Port of Pugwash

CAPUG🇨🇦Canada

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About Port of Pugwash

Pugwash is a small harbor on the Northumberland Strait in Nova Scotia, Canada. It primarily serves local fishing and small cargo vessels. The port's facilities are limited, supporting regional maritime activities.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
CA-NS
Latitude
45.8668°
Longitude
-63.6820°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CAPUG
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6114044 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Pugwash is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pugwash Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Steven Point Range Front (0.6 NM ESE), Pugwash (0.7 NM ESE), Steven Point Range Rear (0.9 NM E), Coldspring Head (9.5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Pugwash on?

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The Port of Pugwash 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 Pugwash?

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You can track vessels near Pugwash (CAPUG) 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 Pugwash?

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The Port of Pugwash is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CAPUG — 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 CAPUG 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 Pugwash?

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The Port of Pugwash operates in the UTC-4 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.