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Port of Channel-Port aux Basques

CAPBQ🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Channel-Port aux Basques

This harbor is situated at the southwestern tip of Newfoundland, facing the Cabot Strait. It serves as a ferry terminal and handles coastal trade. Vessel types historically calling include tankers, and the port features fixed cranes and wharf facilities.

Background
Channel-Port aux Basques is a town at the extreme southwestern tip of Newfoundland fronting on the western end of the Cabot Strait. A Marine Atlantic ferry terminal is located in the town which is the primary entry point onto the island of Newfoundland and the western terminus of the Newfoundland and Labrador Route 1 in the province. The town was incorporated in 1945 and its population in the 2021 census was 3,547.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
CA-NL
Latitude
47.5667°
Longitude
-59.1500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6111671 →
Wikidata
Q1013617 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Channel-Port aux Basques?+
The approach to Channel-Port aux Basques is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Channel Head Lighthouse at 1.1 NM to the E. Other aids include Cape Ray (7.1 NM WNW), Cain's Island (10.3 NM E), Colombier Islands (10.3 NM E), Rose Blanche (18.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Channel-Port aux Basques on?+
The Port of Channel-Port aux Basques 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 Channel-Port aux Basques?+
You can track vessels near Channel-Port aux Basques (CAPBQ) 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 CAPBQ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Channel-Port aux Basques?+
The Port of Channel-Port aux Basques 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 Channel-Port aux Basques?+
PORT AUX BASQUES (UN/Locode: CAPBQ), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 47.58070° N, -59.13348° E.
Where is the Port of Channel-Port aux Basques located?+
Coordinates: 47.58070° N, -59.13348° E.
What facilities are available at the Port of Channel-Port aux Basques?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Cranes: fixed cranes. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 17.1m - 18.2m; anchorage depth 14m - 15.2m and cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Channel-Port aux Basques?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Channel-Port aux Basques?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: available; pilotage advisable; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Channel-Port aux Basques?+
Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.