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Port of La Union

SVLUN🇸🇻El Salvador

Port Location

About Port of La Union

Also known as: Cutuco Wharf, Puerto Cutuco, Puerto Muelle Cutuco, Puerto de Cutuco

La Union is a small coastal port in El Salvador. It handles bulk carriers, fishing vessels, and gas carriers, with wharf and anchorage loading facilities. The port has channel depths of up to 6.1 meters.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
10ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
7m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
15600 →
GeoNames ID
3586827 →
Wikidata
Q9064566 →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SVLUN
Country
🇸🇻El Salvador
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
West Coast Central America
Latitude
13.3328°
Longitude
-87.8307°

Terminals

PUERTO LA UNION

COMISION EJECUTIVA PORTUARIA AUTONOMA (CEPA)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of La Union?+
The approach to La Union is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Isla Zacatillo Lighthouse at 3.8 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Punta Chiquirin (3.9 NM SE), Punta Amapala (11.4 NM SSW), Islas Farallones (17.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of La Union on?+
The Port of La Union is situated on the Caribbean Sea in SV. 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 La Union?+
You can track vessels near La Union (SVLUN) 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 SVLUN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of La Union?+
The Port of La Union operates in the UTC-6 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 La Union?+
LA UNION (UN/Locode: SVLUN), El Salvador is a seaport located at approximately 13.33275° N, -87.83072° E.
Where is the Port of La Union located?+
Coordinates: 13.33275° N, -87.83072° E. Nearby terminals/ports:AMAPALA — UN/Locode: HNAMP — 13.29492° N, -87.65305° ESAN LORENZO — UN/Locode: HNSLO — 13.40156° N, -87.42607° E
What facilities are available at the Port of La Union?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading and anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 4.9m - 6.1m; anchorage depth 11m - 12.2m; cargo pier depth 14m - 15.2m and oil terminal depth 6.4m - 7.6m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of La Union?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of La Union?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: available; pilotage advisable; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of La Union?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Fishing and Gas Carrier.