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Port of Ketelhaven

NLKHV🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Ketelhaven

Also known as: Hoofdvaart I

Ketelhaven is a canal port located in Flevoland, Netherlands. It serves as a transshipment point for bulk goods. The port is accessible to barges and smaller vessels.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-5m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
NLKHV
Country
🇳🇱Netherlands
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NL-FL
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
52.5776°
Longitude
5.7607°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Ketelhaven is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Schokland Noordpunt Lighthouse at 4.8 NM to the N. Other aids include Blokzijl (9.8 NM NE), Watum (14.5 NM SSW), Enkhuizen (25.6 NM W), Zeughoek (26.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Ketelhaven?

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The Port of Ketelhaven 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 Ketelhaven?

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You can track vessels near Ketelhaven (NLKHV) 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 NLKHV on the live map.

Where is the Port of Ketelhaven?

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The Port of Ketelhaven is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLKHV — 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 NLKHV 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 Ketelhaven?

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The Port of Ketelhaven 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.