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HNPCA Puerto Castilla Port
Puerto Castilla Port is the major seaport of Puerto castilla, in the city of Puerto castillain Honduras. Overseas routes include Central and South America, Port code is HNPCA.

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Port Code

HNPCA

Name

Puerto Castilla

Country / Region

Honduras

City

Puerto castilla

Sea Routes

Central and South America

Type

Main Port

Latitude

16.0061300

Longitude

-85.9629950

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Puerto Castilla Port Overview

Puerto Castilla, UN/LOCODE HNPCA, is a coastal seaport in Honduras located on the western side of a spit north of Trujillo. The harbour lies inside Cape Honduras and is naturally protected on three sides, with an opening to the west and generally limited swell. Its logistics role is focused on export-oriented cargo rather than a broad gateway-port profile. The supplied port data identifies one modern operational berth measuring 225 metres, with a maximum draught of 10.9 metres. Banana exports in containers, packaged timber and palm oil are the principal cargo segments. Our service team treats HNPCA as a specialised, schedule-sensitive port where berth allocation, equipment confirmation, cargo readiness and onward carrier connections should be checked before booking.

Port code	HNPCA
Country / city	Honduras / Puerto Castilla
Coordinates	16.0061300, -85.9629950
Port profile	Coastal seaport with a naturally sheltered harbour
Reported operating scale	Approximately 170 vessel calls and 68,000 tonnes of cargo annually, according to the supplied port data

Key Highlights

Specialised export gatewayContainerised bananas, packaged timber and palm oil are the core cargo flows.

Single-berth operating profileThe supplied data describes one 225 m berth used for all operations, making berth planning particularly important.

Draft-sensitive planningThe stated maximum draught is 10.9 m; vessel and cargo booking must be checked against the actual sailing condition.

Natural harbour protectionProtection inside Cape Honduras may reduce swell exposure, although weather, pilotage and port instructions remain controlling.

Limited-port logisticsCompared with major regional hubs, routing options and equipment availability may be more dependent on carrier confirmation and transshipment design.

Facilities & Services

Berthing: The supplied port description records one modern berth of 225 m used for all operations, with a maximum draught of 10.9 m. Berth acceptance and vessel compatibility should be reconfirmed for each sailing.
Container handling: The port handles containerised banana exports. Our team confirms carrier equipment, reefer plug availability, empty-container release and terminal receiving conditions before issuing loading instructions.
Breakbulk and liquid cargo: Packaged timber and palm oil are identified cargo segments. Cargo-specific loading arrangements, tank or packaging requirements and terminal acceptance must be confirmed in advance.
Yard and storage: Any container, reefer, timber or liquid-cargo storage period is subject to terminal approval and space availability. Shippers should not assume extended free storage or plug-in capacity.
Road collection and delivery: Inland movement is normally organised by road from the port area. Vehicle type, payload, route condition, appointment rules and availability should be checked before dispatch.

Routes & Logistics Transit Planning

Export cargo may require a carrier-specific regional connection or transshipment arrangement through a larger Caribbean or Central American hub. Our service team verifies the actual vessel string rather than assuming direct service.
Import routing and equipment availability can vary by carrier, season and cargo type. A routing with an additional connection may be operationally preferable when it provides more reliable equipment or onward uplift.
No fixed transit time is promised for HNPCA. The effective schedule depends on vessel rotation, transshipment connection, berth window, weather, customs release, reefer readiness and inland trucking.
For perishables, the critical planning point is the complete cold-chain timeline from packhouse release through terminal receiving, loading, transshipment and destination clearance—not only the ocean leg.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Bananas and other perishablesContainerised banana exports require validated reefer settings, pre-trip inspection, stable power supply and carefully coordinated terminal cut-off planning.

Packaged timber Timber movements require suitable packaging, cargo securing and document consistency. Any applicable plant-health or wood-packaging requirements should be checked for the destination.

Palm oil Palm oil may move in specialised containers or approved liquid-cargo equipment depending on the shipment structure. Equipment compatibility, cleanliness and temperature instructions require advance confirmation.

Regional production hinterland The port supports export-oriented agricultural and forestry flows in its surrounding area. Inland collection plans should allow for road conditions, truck availability and port receiving appointments.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Booking cut-off, documentation cut-off, terminal receiving window and reefer gate-in deadline may differ. Our team obtains the carrier and terminal instructions for the specific voyage and builds inland delivery with contingency time.
Reefer cargo: Provide commodity, set point, ventilation, humidity and power requirements before booking. The shipper should maintain a temperature record and ensure the container is pre-cooled or prepared according to the carrier’s instructions.
Dangerous goods and liquid cargo: Submit the correct dangerous-goods declaration where applicable, including proper shipping name, UN number, class, packing group and emergency information. Palm oil equipment and any heated-cargo requirement must be accepted before dispatch.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin or agricultural documents and any permits must be consistent. Customs inspection, seal verification or agricultural controls may delay release; cargo should not be planned against the latest possible gate time.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Request a confirmed sailing, berth acceptance and equipment plan before committing a factory loading date, especially for reefer bananas or liquid cargo.
Submit complete shipping instructions early and align the bill of lading description with the invoice, packing list, seal number, weight and customs declaration.
For timber, use compliant packaging and cargo securing; for perishables, prepare a documented cold-chain plan; for palm oil, confirm approved equipment and handling instructions in writing.
Keep a contingency option through a regional hub or an alternative Honduran gateway when the required HNPCA sailing, equipment type or connection is not available. Our team compares the complete inland, ocean and transshipment cost before changing the route.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Puerto Castilla suitable for container exports?

Yes. The supplied port profile specifically identifies containerised banana exports. Acceptance of other commodities, equipment types and reefer requirements remains subject to carrier and terminal confirmation.

Can our shipment be booked on a direct vessel from HNPCA?

Direct coverage must not be assumed. Our service team checks the current carrier rotation and confirms whether the cargo will move directly or through a regional transshipment hub.

What should be checked for a vessel calling at HNPCA?

Check the 225 m berth limitation, stated 10.9 m maximum draught, vessel dimensions, loading condition, berth window and the port’s current operational instructions. Final acceptance is subject to the relevant port and carrier parties.

How should reefer cargo be planned?

Confirm reefer equipment, plug availability, temperature instructions, gate-in deadline, power arrangements and customs readiness before dispatch. For bananas, preserving the cold chain is more important than relying on a nominal ocean transit estimate.

What documents are normally needed?

At minimum, prepare accurate commercial and transport documents, packing details, weight and seal information, plus commodity-specific customs, agricultural, origin or dangerous-goods documents when applicable. Exact requirements depend on the cargo and destination.

Data Sources & Provenance

The port code, name, country, city, coordinates, berth dimensions, stated maximum draught, cargo profile and reported annual vessel and cargo figures in this module are based on the port master data supplied for HNPCA / Puerto Castilla. Operational statements that may change—such as sailing patterns, equipment release, gate windows, storage, inspection timing and inland availability—are presented as planning guidance and must be confirmed for the specific shipment.

For independent verification of UN/LOCODE conventions and port-code reference information, consult unece.org. The authoritative instructions of the appointed carrier, terminal, customs authority and other competent Honduran agencies prevail for live bookings and regulatory decisions.

Verification boundary: this profile does not establish a fixed sailing schedule, guaranteed transit time, tariff, free-time allowance, terminal opening hour, equipment guarantee or regulatory exemption.