Port of Kitimat

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About Port of Kitimat

Kitimat is a Canadian seaport on British Columbia's north coast. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo, offshore vessels, and tankers. The port features wharf and anchorage loading/offloading facilities.

Background
Kitimat is a district municipality in the North Coast region of British Columbia, Canada. It is a member municipality of the Regional District of Kitimat–Stikine regional government. The Kitimat Valley is part of the most populous urban district in northwest British Columbia, which includes Terrace to the north along the Skeena River Valley. The city was planned and built by the Aluminum Company of Canada (Alcan) during the 1950s. Its post office was approved on 6 June 1952.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
11.28m
Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
5ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
18925 →
Wikidata
Q1307936 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.kitimat.ca →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
CA-BC
Latitude
54.0000°
Longitude
-128.6833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Kitimat?

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The controlling depth at Kitimat is 11.28 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.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Kitimat on?

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The Port of Kitimat is situated on the North Pacific 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 Kitimat?

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You can track vessels near Kitimat (CAKTM) 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 Kitimat?

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The Port of Kitimat is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CAKTM — 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 CAKTM 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 Kitimat?

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The Port of Kitimat 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 Kitimat?

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KITIMAT (UN/Locode: CAKTM), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 53.99514° N, -128.68600° E.

Where is the Port of Kitimat located?

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Coordinates: 53.99514° N, -128.68600° E.

What facilities are available at the Port of Kitimat?

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Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading and anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 11m - 12.2m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 11.28 m.

What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Kitimat?

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Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.

What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Kitimat?

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Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Kitimat?

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Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore and Tanker.