Port of Sapele

NGSPL🇳🇬Nigeria

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About Port of Sapele

Also known as: Canal Creek

Sapele is a port located in Nigeria. It serves as a gateway for trade and handles various types of cargo. The port is situated inland, accessible via waterways.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
7m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
7032262 →
Wikidata
Q111387555 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NGSPL
Country
🇳🇬Nigeria
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
West Africa
Sub-area
Gulf of Guinea
Latitude
5.9045°
Longitude
5.6725°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Sapele is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Escravos River Island Mole Lighthouse at 33.3 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Ogidigben (35.6 NM SW), Escravos River Main Mole (40.8 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 Sapele?

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You can track vessels near Sapele (NGSPL) 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 Sapele?

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The Port of Sapele is a port in NG. Its UN/LOCODE is NGSPL — 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 NGSPL 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 Sapele?

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The Port of Sapele 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.