US BOS marks Conley Terminal, the only full-service container terminal in New England and the anchor of the Port of Boston. The port moves roughly 2.3 million metric tons of cargo a year, and container throughput reached about 237,000 TEU in 2023, up 36% on 2022. Operated by Massport, it runs three fully electric ship-to-shore cranes commissioned in 2021 that serve vessels in the 12,000–16,000 TEU range, with four services calling in 2024. Beyond containers, Boston handles autos – its Charlestown Autoport processes over 30,000 vehicles annually – plus cement (about 200,000 tonnes in 2024) and bulk. For Massachusetts and wider New England importers, Boston shortens the inland leg compared with the larger East Coast gateways. Customs clearance is handled by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, with hinterland moves mainly by truck and rail available for intermodal flows. Where sailing options are limited, New York/New Jersey and Norfolk are the larger alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Boston?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Boston is US BOS. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Boston located?▼

The port of Boston is located in United States (North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Boston?▼

Boston is a Large harbor of type Coastal (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Boston?▼

The channel depth of Boston is 11 meters.

Location & Weather

42.35000, -71.05000

Channel depth: 11 m

Transit time routes from Boston

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