Port of Equata

The approach to Equata is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe Gombé Lighthouse at 31.3 NM to the N. Other aids include Pointe Owendo (32.8 NM NNE), Port Gentil (43.3 NM SW), Cap Lopez (43.7 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

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

You can track vessels near Equata (GAEKU) 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 GAEKU on the live map.

The Port of Equata is a port in GA. Its UN/LOCODE is GAEKU — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

The first two characters, GA, are the ISO country code for GA. 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.

The Port of Equata 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.