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Port of Ernakulam

INEKM🇮🇳India

Port Location

About Port of Ernakulam

This port is located on the Indian Ocean coast of Kerala, India. It serves as a key maritime gateway for the region.

Background
Ernakulam is the central business district of the city of Kochi, Kerala, India, Asia. It is the namesake of Ernakulam district. The eastern part of Kochi city is mainly known as Ernakulam, while the western part of it after the Venduruthy Bridge is called as Wernakulam. Many major establishments, including the Kerala High Court, the office of the Kochi Municipal Corporation and the Cochin Shipyard are situated in Ernakulam. It is also the most urbanized area in the city of Kochi. The Southern Naval Command (SNC) is in Kochi, Ernakulam district, Kerala. Established in 1958, it is the largest naval command of the Indian Navy, focusing on training and maritime security operations in the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
4m

Region

Subdivision
IN-KL
Body of Water
Indian Ocean
Latitude
9.9833°
Longitude
76.2833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
INEKM
Country
🇮🇳India
Time Zone
UTC+5:30
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11886634 →
Wikidata
Q1025408 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
ernakulam.nic.in →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ernakulam?+
The approach to Ernakulam is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cochin Range Front Lighthouse at 1 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Cochin Range Rear (1 NM S), Ernakulam Channel Range Rear (1 NM WSW), Ernakulam Channel Range Front (1.2 NM WSW), Cochin (3.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Ernakulam on?+
The Port of Ernakulam is situated on the Arabian Sea in IN. 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 Ernakulam?+
You can track vessels near Ernakulam (INEKM) 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 INEKM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ernakulam?+
The Port of Ernakulam operates in the UTC+5:30 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.