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UNLOCODECA PTO
CountryCanada
Water BodyGulf of Saint Lawrence; North Atlantic Ocean
SizeSmall
TypeCoastal (Natural)
Channel Depth6.4 m
Lat45.6667
Lng-62.7167
Classificationminor_202606
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About This Seaport
Pictou is a working harbour whose freight role today is modest rather than commercial-scale. On the north shore of Pictou Harbour on the Gulf of Saint Lawrence, it built its name in 19th-century shipbuilding and shipping — 24 wartime Park freighters came off its ways, followed by trawlers and ferries — but the 2020 closure of the Northern Pulp mill at nearby Abercrombie removed its main cargo generator, and shallow 6.4 m depths at channel and berth limit larger vessels. Ship repair with a small dry dock remains active, so the port leans toward maintenance, fishing and tourism more than line-haul cargo. For containerised or general break-bulk traffic in Nova Scotia, Halifax and the deepwater berths at Point Tupper and Mulgrave are the practical alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Pictou?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Pictou is CA PTO. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Pictou located?▼
The port of Pictou is located in Canada (Gulf of Saint Lawrence; North Atlantic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Pictou?▼
Pictou is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Pictou?▼
The channel depth of Pictou is 6.4 meters.
Location & Weather
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45.66667, -62.71667
Channel depth: 6.4 m
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