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Port of Benguela

AOBUG🇦🇴Angola

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About Port of Benguela

Benguela is a historic Angolan seaport, established in 1617. It historically served fishing vessels.

Background
Benguela is a city in western Angola, capital of Benguela Province. Benguela is one of Angola's most populous cities with a population of 555,124 in the city and 561,775 in the municipality, at the 2014 census.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
West Africa
Latitude
-12.5910°
Longitude
13.3790°

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q214248 →
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
AOBUG
Country
🇦🇴Angola
Time Zone
UTC+1

Operations & Services

History

Established
1617

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Benguela?+
The approach to Benguela is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Benguela Range Rear Lighthouse at 1.6 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Ponta Do Sombreiro (4.7 NM W), Lobito (20.6 NM NE), Ponta Das Salinas (29.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Benguela on?+
The Port of Benguela is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in AO. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Benguela?+
You can track vessels near Benguela (AOBUG) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for AOBUG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Benguela?+
The Port of Benguela operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Benguela?+
BENGUELA (UN/Locode: AOBUG), Angola is a seaport located at approximately -12.59100° N, 13.37900° E.
Where is the Port of Benguela located?+
Coordinates: -12.59100° N, 13.37900° E. Nearby terminals/ports:LOBITO — UN/Locode: AOLOB — -12.33300° N, 13.57400° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Benguela?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Benguela?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Benguela?+
Vessel types historically calling: Fishing.