Port of Heeswijk

NLHSW🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Heeswijk

Heeswijk is a small port located in North Brabant, Netherlands. It serves as a local facility, likely handling general cargo and small vessels.

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Classification

Type
Port

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
NLHSW
Country
🇳🇱Netherlands
Time Zone
UTC+1

Region

Subdivision
NL-NB
Latitude
51.6500°
Longitude
5.4667°
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Heeswijk is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Watum Lighthouse at 42.5 NM to the N. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (46.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Heeswijk?

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The Port of Heeswijk 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 Heeswijk?

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You can track vessels near Heeswijk (NLHSW) 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 Heeswijk?

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The Port of Heeswijk is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLHSW — 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 NLHSW 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 Heeswijk?

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The Port of Heeswijk 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.