Port of Howe Sound

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About Port of Howe Sound

Howe Sound is a natural fjord on the Pacific coast of Canada, serving as a vital waterway for British Columbia. It facilitates the movement of various cargo, including bulk commodities and forest products, via vessels such as barges and freighters.

Identification

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

Region

Subdivision
CA-BC

Classification

Type
Port
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Howe Sound?

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You can track vessels near Howe Sound (CAHWS) 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 Howe Sound?

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The Port of Howe Sound is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CAHWS — 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 CAHWS 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 Howe Sound?

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The Port of Howe Sound 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.