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Port of Puerto Bolívar

ECPBO🇪🇨Ecuador

Port Location

About Port of Puerto Bolívar

Also known as: Puerto Bolivar

This port is a major hub for banana exports, handling approximately 80% of Ecuador's production, primarily for European markets. It is located in El Oro Province on Ecuador's Pacific coast.

Background
Puerto Bolívar is an urban parish and port city, part of the municipality of Machala, El Oro Province, Ecuador. Puerto Bolívar is one of the world's largest shipment points for bananas, most of them destined for Europe; about 80% of Ecuador's banana production is shipped through these port facilities.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11525683 →
Wikidata
Q1026239 →
Wikipedia
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OpenStreetMap
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Seamark Type
harbour

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
EC-O
Area
West South America
Latitude
-3.2430°
Longitude
-80.0130°

Terminals

YILPORT TERMINAL PUERTO BOLIVAR

YILPORT HOLDING INC.

Puerto Bolivar Av. Bolívar Madero Vargas S/N, Machala, Ecuador

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto Bolívar?+
The approach to Puerto Bolívar is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bajo Salinas Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Jambelí (2.1 NM NNW), Punta Arenas (14.9 NM NNW), Isla San Gregorio (19.2 NM WSW), Punta Capones (20.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Puerto Bolívar on?+
The Port of Puerto Bolívar is situated on the South Pacific 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 Puerto Bolívar?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Bolívar (ECPBO) 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 ECPBO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puerto Bolívar?+
The Port of Puerto Bolívar 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.