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Port of WESSEM

NLWSM🇳🇱Netherlands

Port Location

About Port of WESSEM

Also known as: Kanaal Nederweert Wessem, Kanaal Wessem-Nederweerd, Kanaal Wessem-Nederweert, Kanaal van Nederweert naar Wessem, Nieuw Zuid-Willems vaart, Nieuwe Zuid-Willemsvaart

This canal port is located in Wessem, Netherlands. It serves as a transshipment point for goods.

Background
Wessem is a small city in the Netherlands, in the province of Limburg. Wessem is a part of the municipality of Maasgouw. It received city rights around 1320.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
21m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2744813 →
Wikidata
Q3120897 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Inland, Europe
Latitude
51.1617°
Longitude
5.8783°

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Frequently Asked Questions

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of WESSEM?+
The Port of WESSEM 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 WESSEM?+
You can track vessels near WESSEM (NLWSM) 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 NLWSM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of WESSEM?+
The Port of WESSEM 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.