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Port of Escravos

NGESC🇳🇬Nigeria

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About Port of Escravos

This Nigerian port is a key offshore terminal for oil and gas operations. It handles crude oil exports and receives supplies for offshore platforms. The port serves specialized offshore support vessels and tankers.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
West Africa
Sub-area
Gulf of Guinea
Latitude
5.6082°
Longitude
5.1931°

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NGESC
Country
🇳🇬Nigeria
Time Zone
UTC+1

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Escravos is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Escravos River Island Mole Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the E. Other aids include Ogidigben (2.5 NM SSW), Escravos River Main Mole (7.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

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

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You can track vessels near Escravos (NGESC) 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 NGESC on the live map.

Where is the Port of Escravos?

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The Port of Escravos is a port in NG. Its UN/LOCODE is NGESC — 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 NGESC mean?

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The first two characters, NG, are the ISO country code for NG. 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 Escravos?

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The Port of Escravos operates in the UTC+1 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.