Specifics of Freight Transportation on the Lena River
Navigation on the Lena River has a pronounced seasonal nature, determined by the periods of ice formation and ice breakup. Typically, navigation begins in late May to early June and ends in October. Ice breakup and ice formation significantly affect the timing and possibilities of navigation. The start and end of navigation depend on the opening and freezing dates of the river. Ice breakup usually occurs in spring when air temperatures rise and snow and ice begin to melt.
River freight transportation on the Lena requires thorough preparation and knowledge of the particular features of each river section. The presence of shallow areas, river bends, and current characteristics can create challenges for pilots. In the upper reaches (route Ust-Kut – Vitim), the river has a fast current and can be shallow, complicating navigation for larger vessels.
Depending on the river section, there are restrictions on vessel cargo capacity. For example, smaller vessels are used on the upper Lena compared to the lower reaches.
Overall, navigation on the Lena River is a challenging task that requires accounting for many factors. Nevertheless, due to active infrastructure development and accumulated expertise, the river remains a vital transport artery for the region.
Freight Transportation Routes during Navigation on the Lena River
Irkutsk Region, Ust-Kut City – Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Vitim settlement for the following customers:
- LLC "SBM Service Center", fields: Chayandinskoye Oil and Gas Condensate Field
- LLC "Well Cementing Center", fields: Chayandinskoye Oil and Gas Condensate Field, Verkhnechonskoye Oil and Gas Condensate Field
- LLC "Horizontal Drilling Center", field: Chayandinskoye Oil and Gas Condensate Field
- LLC "Blasting Inter Solutions", field: Ignalinskoye Oil and Gas Condensate Field
Irkutsk Region, Ust-Kut City – Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Lensk City for the following customers:
- LLC "SBM Service Center", fields: Tas-Yuryakh Oil and Gas Condensate Field, Verkhnevilyuchanskoye Oil and Gas Condensate Field
- LLC "Well Cementing Center", fields: Tas-Yuryakh Oil and Gas Condensate Field, Verkhnevilyuchanskoye Oil and Gas Condensate Field
- LLC "Horizontal Drilling Center", field: Verkhnevilyuchanskoye Oil and Gas Condensate Field
Photo gallery
