# Basseterre (KNBAS)

**UN/LOCODE:** KNBAS  
**Country:** Saint Kitts and Nevis  
**Water Body:** Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean  
**Harbor Size:** Very Small  
**Harbor Type:** Open Roadstead  
**GPS:** 17.3000, -62.7167

Basseterre serves as a vital hub for maritime freight and container shipping in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Located strategically in the Caribbean Sea, this small port provides essential access to key international shipping routes, enhancing trade efficiency in the region. The port features basic yet effective container terminals designed for cargo handling, ensuring smooth loading and unloading processes. Despite its small size, Basseterre is equipped with well-organized systems that facilitate the swift transfer of goods. Furthermore, the port’s hinterland connections via road networks allow for efficient inland distribution, making it an integral part of the local logistics framework.

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*Freight Academy — Seaport Profile: [https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/seaports/basseterre-port-knbas](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/information/seaports/basseterre-port-knbas)*

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*LLM-Summary (JSON): https://www.freight-academy.com/api/v1/seaports/basseterre-port-knbas/llm-summary?lang=en*