Turks and Caicos Islands

Port of Grand Turk (TC GDT)

Turks and Caicos Islands
Also known as: Cockburn Town
Port information
UN/LOCODE TC GDT
Coordinates 21.4333, -71.1500 (21°26′N 71°09′W)
Nearest city Grand Turk
Body of water North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry No
Harbor
Harbor size Very small
Harbor type Open roadstead
Shelter Good
Tidal range 0.8 m
Channel depth 12.5 m
Anchorage depth 12.5 m
Cargo pier depth 4.9 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory No
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance No
Repairs Limited
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection No
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits No
Facilities
RoRo Anchorage Breakbulk Container
Cranes
Fixed crane Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel
Ratings
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 8.2

Grand Turk operates as a working harbor in Turks and Caicos Islands, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Very small harbor laid out as Open roadstead sets the scale of operations at Grand Turk. Draft at the approach to Grand Turk is constrained by a 12.5 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Grand Turk located?
Grand Turk is a seaport in Turks and Caicos Islands.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Grand Turk?
The UN/LOCODE for Grand Turk is TC GDT.
What is the channel depth at Grand Turk?
The channel depth at Grand Turk is 12.5 m.
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