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Port of Esquelmes

BEEQM🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Esquelmes

Esquelmes is a canal port located in the Walloon region of Belgium. It serves as a point on the inland waterway network. The port is situated along the Escaut River.

Background
Esquelmes est un village au bord de l'Escaut, situé en Wallonie picarde dans la province de Hainaut. Il fait administrativement partie de la commune de Pecq, en Région wallonne de Belgique. C'était une commune à part entière avant la fusion des communes de 1977.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
18m

Region

Subdivision
BE-WHT
Latitude
50.6667°
Longitude
3.3333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2797295 →
Wikidata
Q2473234 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Esquelmes?+
The approach to Esquelmes is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oostende Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at 37.1 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (40.4 NM N), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (40.6 NM N), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (40.7 NM N), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (42.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Esquelmes?+
The Port of Esquelmes 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 Esquelmes?+
You can track vessels near Esquelmes (BEEQM) 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 BEEQM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Esquelmes?+
The Port of Esquelmes 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.