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Port of Fortune

CAFOR🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Fortune

Fortune is a Canadian harbor in Newfoundland and Labrador. It historically handles offshore and passenger vessels.

Background
Fortune Harbour or Fortune Harbor is a designated place in the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
24m

Region

Subdivision
CA-NL
Latitude
47.0667°
Longitude
-55.8333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
5955985 →
Wikidata
Q5472868 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Fortune?+
The approach to Fortune is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fortune Head Lighthouse at 1.2 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Grand Bank (4 NM ENE), Allan's Island (12.9 NM S), Burin Peninsula West Coast Lighthouses (15.2 NM SW), Green Island (15.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Fortune on?+
The Port of Fortune 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 Fortune?+
You can track vessels near Fortune (CAFOR) 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 CAFOR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Fortune?+
The Port of Fortune 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.
What is the Port of Fortune?+
FORTUNE (UN/Locode: CAFOR), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 47.07184° N, -55.83073° E.
Where is the Port of Fortune located?+
Coordinates: 47.07184° N, -55.83073° E. Nearby terminals/ports:GRAND BANK — UN/Locode: CAGRB — 47.09000° N, -55.78000° ESAINT PIERRE — UN/Locode: PMFSP — 46.78050° N, -56.16900° EHARBOUR BRETON — UN/Locode: CAHBR — 47.48325° N, -55.80222° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Fortune?+
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 Fortune?+
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 Fortune?+
Vessel types historically calling: Offshore and Passenger.