Uruguay

Port of Montevideo (UY MVD)

Uruguay
Port information
UN/LOCODE UY MVD
Coordinates -34.9000, -56.2167 (34°54′S 56°13′W)
Nearest city Montevideo
Body of water South Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Good
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 11 m
Anchorage depth 7.9 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Oil terminal depth 7.9 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
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #311
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 237.21

Located in Uruguay, the port of Montevideo serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Montevideo has a Medium harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Montevideo work with a channel depth of 11.0 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Montevideo located?
Montevideo is a seaport in Uruguay.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Montevideo?
The UN/LOCODE for Montevideo is UY MVD.
What is the channel depth at Montevideo?
The channel depth at Montevideo is 11 m.
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