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Port of Afsnee

BEAFN🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Afsnee

Also known as: Canal de Jonction, Canal de Raccordement, Verbindingskanaal

Afsnee is a port located on the Ghent–Terneuzen Canal in Belgium. It serves as a transit point for various cargo types. The port is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Afsnee is a sub-municipality of the city of Ghent located in the province of East Flanders, Flemish Region, Belgium. It was a separate municipality until 1977. On 1 January 1977, it was merged into Ghent.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31270 →
GeoNames ID
2784883 →
Wikidata
Q607749 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.havengent.be →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BEAFN
Country
🇧🇪Belgium
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
BE-VOV
Body of Water
Ghent–Terneuzen Canal
Latitude
51.0333°
Longitude
3.6667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Afsnee?+
The approach to Afsnee is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at 25 NM to the NW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (25 NM NW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (25.6 NM NW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (26.5 NM NW), Oostende Entrance Range Front (30.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Afsnee?+
The Port of Afsnee is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Afsnee?+
You can track vessels near Afsnee (BEAFN) 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 BEAFN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Afsnee?+
The Port of Afsnee 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.