Port of Linden (GYLDN): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Linden (UN/LOCODE GYLDN) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in Guyana, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 6.0000° N, 58.3000° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
Guyana
UN/LOCODE
GYLDN
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
6.0000° N, 58.3000° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

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

Channel Depth
6.4 m
Cargo Pier Depth
6.4 m
Max Vessel Draft
6.8 m
Max Vessel Length
140 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
3.4 m
Entrance Width
70 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Harbor Size
Very Small
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Guyana

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceNo
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Distance
49 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Linden

Where is Port of Linden located?

Port of Linden is a seaport located in Guyana, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 6.0000° N, 58.3000° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Linden?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Linden is GYLDN — country code GY, location code LDN.

How deep is Port of Linden?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Linden has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.

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

Port of Linden reports a maximum draft of 6.8 m, a maximum length of 140 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Linden require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Linden.

What type of harbor is Port of Linden?

Port of Linden is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Linden have?

Port of Linden is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Linden are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #12380), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →