Port of GEISMAR

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About Port of GEISMAR

Geismar is a port located in Louisiana, USA. It serves as a key industrial hub, handling bulk cargo and chemicals. The port is situated on the Mississippi River, facilitating barge and vessel traffic for regional industries.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13512774 →
Wikidata
Q111469911 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USGSM
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Gulf of Mexico
Latitude
30.2013°
Longitude
-91.0233°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to GEISMAR is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Southwest Reef Lighthouse at 32.1 NM to the SSW. Other aids include St. Mary Parish Lighthouses (32.1 NM SSW), Cubits Gap (35 NM ESE), Point Aux Herbes (35 NM ESE), Pass Manchac (38 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of GEISMAR on?

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The Port of GEISMAR is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in US. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near GEISMAR (USGSM) 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 GEISMAR?

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The Port of GEISMAR is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USGSM — 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 USGSM mean?

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The first two characters, US, are the ISO country code for US. 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 GEISMAR?

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The Port of GEISMAR 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.