Port of Zihuatanejo

MXXIH🇲🇽Mexico

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About Port of Zihuatanejo

Zihuatanejo is a small port on Mexico's Pacific coast in Guerrero. It serves as a local fishing and small-scale commercial hub. The harbor primarily accommodates smaller vessels.

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Classification

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Port

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
MXXIH
Country
🇲🇽Mexico
Time Zone
UTC-6

Region

Subdivision
MX-GRO
Latitude
17.6333°
Longitude
-101.5500°
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Zihuatanejo is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Garrobo Lighthouse at 1.2 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Lázaro Cárdenas (39.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Zihuatanejo on?

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The Port of Zihuatanejo is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in MX. 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 Zihuatanejo?

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You can track vessels near Zihuatanejo (MXXIH) 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 Zihuatanejo?

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The Port of Zihuatanejo is a port in MX. Its UN/LOCODE is MXXIH — 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 MXXIH mean?

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The first two characters, MX, are the ISO country code for MX. 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 Zihuatanejo?

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The Port of Zihuatanejo operates in the UTC-6 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.