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Port of Antwerpen

BEANR🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Antwerpen

Antwerp is a major European seaport situated on the tidal Scheldt River in Belgium. It handles a wide range of cargo, including containers, bulk, and liquid bulk, serving large vessels with depths up to 14.95 meters. The port is a significant hub for general cargo, tankers, and gas carriers.

Background
Antwerp is a city and a municipality in the Flemish Region of Belgium. It is the capital and largest city of Antwerp Province, and the third-largest municipality in Belgium by area at 208.22 km2 (80.39 sq mi). With a population of 565,039, it is the most populous municipality in Belgium, and with a metropolitan population of over 1.2 million people, the country's second-largest metropolitan area after Brussels.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
14.95m
Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A
Terminals
11

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31250 →
GeoNames ID
11876632 →
Wikidata
Q12892 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.antwerpen.be →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BEANR
Country
🇧🇪Belgium
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
BE-VAN
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Antwerp Area
Body of Water
Scheldt
Latitude
51.3025°
Longitude
4.3115°

Terminals (11)

ANTWERP CONTAINER TERMINAL (K730)

SEA-INVEST ANTWERP CONTAINER TERMINAL (ACOT)

Sea-invest, 730, Antwerpsebaan 57, 2040 Antwerp, Belgium

www.sea-invest.com →

ANTWERP EUROTERMINAL (K1329-K1347)

ANTWERP EUROTERMINAL NV

Blikken, Haven 1333, 9130 Verrebroek, Belgium

aet.be →

ANTWERP GATEWAY TERMINAL (K1700-K1710)

DP WORLD (ANTWERP)

DP World Antwerp, 1700-1710, Molenweg Haven 1950, 9130 Doel, Belgium

www.dpworld.com →

ASSOCIATED TERMINAL OPERATORS (K400)

ASSOCIATED TERMINAL OPERATORS (ATO)

Zandvoort 2, Haven 400, 2030 Antwerp, Belgium

ato-antwerp.com →

BELGIAN NEW FRUIT WHARF (K184-K238)

SEA-INVEST FRUIT AND FOOD DIVISION

Rostockweg 1, Haven 184-238, 2030 Antwerp, Belguim

www.sea-invest.com →

CHURCHILL TERMINAL (K416-K430)

NOVA NATIE NV

Wilmarsstraat 416, Haven 416-430, 2030 Antwerp, Belgium

www.nova.be →

EUROPORTS CONTAINERS (K524)

EUROPORTS CONTAINERS Q524 NV

Muisbroeklaan 61 (Kaai 524), 2030 Antwerp, Belgium

www.euroports.com →

MPET DEURGANCK DOCK EAST (K1718)

MSC PSA EUROPEAN TERMINAL

Sint-Antoniusweg, 9130 Doel, Belgium

www.mpet.be →

MPET DEURGANCK DOCK WEST (K1742)

MSC PSA EUROPEAN TERMINAL

Sint-Antoniusweg, 9130 Doel, Belgium

www.mpet.be →

PSA EUROPA TERMINAL (K869)

PSA ANTWERP

Scheldelaan 495, Haven 851-869, 2040 Antwerp, Belgium

www.psa-antwerp.be →

PSA NOORDZEE TERMINAL (K913)

PSA ANTWERP

Scheldelaan 601, Haven 901-913, 2040 Antwerp, Belgium

www.psa-antwerp.be →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Antwerpen?+
The controlling depth at Antwerpen is 14.95 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Antwerpen?+
The approach to Antwerpen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Verklikker Lighthouse at 34 NM to the NW. Other aids include Brielle (36.5 NM N), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (41.2 NM W), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (41.4 NM W), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (41.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Antwerpen?+
The Port of Antwerpen 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 Antwerpen?+
You can track vessels near Antwerpen (BEANR) 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 BEANR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Antwerpen?+
The Port of Antwerpen 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.
What is the Port of Antwerpen?+
ANTWERP (UN/Locode: BEANR), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 51.30249° N, 4.31146° E.
Where is the Port of Antwerpen located?+
Coordinates: 51.30249° N, 4.31146° E. Nearby terminals/ports:KALLO — UN/Locode: BEKOU — 51.25000° N, 4.28000° EZWIJNDRECHT — UN/Locode: BEZWL — 51.22000° N, 4.33000° EMERKSEM — UN/Locode: BEMRK — 51.24057° N, 4.44906° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Antwerpen?+
Depths: maximum draft approx. 14.95 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Antwerpen?+
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 Antwerpen?+
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 Antwerpen?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Ro Ro, Special Craft, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Antwerpen?+
Ship suppliers include THB Verhoef BV, Spares Center Rotterdam B.V. and Ocean Waves Maritime Service Ltd. + more.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Antwerpen?+
Service providers include Cobalt Blue Ltd, Hans Lutz Maschinenfabrik GmbH and Inglasco International Ltd + more.