Port of Liepaja (LV LPX)
Latvia
Also known as: Libau
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| Port information | |
|---|---|
| UN/LOCODE | LV LPX |
| Coordinates | 56.5167, 21.0167 (56°31′N 21°01′E) |
| Region | LV-LPX |
| Nearest city | Liepāja |
| Body of water | Baltic Sea; North Atlantic Ocean |
| Harbor | |
|---|---|
| Harbor size | Medium |
| Harbor type | Coastal, breakwater |
| Shelter | Good |
| Channel depth | 11 m |
| Anchorage depth | 17.1 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 7.9 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 3.4 m |
| Max. vessel (L × B × draft) | 229 m × 35 m × 9.4 m |
| Services | |
|---|---|
| Pilotage compulsory | Yes |
| Tug assistance | Yes |
| Repairs | Limited |
| Dry dock | Large |
| Medical facilities | Yes |
| Nearest airport | Yes |
| Entrance restricted by ice | No |
| Entrance restricted by tide | No |
| Overhead limits | Yes |
Facilities
RoRo
Wharves
Breakbulk
Container
Solid bulk
Liquid bulk
Cranes
Fixed crane
Mobile crane
Lifts up to 24 t
Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil
Fresh water
Provisions
Ratings
Located in Latvia, the port of Liepaja serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Liepaja has a Medium harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Liepaja work with a channel depth of 11.0 m. Liepāja is the nearest city to Liepaja, linking the port to inland markets.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is the port of Liepaja located?
- Liepaja is a seaport in Latvia, near Liepāja.
- What is the UN/LOCODE of Liepaja?
- The UN/LOCODE for Liepaja is LV LPX.
- What is the channel depth at Liepaja?
- The channel depth at Liepaja is 11 m.
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- Shanghai China 7756 km
- Rotterdam Netherlands 1188 km
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- Hamburg Germany 779 km
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- Durban South Africa 9655 km
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