Port of Vila Chã

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About Port of Vila Chã

Vila Chã is a small fishing port located on the Portuguese coast. It primarily serves local fishing vessels and handles their catch.

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Classification

Type
Port

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Identification

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

Region

Latitude
40.8500°
Longitude
-8.3833°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Vila Chã?

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The approach to Vila Chã is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Praia da Aguda Lighthouse at 17.2 NM to the NW. Other aids include Aveiro (20.7 NM SW), Aveiro Lighthouses (21.1 NM SW), Cantareira (Range Front) (22 NM NW), São Miguel o Anjo (22 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Vila Chã on?

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The Port of Vila Chã 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 Vila Chã?

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You can track vessels near Vila Chã (PTVLC) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Vila Chã?

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The Port of Vila Chã is a port in PT. Its UN/LOCODE is PTVLC — 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 PTVLC 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 Vila Chã?

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The Port of Vila Chã 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.