Port of Windsor

CAWDR🇨🇦Canada

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About Port of Windsor

Windsor is a small Canadian port located in Nova Scotia. It is situated on the Avon River, which flows into Minas Basin. The port's primary function is to serve local industries.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Elevation
174m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
6500 →
GeoNames ID
11886739 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-NS
Latitude
44.9833°
Longitude
-64.1333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Windsor is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mitchener Point Lighthouse at 3.7 NM to the N. Other aids include Horton Bluff (8.5 NM NNW), Walton Harbour (15.9 NM NNE), Borden Wharf (16.1 NM NW), Croucher Island (21.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Windsor on?

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The Port of Windsor 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 Windsor?

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You can track vessels near Windsor (CAWDR) 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 Windsor?

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The Port of Windsor is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CAWDR — 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 CAWDR 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 Windsor?

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The Port of Windsor 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.