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Port of Colos

PTCLS🇵🇹Portugal

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About Port of Colos

Colos is a port located in Portugal. It serves as a maritime gateway for the region.

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Classification

Type
Port

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Type
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
PTCLS
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Time Zone
UTC+0

Region

Latitude
37.7333°
Longitude
-8.4667°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Colos?

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The approach to Colos is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cabo Sardão Lighthouse at 18.5 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Beja District Lighthouses (18.8 NM SW), Sines Lighthouses (23.6 NM WNW), Cabo de Sines (23.9 NM NW), Portimão East Mole (37.6 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Colos on?

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The Port of Colos is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in PT. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Colos?

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You can track vessels near Colos (PTCLS) 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 PTCLS on the live map.

Where is the Port of Colos?

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The Port of Colos is a port in PT. Its UN/LOCODE is PTCLS — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE PTCLS mean?

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The first two characters, PT, are the ISO country code for PT. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Colos?

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The Port of Colos operates in the UTC+0 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.