Port of Saba

BQSAB🇧🇶Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba

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About Port of Saba

Saba is a small port located in the Caribbean Sea. It serves as a vital link for the island, handling general cargo and passengers. The port accommodates smaller vessels and is essential for the island's supply chain and tourism.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Body of Water
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
17.6141°
Longitude
-63.2426°

Nearby Vessels

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Name
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
BQSAB
Country
🇧🇶Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
Time Zone
UTC-4

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q5470779 →
Official Site
www.sabaport.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Saba?

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The approach to Saba is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Groot Baai Lighthouse at 26.2 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Fort Gustave (28.2 NM NE), Marigot (28.8 NM NNE), St. Kitts National Museum (35.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Saba on?

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The Port of Saba is situated on the Caribbean Sea in BQ. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Saba?

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You can track vessels near Saba (BQSAB) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Saba?

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The Port of Saba is a port in BQ. Its UN/LOCODE is BQSAB — 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 BQSAB mean?

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The first two characters, BQ, are the ISO country code for BQ. 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 Saba?

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The Port of Saba operates in the UTC-4 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.