
5 |
Shed 1 (408 m2), Shed 2 (265 m2), Shed 3 (960 m2), Shed 4 (current 1000m2, to be increased capacity), Shed 5 (330 m2). Total roof covered area 2963 m2 |
|
Refrigerated Cargo |
12 refeer stations |
N/A |
Stevedoring
DASPA conducts all loading/unloading and handling of containers and bulk break good including container storage and delivery to customers.
Hinterland Information
Containers are loaded on trucks chassis/flatbeds by container reach stackers in order to move them out. There is a lack of side loader trucks in the island which implies a reduction of efficiency for the port.
Port Security
The Port of Woodbridge Bay counts with security personnel 24 hours, security cameras are being installed as they were damaged after Hurricane Maria hit the island. Perimeter fences and security cameras need to be fixed and nstalled. General public needs to be provided with security helmets and vest in order to enter to port facilities.
|
Security |
|
|---|---|
|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
|
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
|
Police Boats |
Yes, Coast Guard Base next to the port |
|
Fire Engines |
No |
2.1.2 Dominica Port of Portsmouth
Port Overview
Dominica’s Port of Portsmouth is the centre for the movement of Dominican owned vessels transporting agricultural produce mainly to the islands north of Dominica and importing small cargo from across the region.
The Dominica Port Authority is responsible for the administration of the movement of shipping, the use and maintenance of port facilities and general supervision of the entire facilities.
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
|
Port Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Portsmouth |
|
Province or District |
Saint John |
|
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Roseau 44 km |
|
Port's Complete Name |
Portsmouth |
|
Latitude |
15.57388889 |
|
Longitude |
61.46277778 |
|
Managing Company or Port Authority |
Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority (DASPA) |
|
Management Contact Person |
Mr. Benoit Bardouille +1 767 448 4009 / +1 767 235 4009 |
|
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Canefield Airport (Distance 38 Km from Portsmouth). Douglas–Charles Airport (Main), formerly known as Melville Hall Airport, is an airport located on the northeast coast of Dominica (Distance 34 km from Portsmouth). |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority (DASPA)
DASPA is a public authority under the Ministry of Public Works and Ports. The CEO of the port is appointed by the Minister. All decisions by the board of DASPA require approval of the Minister. After board approval, decisions must be approved by the Minister. DASPA Authority was established by Act No.8 of 2006. It is a merger of the air and sea port services. DASPA oversees the port in Portsmouth, the cruise terminal, the ferry terminal and the port terminal in Roseau. There is no private sector involvement in the port operations.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
The Port of Portsmouth has a limited storage capacity and only one forklift to support the handling operations. Normally it receives break bulk, boats are off loaded by crane, forklift and man handling. Occasionally, the Port of Portsmouth receives containers (on a low scale), containers must be off loaded directly onto the truck.
Dominica employs the Free-Alongside-System, which implies that any additional costs because of slow seaside operations are charged to consignees, not the shipping lines. The liners calling Dominica are Tropical Shipping, CMA CGM, King Ocean, and Geest Line.
|
SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
|
|---|---|
|
Occurs |
|
|
Rainy Season |
No |
|
Major Import Campaigns |
N/A |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
In 2007 Dominica introduced the so-called FAS system and proceeded with workforce reforms to increase port performance. The FAS principle establishes a flat box rate per container; the shipping lines only incur charges related to ship handling, and the consignees assume all charges related to cargo handling.
|
20’ container (usd) |
40’ container (usd) |
Transhipment (usd) |
General Cargo (usd/tonne) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tariff |
412 |
924 |
69 |
89 |
Berthing Specifications
|
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Conventional Berth |
1 |
132 |
7 |
Width of wharf; 24.7 meters |
Port Handling Equipment
Is the port equipment managed by the government or privately?
DASPA manages the assets, equipment, liabilities, resources, and functions of the port.
|
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity |
Capacity Available Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Dockside Crane |
No |
||
|
Container Gantries |
No |
||
|
Mobile Cranes |
No |
|
|
|
Reach stacker |
No |
|
|
|
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
|
|
|
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
||
|
Transtainer |
No |
||
|
Forklifts |
Yes |
1 |
(3.5 MT) |
Container Facilities
There are no container facilities at Portsmouth.
