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Port of Dessel

BEDSE🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Dessel

Also known as: Canal d'Embranchement vers Hasselt, Hasselt Branch, Kanaal Dessel-Kwaadmechelen

Dessel is a canal port in Belgium's Antwerp province. It historically handles general cargo vessels.

Background
Dessel is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Antwerp. The municipality comprises only the town of Dessel proper. In 2021, Dessel had a total population of 9,659 inhabitants. The total area is 27.03 km2.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
24m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2799508 →
Wikidata
Q386732 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.dessel.be →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
BE-VAN
Area
Inland, Europe
Latitude
51.2256°
Longitude
5.1167°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Dessel?+
The Port of Dessel 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 Dessel?+
You can track vessels near Dessel (BEDSE) 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 BEDSE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Dessel?+
The Port of Dessel 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 Dessel?+
DESSEL (UN/Locode: BEDSE), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 51.22562° N, 5.11667° E.
Where is the Port of Dessel located?+
Coordinates: 51.22562° N, 5.11667° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MOL — UN/Locode: BEMLO — 51.18000° N, 5.10000° EBALEN — UN/Locode: BEBLE — 51.17000° N, 5.15000° EMEERHOUT — UN/Locode: BEMEH — 51.13000° N, 5.08000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Dessel?+
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 Dessel?+
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 Dessel?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo.