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Port of Kakinada

INKAK🇮🇳India

Port Location

About Port of Kakinada

Kakinada Port is situated on the east coast of India, along the Bay of Bengal. It serves as a significant port handling various cargo types. The port is located south of Visakhapatnam.

Background
Kakinada Port is located at Kakinada off the east coast of India. It is 170 km (106 mi) south of Visakhapatnam Port.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
IN-AP
Area
East Coast India
Sub-area
Bengal Bay
Body of Water
Indian Ocean
Latitude
16.9313°
Longitude
82.3058°

Terminals

KAKINADA CONTAINER TERMINAL (KCT)

KAKINADA CONTAINER TERMINAL PVT. LTD. (KCTPL)

Kakinada Deep Water Port, Beach Road, Kakinada 533005, Andhra Pradesh, India

kctpl.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
INKAK
Country
🇮🇳India
Time Zone
UTC+5:30

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q6349454 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
kakinadaseaports.in →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kakinada?+
The approach to Kakinada is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kakinada Bay Range Rear Lighthouse at 2.1 NM to the NW. Other aids include Kakinada Bay Range Front (2.2 NM NNW), Vakalapudi (5.2 NM NNW), Sacramento (20.7 NM S), Pentakota (28.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Kakinada on?+
The Port of Kakinada is situated on the Bay of Bengal 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 Kakinada?+
You can track vessels near Kakinada (INKAK) 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 INKAK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kakinada?+
The Port of Kakinada 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.