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ICK Majoor Henry Fernandes Airport (Nieuw Nickerie Airport)
Majoor Henry Fernandes Airport (Nieuw Nickerie Airport) (IATA: ICK, ICAO:SMNI) is located in the city of Nieuw Nickerie, Suriname.

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IATA Code

ICK

ICAO Code

SMNI

Name

Majoor Henry Fernandes Airport (Nieuw Nickerie Airport)

Type

Country / Region

Suriname (SR)

City

Nieuw Nickerie

Latitude

5.9555560

Longitude

-57.0394400

Time Zone

UTC−03:00

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Airport Overview

Majoor Henry Fernandes Airport (Nieuw Nickerie Airport)（ICK）

Majoor Henry Fernandes Airport (Nieuw Nickerie Airport) serves Nieuw Nickerie in western Suriname, close to the country’s border with Guyana and within the Nickerie district. Its logistics profile is that of a regional, non-hub airport rather than a dedicated international cargo gateway. For international freight forwarders, the airport may be relevant for local or time-sensitive regional movements, but cargo acceptance, aircraft suitability, customs arrangements and onward trucking must be confirmed for each shipment. Our service team can assess whether an airport-based movement, a connection through another Surinamese gateway or a road-and-air combination provides the more reliable routing.

Airport name	Majoor Henry Fernandes Airport (Nieuw Nickerie Airport)
IATA / ICAO	ICK / SMNI
Location	Nieuw Nickerie, Suriname
Coordinates	5.955556° N, 57.039440° W
Local time	UTC−03:00

Key Highlights

Regional airport profilePlan for limited cargo infrastructure and aircraft-dependent acceptance rather than standard hub-level handling.

Western Suriname accessThe location can support Nieuw Nickerie and nearby Nickerie district demand, subject to local collection and delivery feasibility.

Pre-arranged handlingBooking, ground handling, documentation and consignee collection should be coordinated before cargo is dispatched.

Connection-sensitive routingInternational shipments may require an interline, charter, road feeder or alternative gateway arrangement confirmed case by case.

Cargo Facilities & Services

General cargo: Do not assume a permanently staffed cargo terminal, pallet build-up area or scheduled freighter handling. Our service team will verify acceptance, handling location and available equipment before issuing final routing.
Cold-chain cargo: Temperature-controlled storage or active-container power cannot be presumed. Fresh, chilled or pharmaceutical shipments require a written handling confirmation and a contingency plan for delay.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance depends on aircraft, operator authorization, trained personnel and shipment classification. Dangerous goods should not be tendered until the carrier or appointed handler confirms acceptance.
Customs and controlled storage: Customs inspection, temporary storage, bonded treatment and release arrangements must be checked with the appointed local agent. Our team can coordinate document pre-review and consignee readiness.
Oversized or heavy cargo: Aircraft payload, door dimensions, lifting equipment and local access restrictions require shipment-specific approval; standard freighter assumptions are unsuitable for this airport.

Routes & Transit Times

Potential routings may involve regional aircraft, an approved charter, a road feeder to another gateway or an onward connection through a larger Surinamese or regional airport. Specific airlines, schedules and routings must be confirmed at booking.
For export cargo, the practical transit window is influenced by aircraft availability, consolidation frequency, connecting-gateway cut-offs, customs release and the availability of local collection or delivery vehicles.
For import cargo, consignee readiness is important because local storage, handling hours and release procedures may be more limited than at a major international hub.
Our service team will quote transit time only after checking routing, operating date, cargo dimensions, commodity, customs status and the final delivery address.

No fixed flight frequency, airline allocation or guaranteed transit time should be inferred from the airport identifiers alone. Final serviceability is subject to carrier and ground-handler confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary catchment: Nieuw Nickerie and the wider Nickerie district, with final coverage depending on road conditions, consignee location and vehicle availability.
Likely regional demand: Time-sensitive documents, small commercial consignments, spare parts, maintenance items and relief or project supplies may be suitable when aircraft and handling capacity are available.
Agricultural-linked cargo: The district’s agricultural activity can generate demand for samples, equipment parts and selected perishable products, but temperature control and acceptance must be arranged in advance.
Import profile: Electronics, industrial components, packaging materials and general merchandise should be evaluated against aircraft capacity, security procedures and local customs requirements.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: There is no universal airport cut-off that applies to every movement. Our team will obtain the applicable tender time from the operating carrier or local handler, allowing additional time for remote-site coordination.
Accurate declaration: The commercial invoice, packing list, shipper and consignee details, HS classification where required, cargo dimensions, gross weight and piece count must match the physical shipment.
Regulated cargo: Batteries, chemicals, aerosols, medicines, biological materials, perishables and live animals require advance screening. Dangerous goods declarations, permits, veterinary documents or health certificates may be required depending on the commodity and route.
Release and collection: Customs inspection, consignee identification, duties, local handling charges and delivery authorization can affect release. The consignee should be contactable and ready before arrival is confirmed.

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the commodity description, dimensions, weight, package type, ready date and final delivery address before packing is finalized.
Request a written acceptance check for dangerous goods, temperature-sensitive freight, live animals, valuables, oversized pieces and any shipment requiring special handling.
Use robust packaging suitable for multiple handling stages, clearly mark each piece and provide handling labels that correspond with the booking and shipping documents.
Keep an alternative plan available, such as a larger regional gateway, road feeder connection or charter solution, especially for urgent cargo and shipments with strict delivery commitments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Majoor Henry Fernandes Airport (Nieuw Nickerie Airport) handle international air freight directly?: Direct international acceptance cannot be assumed. Our service team will check the operating carrier, customs process, handling arrangements and any required connecting gateway before confirming the shipment.
Can urgent documents or small parcels be sent through Majoor Henry Fernandes Airport (Nieuw Nickerie Airport)?: They may be feasible when a suitable operating service and local handling arrangement are available. Confirmation is required before dispatch because express-network coverage and daily uplift should not be presumed.
Is temperature-controlled cargo suitable for this airport?: Only after written confirmation of the complete chain, including acceptance, storage, aircraft conditions, transfer protection and final delivery. Shippers should not tender pharmaceuticals or perishables on a standard-service assumption.
What information is needed for a rate and routing check?: Provide origin, destination, commodity, number of pieces, dimensions, gross weight, ready date, Incoterms, customs status and any special requirements. Our team will then compare direct, connected and alternative-gateway options.
Will customs clearance and final delivery be included automatically?: No. Customs brokerage, duties, local handling, storage and door delivery depend on the agreed service scope and consignee requirements. Our quotation will identify the confirmed inclusions and exclusions.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport name, identifiers, city, country, coordinates and time zone in this module are based on the supplied airport record for Majoor Henry Fernandes Airport (Nieuw Nickerie Airport). Operational statements are limited to regional-airport planning guidance and are intentionally expressed as conditional where airport-specific handling, schedules or facilities require confirmation.

Identifier and aviation-reference verification resources: iata.org and icao.int. These reference domains do not replace written confirmation from the operating carrier, local handler, customs authority or consignee for a specific shipment.