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Port of Benapole

BDBNP🇧🇩Bangladesh

Port Location

About Port of Benapole

Benapole is Bangladesh's largest land port, situated on the border with India. It serves as a primary gateway for bilateral trade, handling approximately 90% of goods imported from India. The port facilitates the export and import of various commodities.

Background
Benapole Land Port, is the largest land port of Bangladesh located in Benapole town of Sharsha Upazila in the Jessore District. This port is used to export-import good with India through Benapole-Petrapole border. This port is governed by Bangladesh Land Port Authority. About 90% of the imported Indian goods enter Bangladesh through this port.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
10m

Region

Latitude
23.0500°
Longitude
88.9000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BDBNP
Country
🇧🇩Bangladesh
Time Zone
UTC+6
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11703894 →
Wikidata
Q97353910 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Benapole?+
The approach to Benapole is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Panchpara Range Rear Lighthouse at 46.5 NM to the SW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Benapole on?+
The Port of Benapole is situated on the Indian Ocean in BD. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Benapole?+
You can track vessels near Benapole (BDBNP) 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 BDBNP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Benapole?+
The Port of Benapole operates in the UTC+6 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.