Port of Afuá

BRAFU🇧🇷Brazil

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About Port of Afuá

Afuá is a port located in the state of Pará, Brazil. It serves as a vital link for the Amazon River basin, handling regional cargo and passenger traffic.

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Classification

Type
Port

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
BRAFU
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Time Zone
UTC-3

Region

Subdivision
BR-PA
Latitude
-0.1500°
Longitude
-50.3833°
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Afuá is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pau Cavado Lighthouse at 31.7 NM to the NW. Other aids include Ilha do Pará (41.9 NM WNW), Macapá (41.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Afuá on?

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The Port of Afuá is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in BR. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Afuá (BRAFU) 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 Afuá?

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The Port of Afuá is a port in BR. Its UN/LOCODE is BRAFU — 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 BRAFU mean?

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The first two characters, BR, are the ISO country code for BR. 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 Afuá?

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The Port of Afuá operates in the UTC-3 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.