Port of Kochi (Cochin) (INKOC): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Kochi (Cochin) (UN/LOCODE INKOC) is a medium coastal (natural) harbor located in India, on the Laccadive Sea. It sits at 9.9667° N, 76.2333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 15 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, 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
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Medium
- Harbor Use
- Cargo
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Laccadive Sea; Indian Ocean
- Region
- India West Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Kochi (Cochin)
Where is Port of Kochi (Cochin) located?
Port of Kochi (Cochin) is a seaport located in India, on the Laccadive Sea. Its coordinates are 9.9667° N, 76.2333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Kochi (Cochin)?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Kochi (Cochin) is INKOC — country code IN, location code KOC.
How deep is Port of Kochi (Cochin)?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Kochi (Cochin) has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 15 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Kochi (Cochin)?
Port of Kochi (Cochin) reports a maximum draft of 14.5 m, a maximum length of 366.5 m, a maximum beam of 52 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Kochi (Cochin) require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Kochi (Cochin).
What type of harbor is Port of Kochi (Cochin)?
Port of Kochi (Cochin) is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Kochi (Cochin) have?
Port of Kochi (Cochin) is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Kochi (Cochin) are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #49130), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →