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USMET Metlakatla Port
Metlakatla Port is the seaport of Metlakatla, in the city of Metlakatlain United states. Overseas routes include North America, Port code is USMET.

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Port Code

USMET

Name

Metlakatla

Country / Region

United states

City

Metlakatla

Sea Routes

North America

Type

Latitude

55.1250200

Longitude

-131.5650000

Est. Unit Price

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Port Overview

Metlakatla (UN/LOCODE: USMET) is a small coastal port serving the community of Metlakatla on the western shore of Annette Island in southeastern Alaska. The port is positioned at Port Chester, approximately 14 nautical miles from Ketchikan and about 87 nautical miles from Prince Rupert, Canada. Its operating profile is oriented toward general cargo, Ro-Ro movements, fishing activity and timber-related products rather than high-volume container distribution. The supplied port record indicates approximately 7,000 tonnes of cargo handled annually. Our platform treats USMET as a local and regional marine gateway where sailing availability, cargo consolidation and onward arrangements must be confirmed shipment by shipment. We do not assume regular container service, fixed cut-offs, rail access or guaranteed transit times without written confirmation from the actual carrier or local operator.

Port codeUSMET

CountryUnited States

LocationMetlakatla, Alaska

Coordinates55.1250200, -131.5650000

Key Highlights

Our platform classifies USMET as a small regional seaport with a general-cargo and community-supply function, not as a conventional high-frequency container hub.
The port record identifies general cargo, Ro-Ro, fishing and timber products as the principal cargo segments.
Its Southeast Alaska island location makes marine feeder planning, weather exposure and local handling coordination central to the transport plan.
Prince Rupert and Ketchikan are geographically relevant connecting gateways, but a specific transshipment arrangement must be confirmed before booking.
FCL availability shown in the supplied record should be treated as an internal planning indicator; equipment acceptance, empty return and actual sailing options require carrier confirmation.

Facilities & Services

Service area	Planning interpretation for USMET
General cargo	Suitable cargo planning should focus on project, breakbulk or community-supply movements subject to local equipment and labor confirmation.
Ro-Ro	Vehicle, machinery and wheeled cargo may be operationally relevant. Dimensions, weight, securing method and ramp compatibility must be checked in advance.
Container handling	Do not assume a full-service container terminal, reefer plugs, empty-container stock or standard port-gate procedures. Our team confirms these points with the nominated operator.
Warehousing and storage	Short-term staging, covered storage and open-yard availability should be arranged locally before cargo dispatch; storage periods and handling charges are normally subject to quotation.
Road and rail access	As an island port, local marine and road coordination is more relevant than a conventional mainland rail connection. Any onward movement beyond the local area requires a separately confirmed feeder, barge or truck plan.
Inspection and customs support	Inspection location, availability of bonded facilities and cargo release procedures must be confirmed for the individual shipment rather than inferred from larger Alaskan ports.

Routes & Transit Times

North Pacific and Alaska supply chains: International cargo may require a connection through a larger gateway serving Southeast Alaska. The actual routing depends on carrier acceptance, equipment positioning and the final delivery point.
Prince Rupert connection: Its relative proximity makes Prince Rupert a possible planning reference for regional transshipment, but customs treatment, carrier interchange and sailing availability must be verified before using this option.
Ketchikan connection: Ketchikan is geographically close and may be relevant for local feeder or service coordination; proximity does not establish a scheduled direct service.
Transit-time controls: Weather, tides, limited sailing frequency, cargo consolidation, equipment availability, port labor and inter-island transfer arrangements can materially extend the schedule. Our team quotes only after receiving a carrier-confirmed routing.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Local and island supplyMetlakatla and nearby Southeast Alaska communities require dependable marine delivery for general supplies, equipment and scheduled replenishment cargo.

Fishing sectorFishing-related equipment, supplies and seasonal cargo are consistent with the port profile; temperature control and delivery windows should be planned around the operating season.

Timber productsTimber and forestry-related products may move as bulkier or breakbulk cargo, requiring verified dimensions, lifting arrangements, moisture protection and securing instructions.

Ro-Ro and machineryVehicles, construction equipment and wheeled machinery may be practical cargo types, subject to ramp, axle-load, lashing and local discharge requirements.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off: USMET should not be assigned a standard terminal cut-off without confirmation. Our service team obtains the carrier’s documentation cut-off, cargo receiving window, vessel cut-off and any local barge closing time in writing.
Dangerous goods: Submit the complete IMO declaration, SDS where applicable, packing certificate, UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group and emergency contact before acceptance. Do not dispatch DG cargo until the carrier and port-side handler approve it.
Customs and border data: For imports, exports or cargo connecting through Canada, the responsible party must confirm the applicable U.S. filing, release and transshipment requirements with the carrier and customs broker. Routing through Canada does not by itself change the customs status of the cargo.
Physical delivery: Confirm consignee access, lifting equipment, road restrictions, appointment requirements, weather contingency and empty-equipment return instructions before arranging the final leg.

Shipping Tips

Send our platform the cargo dimensions, gross weight, packing method, HS code, commodity description, delivery address and preferred shipping window before requesting a USMET quotation.
For machinery and Ro-Ro cargo, provide center-of-gravity details, axle loads, photographs and lashing points so the local handler can assess safe discharge requirements.
For containerized cargo, request confirmation of container acceptance, equipment type, reefer power, empty release, seal procedure and whether the shipment must be delivered through a connecting gateway.
Build schedule contingency for weather and limited sailing options. Our team can compare a direct regional marine arrangement with a Ketchikan or Prince Rupert connection when commercially and operationally available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book a standard FCL shipment directly to USMET?

Possibly, but it should not be assumed. USMET is a small regional port, so our team first verifies carrier acceptance, equipment supply, container handling, local receiving arrangements and the final sailing plan.

Is USMET suitable for oversized machinery?

It may be suitable for certain Ro-Ro or breakbulk movements. We require exact dimensions, weight, lifting or rolling method, center of gravity and lashing information before seeking local operational approval.

Can cargo be routed through Prince Rupert or Ketchikan?

These ports are relevant regional reference points, but a confirmed connection is not guaranteed. Our service team checks the carrier’s interchange, customs treatment, transshipment handling and onward sailing before offering the route.

What causes delays at this port?

Common planning risks include weather, limited sailing frequency, equipment shortages, consolidation timing, local labor availability, island access and incomplete delivery instructions. A carrier-confirmed schedule and contingency window are recommended.

What information is needed for a quotation?

Provide commodity, packing, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, DG status, origin, destination, delivery terms, requested date and whether the cargo is containerized, wheeled or breakbulk. Our team uses these details to select a realistic routing.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, port name, country, city, coordinates, cargo profile, geographic relationships and the approximate annual cargo figure in this module are taken from the supplied USMET port record. Operational details such as carrier acceptance, cut-offs, equipment, storage, inspection arrangements, charges and sailing availability are shipment-specific and must be reconfirmed with the operating carrier, local handler and customs broker.

For U.S. customs and border-compliance reference, our team uses the official U.S. Customs and Border Protection domain: cbp.gov. For Alaska transportation and infrastructure context, the relevant state government domain is: dot.alaska.gov. These domains provide regulatory or infrastructure reference points; they do not constitute a guarantee of current USMET service schedules or terminal capabilities.