🇦🇷 Neuquén, Argentina

Neuquén is a city located in Argentina, with a population of approximately 400,000 people. While it is not directly situated on the coast, it is an important hub for seafarers, shipowners, and crewing companies due to its proximity to the vast Vaca Muerta shale oil and gas reserves. These reserves have led to an increase in shipping activities, as well as the development of ports and shipyards in nearby cities such as Bahía Blanca and Nueva Palmira.