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Port of Esmeraldas

ECESM🇪🇨Ecuador

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About Port of Esmeraldas

Also known as: Esmeraldas

Located on Ecuador's Pacific coast, Esmeraldas is a significant port for the country's oil industry. It handles crude oil exports and receives petroleum products. The port accommodates tankers and features facilities for pilotage and tug assistance.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
15330 →
GeoNames ID
11525686 →
Wikidata
Q111387203 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ECESM
Country
🇪🇨Ecuador
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
EC-E
Area
West South America
Latitude
1.0108°
Longitude
-79.6670°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Esmeraldas is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Coquitos Lighthouse at 1.6 NM to the S. Other aids include Esmeraldas South Harbor (1.7 NM SE), Punta Súa (15.6 NM SW), Punta Verde (17 NM ENE), Punta La Barca (39.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Esmeraldas on?

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The Port of Esmeraldas is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in EC. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Esmeraldas (ECESM) 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 ECESM on the live map.

Where is the Port of Esmeraldas?

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The Port of Esmeraldas is a port in EC. Its UN/LOCODE is ECESM — 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 ECESM mean?

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The first two characters, EC, are the ISO country code for EC. 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 Esmeraldas?

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The Port of Esmeraldas 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.