Port of Baie-Mahault

GPBMH🇬🇵Guadeloupe

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About Port of Baie-Mahault

This port serves the industrial zone of Jarry, the largest in the Lesser Antilles. It handles general cargo and is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Baie-Mahault is a commune in the overseas department and region of Guadeloupe, France. It is the second most populated commune of Guadeloupe, after Les Abymes. The extensive industrial zone of Jarry in Baie-Mahault is by far the most industrialized commune in the islands and the largest industrial park in the Lesser Antilles. It is part of the urban area of Pointe-à-Pitre, the largest metropolitan area in Guadeloupe, located in the northwest.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
11450 →
GeoNames ID
11185929 →
Wikidata
Q660165 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.baiemahault.fr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GPBMH
Country
🇬🇵Guadeloupe
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
16.2702°
Longitude
-61.5918°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Baie-Mahault?

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The approach to Baie-Mahault is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Le Moule Lighthouse at 14.7 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Anse À La Barque (14.8 NM SW), Le Moule (15 NM ENE), Pointe De La Barque (15.1 NM SW), Trois-Rivières (18.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Baie-Mahault on?

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The Port of Baie-Mahault is situated on the Caribbean Sea in GP. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Baie-Mahault?

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You can track vessels near Baie-Mahault (GPBMH) 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 Baie-Mahault?

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The Port of Baie-Mahault is a port in GP. Its UN/LOCODE is GPBMH — 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 GPBMH mean?

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The first two characters, GP, are the ISO country code for GP. 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 Baie-Mahault?

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The Port of Baie-Mahault operates in the UTC-4 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.