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Port of Porto Saco (Portosalazar)

AOPSA🇦🇴Angola

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About Port of Porto Saco (Portosalazar)

Also known as: Porto Saco, Porto Salazar

Porto Saco is an Angolan port located on the Atlantic coast. It serves as a general cargo facility, equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
17ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
10m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
46610 →
GeoNames ID
3346348 →
Wikidata
Q21411123 →
Seamark Type
harbour

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AOPSA
Country
🇦🇴Angola
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
West Africa
Latitude
-15.1300°
Longitude
12.1370°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Porto Saco (Portosalazar)?

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The approach to Porto Saco (Portosalazar) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ponta Do Giraúl Lighthouse at 1.4 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Ponta Do Noronha (3.4 NM S), Fortaleza De São Fernando (3.9 NM S), Rio Dos Flamingos (26.8 NM SSW), Ponta Piambo (27.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Porto Saco (Portosalazar) on?

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The Port of Porto Saco (Portosalazar) 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 Porto Saco (Portosalazar)?

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You can track vessels near Porto Saco (Portosalazar) (AOPSA) 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 AOPSA on the live map.

Where is the Port of Porto Saco (Portosalazar)?

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The Port of Porto Saco (Portosalazar) is a port in AO. Its UN/LOCODE is AOPSA — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE AOPSA mean?

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The first two characters, AO, are the ISO country code for AO. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Porto Saco (Portosalazar)?

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The Port of Porto Saco (Portosalazar) 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.