Canada

Port of Vancouver (CA VAN)

Canada
Port of Vancouver, Canada © Reg Natarajan from Vancouver, Bogotá · CC BY 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE CA VAN
Coordinates 49.2833, -123.1167 (49°17′N 123°07′W)
Region CA-BC
Nearest city Vancouver
Body of water Alaska-Canada coastal waters; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Coastal, natural
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 4 m
Channel depth 23.2 m
Anchorage depth 23.2 m
Cargo pier depth 14 m
Oil terminal depth 4.9 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 367 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 Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #375
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 209.21

Vancouver 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 23.2 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Vancouver located?
Vancouver is a seaport in Canada.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Vancouver?
The UN/LOCODE for Vancouver is CA VAN.
What is the channel depth at Vancouver?
The channel depth at Vancouver is 23.2 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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