Port of Takoradi

GHTKD🇬🇭Ghana

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About Port of Takoradi

Also known as: Takoradi Harbour

Takoradi is Ghana's oldest port, situated on the Atlantic Ocean. It handles bulk cargo, containers, and offshore support vessels. The port features mobile and fixed cranes with lifting capacities up to 100 MT.

Background
The Takoradi Harbour is a harbour located in the Western region of Ghana. It is located in the industrial district of Sekondi-Takoradi and is the oldest harbour in Ghana. The Takoradi harbour, along with the Tema Harbour, are the only harbours in the country. Takoradi is a member port of the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH).

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
9.05m
Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority

Terminals

TAKORADI PORT

GHANA PORTS AND HARBOURS AUTHORITY (TEMA PORT)

Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, P.O. Box CO488, Tema, Ghana

www.ghanaports.gov.gh →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GHTKD
Country
🇬🇭Ghana
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
West Africa
Sub-area
Gulf of Guinea
Body of Water
Atlantic Ocean
Latitude
4.8840°
Longitude
-1.7395°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
46045 →
GeoNames ID
2294913 →
Wikidata
Q7678478 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Takoradi?

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The controlling depth at Takoradi is 9.05 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 Takoradi?

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The approach to Takoradi is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Takoradi Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Fort Orange (3.7 NM NNE), Sekondi Lee Breakwater (4.2 NM NE), Sekondi Main Breakwater (4.2 NM NE), Cape Three Points (22.5 NM WSW). 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 Takoradi?

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You can track vessels near Takoradi (GHTKD) 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 Takoradi?

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The Port of Takoradi is a port in GH. Its UN/LOCODE is GHTKD — 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 GHTKD mean?

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The first two characters, GH, are the ISO country code for GH. 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 Takoradi?

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The Port of Takoradi operates in the UTC+0 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 Takoradi?

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TAKORADI (UN/Locode: GHTKD), Ghana is a seaport located at approximately 4.88400° N, -1.73950° E.

Where is the Port of Takoradi located?

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Coordinates: 4.88400° N, -1.73950° E. Nearby terminals/ports:SEKONDI-TAKORADI — UN/Locode: GHSEK — 4.94050° N, -1.69700° E

What facilities are available at the Port of Takoradi?

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Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts, 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 9.4m - 10m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m; oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m and maximum draft approx. 9.05 m.

What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Takoradi?

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Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.

What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Takoradi?

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Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: 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 Takoradi?

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Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Fishing, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.

Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Takoradi?

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Ship suppliers include OPS MARITIME VENTURES SHIP SUPPLIER NIGERIA COTONOU TOGO LOME GHANA, CLAY MARINE SERVICES and KOJELINK INTERNATIONAL MARINE LTD + more.