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Port of LAAIPLEK

ZALUI🇿🇦South Africa

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About Port of LAAIPLEK

Laaiplek is a fishing harbor on South Africa's West Coast. It handles a significant volume of fish and related products. The port serves trawlers and other fishing vessels.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
South Africa
Latitude
-32.7730°
Longitude
18.1485°

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ZALUI
Country
🇿🇦South Africa
Time Zone
UTC+2

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to LAAIPLEK is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Stompneus Point Lighthouse at 9.4 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Cape St. Martins (12 NM WNW), Cape Columbine (15.1 NM WSW), Saldanha Bay Entrance Range Rear (17.1 NM SSW), Marcus Island (18.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of LAAIPLEK on?

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The Port of LAAIPLEK is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in ZA. 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 LAAIPLEK?

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You can track vessels near LAAIPLEK (ZALUI) 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 ZALUI on the live map.

Where is the Port of LAAIPLEK?

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The Port of LAAIPLEK is a port in ZA. Its UN/LOCODE is ZALUI — 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 ZALUI mean?

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The first two characters, ZA, are the ISO country code for ZA. 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 LAAIPLEK?

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The Port of LAAIPLEK operates in the UTC+2 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.