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Port of Saguenay

CASAG🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Saguenay

This Canadian port is situated on the Saguenay River, approximately 126 kilometers upstream from the St. Lawrence River. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo, and passenger vessels.

Background
Saguenay is a city in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec, Canada, on the Saguenay River, about 200 kilometers (120 mi) north of Quebec City by overland route. It is about 126 kilometers (78 mi) upriver and northwest of Tadoussac, located at the confluence with the St. Lawrence River. It was formed in 2002 by merging the cities of Chicoutimi and Jonquière and the town of La Baie. Chicoutimi was founded by French colonists in 1676. As of July 2021, the city had a population of 148,000 and the metropolitan area had a population of 170,000.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
5ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

History

Established
2002

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CA-QC
Latitude
48.4167°
Longitude
-71.0667°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
2130 →
Wikidata
Q139229 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
ville.saguenay.ca →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Saguenay?+
The approach to Saguenay is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Poste St.-Martin Range Rear Lighthouse at 2.7 NM to the NE. Other aids include Simard Range Front (2.7 NM NE), Rivière du Caribou Range Front (3.3 NM NE), Poste St.-Martin Range Front (3.6 NM ENE), Rivière Valin Range Front (4.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Saguenay on?+
The Port of Saguenay 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 Saguenay?+
You can track vessels near Saguenay (CASAG) 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 CASAG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Saguenay?+
The Port of Saguenay 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 Saguenay?+
SAGUENAY (UN/Locode: CASAG), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 48.43272° N, -71.05779° E.
Where is the Port of Saguenay located?+
Coordinates: 48.43272° N, -71.05779° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PORT ALFRED — UN/Locode: CAPAF — 48.33482° N, -70.87337° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Saguenay?+
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 Saguenay?+
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 Saguenay?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo and Passenger.