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Port of Mechelen

BEECH🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Mechelen

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

Mechelen is a port situated on the Brussels–Scheldt Maritime Canal in Belgium. It serves as a transshipment point for goods moving between inland waterways and coastal shipping. The port handles various bulk and general cargo.

Background
Mechelen is a city and municipality in the province of Antwerp in the Flemish Region of Belgium. The municipality comprises the city of Mechelen proper, some quarters at its outskirts, the hamlets of Nekkerspoel (adjacent) and Battel, as well as the villages of Walem, Heffen, Leest, Hombeek, and Muizen. The city is often referred to as the Dijlestad as the river Dyle (Dijle) flows through it.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
24m

Region

Subdivision
BE-VAN
Body of Water
Brussels–Scheldt Maritime Canal
Latitude
51.0333°
Longitude
4.4667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2799508 →
Wikidata
Q162022 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.mechelen.be →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Mechelen?+
The Port of Mechelen 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 Mechelen?+
You can track vessels near Mechelen (BEECH) 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 BEECH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Mechelen?+
The Port of Mechelen 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.