Belgium

Port of Oostende (BE OST)

UN/LOCODE
BE OST
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
4.9 m
Nearest city
Oostende
Body of water
North Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Belgium
Port of Oostende, Belgium © Georges Jansoone · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Region
BE-VWV
Also known as
Ostend
Coordinates
51.2333, 2.9167 (51°14′N 2°55′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
River, tide gates
Shelter
Fair
Tidal range
5 m
Anchorage depth
6.4 m
Cargo pier depth
4.9 m
Oil terminal depth
3.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Limited Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions

Oostende is a seaport on the coast of Belgium, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Small, with a River, tide gates layout. The channel depth runs to 4.9 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Oostende located?
Oostende is a seaport in Belgium.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Oostende?
The UN/LOCODE for Oostende is BE OST.
What is the channel depth at Oostende?
The channel depth at Oostende is 4.9 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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