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Port of Genk

BEGNK🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Genk

Genk is an inland port situated on the Albert Canal in Belgium, connecting it to Antwerp and Liège. It handles general cargo and is accessible to various vessel types.

Background
Genk is a municipality and city located in the Belgian province of Limburg near Hasselt. The municipality comprises only the town of Genk itself. It is one of the most important industrial towns in Flanders, located on the Albert Canal, between Antwerp and Liège.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
BE-VLI
Area
Inland, Europe
Body of Water
Albert Canal
Latitude
50.9258°
Longitude
5.4853°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BEGNK
Country
🇧🇪Belgium
Time Zone
UTC+1

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q189692 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.genk.be →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Genk?+
The Port of Genk 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 Genk?+
You can track vessels near Genk (BEGNK) 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 BEGNK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Genk?+
The Port of Genk 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 Genk?+
GENK (UN/Locode: BEGNK), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 50.92577° N, 5.48527° E.
Where is the Port of Genk located?+
Coordinates: 50.92577° N, 5.48527° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ZUTENDAAL — UN/Locode: BEZTL — 50.91905° N, 5.54277° EHASSELT — UN/Locode: BEHSS — 50.93333° N, 5.33333° EMAASTRICHT — UN/Locode: NLMST — 50.83867° N, 5.68582° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Genk?+
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 Genk?+
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 Genk?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.