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Port of Ponta Delgada

PTPDL🇵🇹Portugal

Port Location

About Port of Ponta Delgada

Ponta Delgada is a small, sheltered harbor on São Miguel Island in the Azores, Portugal. It handles a wide range of vessel types, including bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and passenger vessels. Facilities include mobile cranes and wharf loading/offloading capabilities.

Background
Ponta Delgada is the largest municipality (concelho) and executive capital of the Autonomous Region of the Azores in Portugal. It is located on São Miguel Island, the largest and most populous in the archipelago. As of 2021, it has 67,287 inhabitants, in an area of 232.99 square kilometres. There are 17,629 residents in the three central civil parishes that comprise the historical city: São Pedro, São Sebastião, and São José. Ponta Delgada became the region's administrative capital under the revised constitution of 1976; the judiciary and Catholic See remained in the historical capital of Angra do Heroísmo while the Legislative Assembly of the Azores was established in Horta.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
11m
Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
17m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
S
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

History

Established
1450

Terminals

PORT OF PONTA DELGADA

PORTOS DOS ACORES, SA

Cais Comercial do Porto de Ponta Delgada, P.O. Box 236, 9500-903 Ponta Delgada, Portugal

portosdosacores.pt →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PTPDL
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Time Zone
UTC-1
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
PT-20
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Azores
Latitude
37.7370°
Longitude
-25.6604°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38100 →
GeoNames ID
11810336 →
Wikidata
Q208149 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cm-pontadelgada.pt →

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Ponta Delgada?+
The controlling depth at Ponta Delgada is 11 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ponta Delgada?+
The approach to Ponta Delgada is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Santa Clara Lighthouse at 10.4 NM to the NE with a nominal range of 15 NM. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Ponta Delgada on?+
The Port of Ponta Delgada 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 Ponta Delgada?+
You can track vessels near Ponta Delgada (PTPDL) 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 PTPDL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ponta Delgada?+
The Port of Ponta Delgada operates in the UTC-1 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.
What is the Port of Ponta Delgada?+
PONTA DELGADA (UN/Locode: PTPDL), Portugal is a seaport located at approximately 37.73701° N, -25.66036° E.
Where is the Port of Ponta Delgada located?+
Coordinates: 37.73701° N, -25.66036° E. Nearby terminals/ports:VILA DO PORTO — UN/Locode: PTVDP — 36.94398° N, -25.14942° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Ponta Delgada?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 7.1m - 9.1m; anchorage depth 12.5m - 13.7m; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 11 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Ponta Delgada?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Ponta Delgada?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Ponta Delgada?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Special Craft, Tanker and Unspecified.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Ponta Delgada?+
Ship suppliers include Whale Maritime.