Port of Sliedrecht

NLSLD🇳🇱Netherlands

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About Port of Sliedrecht

Also known as: Achterwaterschap, Achterwetering, Grootewaterschap, Grotewaterschap

Sliedrecht is a canal port located in South Holland, Netherlands. It serves as a transshipment point for goods.

Background
Sliedrecht is a town and municipality in the western Netherlands, in the province of South Holland. The municipality covers an area of 14.01 km2 (5.41 sq mi) of which 1.17 km2 (0.45 sq mi) is covered by water.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-2m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2759994 →
Wikidata
Q750760 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.sliedrecht.nl →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NL-ZH
Area
Inland, Europe
Sub-area
Rotterdam Area
Latitude
51.8261°
Longitude
4.7729°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Sliedrecht is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 23.1 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Amsterdam Lighthouses (33.9 NM NNE), Zandvoort Watertoren (33.9 NM NNW), Verklikker (40.1 NM W), Watum (44.4 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 Sliedrecht?

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The Port of Sliedrecht 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 Sliedrecht?

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You can track vessels near Sliedrecht (NLSLD) 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 Sliedrecht?

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The Port of Sliedrecht is a port in NL. Its UN/LOCODE is NLSLD — 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 NLSLD 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 Sliedrecht?

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The Port of Sliedrecht 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.