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Port of Steendorp

BESDP🇧🇪Belgium

Port Location

About Port of Steendorp

Steendorp is a port located on the Brussels–Scheldt Maritime Canal in Belgium. It serves as a transshipment point for bulk cargo.

Background
Steendorp est une section de la commune belge de Temse située en Région flamande dans la province de Flandre-Orientale. C'était une commune à part entière érigée en 1881 après sa scission de Bazel, jusqu'à la fusion des communes de 1977.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
4m

Region

Subdivision
BE-VOV
Body of Water
Brussels–Scheldt Maritime Canal
Latitude
51.1333°
Longitude
4.2667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BESDP
Country
🇧🇪Belgium
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12196090 →
Wikidata
Q3475810 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Steendorp?+
The approach to Steendorp is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Verklikker Lighthouse at 41.3 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Front (41.4 NM WNW), Zeebrugge Outer Harbor Range Rear (41.6 NM WNW), Zeebrugge Inner Harbor Range Rear (42.2 NM WNW), Oostende Entrance Range Rear (42.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Steendorp?+
The Port of Steendorp 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 Steendorp?+
You can track vessels near Steendorp (BESDP) 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 BESDP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Steendorp?+
The Port of Steendorp 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.