Port of Saint-Nicolas

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About Port of Saint-Nicolas

Also known as: Nouveau Port, Port Saint-Nicolas

Saint-Nicolas is a port located in the Pas-de-Calais department of France. It serves as a small harbor, likely supporting local maritime activities.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
FR-62
Latitude
50.3000°
Longitude
2.7667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRPC6
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2977896 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Saint-Nicolas?

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The approach to Saint-Nicolas is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Dunkerque Jetée Est Lighthouse at 46.8 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Calais Gare Maritime (49.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Saint-Nicolas?

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The Port of Saint-Nicolas is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Saint-Nicolas?

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You can track vessels near Saint-Nicolas (FRPC6) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Saint-Nicolas?

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The Port of Saint-Nicolas is a port in FR. Its UN/LOCODE is FRPC6 — 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 FRPC6 mean?

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The first two characters, FR, are the ISO country code for FR. 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 Saint-Nicolas?

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The Port of Saint-Nicolas operates in the UTC+1 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.