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Port of Cienfuegos

CUCFG🇨🇺Cuba

Port Location

About Port of Cienfuegos

Cienfuegos is a natural harbor on Cuba's southern coast, established in 1819. It handles bulk carriers, tankers, and general cargo vessels. The port features fixed and floating cranes with lifting capacities up to 100 MT.

Background
Cienfuegos, capital of Cienfuegos Province, is a city on the southern coast of Cuba. It is located about 250 km (160 mi) from Havana and has a population of 178,368 in 2022. Since the late 1960s, Cienfuegos has become one of Cuba's main industrial centers, especially in the energy and sugar sectors. The city is dubbed La Perla del Sur. Despite being known as an industrial city of factories and various nuclear/electrical plants, and the name Cienfuegos literally translating to "one hundred fires", the city actually takes its name from the surname of Asturian-born José Cienfuegos Jovellanos, Captain General of Cuba (1816–19).

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
11.03m
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1819

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CUCFG
Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
22.1403°
Longitude
-80.4738°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11876669 →
Wikidata
Q190005 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Cienfuegos?+
The controlling depth at Cienfuegos is 11.03 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.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cienfuegos?+
The approach to Cienfuegos is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta de Pasacaballos Lighthouse at 4.7 NM to the S. Other aids include Punta De Los Colorados (6.6 NM SSE), Río Yaguanabo (22.5 NM SE), Playa Girón (31.4 NM W), Cayo Piedras del Sur (37.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Cienfuegos on?+
The Port of Cienfuegos is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in CU. 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 Cienfuegos?+
You can track vessels near Cienfuegos (CUCFG) 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 CUCFG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cienfuegos?+
The Port of Cienfuegos 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 Cienfuegos?+
CIENFUEGOS (UN/Locode: CUCFG), Cuba is a seaport located at approximately 22.14026° N, -80.47382° E.
Where is the Port of Cienfuegos located?+
Coordinates: 22.14026° N, -80.47382° E.
What facilities are available at the Port of Cienfuegos?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Large. Cranes: fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 9.4m - 10m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m; oil terminal depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 11.03 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Cienfuegos?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Cienfuegos?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Cienfuegos?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Pleasure Craft and Tanker.