Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba

Port of Oranjestad (BQ ORA)

UN/LOCODE
BQ ORA
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
7.9 m
Body of water
Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
Port of Oranjestad, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba © Carel Frederik Bendorp I (1736-1814) · Public domain
Port information
Region
BQ-SE
Also known as
Orange Baai; Orange Stad
Coordinates
17.4833, -62.9833 (17°29′N 62°59′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair
Tidal range
0.8 m
Anchorage depth
20 m
Cargo pier depth
3.4 m
Oil terminal depth
18.6 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
415 m × 50 m × 28.7 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Limited Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Liquid bulk Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Diesel fuel Provisions

Oranjestad is a seaport on the coast of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Small, with a Open roadstead layout. The channel depth runs to 7.9 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Oranjestad located?
Oranjestad is a seaport in Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Oranjestad?
The UN/LOCODE for Oranjestad is BQ ORA.
What is the channel depth at Oranjestad?
The channel depth at Oranjestad is 7.9 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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