Port of Klaipeda (LTKLJ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Klaipeda (UN/LOCODE LTKLJ) is a medium river (natural) harbor located in Lithuania, on the Baltic Sea. It sits at 55.7167° N, 21.1167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 15 m, an anchorage depth near 39 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk facilities.

Country
Lithuania
UN/LOCODE
LTKLJ
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
55.7167° N, 21.1167° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

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

Channel Depth
15 m
Anchorage Depth
39 m
Cargo Pier Depth
6.4 m
Max Vessel Draft
13.4 m
Max Vessel Length
400 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
12.5 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
Baltic Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Lithuania

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockModerate / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
WharvesAnchorageRo-RoSolid BulkLiquid BulkContainerBreakbulkLNG Terminal

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Port of Klaipeda (LTKLJ)
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Distance
20 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Klaipeda

Where is Port of Klaipeda located?

Port of Klaipeda is a seaport located in Lithuania, on the Baltic Sea. Its coordinates are 55.7167° N, 21.1167° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Klaipeda?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Klaipeda is LTKLJ — country code LT, location code KLJ.

How deep is Port of Klaipeda?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Klaipeda has a channel depth of about 15 m, an anchorage depth of about 39 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.

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

Port of Klaipeda reports a maximum draft of 13.4 m, a maximum length of 400 m, a maximum beam of 54 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Klaipeda require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Klaipeda.

What type of harbor is Port of Klaipeda?

Port of Klaipeda is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Klaipeda have?

Port of Klaipeda is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk, lng terminal facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Klaipeda are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #28660), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →