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VEEPA El Palito Port
El Palito Port is the seaport of El palito, in the city of El palitoin Venezuela. Overseas routes include Central and South America, Port code is VEEPA.

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Port Code

VEEPA

Name

El Palito

Country / Region

Venezuela

City

El palito

Sea Routes

Central and South America

Type

Latitude

10.4975200

Longitude

-68.1365200

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Port Overview

El Palito Port (UN/LOCODE: VEEPA) is a medium-sized Venezuelan seaport and petroleum-product terminal operated by PDVSA. It is located at El Palito, Venezuela, approximately 7 nautical miles west of Puerto Cabello, at 10.497520° N, 68.136520° W. The port’s principal logistics role is the export and handling of petroleum products, supported by liquid-cargo, breakbulk and limited general-cargo facilities. Its marine infrastructure extends from Punta Chavez over a shallow reef, with two pier sections designed for different water depths. Our service team treats VEEPA primarily as a bulk-liquid and project/general-cargo port rather than a conventional container gateway. Berth availability, cargo acceptance, documentation and vessel nominations must therefore be confirmed with the terminal and carrier before booking.

Port code	VEEPA	Country	Venezuela
Port / city	El Palito	Port type	Seaport; petroleum-product terminal
Coordinates	10.497520° N, 68.136520° W	Position	Approx. 7 nautical miles west of Puerto Cabello

Key Highlights

Petroleum-focused operationPDVSA-operated terminal facilities are primarily associated with petroleum-product exports and liquid cargo handling.

Four-tanker berthing referenceThe supplied port record states that up to four tankers may berth simultaneously; actual use depends on nomination, cargo and terminal approval.

Deep-water variation by pierPiers 1/2 reach approximately 13.7 m and Piers 3/4 approximately 16 m in the supplied facility description.

Non-containerized logistics profileBreakbulk and liquid facilities are identified, while routine container service should not be assumed without carrier confirmation.

Vessel planning is criticalThe recorded maximum vessel dimensions are 248 m length, 10.8 m draft and 104,736 t deadweight; operating limits must be reconfirmed for each call.

Facilities & Services

Marine berths: An approximately 825 m section covering Piers 1/2 and an approximately 1,450 m section covering Piers 3/4 are described as part causeway and part trestle structures extending from Punta Chavez.
Liquid cargo: The terminal is configured principally for petroleum-product movements and other liquid handling subject to terminal acceptance and product-specific controls.
Breakbulk capability: Breakbulk and general liquid facilities are identified in the supplied port description; cargo dimensions, lifting arrangements and berth suitability require case-by-case confirmation.
Marine depth profile: The stated pier depths differ between Piers 1/2 and Piers 3/4. Vessel under-keel clearance, tide and channel restrictions should be checked before nomination.
Container handling: Our team does not treat VEEPA as a standard container hub. Any FCL or special-equipment request should be checked against the actual carrier, terminal and equipment plan.
Inland interface: Road collection and delivery arrangements should be planned through the Puerto Cabello–El Palito coastal logistics corridor, with truck access, security and cargo release confirmed before dispatch.

