Port of Paranam (SRPRM): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Paranam (UN/LOCODE SRPRM) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in Suriname, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 5.6167° N, 55.1000° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 4.3 m, an anchorage depth near 8 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves 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
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Suriname
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Paranam
Where is Port of Paranam located?
Port of Paranam is a seaport located in Suriname, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 5.6167° N, 55.1000° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Paranam?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Paranam is SRPRM — country code SR, location code PRM.
How deep is Port of Paranam?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Paranam has a channel depth of about 4.3 m, an anchorage depth of about 8 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Paranam?
Port of Paranam reports a maximum draft of 10 m, a maximum length of 220 m, a maximum beam of 35 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Paranam require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Paranam.
What type of harbor is Port of Paranam?
Port of Paranam is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Paranam have?
Port of Paranam is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Paranam are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #12415), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →