South Africa

Port of Mossel Bay (ZA MZY)

UN/LOCODE
ZA MZY
Harbor size
Medium
Channel depth
7.9 m
Nearest city
Mossel Bay
Body of water
Indian Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
South Africa
Port of Mossel Bay, South Africa © Dellex · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Also known as
Aliwal
Coordinates
-34.1747, 22.1461 (34°10′S 22°09′E)
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Harbor use
Fishing
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
2 m
Anchorage depth
20.1 m
Cargo pier depth
7.2 m
Oil terminal depth
21 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
130 m × 6.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Limited Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions

Mossel Bay operates as a working harbor in South Africa, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Medium harbor laid out as Coastal, breakwater sets the scale of operations at Mossel Bay. Draft at the approach to Mossel Bay is constrained by a 7.9 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Mossel Bay located?
Mossel Bay is a seaport in South Africa.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Mossel Bay?
The UN/LOCODE for Mossel Bay is ZA MZY.
What is the channel depth at Mossel Bay?
The channel depth at Mossel Bay is 7.9 m.
Nearby ports
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