Port Purcell

VGPUR🇻🇬Virgin Islands (British)

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About Port Purcell

Port Purcell is a small commercial port located on Tortola in the British Virgin Islands. It serves as a hub for inter-island cargo and ferry services. The port handles general cargo and accommodates smaller vessels and ferries.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3740097 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
VGPUR
Country
🇻🇬Virgin Islands (British)
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
18.4273°
Longitude
-64.6110°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Purcell?

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The approach to Port Purcell is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Buck Island Lighthouse at 18.4 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Fort Louise Augusta (40.6 NM S), Hams Bluff (42.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port Purcell on?

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The Port Purcell is situated on the Caribbean Sea in VG. 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 Purcell?

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You can track vessels near Port Purcell (VGPUR) 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 Purcell?

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The Port Purcell is a port in VG. Its UN/LOCODE is VGPUR — 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 VGPUR mean?

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The first two characters, VG, are the ISO country code for VG. 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 Purcell?

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The Port Purcell 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.