Venezuela

Port of Maracaibo (VE MAR)

UN/LOCODE
VE MAR
Harbor size
Medium
Channel depth
9.4 m
Nearest city
Maracaibo
Body of water
Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Venezuela
Port information
Coordinates
10.6333, -71.6000 (10°38′N 71°36′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Excellent
Anchorage depth
23.2 m
Cargo pier depth
9.4 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
199.9 m × 32.3 m × 10.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Limited Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Large Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes
Facilities
RoRo Other Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Mediterranean mooring
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Provisions
Ratings
18.77
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 18.77

Maracaibo operates as a working harbor in Venezuela, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Medium harbor laid out as Open roadstead sets the scale of operations at Maracaibo. Draft at the approach to Maracaibo is constrained by a 9.4 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Maracaibo located?
Maracaibo is a seaport in Venezuela.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Maracaibo?
The UN/LOCODE for Maracaibo is VE MAR.
What is the channel depth at Maracaibo?
The channel depth at Maracaibo is 9.4 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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