Port of Mindelo

Mindelo is a strategic maritime port located on the island of São Vicente in Cape Verde, operating under the UN/LOCODE CVMIN designation. Situated at coordinates 16.88°N, 25.00°W in the Atlantic Ocean, the port functions within the Atlantic/Cape_Verde timezone and serves as a critical node in regional shipping networks. As the primary seaport of São Vicente Province, Mindelo facilitates coastal and international cargo operations while supporting Cape Verde's economic infrastructure through maritime trade connectivity. The facility's geographic positioning enables efficient vessel access and represents an essential component of the nation's transportation and commercial framework within the Macaronesia region.