# Charlestown (KNCHA)

**UN/LOCODE:** KNCHA  
**Country:** Saint Kitts and Nevis  
**Water Body:** Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean  
**Harbor Size:** Very Small  
**Harbor Type:** Open Roadstead  
**GPS:** 17.1333, -62.6333

Charlestown is a small yet significant seaport located in Saint Kitts and Nevis, playing a vital role in maritime freight and container shipping. Strategically positioned on the Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean, Charlestown provides access to crucial shipping routes essential for international trade activities. The port features basic facilities for container handling, enabling efficient cargo processing for various types of goods. Despite being classified as a small harbor, its connections to hinterland transport routes via well-established road networks ensure a continuous flow of goods to surrounding regions. Charlestown stands as a logistics hub that supports businesses in the area in achieving their trade objectives.

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

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