Guyana

Port of Georgetown (GY GEO)

Guyana
Also known as: Demerara
Port of Georgetown, Guyana © Johnldasilva · CC BY 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE GY GEO
Coordinates 6.8333, -58.1667 (6°50′N 58°10′W)
Nearest city Georgetown
Body of water North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Good
Tidal range 2.6 m
Channel depth 6.9 m
Anchorage depth 4.5 m
Cargo pier depth 6 m
Oil terminal depth 6.4 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 190 m × 32 m × 8.2 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
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 Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Fresh water Diesel fuel
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #313
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 101.04

Georgetown is a seaport on the coast of Guyana, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Medium, with a River, natural layout. The channel depth runs to 6.9 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Georgetown located?
Georgetown is a seaport in Guyana.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Georgetown?
The UN/LOCODE for Georgetown is GY GEO.
What is the channel depth at Georgetown?
The channel depth at Georgetown is 6.9 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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