Port of Eden

The Port of Eden is a small seaport situated in Twofold Bay, adjacent to the town of Eden, located in the South Coast region of New South Wales, Australia.The Port is home to one of the largest fishing fleets in New South Wales; and woodchip export is currently the major trade for the port, exporting 1007643t for the year to 30 June 2011. Major vessel movements occur between Japan, China and Korea.Principal imports are break bulk and machinery and equipment, mainly for the oil and gas industry. Principal exports are hardwood and softwood woodchips, softwood logs, explosives, and machinery and equipment for the oil and gas industry.Since 1 December 2011, the port has been managed by Sydney Ports Corporation, a corporation owned by the Government of New South Wales.IndustriesThe port is a principal export point for timber products. During the year ended 30 June 2011, South East Fibre Exports Pty Limited exported 1007643t in woodchips to customers located in Japan and Korea. Woodchip storage and packaging facilities were constructed by Harris Daishowa in 1971.A substantial fishing fleet also operates from the port and from Snug Cove.Minor port uses include import and export services for the towns of Eden, Bega, Bombala and Cooma, and as a stopover for national and international cruise ships.