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Port of Daknam

BEDKN🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Daknam

Also known as: Canal de Stekene, Kanaal van Stekene

Daknam is a canal port located in Lokeren, Belgium, situated on the Durme river. It serves as a local transshipment point for goods moving along the waterway.

Background
Daknam est une section de la ville belge de Lokeren située en Région flamande dans la province de Flandre-Orientale. Le village se trouve au bord de la Durme. C'était une commune à part entière avant la fusion des communes de 1977.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
4m

Region

Subdivision
BE-VOV
Latitude
51.1333°
Longitude
3.9833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2786086 →
Wikidata
Q2523101 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Daknam?+
The approach to Daknam is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front Lighthouse at 31.4 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (31.5 NM WNW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (32.2 NM WNW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (32.6 NM WNW), Verklikker (37 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Daknam?+
The Port of Daknam 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 Daknam?+
You can track vessels near Daknam (BEDKN) 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 BEDKN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Daknam?+
The Port of Daknam 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.