A bustling port. That’s Phuoc Thai. Right here on the Thi Vai River. Phuoc Thai. A name whispered among sailors. A name etched in the history of trade along this vital waterway.
Phuoc Thai is a commune. It’s part of Long Thanh District in Dong Nai Province. It’s a multi-terminal river port. It handles a diverse mix of cargo. Liquid bulk dry bulk and breakbulk goods all pass through here. Think of the countless journeys. The goods carried across the waters. All touching down here at Phuoc Thai.
Imagine the size of the ships that once graced these waters. The largest breakbulk vessels reached 30000 deadweight tonnage. Tankers too were impressive. They could carry up to 6500 deadweight tonnage. This port played a crucial role in the region’s economy. Its strategic location gave it immense value. It facilitated trade for many years.
The river is deep enough for larger vessels. The maximum draft in the approach channel reaches 10.4 meters at high water. Foreign vessels over 1000 gross tonnage require a pilot. The port even operates 24 hours for vessels under 110 meters long. These ships were vital to the lifeblood of the region. It is a testament to the port’s significance.
But Phuoc Thai is more than just a port. It’s a community. In 1999 it had a population of 14153 people. That’s a density of 787 people per square kilometer. These individuals lived and worked near the water’s edge. Their lives intertwined with the rhythm of the tides. Their lives supported by the port’s activities.
Phuoc Thai. A place of industry. A place of community. A place where the past meets the present. A place worth exploring. A place to remember. It thrives on the river. It thrives in the heart of Vietnam.