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Port of OISTINS

BBOST🇧🇧Barbados

Port Location

About Port of OISTINS

Also known as: Ordnance Wharf

Oistins is a pier facility on the southern coast of Barbados. It primarily handles tankers and serves as a small port for the island.

Background
Oistins is a coastal area located in the country of Barbados. It is situated centrally along the coastline of the parish of Christ Church, and is the parish capital. The area includes a fishing village as well as a tourist area with a variety of bars, rum shops, and shopping arcades.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12035998 →
Wikidata
Q692475 →
Wikipedia
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Official Site
www.barbadosport.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BBOST
Country
🇧🇧Barbados
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
13.0574°
Longitude
-59.5388°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of OISTINS?+
The approach to OISTINS is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oistins Fishing Jetty Lighthouse at 4.4 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Needhams Point (4.5 NM WNW), Bridgetown Entrance Range Rear (6 NM WNW), Ragged Point (8.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of OISTINS on?+
The Port of OISTINS is situated on the Caribbean Sea in BB. 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 OISTINS?+
You can track vessels near OISTINS (BBOST) 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 BBOST on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of OISTINS?+
The Port of OISTINS operates in the UTC-4 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 OISTINS?+
OISTINS (UN/Locode: BBOST), Barbados is a seaport located at approximately 13.05743° N, -59.53882° E.
Where is the Port of OISTINS located?+
Coordinates: 13.05743° N, -59.53882° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BRIDGETOWN — UN/Locode: BBBGI — 13.10417° N, -59.63137° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of OISTINS?+
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 OISTINS?+
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 OISTINS?+
Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.