Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba

Port of Oranjestad (BQ ORA)

Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
Also known as: Orange Baai; Orange Stad
Port of Oranjestad, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba © Carel Frederik Bendorp I (1736-1814) · Public domain
Port information
UN/LOCODE BQ ORA
Coordinates 17.4833, -62.9833 (17°29′N 62°59′W)
Region BQ-SE
Body of water Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type Open roadstead
Shelter Fair
Tidal range 0.8 m
Channel depth 7.9 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
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits No
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Liquid bulk
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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