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Port of Inhambane

MZINH🇲🇿Mozambique

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About Port of Inhambane

This port is situated on Inhambane Bay, an inlet of the Indian Ocean in Mozambique. It is a small, sheltered harbor that accommodates vessels requiring tug assistance.

Background
Inhambane is a city located in southern Mozambique, lying on Inhambane Bay, 470 km northeast of Maputo. It is the capital of the Inhambane Province and, according to the 2017 census, has a population of 79,724, growing from 54,157 in the 1997 census.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
3ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
46880 →
Wikidata
Q456577 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
MZINH
Country
🇲🇿Mozambique
Time Zone
UTC+2

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
East Africa
Body of Water
Indian Ocean
Latitude
-23.8675°
Longitude
35.3770°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Inhambane is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ponta Da Barra Lighthouse at 9.9 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Cabo das Correntes (15.7 NM SSE), Ponta Zavora (40.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Inhambane on?

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The Port of Inhambane is situated on the Mozambique Channel in MZ. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Inhambane (MZINH) 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 MZINH on the live map.

Where is the Port of Inhambane?

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The Port of Inhambane is a port in MZ. Its UN/LOCODE is MZINH — 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 MZINH mean?

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The first two characters, MZ, are the ISO country code for MZ. 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 Inhambane?

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The Port of Inhambane operates in the UTC+2 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.