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Port of Bahía Las Minas

PAPBM🇵🇦PA

Port Location

About Port of Bahía Las Minas

The Port of Bahía Las Minas (PAPBM) is a maritime port facility located in PA.. Local time zone: UTC-5.

Position: 9.3906°N, 79.8148°W. UN/LOCODE: PAPBM.

Geographic context: The Port of Bahía Las Minas is situated on the Caribbean Sea, 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
Bahía Las Minas
Country
🇵🇦PA
UNLOCODE
PAPBM
Time Zone
UTC-5
Latitude
9.3906°
Longitude
-79.8148°

Navigation Aids Near Bahía Las Minas

Bahía las Minas Range Rear Lighthouse

0.5 NMWNW

Limón Bay East Breakwater Lighthouse

5.9 NMW

Limón Bay West Breakwater Lighthouse

6.4 NMW

Gatún Approach Northbound Range Rear Lighthouse

6.9 NMWSW

Isla Pastores Lighthouse

8 NMW

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bahía Las Minas?+
The approach to Bahía Las Minas is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bahía las Minas Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Limón Bay East Breakwater (5.9 NM W), Limón Bay West Breakwater (6.4 NM W), Gatún Approach Northbound Range Rear (6.9 NM WSW), Isla Pastores (8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Bahía Las Minas?+
The Port of Bahía Las Minas 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 Bahía Las Minas?+
You can track vessels near Bahía Las Minas (PAPBM) 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 PAPBM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bahía Las Minas?+
The Port of Bahía Las Minas 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.