Port of Takula Terminal

AOTAK🇦🇴Angola

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About Port of Takula Terminal

Takula Terminal is an offshore oil terminal located off the coast of Angola. It serves as a loading facility for crude oil, primarily handling tankers. The terminal is equipped with a Single Point Mooring (SPM) system.

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
46485 →
Wikidata
Q111386525 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Latitude
-5.2167°
Longitude
11.7833°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Takula Terminal?

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The approach to Takula Terminal is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ponta Do Táfe Lighthouse at 31.2 NM to the SE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Takula Terminal on?

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The Port of Takula Terminal is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in AO. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Takula Terminal?

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You can track vessels near Takula Terminal (AOTAK) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Takula Terminal?

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The Port of Takula Terminal is a port in AO. Its UN/LOCODE is AOTAK — 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 AOTAK 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 Takula Terminal?

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The Port of Takula Terminal 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.