Ports America, the largest terminal operator in North America, has lent Sydney much of its container ambition — yet for now this Cape Breton harbour in Nova Scotia trades on coal, bulk and cruise rather than boxes. A year-round, deep-water natural harbour, it offers channel and pier depths of about 11 metres for large vessels, with the Sydney International Coal Pier rated at roughly 2.3 million tonnes of coal a year. Alongside coal it handles steel and bulk agricultural products, plus general cargo on a limited scale. There is no scheduled container liner service today: the much-discussed Novaporte mega-terminal, planned with Sydney Harbour Investment Partners, remains a project rather than an operation. Road links across Cape Breton and a harbour rail connection serve the regional hinterland. For containerised freight in Atlantic Canada, Halifax and its large container port is the practical alternative, while Sydney's working role lies in coal, bulk and the cruise season.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Sydney?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Sydney is CA SYD. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Sydney located?▼

The port of Sydney is located in Canada (North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Sydney?▼

Sydney is a Medium harbor of type Coastal (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Sydney?▼

The channel depth of Sydney is 11 meters.

Location & Weather

46.15000, -60.20000

Channel depth: 11 m

Transit time routes from Sydney

Sydney → Shanghai Sydney → Shenzhen Sydney → Guangzhou Sydney → Hong Kong Sydney → Tokyo Sydney → Busan

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