Port of Kavála

GRKVA🇬🇷Greece

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About Port of Kavála

Also known as: Kavalla Bay, Limenas Kavalas, Limin Kavalas, Liménas Kaválas, Limín Kaválas

Kavála is a small, sheltered harbor serving as the principal seaport for eastern Macedonia, Greece. It handles general cargo and is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Kavala is a city in northern Greece, the principal seaport of eastern Macedonia and the capital of Kavala regional unit.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
42600 →
GeoNames ID
735858 →
Wikidata
Q187352 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
kavala.gov.gr →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GRKVA
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GR-55
Area
East Mediterranean
Sub-area
Aegean Sea
Latitude
40.9313°
Longitude
24.4021°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kavála?

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The Port of Kavála 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 Kavála?

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You can track vessels near Kavála (GRKVA) 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 Kavála?

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The Port of Kavála is a port in GR. Its UN/LOCODE is GRKVA — 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 GRKVA 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 Kavála?

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The Port of Kavála 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.