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Port of Digby

CADIG🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Digby

This small, sheltered natural harbor in Nova Scotia, Canada, primarily handles passenger vessels. Its facilities include wharves with mobile cranes for loading and offloading.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
12.09m
Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
7ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
6470 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-NS
Latitude
44.6167°
Longitude
-65.7667°

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Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Digby?+
The controlling depth at Digby is 12.09 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Digby?+
The approach to Digby is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Digby Wharf Ns Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Bear River (3.5 NM E), Victoria Beach (3.6 NM N), Digby Gut Fog Signal (4.3 NM N), Prim Point (4.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Digby on?+
The Port of Digby 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 Digby?+
You can track vessels near Digby (CADIG) 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 CADIG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Digby?+
The Port of Digby 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.
What is the Port of Digby?+
DIGBY (UN/Locode: CADIG), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 44.62610° N, -65.75310° E.
Where is the Port of Digby located?+
Coordinates: 44.62610° N, -65.75310° E. Nearby terminals/ports:WEYMOUTH — UN/Locode: CAWEY — 44.45000° N, -66.00000° EMETEGHAN — UN/Locode: CAMET — 44.19470° N, -66.16780° ECANAPORT — UN/Locode: CACPT — 45.20750° N, -65.98600° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Digby?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 11m - 12.2m; cargo pier depth 21.6m - 22.9m and maximum draft approx. 12.09 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Digby?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Digby?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: available; pilotage advisable; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Digby?+
Vessel types historically calling: Passenger.