Port of Beruwala

LKBRW🇱🇰Sri Lanka

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About Port of Beruwala

Beruwala is a pier located on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. It serves as a fishing harbor, handling small vessels and local catches.

Background
Beruwala is a large town in Kalutara District, Western Province, Sri Lanka, governed by an Urban Council. The town covers a total area of approximately 15 km2 (5.8 sq mi) and is located on the south-west coast of Sri Lanka, 60 km (37 mi) south of Colombo.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Latitude
6.4723°
Longitude
79.9787°

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
LKBRW
Country
🇱🇰Sri Lanka
Time Zone
UTC+5:30
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11612395 →
Wikidata
Q829211 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Beruwala?

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The approach to Beruwala is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Barberyn Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the SW. Other aids include Colombo (29 NM NNW), Colombo (29 NM NNW), Colombo Island Breakwater South End (30 NM NNW), Colombo Pilot Station (30 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Beruwala on?

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The Port of Beruwala is situated on the Bay of Bengal in LK. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Beruwala?

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You can track vessels near Beruwala (LKBRW) 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 Beruwala?

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The Port of Beruwala is a port in LK. Its UN/LOCODE is LKBRW — 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 LKBRW mean?

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The first two characters, LK, are the ISO country code for LK. 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 Beruwala?

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The Port of Beruwala 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.