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Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís

BRPMA🇧🇷Brazil

Port Location

About Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís

Also known as: Itaqui

Ponta da Madeira is a major private bulk cargo port in São Luís, Brazil, specializing in iron ore exports. It is equipped to handle ultra large Valemax vessels and is one of Brazil's busiest ports.

Background
Ponta da Madeira is a Brazilian private port, a large iron ore loading port in São Luís, in the Northern part of Brazil, and one of the few terminals in the country suited for the ultra large Valemax ships. In 2020, the port of Ponta da Madeira handled 190.1 million tons. It's the national champion in cargo handling.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
16ft
Tidal Range
7ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
N

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
12585 →
GeoNames ID
11525640 →
Wikidata
Q3397669 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
BRPMA
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
BR-MA
Area
East Coast South America
Latitude
-2.5548°
Longitude
-44.3690°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís?+
The approach to Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ilha Do Medo Lighthouse at 2 NM to the N. Other aids include Ponta De São Marcos (5.7 NM NE), Itauna (8.7 NM W), Pirajuba (13 NM N), Pirarema (13.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís on?+
The Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís 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 Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís?+
You can track vessels near Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís (BRPMA) 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 BRPMA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís?+
The Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís 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.
What is the Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís?+
PONTA DA MADEIRA (UN/Locode: BRPMA), Brazil is a seaport located at approximately -2.55481° N, -44.36897° E.
Where is the Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís located?+
Coordinates: -2.55481° N, -44.36897° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ITAQUI — UN/Locode: BRIQI — -2.58382° N, -44.36623° EITAQUI — UN/Locode: BRITQ — -2.57000° N, -44.34000° ESAO LUIS — UN/Locode: BRSLZ — -2.52000° N, -44.30000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís?+
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 Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís?+
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 Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier and Gas Carrier.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Ponta da Madeira Pt / São Luís?+
Ship suppliers include Consegi Ship Service, TROPICAL SHIP SUPPLY LTD. - BRAZIL and Sea Star Ship Suppliers + more.