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Port of Varna-Zapad

BGVAZ🇧🇬Bulgaria

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About Port of Varna-Zapad

Varna-Zapad is a port located on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria. It serves as a key industrial and cargo handling facility for the region. The port specializes in bulk cargo and general cargo operations, accommodating various vessel types.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Region

Latitude
43.1945°
Longitude
27.6497°

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Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BGVAZ
Country
🇧🇬Bulgaria
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11524766 →
Wikidata
Q25483657 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Varna-Zapad?

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The approach to Varna-Zapad is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Varna East Breakwater Lighthouse at 11.9 NM to the E. Other aids include Varna East Breakwater Spur (11.9 NM E), Varna South Breakwater (11.9 NM E), Galata (13 NM E), Reka Kamchia (14.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Varna-Zapad?

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The Port of Varna-Zapad is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. 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 Varna-Zapad?

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You can track vessels near Varna-Zapad (BGVAZ) 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 BGVAZ on the live map.

Where is the Port of Varna-Zapad?

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The Port of Varna-Zapad is a port in BG. Its UN/LOCODE is BGVAZ — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE BGVAZ mean?

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The first two characters, BG, are the ISO country code for BG. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Varna-Zapad?

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The Port of Varna-Zapad operates in the UTC+2 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.