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Port of Porto Santo Island

PTPXO🇵🇹Portugal

Port Location

About Port of Porto Santo Island

This harbor on Porto Santo Island, Portugal, serves as a vital link in the North Atlantic. It accommodates a range of vessels including bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and passenger craft. The port features depths allowing for a maximum draft of approximately 6.09 meters.

Background
Porto Santo Island is a Portuguese island and municipality 43 kilometres northeast of Madeira Island in the North Atlantic Ocean; it is the northernmost and easternmost island of the archipelago of Madeira, located in the Atlantic Ocean west of Europe and Africa.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
6.09m
Elevation
178m

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11821789 →
Wikidata
Q27320 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cm-portosanto.pt →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PTPXO
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
PT-30
Area
West Africa
Body of Water
North Atlantic Ocean
Latitude
33.0615°
Longitude
-16.3125°

Terminals

PORTO SANTO PORT

ADMINISTRACAO DOS PORTOS DA REGIAO AUTONOMA DA MADEIRA, SA

R. do Porto do Porto Santo, 9400 Porto Santo, Portugal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Porto Santo Island?+
The controlling depth at Porto Santo Island is 6.09 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 Porto Santo Island?+
The approach to Porto Santo Island is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is São Roque Lighthouse at 30.9 NM to the SW. Other aids include São Jorge (32.9 NM WSW), Funchal Breakwater (39.2 NM SW), Ponta da Agulha (40.2 NM S), Ilhéu Mole (Porto Moniz) (44.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Porto Santo Island on?+
The Port of Porto Santo Island is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in PT. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Porto Santo Island?+
You can track vessels near Porto Santo Island (PTPXO) 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 PTPXO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Porto Santo Island?+
The Port of Porto Santo Island 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.
What is the Port of Porto Santo Island?+
PORTO SANTO (UN/Locode: PTPXO), Portugal is a seaport located at approximately 33.06151° N, -16.31251° E.
Where is the Port of Porto Santo Island located?+
Coordinates: 33.06151° N, -16.31251° E. Nearby terminals/ports:CANICAL — UN/Locode: PTCNL — 32.73536° N, -16.73489° EFUNCHAL — UN/Locode: PTFNC — 32.64445° N, -16.90944° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Porto Santo Island?+
Depths: maximum draft approx. 6.09 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Porto Santo Island?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Porto Santo Island?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Porto Santo Island?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Tanker and Unspecified.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Porto Santo Island?+
Ship suppliers include Whale Maritime.