Customs Guidance
The Customs and Excise Division of the Ministry of Finance is responsible for the control and the management of the customs clearance of goods. Once the declaration is assessed, the importer may pay the fees at any authorized Customs office. With the introduction of the prepayment account facility in December 2011, assessment and payment may be done simultaneously, and there may be no need to go to a Customs cashier. An examining officer then assesses the risk and assigns the goods to one of the selectivity lanes. Goods assigned to the Blue/Green Lane can be released without further check. Goods in the Yellow Lane are subject only to a documentary examination. In the Red Lane, a physical examination is executed in addition to the documentary check. The importer is notified when goods are ready for release, or if any further documents are required. There is a customs office based at the port. Customs and goods clearance normally take 48 hours.
For more information on customs in Dominica, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Terminal Information
|
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
|---|---|---|
|
General Cargo |
1 |
Shed 1 (2100 m2) |
Port Security
The Port of Portsmouth counts with security personnel 24 hours, security cameras are being installed as they were damaged after Hurricane Maria hit the island. Perimeter fences and security cameras need to be fixed and installed. General public needs to be provided with security helmets and vest in order to enter to port facilities.
|
Security |
|
|---|---|
|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
|
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
|
Police Boats |
No |
|
Fire Engines |
No |
2.2 Dominica Aviation
There are two regional airports and no international airports in Dominica, The airports are operated by the Dominica Air & Sea Ports Authority (DASPA). The primary one is Douglas-Charles Airport located in Marigot (Distance 44.2 km from Roseau), where most commercial flights arrive. A second airport, Canefield (Distance 3.6 Km from Roseau). Given its runway length, the Douglas-Charles airport is suitable for some commercial jet use. Flights from the mainland US or Europe are provided through the International Airport hubs of Antigua (ANU), Barbados (GAIA), St. Maarten (SXM), Guadeloupe (PTP) and Puerto Rico (SJU). Leeward Island Air Transport (LIAT) completes the Dominican leg of these flights and Seaborne also provides connecting flights to the island from Puerto Rico.
For more information on government agency and airport
company contact information, please see the
following links: 4.1
Government Contact List and 4.5
Airport Companies Contact List
Key airport information may also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/
Procedures for Foreign Registered Aircraft
Civil Aviation Authority
The Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority (ECCAA) is a civil aviation authority serving the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). The headquarters are in Saint John's, Antigua and Barbuda. The ECCAA agency serves as the aviation accident and incident investigation authority of its jurisdiction also operates outstations, which include the Dominica Outstations.
Aircraft registration, certification and operational requirements are governed by the ECCAA and are specified in the Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs). Operation of a foreign registered aircraft is possible and depending on the type of operation, it can be relatively quick to allow commencement of operations, particularly for non-commercial purposes such as for surveys, disaster relief, emergency response and similar programs. The process should begin with a letter of intent to the ECCAA, describing your organization, the owner/operator of aircraft, intended type of operation (private, charter, scheduled, etc.) and intended aircraft model and/or type.
For more information on procedures for foreign registered aircraft, please see the following attachments.
The Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) for certification and registrations are the following:
2.2.1 Dominica International Airport
Dominica has no international airports.
2.2.2 Dominica Douglas-Charles National Airport
Airport Overview
Douglas–Charles Airport (formerly known as Melville Hall Airport, is an airport located on the northeast coast of Dominica, (Distance 45.9 km from Roseau) northwest of Marigot. It is one of only two airports in the island nation of Dominica.
