Port of Potosí

NIPTI🇳🇮Nicaragua

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About Port of Potosí

Potosí is a port located in Nicaragua's Chontales department. It serves as a point for maritime trade, though specific cargo and vessel types are not detailed.

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Classification

Type
Port

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
NIPTI
Country
🇳🇮Nicaragua
Time Zone
UTC-6

Region

Subdivision
NI-CI
Latitude
13.0000°
Longitude
-87.5000°
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Potosí is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Islas Farallones Lighthouse at 11.4 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Punta Chiquirin (24 NM NW), Isla Zacatillo (24.5 NM NW), Punta Amapala (25.2 NM WNW), Isla El Cardón (36.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Potosí on?

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The Port of Potosí is situated on the Caribbean Sea in NI. 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 Potosí?

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You can track vessels near Potosí (NIPTI) 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 Potosí?

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The Port of Potosí is a port in NI. Its UN/LOCODE is NIPTI — 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 NIPTI mean?

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The first two characters, NI, are the ISO country code for NI. 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 Potosí?

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The Port of Potosí 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.