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Port of Libreville

GALBV🇬🇦Gabon

Port Location

About Port of Libreville

Libreville Port is located on the Gabon Estuary near the Gulf of Guinea. It handles bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and general cargo vessels. The port offers anchorage loading/offloading and is equipped with mobile and fixed cranes.

Background
Libreville is the capital and largest city of Gabon, located on the Gabon Estuary. Libreville occupies 65 square kilometres (25 sq mi) of the northwestern province of Estuaire. Libreville is also a port on the Gabon Estuary, near the Gulf of Guinea. As of the 2013 census, its population was 703,904.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
10m
Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

History

Established
1849

Terminals

OWENDO CONTAINER TERMINAL

OWENDO CONTAINER TERMINAL

BP 943 Libreville, Gabon

oct-gabon.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GALBV
Country
🇬🇦Gabon
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
West Africa
Sub-area
Gulf of Guinea
Latitude
0.3980°
Longitude
9.4380°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
46430 →
GeoNames ID
11876722 →
Wikidata
Q3825 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
libreville.ga →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Libreville?+
The controlling depth at Libreville is 10 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Libreville?+
The approach to Libreville is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe Owendo Lighthouse at 7.8 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Pointe Gombé (9.8 NM SW), Cap Estérias (14.8 NM NNW), Pointe N'Dombo (33.2 NM NNE), Port De Cogo (43.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Libreville?+
You can track vessels near Libreville (GALBV) 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 GALBV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Libreville?+
The Port of Libreville 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.
What is the Port of Libreville?+
LIBREVILLE (UN/Locode: GALBV), Gabon is a seaport located at approximately 0.39800° N, 9.43800° E.
Where is the Port of Libreville located?+
Coordinates: 0.39800° N, 9.43800° E. Nearby terminals/ports:OWENDO — UN/Locode: GAOWE — 0.28650° N, 9.49850° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Libreville?+
Harbor type/size: Open Roadstead and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 1.8m - 3m; anchorage depth 7.1m - 9.1m; cargo pier depth 1.8m - 3m and maximum draft approx. 10 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Libreville?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Libreville?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available; first port of entry: not available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Libreville?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Libreville?+
Ship suppliers include General Maritime Company SARL.