East London Harbour
The Port of East London is located approximately 950km east of Cape Town and 460 km south of Durban on the eastern seaboard of South Africa. The Port of East London is situated at the mouth of the Buffalo River and is the only commercial river port on the South African coast line. Centrally located both nationally and internationally, the port is strategically positioned to act as the gateway between Africa and the global market. The Port of East London‘s geographical position gives its customers easy access to world markets, while a reputation for excellent turnaround times is renowned.
Longitude and Latitude
Longitude 27˚ 54’ 50’’E Latitude 33˚ 01’ 26’’S
East London handles moderate volumes of containerized cargo, bulk cargo, automotive, and general cargo. It serves as an important port for the Eastern Cape region and supports various industries including automotive manufacturing and agriculture.
Additional Information
- Location: East London, Eastern Cape province.
- Description: Small to medium-sized port handling general cargo, containers, and automotive.
- Facilities: Container terminal, multipurpose terminal, RoRo facilities, ship repair facilities.
- Limitations: Limited draft in some areas, occasional congestion during peak periods.
- Cargo Volumes: Handles moderate volumes of containerized cargo, bulk cargo, automotive, and general cargo.
Berths And Cargo
| BERTH | CARGO TYPE | DRAFT (M) |
|---|---|---|
| F&G | General cargo | 9.1 |
| Berth I | Containers/General cargo | 8.1 |
| Berth K | Containers | 10.3 |
| Berth L | Containers | 10.4 |
| Berth N & R | Motor Vehicles | 10.2 |
| Berth S | General Cargo/Ro Ro | 10.3 |
| Berth T | Bulk grains | 10.4 |
| Tanker | Petroleum products | 10.2 |
