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Port of Vancouver

CAVAN🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Vancouver

This major Canadian seaport on the Pacific Ocean is the country's largest and a key North American hub. It handles a diverse range of cargo, including bulk, containers, and general cargo, serving over 170 economies. The port accommodates various vessel types and features extensive facilities for loading and offloading.

Background
The Port of Vancouver is the largest port in Canada and the fourth largest in North America by tonnes of cargo, facilitating trade between Canada and more than 170 world economies. The port is managed by the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, which was created in 2008 as an amalgamation of the former Port of Vancouver, the North Fraser Port Authority, and the Fraser River Port Authority. It is the principal authority for shipping and port-related land and sea use in the Metro Vancouver region.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A
Terminals
4

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
18150 →
GeoNames ID
6173335 →
Wikidata
Q1187234 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portvancouver.com →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CAVAN
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-BC
Area
West Coast Canada
Body of Water
Pacific Ocean
Latitude
49.3036°
Longitude
-123.0475°

Terminals (4)

CENTENNIAL TERMINAL (CENTERM)

DP WORLD VANCOUVER

777 Centennial Road, Vancouver, BC V6A 1A3, Canada

www.dpworld.com →

FRASER SURREY DOCKS

FRASER SURREY DOCKS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

11060 Elevator Rd, Surrey, BC V3V 2R7, Canada

www.dpworld.com →

GCT DELTAPORT

GCT CANADA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

2 Roberts Bank Way, BC V4M 4G5, Canada

globalterminalscanada.com →

GCT VANTERM

GCT CANADA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

1300 Stewart Street, BC V5L 4X5, Canada

globalterminalscanada.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Vancouver?+
The approach to Vancouver is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brockton Point Lighthouse at 2.7 NM to the W. Other aids include Prospect Point (3.7 NM W), First Narrows (4 NM WNW), Spanish Bank (7.1 NM W), Spanish Bank No. 2 (7.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Vancouver on?+
The Port of Vancouver 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 Vancouver?+
You can track vessels near Vancouver (CAVAN) 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 CAVAN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Vancouver?+
The Port of Vancouver operates in the UTC-8 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 Vancouver?+
VANCOUVER (UN/Locode: CAVAN), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 49.30355° N, -123.04750° E.
Where is the Port of Vancouver located?+
Coordinates: 49.30355° N, -123.04750° E. Nearby terminals/ports:NEW WESTMINSTER — UN/Locode: CANWE — 49.20000° N, -122.92000° EROBERTS BANK — UN/Locode: CARTB — 49.02700° N, -123.13550° EPORT MELLON — UN/Locode: CAPML — 49.52000° N, -123.48000° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Vancouver?+
Harbor type/size: River Natural and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 12.5m - 13.7m; anchorage depth 11m - 12.2m and cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Vancouver?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Vancouver?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: 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 Vancouver?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.