Seaport · Cayman Islands
Port of Georgetown
Georgetown (Cayman Islands) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 10580). It lies on the Caribbean Sea.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Cayman Islands
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- KYGEC
- World Port Index no.
- 10580
- Coordinates
- 19.30°N, 81.38°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Open roadstead
- Shelter afforded
- Poor
- Waters
- Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Cayman Islands
- Repairs
- Moderate
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Anchorage depth | 15.0 m |
|---|---|
| Cargo pier depth | 6.4 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 14.0 m |
| Tidal range | 0.3 m |
| Max vessel length | 139.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 6.5 m |
| Offshore max vessel length | 183.0 m |
| Offshore max vessel draft | 10.9 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
- Ro-ro
- Solid bulk
- Liquid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts over 100 t
Entrance restrictions
- Tide
- Heavy swell
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Turning area
- Port security
- Quarantine: pratique
- Quarantine: other
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage available
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
- Electricity
- Electrical repair
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Diesel oil
- Engine supplies
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- 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) | 8,940 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 8,950 nm |
| Hai Phong | 8,350 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Georgetown, 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. 147 (Enroute) - Caribbean Sea - Volume I.
Frequently asked questions about Georgetown
Where is Port of Georgetown?
Georgetown (Cayman Islands) lies on the Caribbean Sea, at about 19.30°N, 81.38°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Georgetown?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE KYGEC for Georgetown. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Georgetown?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 139.0 m, draft 6.5 m for Georgetown. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Georgetown have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Georgetown. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Georgetown from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 8,940 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 8,350 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Kingston, Miami, Port Everglades.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Georgetown?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Georgetown 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.