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Port of Spijkenisse

NLSPI🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of Spijkenisse

Also known as: 1e Petroleumhaven, Petroleum Haven

This port is located in the Netherlands. It is a port with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
Spijkenisse is een stad met 72.830 inwoners op het eiland Putten in de Nederlandse provincie Zuid-Holland. Sinds 2015 is Spijkenisse, dat tot dan toe een zelfstandige gemeente was, de hoofdplaats van de fusiegemeente Nissewaard.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31120 →
GeoNames ID
2756332 →
Wikidata
Q488545 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.spijkenisse.nl →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River basin
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Rotterdam Area
Latitude
51.8548°
Longitude
4.3358°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Spijkenisse?+
The approach to Spijkenisse is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brielle Lighthouse at 7 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Verklikker (24.7 NM WSW), Zandvoort Watertoren (31.7 NM NNE), Amsterdam Lighthouses (39.9 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 Spijkenisse?+
The Port of Spijkenisse 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 Spijkenisse?+
You can track vessels near Spijkenisse (NLSPI) 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 NLSPI on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Spijkenisse?+
The Port of Spijkenisse 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.