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Port of Balboa

PABLB🇵🇦PA

Port Location

About Port of Balboa

The Port of Balboa (PABLB) is a maritime port facility located in PA.. Local time zone: UTC-5.

Position: 8.9508°N, 79.5658°W. UN/LOCODE: PABLB.

Geographic context: The Port of Balboa is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Balboa
Country
🇵🇦PA
UNLOCODE
PABLB
Time Zone
UTC-5
Latitude
8.9508°
Longitude
-79.5658°

Navigation Aids Near Balboa

Balboa Wharf Lighthouse

0.2 NMSSW

Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

0.6 NMWNW

Balboa Southbound Rear Lighthouse

0.7 NMS

Pacific Entrance Range Front Lighthouse

0.9 NMWNW

Pacific Entrance Range Rear Lighthouse

1.9 NMNW

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Balboa?+
The approach to Balboa is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Balboa Wharf Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Pacific Entrance Range Front (0.6 NM WNW), Balboa Southbound Rear (0.7 NM S), Pacific Entrance Range Front (0.9 NM WNW), Pacific Entrance Range Rear (1.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Balboa?+
The Port of Balboa is located within the Panama Canal approach — the vital waterway connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans through Central America. 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 Balboa?+
You can track vessels near Balboa (PABLB) 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 PABLB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Balboa?+
The Port of Balboa operates in the UTC-5 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.