Port of Chicoutimi

CACHI🇨🇦Canada

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About Port of Chicoutimi

Chicoutimi is a port located on the Saguenay River in Quebec, Canada. It handles bulk cargo and general cargo, serving various vessel types. The port features pilotage and tug services.

Background
Chicoutimi is the most populous borough (arrondissement) of the city of Saguenay in Quebec, Canada.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
5ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1863

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CACHI
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-5

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CA-QC
Latitude
48.4333°
Longitude
-71.0667°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
2130 →
Wikidata
Q952269 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
ville.saguenay.ca →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Chicoutimi is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Simard Range Front Lighthouse at 2 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Poste St.-Martin Range Rear (2.1 NM ENE), Rivière du Caribou Range Front (2.7 NM ENE), Poste St.-Martin Range Front (3.3 NM E), Rivière Valin Range Front (3.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Chicoutimi on?

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The Port of Chicoutimi is situated on the North Atlantic 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 Chicoutimi?

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You can track vessels near Chicoutimi (CACHI) 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 Chicoutimi?

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The Port of Chicoutimi is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CACHI — 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 CACHI 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 Chicoutimi?

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The Port of Chicoutimi operates in the UTC-5 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.