Port of Jamestown

SHSHN🇸🇭Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

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About Port of Jamestown

Jamestown is the primary port of Saint Helena, serving as a vital link for cargo and passenger vessels. This open harbor, with limited protection, handles general cargo and is a key stop for cruise ships and supply vessels.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
46690 →
Wikidata
Q26879644 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SHSHN
Country
🇸🇭Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
Time Zone
UTC+0

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Area
West Africa
Latitude
-15.9274°
Longitude
-5.7171°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of Jamestown on?

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The Port of Jamestown is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in SH. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Jamestown (SHSHN) 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 Jamestown?

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The Port of Jamestown is a port in SH. Its UN/LOCODE is SHSHN — 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 SHSHN mean?

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The first two characters, SH, are the ISO country code for SH. 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 Jamestown?

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The Port of Jamestown 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.