Canada

Port of Montreal (CA MTR)

Canada
Port of Montreal, Canada © Parcours riverain - Ville de Montréal from Canada · CC BY 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE CA MTR
Coordinates 45.5167, -73.5500 (45°31′N 73°33′W)
Region CA-QC
Nearest city Montréal
Body of water Lake Ontario; Great Lakes
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Good
Channel depth 11 m
Anchorage depth 11 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Oil terminal depth 9.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice Yes
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves Mediterranean mooring
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): #338
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 104.54

Montreal is a seaport on the coast of Canada, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a River, natural layout. The channel depth runs to 11.0 m, a key limit on vessel draft. The port lies close to Montréal, the nearest major population center.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Montreal located?
Montreal is a seaport in Canada, near Montréal.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Montreal?
The UN/LOCODE for Montreal is CA MTR.
What is the channel depth at Montreal?
The channel depth at Montreal is 11 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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