Port of Albrandswaard

NLAWD🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Albrandswaard

This harbor in South Holland, Netherlands, established in 1985, handles general cargo. It is equipped with tugs and requires pilots.

Background
Albrandswaard is a municipality in the western Netherlands, in the province of South Holland. The municipality had a population of 25,814 as of 2021, and covers an area of 23.76 km2 (9.17 sq mi) of which 2.07 km2 (0.80 sq mi) is water.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-2m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Floating
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
A

History

Established
1985

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NLAWD
Country
🇳🇱Netherlands
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River basin
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
NL-ZH
Latitude
51.8500°
Longitude
4.4167°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31130 →
GeoNames ID
2756397 →
Wikidata
Q934525 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.albrandswaard.nl →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Albrandswaard is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 9.9 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Verklikker (27.5 NM WSW), Zandvoort Watertoren (31.5 NM N), Amsterdam Lighthouses (38.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Albrandswaard?

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The Port of Albrandswaard is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.

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

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You can track vessels near Albrandswaard (NLAWD) 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 Albrandswaard?

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The Port of Albrandswaard is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLAWD — 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 NLAWD mean?

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The first two characters, NL, are the ISO country code for NL. 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 Albrandswaard?

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The Port of Albrandswaard 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.