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Port of Lome

TGLFW🇹🇬Togo

Port Location

About Port of Lome

This Atlantic Ocean seaport serves as Togo's chief port, handling exports such as coffee, cocoa, copra, and oil palm kernels. It accommodates various vessel types including bulk carriers, container ships, and tankers, and features mobile and fixed cranes for cargo operations.

Background
Lomé is the capital and largest city of Togo. It has an urban population of 837,437 while there were 2,188,376 permanent residents in its metropolitan area as of the 2022 census. Located on the Gulf of Guinea at the southwest corner of the country, with its entire western border along the easternmost edge of Ghana's Volta Region, Lomé is the country's administrative and industrial center, which includes an oil refinery. It is also the country's chief port, from where it exports coffee, cocoa, copra, and oil palm kernels.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
14m
Elevation
66m

Operations & Services

Terminals
2

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
7731682 →
Wikidata
Q3792 →
Wikipedia
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Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
TGLFW
Country
🇹🇬Togo
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
West Africa
Sub-area
Gulf of Guinea
Body of Water
Atlantic Ocean
Latitude
6.1375°
Longitude
1.2870°

Terminals (2)

LOME CONTAINER TERMINAL (LCT)

TERMINAL INVESTMENT LIMITED (TIL) / CHINA MERCHANT INTERNATIONAL HOLDING

Bd. du Mono, rond point Foyer des Marins Zone Portuaire 09 BP 9103, Lomé, Togo

www.lct-togo.com →

TOGO TERMINAL

BOLLORE PORTS

Mole 2, Port Autonome de Lomé 09 BP 9192, Lomé, Togo

www.aglgroup.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Lome?+
The controlling depth at Lome is 14 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 Lome?+
The approach to Lome is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Lomé Jetée Est Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the E. Other aids include Lomé Jetée Ouest (0.4 NM SE), Baguida (2.5 NM NE), Lomé Cathédrale (2.5 NM W), Cape St. Paul (26.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Lome?+
You can track vessels near Lome (TGLFW) 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 TGLFW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Lome?+
The Port of Lome 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 Lome?+
LOME (UN/Locode: TGLFW), Togo is a seaport located at approximately 6.13750° N, 1.28700° E.
Where is the Port of Lome located?+
Coordinates: 6.13750° N, 1.28700° E. Nearby terminals/ports:KPEME — UN/Locode: TGKPE — 6.20200° N, 1.51450° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Lome?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 14m - 15.2m; anchorage depth 14m - 15.2m; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m; oil terminal depth 14m - 15.2m and maximum draft approx. 14 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Lome?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Lome?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Lome?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Ro Ro and Tanker.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Lome?+
Ship suppliers include Avinato, Stem Fuels and CLAY MARINE SERVICES + more.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Lome?+
Service providers include Alfa Marine Electronics and Cameroon Diving Services Sarl.