Overview
FAIRWINDS TERMINAL SERVICES is an operational harbour facility in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. It serves as a key Marine Utilities hub for cargo handling and vessel services.
FAIRWINDS TERMINAL SERVICES is a harbour facility located at 500 Orapax Street in Norfolk, Virginia, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's marine logistics network, supporting cargo handling and vessel operations in the Port of Virginia area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for shoreside operations. As a harbour, it likely handles a mix of cargo types, with typical infrastructure for bulk or containerized goods. The NAICS codes 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) and 488320 (Marine Cargo Handling) indicate both shipyard and cargo handling activities. Located in Norfolk, a major port city on the East Coast, the facility is part of a dense industrial and maritime zone. Its operations contribute to the local economy and supply chain, with environmental management focusing on stormwater runoff, oil-water separation, and compliance with MARPOL Annexes for waste reception.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Norfolk, Virginia, near the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic coastal habitats. Operations involve cargo handling and ship services, which require careful management of stormwater runoff, oil-water separation, and waste reception to protect sensitive estuarine ecosystems. Compliance with US EPA VGP and NPDES permits is essential for minimizing environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
FAIRWINDS TERMINAL SERVICES is located at 500 Orapax Street in Norfolk, Virginia, United States.
It is a harbour facility that handles marine cargo and provides vessel services, including ship building and repairing as well as marine cargo handling.
The facility operates under the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) and NPDES permits for stormwater and wastewater management, ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
Key environmental aspects include stormwater runoff control, oil-water separation, and proper waste reception to protect the nearby Chesapeake Bay ecosystem.
It is part of the broader Port of Virginia network, supporting cargo logistics and vessel services in one of the East Coast's major maritime hubs.
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