Seaport · Turks & Caicos Islands
Port of Grand Turk
Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos Islands) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 10020). It lies on the North Atlantic Ocean.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- Turks & Caicos Islands
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- TCGDT
- World Port Index no.
- 10020
- Coordinates
- 21.43°N, 71.15°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Open roadstead
- Shelter afforded
- Good
- Waters
- North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Turks and Caicos Is
- Other names
- Cockburn Town
- Repairs
- Limited
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 12.5 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 12.5 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 4.9 m |
| Tidal range | 0.8 m |
Facilities
- Anchorage
- Ro-ro
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Fixed cranes
- Lifts 50–100 t
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- ETA message required
- Good holding ground
- Turning area
- Port security
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage available
- Local assistance
Services
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
Supplies
- Potable water
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
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) | 8,870 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 8,890 nm |
| Hai Phong | 8,260 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Grand Turk, 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 Grand Turk
Where is Port of Grand Turk?
Grand Turk (Turks & Caicos Islands) lies on the North Atlantic Ocean, at about 21.43°N, 71.15°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Grand Turk?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE TCGDT for Grand Turk. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
Does Grand Turk have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Grand Turk. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Grand Turk from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 8,870 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 8,260 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Caucedo, San Juan, Kingston.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Grand Turk?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Grand Turk 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.