Port of Pointe Noire

CAPNO🇨🇦Canada

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About Port of Pointe Noire

Pointe Noire is a port located in Quebec, Canada. It serves as a general cargo and bulk handling facility. The port accommodates various vessel types and is situated on the St. Lawrence River.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
6ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
1957 →
GeoNames ID
11886673 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CAPNO
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CA-QC
Latitude
50.1500°
Longitude
-66.4833°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Pointe Noire?

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The approach to Pointe Noire is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sept-Îles Wharf Lighthouse at 4.9 NM to the NE. Other aids include Île du Corossol (5.3 NM SE), Port-Cartier Range Rear (13.2 NM WSW), Port-Cartier Range Front (13.4 NM WSW), Île du Grand Caouis (28.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Pointe Noire on?

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The Port of Pointe Noire 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 Pointe Noire?

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You can track vessels near Pointe Noire (CAPNO) 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 Pointe Noire?

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The Port of Pointe Noire is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CAPNO — 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 CAPNO 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 Pointe Noire?

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The Port of Pointe Noire 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.