Port of MELEKEOK

PWMKK🇵🇼Palau

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About Port of MELEKEOK

Melekeok is a pier facility located on Babeldaob Island, Palau. It serves as a point of access for this island region.

Background
Melekeok is a state of the Republic of Palau located on the central east coast of Babeldaob Island. The seat of government of the country, Ngerulmud, is located in the state. The state consists of long beaches, hills, steep ridges, rivers, and the largest and only natural freshwater lake in Palau and Micronesia, Lake Ngardok.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
56660 →
GeoNames ID
7701421 →
Wikidata
Q12898552 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.melekeok.gov.pw →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PWMKK
Country
🇵🇼Palau
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Indonesia
Latitude
7.3345°
Longitude
134.4545°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to MELEKEOK is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Malakal Pass Lighthouse at 3.2 NM to the S. Other aids include Angaur (32 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of MELEKEOK on?

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The Port of MELEKEOK is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in PW. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near MELEKEOK (PWMKK) 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 MELEKEOK?

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The Port of MELEKEOK is a port in PW. Its UN/LOCODE is PWMKK — 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 PWMKK mean?

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The first two characters, PW, are the ISO country code for PW. 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 MELEKEOK?

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The Port of MELEKEOK operates in the UTC+9 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.