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Port of KWAJALEIN

MHKWA🇲🇭Marshall Islands

Port Location

About Port of KWAJALEIN

Also known as: Kwajalein Island Anchorage

This anchorage in the Marshall Islands serves as a logistical hub for the atoll. It handles container, general cargo, offshore, Ro Ro, and tanker vessels. Facilities include mobile and floating cranes, with lifting capacities up to 49 MT.

Background
Kwajalein Atoll is part of the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI). The southernmost and largest island in the atoll is named Kwajalein Island, which its majority English-speaking residents often shorten to Kwaj. The total land area of the atoll is just over 6 square miles (16 km2). It lies in the Ralik Chain, 2,100 nautical miles southwest of Honolulu, Hawaii.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-14m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
56370 →
GeoNames ID
2080284 →
Wikidata
Q309172 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
MHKWA
Country
🇲🇭Marshall Islands
Time Zone
UTC+12
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
North Pacific
Latitude
8.7287°
Longitude
167.7329°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of KWAJALEIN on?+
The Port of KWAJALEIN is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in MH. 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 KWAJALEIN?+
You can track vessels near KWAJALEIN (MHKWA) 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 MHKWA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of KWAJALEIN?+
The Port of KWAJALEIN operates in the UTC+12 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 KWAJALEIN?+
KWAJALEIN (UN/Locode: MHKWA), Marshall Islands (the) is a seaport located at approximately 8.72867° N, 167.73290° E.
Where is the Port of KWAJALEIN located?+
Coordinates: 8.72867° N, 167.73290° E.
What facilities are available at the Port of KWAJALEIN?+
Harbor type/size: Open Roadstead and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 14m - 15.2m; anchorage depth 14m - 15.2m; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m and oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of KWAJALEIN?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of KWAJALEIN?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of KWAJALEIN?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container, General Cargo, Offshore, Ro Ro and Tanker.