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Port of Cape Palmas, Liberia | Seadex
Cape Palmas is a maritime port located in Liberia. View port details, infrastructure & shipping data.
About
Cape Palmas Port is located on the southern coast of Liberia, situated near the town of Harper in Maryland County. This port serves as Liberia's southeastern maritime gateway, playing a crucial role in facilitating trade and transportation for both local and international markets. The port's strategic location along the Atlantic coast allows it to serve various shipping routes, providing essential access to areas in West Africa and beyond.
With its natural harbor, Cape Palmas is a pivotal point for the movement of goods, particularly for Liberia's agricultural products, timber, and mineral resources. The port supports local economic activities by enabling small-scale fisheries and facilitating the import of essential goods. Despite its relatively small size compared to larger ports in Liberia, Cape Palmas Port is vital for the local economy and the surrounding communities, helping to connect them with broader trade networks.
Efforts are underway to upgrade the port's facilities and infrastructure, ensuring that it can meet modern shipping demands while also promoting sustainable practices that protect the local environment. As the country continues to recover and develop, Cape Palmas Port remains a key asset in facilitating economic growth and improving livelihoods in the region.
Essential performance indicators and operational statistics for Cape Palmas Port
Container volume · last 12 months
Approximately 10 vessel calls monthly
Average monthly vessel traffic
24-36 hours
Typical turnaround time
60%
Current utilization rate
Schedule reliability
1-2 hours
Average anchorage wait
Regional & international routes
Asia · Europe · North America
Weather & peak-season congestion
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Current congestion levels and vessel traffic information for Cape Palmas
2-3 vessels
Vessels currently at berth
1-2 vessels
Vessels waiting
2-3 days
Average cargo stay
Minimal congestion, variable traffic flow based on local economic activities
Congestion analysis · 30 days
Technical information and facilities available at Cape Palmas Port
Detailed harbor characteristics: depths, pilotage, cargo handling capabilities, repair facilities and communications. Data sourced from the World Port Index.
Verified harbor characteristics, navigation requirements and available services for this port, from the NGA World Port Index.
Source: NGA World Port Index (Pub 150), public domain.
Environmental initiatives and sustainability measures at Cape Palmas Port
Environmental sustainability initiatives
Carbon emissions efficiency
Relative environmental performance
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Understanding the economic and regional significance of Cape Palmas Port
Cape Palmas Port is a critical component of the economic landscape in southeastern Liberia, providing essential connections for local trade and facilitating access to broader markets. Its operations are integral to the livelihoods of surrounding communities, particularly in agriculture and fishing. The port's continued development and modernization are essential for enhancing its capacity to support local and regional trade, contributing to Liberia's economic recovery and growth.
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