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Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Dominica |
|
Province or District |
Saint Andrew |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Marigot 3 km |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Douglas-Charles Airport |
|
Latitude |
15.54694444 |
|
Longitude |
61.30000000 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
73 ft / 22 m |
|
IATA Code |
DOM |
|
ICAO Code |
TDPD |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority (DASPA) |
|
Management Contact Person |
Mr. Benoit Bardouille +1 767 448 4009 / +1 767 235 4009 |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
1756 (m) X 45 (m) |
|
Runway Orientation |
n/a |
|
Runway Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Magnetic Variation |
15° West |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
Yes |
|
Refueling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
Yes |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
1.26 USD |
|
Avgas |
N/A |
Landing Charges
For information on Landing Charges, please see the following documents:
2.2.3 Dominica Canefield National Airport
Airport Overview
Canefield Airport is an airport on the west coast of the island nation of Dominica. It is 5 km north of Roseau, the capital. It is the smaller of the two airports on the island. Canefield airport is served by Dominica Air Taxi, which is operated by Carib Aviation using Twin Otters.
|
Airport Location and Contact |
|
|---|---|
|
Country |
Dominica |
|
Province or District |
Saint Paul |
|
Nearest Town or City |
Roseau 5 km |
|
Airport’s Complete Name |
Canefield Airport |
|
Latitude |
15.33666667 |
|
Longitude |
61.39222222 |
|
Elevation (ft and m) |
13 ft / 4 m |
|
IATA Code |
DCF |
|
ICAO Code |
TDCF |
|
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Dominica Air and Sea Ports Authority (DASPA) |
|
Management Contact Person |
Mr. Benoit Bardouille +1 767 448 4009 / +1 767 235 4009 |
|
NGO and/or UN Presence at Airport? |
No |
Runway(s)
|
Runway #1 |
|
|---|---|
|
Runway Dimensions |
954 (m) X 23 (m) |
|
Runway Orientation |
n/a |
|
Runway Surface |
Asphalt |
|
Magnetic Variation |
14° West |
Airport Infrastructure Details
|
Infrastructure |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
|
Passenger / Cargo Security Screening |
Yes |
Runway Lighting |
No |
|
Refueling Capacity |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
|
Air Traffic Control |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Equipment |
Yes |
|
Weather Information |
Yes |
Aircraft Parking Space |
Yes |
|
Navigation Aids |
Yes |
Perimeter Fencing |
Yes |
|
Windsock |
Yes |
|
|
Fuel Services Charges
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
|
|---|---|
|
Jet A-1 |
1.26 USD |
|
Avgas |
N/A |
Landing Charges
For information on Landing Charges, please see the following documents:
2.3 Dominica Road Network
Dominica has 1,512 kilometres of roadways, 762 kilometres of these roadways are paved. Dominicans drive on the left. Roads run primarily along the coastline and along river valleys. Major roads are two-lane highways which connect the capital, Roseau, with Portsmouth (Edward Oliver Leblanc Highway) and the Douglas-Charles Airport (Dr. Nicholas Liverpool Highway). Private minibuses form the major public transport system.
Roads on Dominica are known to be treacherous, with very steep terrain, narrow and winding with multiple blind curves. Some roads may be lined with steep embankments, and many are without protective siding to prevent cars from sliding off. Rain is heavy in Dominica, particularly on the island's interior during the wetter summer months, and road conditions can deteriorate quickly under the assault of heavy rains.
Many roads may be paved, though roads in remote, rural, and other areas that are not in good repair can be quite damaged. Road signs may be non-existent outside of major areas, and most roads are not lit in the evenings. It is recommended to avoid driving at night, and exercise caution in order to avoid pedestrians and other aggressive drivers who may throw caution to the wind while on the road.
The indicated sections of road have shown to be particularly susceptible to flooding and landslides.
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List
Distance Matrix
Given Dominica’s topography, it has a limited road network, and this makes travel to the island's airport and seaports time-consuming.
