Port of Cabinda (AOCAB): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Cabinda (UN/LOCODE AOCAB) is a small open roadstead harbor located in Angola, on the South Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 5.5333° S, 12.2000° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 1.8 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 3.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes anchorage facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Open Roadstead
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- South Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Angola
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Cabinda
Where is Port of Cabinda located?
Port of Cabinda is a seaport located in Angola, on the South Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 5.5333° S, 12.2000° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Cabinda?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Cabinda is AOCAB — country code AO, location code CAB.
How deep is Port of Cabinda?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Cabinda has a channel depth of about 1.8 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 3.4 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Cabinda?
Port of Cabinda reports a maximum draft of 6.5 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Cabinda require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Cabinda.
What type of harbor is Port of Cabinda?
Port of Cabinda is classified as a open roadstead harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Cabinda have?
Port of Cabinda is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Cabinda are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #46490), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →