PEANC Port Code Lookup
Total 1 ports of PEANC
Ancon Port is the major seaport of Ancon, in the city of Anconin Peru. Overseas routes include Central and South America, Port code is PEANC.
Port Overview
PEANC · ANCON · Peru
ANCON, identified by UN/LOCODE PEANC, is a coastal port location in the Ancón area of Peru, north of Lima. The supplied port record places it at 11.7696047° S, 77.1808625° W. From a forwarding perspective, it should be treated as a locally focused coastal port environment rather than assumed to be a high-volume container gateway. Our service team will confirm the actual receiving facility, cargo acceptance, vessel window, equipment availability and customs route before quoting. For regular containerized international shipments, we may also evaluate a Lima-area gateway and the corresponding inland transfer when the PEANC facility is not suitable.
| UN/LOCODE | PEANC |
|---|---|
| Port name | ANCON |
| Country / city | Peru / ANCON |
| Coordinates | 11.7696047° S, 77.1808625° W |
| Operational profile | Coastal port location; cargo mode and terminal suitability require shipment-specific confirmation |
Key Highlights
Local coastal role
PEANC is best assessed as a local coastal port call location, not automatically as a full-service container terminal.
Facility confirmation is essential
Before booking, our team verifies the exact berth or receiving site, cargo type, handling method and current operating window.
Lima-area connectivity
Its proximity to the Lima metropolitan area can support road-based coordination, subject to route, traffic, vehicle and delivery restrictions.
Gateway substitution may be practical
For FCL, LCL or regular liner cargo, an alternative Lima-area gateway may provide more predictable equipment and schedule options.
Facilities & Services
- Marine and berth arrangements: Vessel acceptance, draft restrictions, working hours and berth availability must be confirmed with the relevant facility or local agent for each port call.
- Container handling: The supplied record does not establish dedicated container-terminal capability. Our team will verify whether empty release, laden handling, reefer connection, weighing and gate services are available before accepting an FCL booking.
- Breakbulk and project cargo: Conventional cargo may require advance review of lifting equipment, quay access, cargo dimensions, lashing arrangements and safe working limits.
- Storage and inspection: Temporary storage, customs inspection space, bonded status and cargo security arrangements are facility-specific and must be confirmed in writing.
- Inland transport: Road delivery is the primary planning assumption for the Lima-area hinterland; truck type, access restrictions, appointment requirements and escort needs depend on the cargo and delivery point.
Routes & Transit Times
- Export routing: International cargo may require a feeder, coastal connection or inland transfer to a Lima-area gateway before the ocean leg. Direct service, transshipment point and carrier acceptance must be confirmed per booking.
- Import routing: For cargo discharged through a different gateway, our team can coordinate customs release and road delivery toward Ancón, subject to the selected Incoterm and importer's authorization.
- Transit planning: We do not promise a fixed transit time for PEANC. The schedule depends on vessel nomination, berth availability, cargo readiness, customs processing, road congestion and any transfer between facilities.
- Seasonal and operational factors: Marine conditions, port working windows, inspections, equipment positioning and local traffic can extend the total door-to-door lead time.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
Primary hinterland
The immediate service area is Ancón and the wider Lima metropolitan market, with final delivery determined by the consignee's address and access conditions.
Potential cargo profile
Coastal, fishing-related, general and project cargo may be relevant, but acceptance depends on the specific facility and cargo-handling plan.
Containerized shipments
FCL and LCL cargo should not be assumed to load or discharge at PEANC. Our team will compare the nominated facility with a suitable Lima-area container gateway.
Delivery planning
Oversized cargo, reefer units, hazardous goods and time-sensitive shipments require route surveys, equipment checks and written operational approval.
Operations & Compliance
- Booking and cut-off: PEANC-specific receiving, documentation, cargo-gate and vessel cut-off times are not treated as standard. Our service team obtains the applicable deadlines from the carrier, agent or facility before issuing final instructions.
- Dangerous goods: Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and packing details before booking. Acceptance, segregation and declaration requirements must be approved in advance.
- Customs documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document instructions, certificates and import or export data must match the physical cargo. Peruvian customs requirements and inspection decisions remain subject to the competent authority.
- Inland collection and delivery: Confirm container weight, dimensions, cargo value, loading method, truck access and delivery appointment. Customs examination or document discrepancies may delay release.
Shipping Tips
- Send the cargo description, HS classification, dimensions, gross weight, packaging photos and Incoterm at the quotation stage so our team can determine whether PEANC or another Lima-area gateway is appropriate.
- Request written confirmation of the receiving location, terminal or facility name, cargo cut-off, handling equipment, storage terms and customs interface before arranging pickup.
- For dangerous, oversized or temperature-controlled cargo, submit technical data early and allow time for carrier, facility and road-transport approval.
- Keep a contingency plan covering an alternative gateway, additional inland movement and possible inspection or transfer costs; these items should be confirmed before cargo dispatch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I book a standard FCL shipment directly to PEANC?
Not automatically. PEANC identifies ANCON, but the supplied record does not confirm a dedicated container terminal or regular liner acceptance. Our service team first checks the actual facility and then compares a Lima-area gateway if required.
Is PEANC the same as a guaranteed terminal name?
No. A UN/LOCODE identifies a port or location for logistics and documentation purposes; it does not by itself guarantee berth access, container equipment, storage, customs facilities or a particular operator.
How should I plan inland delivery to Ancón?
Provide the exact consignee address, cargo dimensions and delivery constraints. We will check truck suitability, access, appointment requirements, road conditions and whether an inter-facility transfer is needed.
What documents are needed for dangerous goods?
At minimum, provide accurate classification information, UN number, proper shipping name, packing group where applicable, SDS and packing details. The carrier and facility may request additional declarations or approvals.
Can your team arrange an alternative if PEANC cannot accept the cargo?
Yes. Our service team can review an appropriate Lima-area gateway, coordinate the inland leg and recheck customs, equipment, cut-off and delivery requirements before cargo movement.
Data Sources & Provenance
Hard identifiers in this module—UN/LOCODE, port name, country, city and coordinates—are taken from the supplied PEANC port record. Operational statements are presented as shipment-planning guidance and are subject to confirmation with the nominated facility, carrier, agent and Peruvian authorities.
- Peru National Port Authority and port-sector reference: apn.gob.pe
- Peruvian customs and border-trade authority: sunat.gob.pe
No berth, draft, throughput, equipment, tariff, sailing frequency or transit-time figure is presented without shipment-specific confirmation.