Port of Canical

The port of Canical (UN/LOCODE: PTCNL) is situated in the Região Autónoma da Madeira, Portugal, at coordinates 32.73°N, 16.73°W. Operating under the Europe/Lisbon timezone, this maritime facility serves as a vital component of Madeira's autonomous region infrastructure. Located along Portugal's western Atlantic coastline, Canical functions as a strategic gateway for regional maritime commerce, facilitating cargo handling and vessel traffic management. The port's geographic positioning within Madeira's volcanic archipelago provides natural harbor protection while supporting commercial shipping operations. As an official maritime entry point, Canical maintains standardized international shipping protocols and contributes to the region's economic connectivity through sea-based trade networks and transportation services.