Port of Lagos (NGLOS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Lagos (UN/LOCODE NGLOS) is a large river (natural) harbor located in Nigeria, on the Bight of Benin. It sits at 6.4000° N, 3.4000° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 15 m, cargo pier depths around 14.4 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
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Bight of Benin; Gulf of Guinea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Nigeria
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Lagos
Where is Port of Lagos located?
Port of Lagos is a seaport located in Nigeria, on the Bight of Benin. Its coordinates are 6.4000° N, 3.4000° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Lagos?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Lagos is NGLOS — country code NG, location code LOS.
How deep is Port of Lagos?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Lagos has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 15 m, cargo pier depths of about 14.4 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Lagos?
Port of Lagos reports a maximum draft of 13.5 m, a maximum length of 267.1 m, a maximum beam of 50 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Lagos require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Lagos.
What type of harbor is Port of Lagos?
Port of Lagos is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of large size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Lagos have?
Port of Lagos is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Lagos are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #46130), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →