Seaport · Panama
Port of Almirante
Almirante (Panama) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 9830). It lies on the Caribbean Sea.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Panama
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- PAPAM
- World Port Index no.
- 9830
- Coordinates
- 9.30°N, 82.40°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Good
- Waters
- Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Panama East Coast
- Repairs
- Limited
- Dry dock
- Small
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 9.4 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 15.0 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 7.3 m |
| Tidal range | 0.3 m |
| Max vessel length | 211.9 m |
| Max vessel beam | 30.7 m |
| Max vessel draft | 10.7 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
- Ro-ro
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts 0–24 t
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- Good holding ground
- Turning area
- Port security
- Quarantine: sanitation
- Quarantine: other
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Pilotage advisable
Services
- Longshoremen
- Medical facilities
Supplies
- Potable water
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- Radio
- Airport
- Rail
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 9,480 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 9,490 nm |
| Hai Phong | 8,920 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Almirante, with full port guides:
- Moín (Limón) · 60 nm
- Colón (Manzanillo, Cristóbal, CCT) · 150 nm
- Balboa · 170 nm
- Cartagena (Colombia) · 410 nm
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: Sailing Directions Pub. 148 (Enroute) - Caribbean Sea - Volume II.
Frequently asked questions about Almirante
Where is Port of Almirante?
Almirante (Panama) lies on the Caribbean Sea, at about 9.30°N, 82.40°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Almirante?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE PAPAM for Almirante. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Almirante?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 211.9 m, beam 30.7 m, draft 10.7 m for Almirante. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Almirante have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Almirante. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Almirante from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 9,480 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 8,920 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Moín (Limón), Colón (Manzanillo, Cristóbal, CCT), Balboa.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Almirante?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Almirante through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.