Panama

Port of Puerto Cristobal (PA CTB)

UN/LOCODE
PA CTB
Harbor size
Medium
Channel depth
12.5 m
Body of water
Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Panama
Port information
Region
PA-3
Coordinates
9.3500, -79.9167 (9°21′N 79°55′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
1 m
Anchorage depth
7.9 m
Cargo pier depth
12.5 m
Oil terminal depth
9.4 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
366.4 m × 60 m × 13.5 m
Services
Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Small Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes
Facilities
RoRo Other Wharves Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk LNG terminal Oil terminal
Cranes
Mobile 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
#346
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #346
198.08
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 198.08

Located in Panama, the port of Puerto Cristobal serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Puerto Cristobal has a Medium harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Puerto Cristobal work with a channel depth of 12.5 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Puerto Cristobal located?
Puerto Cristobal is a seaport in Panama.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Puerto Cristobal?
The UN/LOCODE for Puerto Cristobal is PA CTB.
What is the channel depth at Puerto Cristobal?
The channel depth at Puerto Cristobal is 12.5 m.
Nearby ports
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