Port of Cape Town
Cape Town, South AfricaSea PortModerate
ECTN / CTN / BSC Requirement
Check RequiredThe Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (ECTN) is a mandatory document for shipments to many African ports. Requirements vary by country - verify before shipping.
Learn more about ECTN requirementsSouth Africa's oldest port and major gateway for fruit exports. Handles significant container and breakbulk cargo with modern facilities.
1 million TEUs
Capacity
830
Annual TEUs
3-5 days
Avg. Dwell Time
24/7
Operating Hours
Location
Cape Town, South Africa
Timezone
SAST (UTC+2)
Port Facilities
Container Terminal
Count: 1
Fruit Terminal
Capacity: Africa's largest
Multipurpose Terminal
Count: 1
Reefer plugs
Count: 1900
Shipping Lines
Maersk
EuropeAmericas
MSC
Global
CMA CGM
EuropeAsia
Main Trade Routes
EuropeAmericasAsia
Last updated: 2025-01-01