Seaport · Madagascar
Port of Andoany
Andoany (Madagascar) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 47360). It lies on the Mozambique Channel.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Madagascar
- World Port Index no.
- 47360
- Coordinates
- 13.40°S, 48.30°E
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Open roadstead
- Shelter afforded
- Fair
- Waters
- Mozambique Channel; Indian Ocean
- WPI region
- Madagascar
- Repairs
- Emergency only
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 20.1 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 15.5 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 7.9 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 4.9 m |
| Tidal range | 4.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 12.0 m |
Facilities
- Anchorage
- Liquid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Fixed cranes
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts 25–49 t
- Lifts 0–24 t
Entrance restrictions
- Heavy swell
Navigation and port entry
- ETA message required
- Turning area
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage advisable
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
- Electricity
- Medical facilities
Supplies
- Potable water
Communications and connections
- Radio
- Airport
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) | 3,770 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 3,780 nm |
| Hai Phong | 4,010 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Andoany, with full port guides:
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. 171 (Enroute) - East Africa and the South Indian Ocean.
Frequently asked questions about Andoany
Where is Port of Andoany?
Andoany (Madagascar) lies on the Mozambique Channel, at about 13.40°S, 48.30°E.
What is the maximum vessel size at Andoany?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel draft 12.0 m for Andoany. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Andoany have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Andoany. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Andoany from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 3,770 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 4,010 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Dar es Salaam, Port Louis, Mombasa.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Andoany?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Andoany 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.