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Port of Nanticoke

CANAN🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Nanticoke

Nanticoke is a Canadian harbor on Lake Erie, Ontario. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo vessels, and tankers. The port has tugs and harbor craft.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
180m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6085888 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CANAN
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
CA-ON
Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Erie
Latitude
42.7944°
Longitude
-80.0543°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Nanticoke?+
The approach to Nanticoke is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Port Dover West Pier Lighthouse at 6.5 NM to the W. Other aids include Port Maitland Entrance (6.5 NM W), Long Point (14.8 NM S), Long Point (14.8 NM S), Long Point Cut (19.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Nanticoke on?+
The Port of Nanticoke 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 Nanticoke?+
You can track vessels near Nanticoke (CANAN) 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 CANAN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Nanticoke?+
The Port of Nanticoke 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 Nanticoke?+
NANTICOKE (UN/Locode: CANAN), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 42.79440° N, -80.05428° E.
Where is the Port of Nanticoke located?+
Coordinates: 42.79440° N, -80.05428° E. Nearby terminals/ports:HAMILTON — UN/Locode: CAHAM — 43.29400° N, -79.82900° EPORT COLBORNE — UN/Locode: CAPCO — 42.88137° N, -79.24871° EDUNKIRK — UN/Locode: USDKK — 42.49226° N, -79.34093° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Nanticoke?+
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 Nanticoke?+
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 Nanticoke?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.