Routes & Transit Times

VEEPA is best evaluated as a Venezuelan petroleum-product and liquid-cargo call connected to regional Caribbean and wider international trading patterns. Specific origin, destination, carrier, transshipment point and sailing schedule must be confirmed for each shipment.
Breakbulk or project cargo may require vessel-specific routing, geared-vessel review or a nearby alternative port plan rather than a routine container service. Our service team will compare the cargo dimensions with the nominated vessel and berth.
Transit time is affected by vessel nomination, terminal acceptance, berth congestion, weather, channel restrictions, customs or cargo-control procedures, and the availability of onward inland transport. We do not promise a fixed transit time without a confirmed booking.
For containerized cargo, routing through a carrier-confirmed Venezuelan gateway may be more practical than assuming direct acceptance at VEEPA. The final option depends on equipment availability, cargo type and consignee delivery location.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary industrial hinterland: El Palito and the central Venezuelan coastal corridor, with practical connections toward the Puerto Cabello area and nearby industrial and consumption markets.
Principal cargo: Petroleum products and other liquid bulk cargo form the port’s dominant operating profile according to the supplied port record.
Secondary cargo: Breakbulk, project cargo and selected general cargo may be handled where terminal approval, berth suitability and cargo equipment are available.
Container cargo: The supplied record lists FCL-related activity but no LCL or automotive activity. Our team therefore verifies the actual service scope rather than presenting VEEPA as a routine container distribution hub.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off: Do not rely on a generic carrier cut-off. Confirm terminal acceptance, vessel nomination, cargo readiness, documentation cut-off and any berth-specific instructions before positioning cargo or dispatching trucks.
Dangerous goods: Petroleum products and many associated commodities may fall under dangerous-goods controls. Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group where applicable, flash point, SDS and emergency information before acceptance review.
Document consistency: Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading instructions, cargo specification, certificates and customs documents must match the physical cargo. Liquid cargo should additionally be supported by agreed quantity, quality and measurement information.
Vessel and inland restrictions: Confirm draft, LOA, deadweight, manifold compatibility, under-keel clearance, tide, road access and security arrangements. The stated maximums are recorded-entry references, not guaranteed current operating limits.

Shipping Tips

Send cargo details early, including commodity, quantity, packaging, dimensions, SDS or technical specification, loading location, consignee and required delivery point. This allows our service team to select an appropriate port and vessel option.
For liquid or petroleum-related cargo, obtain written terminal and carrier acceptance before fixing the shipment. Confirm tank, hose, manifold, sampling, inspection and measurement requirements with the responsible parties.
For breakbulk or project cargo, prepare a complete stowage package with lifting points, center of gravity, gross weight, dimensions, securing method and photos. Do not assume that berth infrastructure includes the required shore crane or handling gear.
Keep an alternative gateway or transshipment plan available, especially where container equipment, berth windows, customs release or inland truck capacity is uncertain. Final routing should be based on the confirmed booking rather than port-code availability alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is VEEPA a regular container port?

VEEPA is primarily described as a petroleum-product and liquid-cargo terminal with breakbulk capability. Our team confirms container acceptance, equipment availability and the actual carrier service before offering an FCL solution.

What vessel limits should be used for initial planning?

The supplied record cites a maximum recorded vessel length of 248 m, maximum draft of 10.8 m and maximum deadweight of 104,736 t. These figures are planning references only; terminal, channel, tide and cargo-specific approval must be reconfirmed.

Can petroleum products be booked directly through the port?

Potentially, subject to PDVSA or terminal acceptance, product compatibility, dangerous-goods documentation, vessel nomination and applicable Venezuelan regulatory procedures. Our service team coordinates the information review but does not treat acceptance as automatic.

Are fixed transit times available for VEEPA shipments?

No fixed transit time should be assumed. The result depends on origin, vessel schedule, berth window, terminal clearance, weather, customs and inland delivery conditions. We provide an operational estimate after the routing and booking are confirmed.

What is the main risk when arranging inland delivery?

The principal risk is dispatching equipment before cargo release, terminal instructions, road access and security arrangements are confirmed. Our team verifies release status, truck suitability, cargo dimensions and delivery appointment requirements before arranging the move.

Data Sources & Provenance

The port code, name, location, coordinates, facility description, pier dimensions, berth reference and recorded vessel parameters in this module are based on the supplied VEEPA port master record. Operational conditions, berth availability, vessel acceptance, customs procedures, schedules and inland restrictions are time-sensitive and must be confirmed with the relevant terminal, carrier and authorities before execution.

The UN/LOCODE framework can be cross-checked through the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe at unece.org. The linked domain is provided as a reference framework only; it does not replace a current terminal or carrier confirmation. No unverified throughput, tariff, sailing frequency or fixed transit-time data is presented.