Port of Blanc Sablon (CAYBX): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Blanc Sablon (UN/LOCODE CAYBX) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in Canada, on the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. It sits at 51.4167° N, 57.1333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth near 15.5 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro facilities.

Country
Canada
UN/LOCODE
CAYBX
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
51.4167° N, 57.1333° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
7.9 m
Anchorage Depth
15.5 m
Cargo Pier Depth
6.4 m
Max Vessel Draft
6.6 m
Tidal Range
2.1 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Harbor Size
Very Small
Shelter Afforded
Fair
World Water Body
Gulf of Saint Lawrence; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
North Side

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryNo
Tugs AssistanceNo
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionYes
WharvesAnchorageRo-Ro

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Port of Blanc Sablon (CAYBX)
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Distance
19 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Blanc Sablon

Where is Port of Blanc Sablon located?

Port of Blanc Sablon is a seaport located in Canada, on the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. Its coordinates are 51.4167° N, 57.1333° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Blanc Sablon?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Blanc Sablon is CAYBX — country code CA, location code YBX.

How deep is Port of Blanc Sablon?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Blanc Sablon has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 15.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Blanc Sablon?

Port of Blanc Sablon reports a maximum draft of 6.6 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Blanc Sablon require a pilot?

Pilotage is not listed as compulsory at Port of Blanc Sablon, though pilots are available.

What type of harbor is Port of Blanc Sablon?

Port of Blanc Sablon is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering fair shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Blanc Sablon have?

Port of Blanc Sablon is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Blanc Sablon are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #1880), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →