UN/LOCODE: AWAUA📍 Aruba
Port of Aruba (UN/LOCODE AWAUA)
❖ Coordinates: 12.5000°N, -69.9700°E
❖ Time Zone: America/Aruba
❖ UN/LOCODE: AWAUA
## About the Port
The Port of Aruba, with the UN/LOCODE AWAUA, is a significant maritime facility located on the island of Aruba in the southern Caribbean Sea. Aruba, a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, is situated at 12.5 Latitude and -69.97 Longitude. The port operates in the America/Aruba timezone, which is UTC-4.
The Port of Aruba serves as a crucial gateway for the island, facilitating a wide range of maritime activities, including cargo handling, cruise ship operations, and fuel bunkering. Its strategic location near the coast of Venezuela makes it an important stopover for ships traversing the Caribbean.
## History
The history of the Port of Aruba dates back to the early 20th century when the island became a significant oil refining center. The construction of the Royal Dutch Shell oil refinery in 1924 transformed Aruba into a vital hub for the oil industry in the Caribbean. The port was developed to support the refinery, handling crude oil imports and petroleum product exports.
Over the years, the port has evolved to accommodate a broader range of maritime activities. Today, it is a multipurpose port that handles general cargo, containers, and bulk commodities, in addition to
Port Intelligence
UN/LOCODE
AWAUA
Country
Aruba
Province / Region
N/A
Latitude
12.500000
Longitude
-69.970000
Timezone
America/Aruba
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Aruba?
The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Aruba is AWAUA.
Where is Port of Aruba located?
The Port of Aruba is located in Aruba. Its coordinates are 12.5000°N, -69.9700°E.
What time zone is Port of Aruba in?
Port of Aruba operates in the America/Aruba time zone.
🌊 Live Marine Conditions
Wave Height1.52 m
Wave Direction80°
Swell Height0.66 m
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