Brazil

Port of Santos (BR SSZ)

UN/LOCODE
BR SSZ
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
12.5 m
Nearest city
Santos
Body of water
South Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Brazil
Port of Santos, Brazil © Claus Bunks aka Afrobrasil on flickr · CC BY 3.0
Port information
Region
BR-SP
Coordinates
-23.9500, -46.3000 (23°57′S 46°18′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, natural
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
1 m
Anchorage depth
9.4 m
Cargo pier depth
11 m
Oil terminal depth
11 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
354 m × 49 m × 15 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Large Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Container Mediterranean mooring 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 Provisions
Ratings
#358
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #358
365.48
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 365.48

Santos is a seaport on the coast of Brazil, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a Coastal, natural layout. The channel depth runs to 12.5 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Santos located?
Santos is a seaport in Brazil.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Santos?
The UN/LOCODE for Santos is BR SSZ.
What is the channel depth at Santos?
The channel depth at Santos is 12.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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