Port of Forcados (NGFOR) — Nigeria
Body of water: Eastern Tropical Atlantic
Forcados (UN/LOCODE NGFOR) is a deep-water port in Nigeria, on the Eastern Tropical Atlantic. The port is located at coordinates 5.166667, 5.183333 in Nigeria. Situated within NAVAREA II, the port provides access to deep-water approaches and features anchorage facilities. The region is characterized by moderate tides. No vessels are currently observed in port.
Vessels currently in port: 1.
Vessels currently in port
- MMSI 311001272 (MMSI 311001272) — 58h in port
Vessels on approach
- ALMI EXPLORER (IMO 9579547) → FORCADOS OIL TERMINAL
- SEAWAYS RED (IMO 9596973) → FORCADOS OIL TERMINAL
- ADVANTAGE SWEET (IMO 9587192) → NGFOR
- ADVANTAGE SMART (IMO 1028683) → NGFOR
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Port of Forcados located?
The port is located at 5.166667, 5.183333 in Nigeria. It sits along the Eastern Tropical Atlantic coast.
What is the UN/LOCODE for this port?
The UN/LOCODE for Forcados is NGFOR. This code is used for international maritime identification.
Which NAVAREA covers this port?
Forcados is located within NAVAREA II. This region covers specific maritime safety and navigational information for the area.
How deep is the approach to this port?
The port features a deep-water approach. This allows for the movement of larger vessels into the port zone.
What services are available at this port?
The port provides anchorage and a limited range of maritime services. Specific service availability is subject to local operational conditions.
Live AIS via Rynda — combined with NGA World Port Index (WPI) port particulars.