Quick Answer
UNLOCODECOBUN
CountryColombia
Water BodyNorth Pacific Ocean
SizeSmall
TypeCoastal (Natural)
Channel Depth7.9 m
Lat3.8833
Lng-77.0667
Classificationgateway_202606
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About This Seaport
Buenaventura is Colombia's principal Pacific gateway, sitting on Cascajal Island in the Valle del Cauca and handling roughly one-third of the nation's foreign trade. The port moved about 16.7 million tonnes of cargo in 2024 through two main container terminals: SPRBUN, the larger multipurpose operator, and TCBUEN (TC Buen), a more modern automated facility. Coffee and sugar — Colombia's signature exports — pass through here alongside a broad flow of consumer and industrial imports. Its Pacific location places it some 16 hours' sailing from the Panama Canal, giving quick access to east–west trunk routes and to Asian markets. Inland, cargo moves by road and rail across demanding Andean terrain to Bogotá, Cali and the country's industrial interior, a corridor occasionally disrupted by social blockades. As one of Colombia's primary import and export points, Buenaventura carries a full customs presence under the DIAN authority. Channel depth of around eight metres, however, limits the largest vessels, so deep-draught services often favour Caribbean ports. For shippers serving Colombia's Pacific coast or its interior it is the natural choice; on the Caribbean side, Cartagena or Barranquilla offer alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Buenaventura?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Buenaventura is COBUN. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Buenaventura located?▼
The port of Buenaventura is located in Colombia (North Pacific Ocean).
What is the size of the port Buenaventura?▼
Buenaventura is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Buenaventura?▼
The channel depth of Buenaventura is 7.9 meters.
Location & Weather
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3.88333, -77.06667
Channel depth: 7.9 m
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