- Port
- CHINDE
- Routes
- -
- UN/LOCODE
- MZCDE
- Country/Region
- Mozambique
Port Introduction
Chinde is located at the southernmost outlet of the Zambezi River Delta in Mozambique. Geography and strategic positioning: In history, Xinde was a key transit gateway into the hinterland of the Zambezi River and neighboring inland areas such as Malawi. It connects Mozambique's fertile agricultural areas through inland waterways. Port attribute: This is a typical extremely small natural river port. Due to its location at the mouth of the river, the depth of its waterway is greatly affected by sedimentation and seasonal water level fluctuations (usually around 3-5 meters), mainly accommodating barges, shallow water feeder ships, and fishing boats. Logistics function: It serves as a transportation hub for local sugar, cotton, and agricultural products. In 2026, with the advancement of agricultural development projects in the Zambezi River Basin, Xinde's strategic value as a transit hub between inland barges and deep-sea ports such as Bela Port is steadily recovering.
Other Port Data
| Harbor Use | - | Shelter Afforded | Fair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Depth (m) | 1.8 | Anchorage Depth (m) | 4.9 |
| Cargo Pier Depth (m) | 0 | Oil Terminal Depth (m) | 0 |
| Entrance Width (m) | 0 | Tidal Range (m) | 3 |
| Maximum Vessel Length (m) | 0 | Maximum Vessel Beam (m) | 0 |
| Maximum Vessel Draft (m) | 0 | Facilities - Container | - |
| Facilities - Solid Bulk | - | Facilities - Liquid Bulk | - |
| Facilities - Ro-Ro | - | Facilities - Oil Terminal | - |
| Facilities - LNG Terminal | - | Cranes - Fixed | Yes |
| Cranes - Mobile | - | Cranes - Floating | - |
| Pilotage - Compulsory | Yes | Tugs - Assistance | Yes |
| Repairs | - | Dry Dock | - |
| Services - Longshoremen | - | Supplies - Potable Water | No |
| Supplies - Fuel Oil | - | Supplies - Diesel Oil | - |
| Railway | - |
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