Port of Hamilton (BMBDA): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Hamilton (UN/LOCODE BMBDA) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Bermuda, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 32.3000° N, 64.7833° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth near 5.1 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, container, breakbulk 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
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Bermuda Islands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Hamilton
Where is Port of Hamilton located?
Port of Hamilton is a seaport located in Bermuda, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 32.3000° N, 64.7833° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Hamilton?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Hamilton is BMBDA — country code BM, location code BDA.
How deep is Port of Hamilton?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Hamilton has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 5.1 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Hamilton?
Port of Hamilton reports a maximum draft of 7.9 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Hamilton require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Hamilton.
What type of harbor is Port of Hamilton?
Port of Hamilton is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Hamilton have?
Port of Hamilton is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, container, breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Hamilton are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #9960), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →