The shipping platform

Location: The port of Beira is situated at the mouths of the Pungue and Buzi Rivers. General overview: The port which has 12 quays, is the second largest in Mozambique and is the transhipment port for the inland countries of Zimbabwe, Zambia and S Malawi. The port handles general cargo, containers and oil products. The approach channel depths are liable to change, the port authorities should be contacted for up to date draught limitations. Traffic figures: Approx 4,000,000t of cargo handled annually. Load line zone: Tropical. Max size: Max size for channel: LOA 200m, draught approx 4.8m to 8.0m (HW), 60,000SWDT (part loaded). Reduced length and draught restrictions for night navigation.