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Distances from Capital City to Major Towns (km) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Roseau |
Ports- mouth |
Soufriere |
Marigot |
La Plaine |
Grandbay |
|
|
Roseau |
44 |
14 |
44 |
40 |
18 |
|
|
Portsmouth |
44 |
55 |
35 |
64 |
58 |
|
|
Soufriere |
14 |
55 |
56 |
50 |
20 |
|
|
Marigot |
44 |
35 |
56 |
50 |
58 |
|
|
La Plaine |
40 |
64 |
50 |
50 |
57 |
|
|
Grandbay |
18 |
58 |
20 |
58 |
57 |
|
Travel Time Matrix
|
Travel Time from Capital City to Major Towns (hours’ minutes”) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Roseau |
Ports- mouth |
Soufriere |
Marigot |
La Plaine |
Grandbay |
|
|
Roseau |
1’10” |
35” |
1’15” |
1’10” |
40” |
|
|
Portsmouth |
1’10” |
1’30” |
58” |
1’40” |
1’30” |
|
|
Soufriere |
35” |
1’30” |
1’40” |
1’45” |
40” |
|
|
Marigot |
1’15” |
58” |
1’40” |
1’30” |
1’40” |
|
|
La Plaine |
1’10” |
1’40” |
1’45” |
1’30” |
1’50” |
|
|
Grandbay |
40” |
1’30” |
40” |
1’40” |
1’50” |
|
Road Security
Traffic laws, such as speed limits and seat belt requirements, are not typically enforced, and drivers should exercise extreme caution while on the road because of this. Visitors can obtain a Driving Permit which costs US$12 and is available in car rental companies and are also available at Traffic & Licensing Department on High Street in Roseau. For more information see the following attached:
Weighbridges and Axle Load Limits
Most of Dominica bridges are old and not in good repair, in hurricane seasons can be damaged. Please see attached Access Constraints Maps from after Hurricane Maria hit the island in September 2017.
2.4 Dominica Railway Assessment
There is no operating railroad in Dominica.
2.5 Dominica Waterways Assessment
In coastal areas, maritime transport is available for international maritime transportation of passengers, break bulk cargo and container shipping provided by fishing vessels, freight barges and ferries. The rivers of Dominica are not used for cargo or passenger transportation.
For more information on government contact details, please see
the following link: 4.1
Government Contact List
Company Information
L’Express des Iles is the only inter-island fast ferry company that connects Dominica with the islands of Martinique, Guadeloupe, Marie-Galante, Les Saintes, and St. Lucia.
For more information on waterway company contact details, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
| Passenger Carrying Capacity | |
|---|---|
| L'Express des Iles | |
|
Number of Passenger Vessels |
N/A |
|
Number of Passenger Vessels |
N/A |
|
Number of Passenger Vessels |
N/A |
|
Number of Passenger Vessels |
2 |
|
Passenger Carrying Capacity |
|
|---|---|
|
L’Express des Iles |
|
|
Boats |
|
|
Number of Boats |
2 |
|
Tonnage / Volume Carrying Capacity (MT / m3) |
63 MT |
For more information please see the following documents:
Travel Time Matrix
|
Travel Time from Main port to other major Ports on Ferry (h’min”) |
||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Roseau, Dominica |
Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadalupe |
Fort de France, Martinique |
Castries, Sainte Lucia |
|
|
Roseau, Dominica |
2’30” |
2’30” |
4’30” |
|
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Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadalupe |
2’30” |
4’45” |
6’45” |
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Fort de France, Martinique |
2’30” |
4’45” |
1’30” |
|
|
Castries, Sainte Lucia |
4’30” |
6’45” |
1’30” |
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Key Routes
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Key Route Information Domestic / International |
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|---|---|---|---|
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From: Dominica To: Guadalupe |
From: Dominica To: Martinique |
From: To: Saint Lucia |
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Total Distance (km) |
113 |
97 |
154 |
|
Seasonal Effects |
No |
No |
No |
|
Regular Traffic Passenger / Cargo |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Companies Operating Along the Route |
L’Express des Iles |
L’Express des Iles |
L’Express des Iles |
|
Security Concerns |
No |
No |
No |
|
Main Ports |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Port Information
|
Key Port Information |
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|---|---|---|---|
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Ferry Terminal |
Roseau Port |
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|
Location |
Roseau |
Roseau |
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|
Berth |
160 ft / 49 m |
263 ft / 80 m |
