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Port of Chancay

PECHY🇵🇪Peru

Port Location

About Port of Chancay

Also known as: Chancay, Puerto Chancay, Puerto de Chancay

Chancay is a major new deepwater port on Peru's central coast, developed by Cosco Shipping Ports. It is designed to handle large container vessels and is a key component of the Belt and Road Initiative.

Background
The Port of Chancay is a shipping terminal located in Chancay, Peru. It was developed by Cosco Shipping Ports Chancay Perú S.A., a corporation made up by Chinese state-owned shipping and logistics company COSCO Shipping Ports in association with the Peruvian company Volcan. The port is part of the Belt and Road Initiative; and according to Peruvian law, it is considered a private port for public use, granting the operator exclusivity to provide port services.

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
19m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
U
Repair Code
N

History

Established
2024
Operator (Wikidata ID)
Cosco Shipping Ports Chancay Perú S.A.

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PECHY
Country
🇵🇪Peru
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
PE-LIM
Area
West South America
Latitude
-11.5839°
Longitude
-77.2744°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
14970 →
GeoNames ID
3944396 →
Wikidata
Q26863968 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
coscochancay.pe →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Chancay?+
The approach to Chancay is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Chancay Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Isla Grande dos Pescadores (11.5 NM S), Islote Huaquillo (12.7 NM SSE), Callao Muelle No. 7 (Petroleum Wharf (28.6 NM SSE), Callao North Breakwater (28.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Chancay on?+
The Port of Chancay is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in PE. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Chancay?+
You can track vessels near Chancay (PECHY) 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 PECHY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Chancay?+
The Port of Chancay 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.