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Port of Punta Cardón

VEPCN🇻🇪Venezuela

Port Location

About Port of Punta Cardón

Also known as: Punta Cardon

Punta Cardón is a Venezuelan port located on the Paraguaná Peninsula. It serves as a significant hub for the handling of petroleum products. The port accommodates various vessel types and features specialized facilities for oil cargo operations.

Background
Punta Cardón is a town and parish in the Carirubana autonomous municipality of Falcón state, Venezuela.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
24m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U

History

Established
1787

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
VEPCN
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
VE-I
Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
11.6205°
Longitude
-70.2382°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
12060 →
GeoNames ID
11525736 →
Wikidata
Q3410865 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Punta Cardón?+
The approach to Punta Cardón is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Fijo Lighthouse at 4.9 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Punta Macolla (28.5 NM N), Punta Adícora (32.1 NM NE), Falcón Lighthouses (40.5 NM SW), Punta Taima-Taima (42.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Punta Cardón on?+
The Port of Punta Cardón is situated on the Caribbean Sea in VE. 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 Punta Cardón?+
You can track vessels near Punta Cardón (VEPCN) 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 VEPCN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Punta Cardón?+
The Port of Punta Cardón 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.