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Contact Information |
H.V Whitchurch & Co Ltd. HP.O. Box 771 Roseau 1-767-255 1125/255 1127 |
DASPA Woodbridge Bay Port P.O. Box 243 Roseau (767) 448-4431 (767) 448-6131 |
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Connections with Other Transport Means |
Road |
Road |
|
|
Storage Capacity (m2 and m3) |
14 m2 (temporary storage) |
No |
|
|
Handling Equipment |
No |
No |
|
|
Customs Clearance Available |
Yes |
No |
|
|
Other Comments |
Initially constructed in 1995 and refurbished in 2007, it is conveniently located in the Capital of Dominica with small port facilities for passengers. |
Cruise ships dock at a dedicated pier ("Roseau Cruise Ship Berth") located near the downtown. |
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2.6 Dominica Storage Assessment
Storage facilities throughout Dominica is limited, most of the warehouses (public and private) are located in Roseau because of the proximity of the main port. In case of a natural disaster there are two warehouses of the Office of Disaster Management (ODM) that are located in Jimmit. During the last emergency in October 2017, Woodbridge Bay Port facilities were used to support the emergency response. There are no proper storage facilities in the east coast area which is most vulnerable area to tropical cyclone disasters.
Commercial Storage is available for rent primarily in the west coast near Belfast as there is an industrial compound. There is limited storage available.
Due to the last emergency situation humanitarian organization used small infrastructures as temporary warehouses.
Commercial Storage
|
Location |
Owner |
Available for Rent |
Capacity (MT / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
Used by Humanitarian Organization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Belfast |
Coconut Products +17672356293 |
Yes, Availability depending on demand |
1000 m2 |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact. |
Yes, Caritas |
|
Belfast |
Coconut Products +17672356293 |
Yes, Availability depending on demand |
1000 m2 |
Open storage |
Flat |
Appears intact |
No |
|
Canefield |
|
Yes, Availability depending on demand |
1200 m2 |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, IOM |
|
Woodford Hill |
|
Yes, Availability depending on demand |
|
|
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, IOM |
|
Canefield |
Coca Cola |
No, Only for emergency situation |
360 m2 |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, Red Cross |
|
Canefield |
Depex |
No, Only for emergency situation |
307 m2 |
Hardwall |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, Red Cross |
|
Castle comfort |
Krazy Coconut |
Yes, Availability depending on demand |
320 m2 |
Hardwall |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, Red Cross |
|
Rosalie Bay |
Rosalie Bay Hotel |
No, Only for emergency situation |
1000 m2 |
Open storage |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, IsraAID |
|
La Pleine |
Ecomart |
No, Only for emergency situation |
60 m2 |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, Red Cross |
|
Grand bay |
Primary School |
No, Only for emergency situation |
70 m2 |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, Caritas |
|
Jimmit |
Office of Disaster Management |
No, Only for emergency situation |
1200 m2 |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
No |
|
Jimmit |
Office of Disaster Management |
No, Only for emergency situation |
420 m2 |
Concrete |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
No |
|
Roseau, Woodbridge Bay Port |
DASPA |
No, Only for emergency situation |
240 m2 |
Rub –hall |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, WFP |
|
Roseau, Woodbridge Bay Port |
DASPA |
No, Only for emergency situation |
320 m2 |
Rub –hall |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, WFP |
|
Roseau, Woodbridge Bay Port |
DASPA |
No, Only for emergency situation |
240 m2 |
Rub –hall |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, WFP |
|
Portsmouth |
DASPA |
No, Only for emergency situation |
320 m2 |
Rub –hall |
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, WFP |
|
Marigot (Douglas Charles Airport) |
DASPA |
No, Only for emergency situation |
240 m2 |
Rub –hall
|
Flat |
Appears intact.
|
Yes, WFP |
[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
Cold Chain
There are no cold chain facilities in Dominica with the exception of the Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) which have limited storage for blood. Options for cold chain storage could include refrigerated containers.
2.7 Dominica Milling Assessment
There are no milling services