Port of Tocopilla

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About Port of Tocopilla

Also known as: Tocopilla

This Chilean port serves as an open roadstead facility. It handles bulk carriers and general cargo, utilizing fixed cranes with lifting capacities of 50-100 MT. Operations include wharf and anchorage loading/offloading.

Background
Tocopilla is a city and commune in the Antofagasta Region, in the north of Chile. It is the capital of the province that bears the same name.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
14.03m
Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1967

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CLTOQ
Country
🇨🇱Chile
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
CL-AN
Area
West South America
Latitude
-22.0910°
Longitude
-70.2115°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
14720 →
GeoNames ID
11525660 →
Wikidata
Q188192 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.imtocopilla.cl →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Tocopilla?

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The controlling depth at Tocopilla is 14.03 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Tocopilla on?

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The Port of Tocopilla is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in CL. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Tocopilla?

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You can track vessels near Tocopilla (CLTOQ) 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 Tocopilla?

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The Port of Tocopilla is a port in CL. Its UN/LOCODE is CLTOQ — 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 CLTOQ mean?

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The first two characters, CL, are the ISO country code for CL. 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 Tocopilla?

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The Port of Tocopilla operates in the UTC-3 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 Tocopilla?

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TOCOPILLA (UN/Locode: CLTOQ), Chile is a seaport located at approximately -22.09103° N, -70.21146° E.

Where is the Port of Tocopilla located?

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Coordinates: -22.09103° N, -70.21146° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MICHILLA — UN/Locode: CLMIC — -22.71991° N, -70.28694° E

What facilities are available at the Port of Tocopilla?

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Harbor type/size: Open Roadstead and Small. Cranes: fixed cranes. Lifting: 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 23.2m - OVER; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m; oil terminal depth 12.5m - 13.7m and maximum draft approx. 14.03 m.

What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Tocopilla?

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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 Tocopilla?

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Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.

What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Tocopilla?

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Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier and General Cargo.