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Port of Kachtem

BEKCT🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Kachtem

Also known as: Canal de Roulers a la Lys, Canal de Roulers à la Lys, Kanaal van Roeselare naar de Leie, Leie-Roeselare Canal

Kachtem is a canal port located in West Flanders, Belgium. It serves as a transshipment point for goods moving along the inland waterway network.

Background
Kachtem est une section de la ville belge d'Izegem, en province de Flandre-Occidentale. C'était une commune à part entière avant la fusion des communes de 1977.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
18m

Region

Subdivision
BE-VWV
Latitude
50.9333°
Longitude
3.1833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2787886 →
Wikidata
Q2333747 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kachtem?+
The approach to Kachtem is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oostende Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at 20.2 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (24.1 NM N), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (24.3 NM N), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (24.4 NM N), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (25.8 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 Kachtem?+
The Port of Kachtem 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 Kachtem?+
You can track vessels near Kachtem (BEKCT) 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 BEKCT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kachtem?+
The Port of Kachtem 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.