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Port of Barranquilla

COBAQ🇨🇴Colombia

Port Location

About Port of Barranquilla

Barranquilla is a major Colombian port on the Magdalena River, near the Caribbean coast. It handles diverse cargo, including containers and bulk commodities, serving as a key gateway for the nation's trade. The port accommodates various vessel types, facilitating riverine and ocean-going traffic.

Background
Barranquilla is the capital district of the Atlántico department in Colombia. It is located near the Caribbean Sea and is the largest city and third port in the Caribbean coast region; as of 2018, it had a population of 1,206,319, making it Colombia's fourth-most populous city after Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Terminals
3

History

Established
1813

Terminals (3)

BARRANQUILLA CONTAINER TERMINAL (BCT)

BARRANQUILLA CONTAINER TERMINAL (BCT)

Calle 2 Carrera 41 N 28, Orilla del Río Magdalena, Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia

www.bitco.puertoenlinea.com.co →

PALERMO SOCIEDAD PORTUARIA

PALERMO SOCIEDAD PORTUARIA

Km 1.5 Vía Barranquilla, Ciénaga, Corregimiento de Palermo, Colombia

palermosociedadportuaria.com →

SOCIEDAD PORTUARIA REGIONAL DE BARRANQUILLA

SOCIEDAD PORTUARIA REGIONAL DE BARRANQUILLA

Carrera 38 Calle 1ra, Orilla del Río Magdalena, Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia

www.puertodebarranquilla.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
COBAQ
Country
🇨🇴Colombia
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
DCK (Dock)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
10.9994°
Longitude
-74.7918°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13512900 →
Wikidata
Q62823 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
baq.com.co →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Barranquilla?+
The approach to Barranquilla is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is San Nicolas Range Common Rear Lighthouse at 4.5 NM to the NW. Other aids include Río Magdalena E-8 (4.7 NM NW), Río Magdalena East Breakwater (7.3 NM NNW), Naval Base ARC Bolivar (7.4 NM NNW), Río Magdalena (7.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Barranquilla on?+
The Port of Barranquilla is situated on the Caribbean Sea in CO. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Barranquilla?+
You can track vessels near Barranquilla (COBAQ) 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 COBAQ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Barranquilla?+
The Port of Barranquilla 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.