Port of Iona

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About Port of Iona

Iona is a harbor located in Nova Scotia, Canada. It serves as a small fishing and general cargo port.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
5m

Region

Subdivision
CA-NS
Latitude
52.6668°
Longitude
-55.7980°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6092348 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Iona is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Battle Harbour Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at 26.3 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Double Island (26.7 NM SSE), Camp Islands (30.4 NM S), Belle Isle Lighthouses (43.6 NM SSE), Belle Isle Northeast (43.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Iona on?

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The Port of Iona 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 Iona?

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You can track vessels near Iona (CAION) 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 Iona?

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The Port of Iona is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CAION — 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 CAION 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 Iona?

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The Port of Iona 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.