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Port of Claxton Bay

TTCLA🇹🇹Trinidad and Tobago

Port Location

About Port of Claxton Bay

Claxton Bay is a sheltered port in Trinidad and Tobago. It historically handles general cargo vessels.

Background
Claxton Bay is a community in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. It is located in Central Trinidad, south of Couva and Chaguanas and north of San Fernando and is administered by the Couva–Tabaquite–Talparo Regional Corporation. Olympic cyclist Hylton Mitchell was born here.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
11750 →
GeoNames ID
3574772 →
Wikidata
Q5129797 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
TTCLA
Country
🇹🇹Trinidad and Tobago
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
TT-CTT
Latitude
10.3500°
Longitude
-61.4667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Claxton Bay?+
The approach to Claxton Bay is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is La Carrière Lighthouse at 1.5 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Point Fortin Range Front (16.8 NM SW), Point Fortin Range Rear (16.8 NM SW), Sea Lots Channel Range Front (17.6 NM N), Port-of-Spain (18 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Claxton Bay on?+
The Port of Claxton Bay is situated on the Caribbean Sea in TT. 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 Claxton Bay?+
You can track vessels near Claxton Bay (TTCLA) 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 TTCLA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Claxton Bay?+
The Port of Claxton Bay operates in the UTC-4 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 Claxton Bay?+
CLAXTON BAY (UN/Locode: TTCLA), Trinidad and Tobago is a seaport located at approximately 10.35000° N, -61.47000° E.
Where is the Port of Claxton Bay located?+
Coordinates: 10.35000° N, -61.47000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:POINTE A PIERRE — UN/Locode: TTPTP — 10.32650° N, -61.47350° EPOINT LISAS — UN/Locode: TTPTS — 10.39290° N, -61.49399° ELA BREA — UN/Locode: TTLAB — 10.25150° N, -61.63300° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Claxton Bay?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Claxton Bay?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Claxton Bay?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Claxton Bay?+
Ship suppliers include Whale Maritime.