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Port of Pebane

MZPEB🇲🇿Mozambique

Port Location

About Port of Pebane

Pebane is a small, natural harbor on the Indian Ocean coast of Mozambique, situated in the estuary of the Rio Moniga. It serves as a transshipment port, historically handling bulk carriers. The port offers anchorage loading and offloading facilities.

Background
Pebane is a town and transshipment port in Mozambique in the Zambezia Province. The port is in the estuary of the Rio Moniga.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
46925 →
Wikidata
Q6067866 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
East Africa
Body of Water
Indian Ocean
Latitude
-17.2631°
Longitude
38.1262°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Pebane?+
The approach to Pebane is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ponta Matirre Lighthouse at 3.4 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Ilha Do Fogo (43.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Pebane on?+
The Port of Pebane is situated on the Mozambique Channel in MZ. 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 Pebane?+
You can track vessels near Pebane (MZPEB) 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 MZPEB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Pebane?+
The Port of Pebane 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.
What is the Port of Pebane?+
PEBANE (UN/Locode: MZPEB), Mozambique is a seaport located at approximately -17.27000° N, 38.15000° E.
Where is the Port of Pebane located?+
Coordinates: -17.27000° N, 38.15000° E.
What facilities are available at the Port of Pebane?+
Harbor type/size: River Natural and Small. Support: anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 7.1m - 9.1m and anchorage depth 11m - 12.2m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Pebane?+
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 Pebane?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Pebane?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Pebane?+
Ship suppliers include Moz Ship Supply Lda.