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Port of Gonaïves

HTGVS🇭🇹Haiti

Port Location

About Port of Gonaïves

Gonaïves is a seaport in northern Haiti. It handles bulk cargo, general cargo, and Ro-Ro vessels. The port is situated on the coast of the Gulf of Gonâve.

Background
Gonaïves is a commune in northern Haiti, and the capital of the Artibonite department of Haiti. The population was 356,324 at the 2015 census.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
HT-AR
Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
19.4445°
Longitude
-72.7081°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
HTGVS
Country
🇭🇹Haiti
Time Zone
UTC-5

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q852550 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Gonaïves?+
The approach to Gonaïves is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe Lapierre Lighthouse at 3.4 NM to the W. Other aids include Artibonite Department (Gonaïves Area) Lighthouses (24.8 NM SSW), Pointe De Saint-Marc (24.8 NM SSW), Île de la Tortue (33.5 NM N), Nord-Est Department Lighthouses (35.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Gonaïves on?+
The Port of Gonaïves is situated on the Caribbean Sea in HT. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Gonaïves?+
You can track vessels near Gonaïves (HTGVS) 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 HTGVS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Gonaïves?+
The Port of Gonaïves operates in the UTC-5 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 Gonaïves?+
GONAIVES (UN/Locode: HTGVS), Haiti is a seaport located at approximately 19.44446° N, -72.70808° E.
Where is the Port of Gonaïves located?+
Coordinates: 19.44446° N, -72.70808° E. Nearby terminals/ports:SAINT MARC — UN/Locode: HTSMC — 19.11067° N, -72.70422° EPORT DE PAIX — UN/Locode: HTPDP — 19.94289° N, -72.83200° ELABADIE — UN/Locode: HTLAB — 19.77898° N, -72.24648° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Gonaïves?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Gonaïves?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Gonaïves?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo and Ro Ro.