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Port of Kain

BEKAI🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Kain

Kain is a canal port located in Tournai, Belgium. Situated on the right bank of the Escaut river, it serves as a transit point for inland waterway traffic.

Background
Kain [kɛ̃] est une section de la ville belge de Tournai, située en Wallonie picarde dans la province de Hainaut, proche de la Flandre et de la France, Tournai fut pendant longtemps un des centres urbains les plus importants du comté de Flandre. Le village de Kain se situe entre Tournai et le Mont-Saint-Aubert, sur la rive droite de l'Escaut.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
18m

Region

Subdivision
BE-WHT
Latitude
50.6333°
Longitude
3.3667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2797295 →
Wikidata
Q1915730 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kain?+
The approach to Kain is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oostende Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at 39.4 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (42.5 NM N), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (42.7 NM N), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (42.8 NM N), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (44.3 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 Kain?+
The Port of Kain 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 Kain?+
You can track vessels near Kain (BEKAI) 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 BEKAI on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kain?+
The Port of Kain 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.