Port of Maassluis

NLMSL🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Maassluis

Also known as: Maassluis

Maassluis serves as a pilot station and port in the Netherlands. It is equipped with tugs and has compulsory pilotage.

Background
Maassluis is a town in the western Netherlands, in the province of South Holland. The municipality had a population of 33,567 in 2021 and covered 10.12 km2 (3.91 sq mi) of which 1.64 km2 (0.63 sq mi) was water.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31100 →
GeoNames ID
11511639 →
Wikidata
Q497130 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
NLMSL
Country
🇳🇱Netherlands
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Rotterdam Area
Latitude
51.9205°
Longitude
4.2485°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Maassluis is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 3.4 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Verklikker (23.3 NM WSW), Zandvoort Watertoren (28.8 NM NNE), Amsterdam Lighthouses (39.1 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 Maassluis?

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The Port of Maassluis 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 Maassluis?

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You can track vessels near Maassluis (NLMSL) 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 Maassluis?

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The Port of Maassluis is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLMSL — 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 NLMSL 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 Maassluis?

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The Port of Maassluis 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.