USA

Port of Wilmington (US ILM)

USA
Port of Wilmington, USA © Jason W. Smith · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE US ILM
Coordinates 34.2333, -77.9500 (34°14′N 77°57′W)
Region US-NC
Nearest city Wilmington
Body of water North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Good
Tidal range 1.2 m
Channel depth 11 m
Anchorage depth 9.4 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Oil terminal depth 11 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
Dry dock Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #276
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 59.71

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

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Wilmington located?
Wilmington is a seaport in USA.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Wilmington?
The UN/LOCODE for Wilmington is US ILM.
What is the channel depth at Wilmington?
The channel depth at Wilmington is 11 m.
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