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Port of Coal Harbour

CACAU🇨🇦Canada

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About Port of Coal Harbour

Coal Harbour is a Canadian harbor located on the coast of British Columbia. It is a general-purpose harbor with good shelter.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
19ft
Tidal Range
7ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
18835 →
GeoNames ID
5924421 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CACAU
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-3:30
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CA-BC
Latitude
50.6000°
Longitude
-127.5833°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Coal Harbour?

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The approach to Coal Harbour is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pine Island Lighthouse at 15.7 NM to the N. Other aids include Scarlett Point (15.7 NM N), Pulteney Point (16.4 NM E), Quatsino (19.6 NM WSW), Cape Scott (33.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Coal Harbour on?

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The Port of Coal Harbour is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in CA. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Coal Harbour (CACAU) 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 CACAU on the live map.

Where is the Port of Coal Harbour?

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The Port of Coal Harbour is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CACAU — 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 CACAU mean?

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The first two characters, CA, are the ISO country code for CA. 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 Coal Harbour?

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The Port of Coal Harbour operates in the UTC-3:30 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.