The Transandino pipeline ends at Tumaco, carrying crude from Orito in Putumayo to an offshore marine terminal where Ecopetrol's Cenit unit loads much of Colombia's Pacific crude exports. Sitting in the Nariño department close to the Ecuadorian border, Tumaco ranks as the country's second Pacific port. Beyond liquid bulk, several berths handle general cargo and dry bulk along with edible oils such as palm oil. The regional fishing industry exports tuna and sardines, and the port also moves timber and bananas grown in the low-lying hinterland. Large-scale container line services are not confirmed here, with Buenaventura serving as the Pacific coast's principal box port. A shallow open-roadstead profile and mainly road-based hinterland links cap the size of deep-sea vessels it can serve.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Tumaco?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Tumaco is COTCO. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Tumaco located?▼

The port of Tumaco is located in Colombia (North Pacific Ocean).

What is the size of the port Tumaco?▼

Tumaco is a Very Small harbor of type Open Roadstead.

What is the channel depth of Tumaco?▼

The channel depth of Tumaco is 6.4 meters.

Location & Weather

1.81667, -78.75000

Channel depth: 6.4 m

Transit time routes from Tumaco

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

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