Belize

Port of Belize City (BZ BZE)

Belize
Port information
UN/LOCODE BZ BZE
Coordinates 17.5000, -88.1833 (17°30′N 88°11′W)
Nearest city Belize City
Body of water Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type Open roadstead
Shelter Good
Tidal range 0.8 m
Channel depth 18.2 m
Anchorage depth 7 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Oil terminal depth 4.9 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 140 m × 7.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Moderate
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits No
Facilities
RoRo Other Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel
Ratings
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 26.33

Belize City operates as a working harbor in Belize, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Small harbor laid out as Open roadstead sets the scale of operations at Belize City. Draft at the approach to Belize City is constrained by a 18.2 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Belize City located?
Belize City is a seaport in Belize.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Belize City?
The UN/LOCODE for Belize City is BZ BZE.
What is the channel depth at Belize City?
The channel depth at Belize City is 18.2 m.
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