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Port of Meerhout

BEMEH🇧🇪Belgium

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About Port of Meerhout

Meerhout is a Belgian seaport situated inland. Historically, it has handled general cargo and Ro-Ro vessels. The port has no specific tidal, swell, ice, or overhead restrictions.

Background
Meerhout is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Antwerp. The municipality only comprises the town of Meerhout proper. In 2021, Meerhout had a total population of 10,279. The total area is 36.29 km2 which gives a population density of 264 inhabitants per km2. In Meerhout some famous people have lived, like Kate Ryan.

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Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q846207 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.meerhout.be →

Identification

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

Region

Subdivision
BE-VAN
Latitude
51.1333°
Longitude
5.0833°

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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Meerhout?+
The Port of Meerhout 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 Meerhout?+
You can track vessels near Meerhout (BEMEH) 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 BEMEH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Meerhout?+
The Port of Meerhout 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 Meerhout?+
MEERHOUT (UN/Locode: BEMEH), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 51.13000° N, 5.08000° E.
Where is the Port of Meerhout located?+
Coordinates: 51.13000° N, 5.08000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MOL — UN/Locode: BEMLO — 51.18000° N, 5.10000° EBALEN — UN/Locode: BEBLE — 51.17000° N, 5.15000° ETESSENDERLO — UN/Locode: BETES — 51.07000° N, 5.08000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Meerhout?+
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 Meerhout?+
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 Meerhout?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo and Ro Ro.