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Port of Suda Bay

GRSUD🇬🇷Greece

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About Port of Suda Bay

Suda Bay is a deep, natural harbor located on the northwest coast of Crete, Greece. It serves as a significant naval base and commercial port, handling various cargo and vessel types. The bay's sheltered waters and strategic location make it a key maritime facility in the region.

Background
Souda Bay is a bay and natural harbour near the town of Souda on the northwest coast of the Greek island of Crete. The bay is about 15 km long and only two to four km wide, and a deep natural harbour. It is formed between the Akrotiri peninsula and Cape Drapano, and runs west to east. The bay is overlooked on both sides by hills, with a relatively low and narrow isthmus in the west near Chania.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
43100 →
Wikidata
Q2633779 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GRSUD
Country
🇬🇷Greece
Time Zone
UTC+2

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Latitude
35.4833°
Longitude
24.1833°

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Suda Bay?

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The approach to Suda Bay is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Nisis Soúdhas (Suda Island) Lighthouse at 1.5 NM to the W. Other aids include Drépano (2.9 NM ESE), Ákra Maléka (6.2 NM N), Réthymno North Mole (16.1 NM ESE), Réthymno South Mole (16.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Suda Bay?

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The Port of Suda Bay 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 Suda Bay?

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You can track vessels near Suda Bay (GRSUD) 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 GRSUD on the live map.

Where is the Port of Suda Bay?

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The Port of Suda Bay is a port in GR. Its UN/LOCODE is GRSUD — 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 GRSUD 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 Suda Bay?

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The Port of Suda Bay 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.