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Port of Nieuwpoort

BENIE🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Nieuwpoort

Also known as: Canal de Furnes, Canal de Furnes a Nieuport, Canal de Furnes à Nieuport, Canal de Nieupoort, Vaart van Veurne naar Nieuwpoort

Nieuwpoort is a small Belgian port situated on the Yser canal. It handles various cargo types including bulk, containers, and general cargo, serving vessels such as bulk carriers and tankers. The port features mobile and fixed cranes with lifting capacities up to 100 MT.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
5.03m
Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31320 →
GeoNames ID
2784802 →
Wikidata
Q16510453 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
BE-VWV
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
English Channel
Body of Water
Yser
Latitude
51.1391°
Longitude
2.7481°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Nieuwpoort?+
The controlling depth at Nieuwpoort is 5.03 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Nieuwpoort?+
The approach to Nieuwpoort is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oostende Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at 8.8 NM to the NE. Other aids include Dunkerque Jetée Est (15.4 NM WSW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (20.5 NM NE), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (20.9 NM NE), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (21.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Nieuwpoort?+
The Port of Nieuwpoort 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 Nieuwpoort?+
You can track vessels near Nieuwpoort (BENIE) 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 BENIE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Nieuwpoort?+
The Port of Nieuwpoort 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 Nieuwpoort?+
NIEUWPOORT (UN/Locode: BENIE), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 51.13911° N, 2.74808° E.
Where is the Port of Nieuwpoort located?+
Coordinates: 51.13911° N, 2.74808° E. Nearby terminals/ports:OOSTENDE — UN/Locode: BEOST — 51.22745° N, 2.93339° EDUNKIRK EAST — UN/Locode: FRDKK — 51.04113° N, 2.31237° EBRUGGE — UN/Locode: BEBGS — 51.22984° N, 3.22447° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Nieuwpoort?+
Harbor type/size: Lake or Canal and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 1.8m - 3m; anchorage depth 6.4m - 7.6m; cargo pier depth 3.4m - 4.6m and maximum draft approx. 5.03 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Nieuwpoort?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Nieuwpoort?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Nieuwpoort?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Bunkering, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Ro Ro, Special Craft, Tanker and Unspecified.