Colombia

Port of Barranquilla (CO BAQ)

Colombia
Port information
UN/LOCODE CO BAQ
Coordinates 10.9667, -74.7667 (10°58′N 74°46′W)
Nearest city Barranquilla
Body of water Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 2 m
Channel depth 7.9 m
Anchorage depth 11 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 200 m × 32.3 m × 12.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Moderate
Dry dock Small
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Other Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #187
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 63.08

Barranquilla operates as a working harbor in Colombia, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Medium harbor laid out as River, natural sets the scale of operations at Barranquilla. Draft at the approach to Barranquilla is constrained by a 7.9 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Barranquilla located?
Barranquilla is a seaport in Colombia.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Barranquilla?
The UN/LOCODE for Barranquilla is CO BAQ.
What is the channel depth at Barranquilla?
The channel depth at Barranquilla is 7.9 m.
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