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Port of Puerto Nuevo

ECPEV🇪🇨Ecuador

Port Location

About Port of Puerto Nuevo

Also known as: Guayaquil

Established in 1534, Puerto Nuevo is Ecuador's principal port, situated on the Guayas River near the Gulf of Guayaquil. It handles a significant volume of general cargo and is equipped with tugs and a medium-sized drydock. Pilotage is compulsory for vessels entering this historic port.

Background
Guayaquil, officially Santiago de Guayaquil, is the largest city in Ecuador and also the nation's economic capital and main port. The city is the capital of Guayas Province and the seat of Guayaquil Canton. The city is located on the west bank of the Guayas River, which flows into the Pacific Ocean at the Gulf of Guayaquil.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
M
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1534

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Latitude
-2.2167°
Longitude
-79.9167°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
15275 →
GeoNames ID
13436795 →
Wikidata
Q43509 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.guayaquil.gob.ec →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto Nuevo?+
The approach to Puerto Nuevo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cerro Santa Ana Lighthouse at 3.3 NM to the NE. Other aids include Estero Salado F Range Rear (9.1 NM SW), Estero Salado E Range Rear (11.7 NM SSW), Estero Salado C Range Rear (25.4 NM SSW), Estero Salado (30.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Puerto Nuevo on?+
The Port of Puerto Nuevo 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 Nuevo?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Nuevo (ECPEV) 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 ECPEV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puerto Nuevo?+
The Port of Puerto Nuevo 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.