Port of Macae (BRMEA): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Macae (UN/LOCODE BRMEA) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in Brazil, on the South Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 22.3667° S, 41.7667° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 1.8 m, an anchorage depth near 3.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair.

Country
Brazil
UN/LOCODE
BRMEA
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
22.3667° S, 41.7667° 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
1.8 m
Anchorage Depth
3.4 m
Max Vessel Draft
5.7 m
Tidal Range
3 m
Oil Terminal Depth
4.9 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Harbor Size
Very Small
Shelter Afforded
Fair
World Water Body
South Atlantic Ocean
Region
Brazil SE Coast

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryUnknown
Tugs AssistanceUnknown
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilUnknown / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesUnknown
Repairs / Dry DockUnknown / Unknown
Ice RestrictionUnknown

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Port of Macae (BRMEA)
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Distance
39 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Macae

Where is Port of Macae located?

Port of Macae is a seaport located in Brazil, on the South Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 22.3667° S, 41.7667° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Macae?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Macae is BRMEA — country code BR, location code MEA.

How deep is Port of Macae?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Macae has a channel depth of about 1.8 m, an anchorage depth of about 3.4 m.

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

Port of Macae reports a maximum draft of 5.7 m for vessels calling at the port.

What type of harbor is Port of Macae?

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

About this data

Specifications for Port of Macae are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #12890), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →