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Port of Harbour Breton

CAHBR🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Harbour Breton

Harbour Breton is a small harbor on the south coast of Newfoundland, Canada, situated in Fortune Bay. It handles general cargo and offshore vessels, with a maximum draft of approximately 4.03 meters.

Background
Harbour Breton is a small fishing community on the Connaigre Peninsula in Fortune Bay, on the south coast of the island of Newfoundland in Canada. It is the largest center on the Connaigre Peninsula and was long considered the unofficial capital of Fortune Bay. During the 1960s many communities were resettled into Harbour Breton. Harbour Breton is the only administrative centre in Fortune Bay and is located approximately 220 kilometres (140 mi) south of Grand Falls-Windsor.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
4.03m
Elevation
75m

Region

Subdivision
CA-NL
Latitude
47.4833°
Longitude
-55.8333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
5970477 →
Wikidata
Q3127311 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.harbourbreton.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Harbour Breton?+
The controlling depth at Harbour Breton is 4.03 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 Harbour Breton?+
The approach to Harbour Breton is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rocky Point Lighthouse at 1.7 NM to the E. Other aids include English Harbour West (14 NM E), Pass Island (16 NM NW), Dawson Point (16.1 NM NW), Salmon Point (Taylor Island) (16.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Harbour Breton on?+
The Port of Harbour Breton 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 Harbour Breton?+
You can track vessels near Harbour Breton (CAHBR) 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 CAHBR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Harbour Breton?+
The Port of Harbour Breton 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 Harbour Breton?+
HARBOUR BRETON (UN/Locode: CAHBR), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 47.48325° N, -55.80222° E.
Where is the Port of Harbour Breton located?+
Coordinates: 47.48325° N, -55.80222° E. Nearby terminals/ports:GRAND BANK — UN/Locode: CAGRB — 47.09000° N, -55.78000° EFORTUNE — UN/Locode: CAFOR — 47.07184° N, -55.83073° EMARYSTOWN — UN/Locode: CAMTN — 47.17174° N, -55.15566° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Harbour Breton?+
Depths: maximum draft approx. 4.03 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Harbour Breton?+
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 Harbour Breton?+
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 Harbour Breton?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo and Offshore.