Port of Chíos

GRJKH🇬🇷Greece

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About Port of Chíos

Also known as: Chios Ferry Port, Chios Harbour

This port serves the Greek island of Chios in the northern Aegean Sea. It handles general cargo and is visited by various vessel types. The port offers pilotage services.

Background
Chios is the fifth largest Greek island, situated in the northern Aegean Sea, and the tenth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. The island is separated from Turkey by the Chios Strait. Chios is notable for its exports of mastic gum and its nickname is "the Mastic Island". Tourist attractions include its medieval villages and the 11th-century monastery of Nea Moni, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
9m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
42820 →
GeoNames ID
9853359 →
Wikidata
Q160483 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.chios.gr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GRJKH
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
East Mediterranean
Sub-area
Aegean Sea
Latitude
38.3731°
Longitude
26.1412°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Chíos?

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The approach to Chíos is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sügünkaya Lighthouse at 5.5 NM to the SSE with a nominal range of 10 NM. Other aids include Keleyeri (6.5 NM ESE), Çeşme Körfezi (7.3 NM ESE), Vrachonisída Prasonísia (9.3 NM NNE), Pasás (10.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Chíos?

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The Port of Chíos is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. 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 Chíos?

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You can track vessels near Chíos (GRJKH) 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 Chíos?

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The Port of Chíos is a port in GR. Its UN/LOCODE is GRJKH — 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 GRJKH mean?

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The first two characters, GR, are the ISO country code for GR. 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 Chíos?

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The Port of Chíos operates in the UTC+2 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.