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Port of Ostend (Oostende)

BEOST🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Ostend (Oostende)

Also known as: Canal d'Ostende a Bruges, Canal d'Ostende à Bruges, Kanaal Brugge-Oostende, Oostende-Brugge

Ostend is a Belgian seaport on the North Sea, serving freight transport routes. It handles a variety of vessel types, including Ro-Ro, passenger, and offshore support vessels. The port features pilotage and tug services, with a medium-sized drydock available.

Background
The Port of Ostend is situated in Ostend, West Flanders in the Flemish Region of Belgium. The port services freight transport between Ostend and Ramsgate, Ipswich and North Killingholme Haven.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31310 →
GeoNames ID
2783074 →
Wikidata
Q1567884 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portofoostende.be →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
BE-VWV
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
English Channel
Body of Water
North Sea
Latitude
51.2274°
Longitude
2.9334°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ostend (Oostende)?+
The approach to Ostend (Oostende) is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Oostende Entrance Range Front Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (11.8 NM NE), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (12.2 NM ENE), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (12.5 NM ENE), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (12.8 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 Ostend (Oostende)?+
The Port of Ostend (Oostende) 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 Ostend (Oostende)?+
You can track vessels near Ostend (Oostende) (BEOST) 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 BEOST on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ostend (Oostende)?+
The Port of Ostend (Oostende) 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 Ostend (Oostende)?+
OOSTENDE (UN/Locode: BEOST), Belgium is a seaport located at approximately 51.22745° N, 2.93339° E.
Where is the Port of Ostend (Oostende) located?+
Coordinates: 51.22745° N, 2.93339° E. Nearby terminals/ports:NIEUWPOORT — UN/Locode: BENIE — 51.13911° N, 2.74808° EBRUGGE — UN/Locode: BEBGS — 51.22984° N, 3.22447° EZEEBRUGGE — UN/Locode: BEZEE — 51.32996° N, 3.20543° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Ostend (Oostende)?+
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 Ostend (Oostende)?+
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 Ostend (Oostende)?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.