Canada

Port of Halifax (CA HAL)

Canada
Port of Halifax, Canada © RoskovaQc · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE CA HAL
Coordinates 44.6500, -63.5833 (44°39′N 63°35′W)
Region CA-NS
Nearest city Halifax
Body of water North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Coastal, natural
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 2 m
Channel depth 20.1 m
Anchorage depth 12.5 m
Cargo pier depth 15.5 m
Oil terminal depth 14 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory 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 ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #29
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 229.54

Halifax is a seaport on the coast of Canada, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a Coastal, natural layout. The channel depth runs to 20.1 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Halifax located?
Halifax is a seaport in Canada.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Halifax?
The UN/LOCODE for Halifax is CA HAL.
What is the channel depth at Halifax?
The channel depth at Halifax is 20.1 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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