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Port of Chitre

PACTD🇵🇦Panama

Port Location

About Port of Chitre

Also known as: Puerto Boca de Parita

Chitre is a port established in 1848, located in the Azuero Peninsula of Panama. It serves as a commercial hub for the region.

Background
Chitré es la capital de la provincia panameña de Herrera. Está situada en el nororiente de la península de Azuero, el distrito de Chitré cuenta con una población de 60,500 habitantes. En la actualidad en la zona metropolitana de Chitré viven aproximadamente 100,000 habitantes de los cuales se incluyen las pequeñas poblaciones de Pesé, Parita y otros pueblos. Chitré es el principal polo comercial de la región de Azuero, una de las capitales más importantes del país y cuenta con el más alto Índice de Desarrollo Humano en Centroamérica.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
7m

Region

Subdivision
PA-6
Latitude
7.9667°
Longitude
-80.4333°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12220142 →
Wikidata
Q657763 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
chitre.municipios.gob.pa →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PACTD
Country
🇵🇦Panama
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1848

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Chitre?+
The approach to Chitre is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Isla Villa Lighthouse at 8.1 NM to the ESE with a nominal range of 12 NM. Other aids include Isla Iguana (32.9 NM SE), Punta Mala (39.4 NM SE), Frailes del Sur (41.7 NM SSE), Morro de Puercos (43.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Chitre?+
The Port of Chitre 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 Chitre?+
You can track vessels near Chitre (PACTD) 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 PACTD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Chitre?+
The Port of Chitre 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.