Guinea-Bissau, a small state in West Africa located on the Atlantic coast, has several key ports that play an important role in its economy and international trade. In this article, we will look at Guinea-Bissau’s main ports, their location and functions.
- Port of Bissau: This is the country’s largest and most important port, located in the capital city of Bissau. The Port of Bissau handles both cargo and passenger vessels, playing a key role in Guinea-Bissau’s international trade and economy. It handles exports of commodities such as cashews, fish, seafood and timber, as well as imports of food, manufactured goods and petroleum products.
- Port of Bolama: Located on Bolama Island in the Bijagós Archipelago. The Port of Bolama serves local cargo and fishing vessels, supporting the regional economy and the transport of goods between the islands and the mainland.
- Port of Bubaque: Located on the island of Bubaque in the Bijagós Archipelago. The Port of Bubaque is used for local cargo and passenger transport and also plays an important role in the fishing industry and tourism, providing transport links to other islands in the archipelago.
- Port of Binta: Located on the coast of mainland Guinea-Bissau, south of the capital. The Port of Bintumani serves local fishing and cargo vessels, supporting the local fisheries and economy.
Full list of official ports that exist in the region:
- BISSAU (UN/LOCODE: GWOXB, West Africa)
- BOLAMA (UN/LOCODE: GWBOL, West Africa)
- BUBAQUE (UN/LOCODE: GWBQE, West Africa)
- SAO JOAO (West Africa)
- BISSAU ANCH (West Africa)
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