KY Prefix and Three-Letter Identifier
A Cayman Islands UN/LOCODE begins with the country prefix KY and is followed by a three-character location identifier, such as KYGEC, KYCYB, KYGRA or KYGTN.
Seaports in Cayman Islands: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Cayman Islands has 5 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database and serves as a small, tourism- and distribution-oriented maritime market in the Caribbean.
Use verified UN/LOCODE references and current carrier schedules when planning cargo to or from Cayman Islands.
Cayman Islands Port Overview
Cayman Islands has a limited number of indexed maritime facilities. The available records cover Georgetown-related entries, Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac; indexed coverage is not the same as a national ranking of cargo ports.
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Cayman Islands ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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2025 official cargo throughput in tonnes; YoY not publicly reported in the available summary
Cayman Islands Port Authority · 2025
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2025 container throughput in TEU; YoY not publicly reported in the available summary
Cayman Islands Port Authority · 2025
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2025 commercial berth count; YoY not publicly reported in the available summary
Cayman Islands Port Authority · 2025
How many seaports does Cayman Islands have?
Cayman Islands has 5 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot.
Which port is the leading indexed entry?
Georgetown Ky, identified by UN/LOCODE KYGEC, is the leading indexed entry in the supplied Ecer Freight sample by database activity order; operational activity is generally concentrated around Grand Cayman.
Which area handles the main maritime activity?
Grand Cayman is the principal maritime and commercial area in the indexed sample, represented by Grand Cayman (KYGRA), Georgetown Ky (KYGEC) and George Town, Ky (KYGTN).
Top Ports in Cayman Islands
This table shows the Cayman Islands port records available in the Ecer Freight sample. No reliable, comparable 2025 TEU league-table figures were available for these individual facilities in the reviewed public summaries, so the ranking, throughput and year-on-year fields are left together as unavailable rather than estimated.
Indexed port and terminal records, ordered by supplied database activity order
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Georgetown Ky | KYGEC | — | — | Grand Cayman |
| — | Cayman Brac | KYCYB | — | — | Cayman Brac |
| — | Grand Cayman | KYGRA | — | — | Grand Cayman |
| — | George Town, Ky | KYGTN | — | — | Grand Cayman |
Cayman Islands Port Regions
Grand Cayman
Grand Cayman contains the main concentration of indexed port records and supports the country’s principal commercial, passenger and general-cargo activity.
Grand Cayman port records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown Ky | KYGEC | Georgetown Ky / — | General cargo, passenger and local distribution activity |
| Grand Cayman | KYGRA | Grand Cayman / — | Island-wide maritime gateway and mixed cargo support |
| George Town, Ky | KYGTN | — / — | Georgetown-area port reference for local cargo movements |
Cayman Brac
Cayman Brac is a separate island market with a smaller maritime footprint and more limited local cargo requirements than Grand Cayman.
Cayman Brac port records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cayman Brac | KYCYB | Cayman Brac / — | Inter-island supply and general cargo support |
Island Distribution Network
Cayman Islands logistics planning is shaped by island geography. Cargo routings are generally arranged around the principal Grand Cayman gateway, with separate handling or onward movement for smaller islands.
Indexed locations relevant to island distribution
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cayman | KYGRA | Grand Cayman / — | Primary island gateway and distribution reference |
| Cayman Brac | KYCYB | Cayman Brac / — | Smaller-island replenishment and local cargo |
Cayman Islands Port Codes Explained
City-Level and Terminal-Level References
A location code can identify a city, island or broader port area, while carrier systems may use additional terminal, facility or booking references for the actual cargo handover point.
How to Verify a Port Code
Compare the code with the UNECE reference framework and cross-check the latest Ecer Freight port directory at Port Codes before preparing shipping documents.
Shipping from Cayman Islands: Main Trade Lanes
Cayman Islands freight schedules are subject to vessel availability, transshipment arrangements, seasonal demand and carrier confirmation. The following lanes are indicative planning references rather than guaranteed sailing schedules.
Cayman Islands to United States
A common regional pattern for consumer goods, project cargo and commercial replenishment, often involving a Caribbean or United States transshipment point.
Cayman Islands to Caribbean
Regional services support inter-island distribution and the movement of food, retail products, construction materials and general cargo.
Cayman Islands to Central America
Central American routings may be practical for consolidated cargo and regional supply chains when a suitable transshipment connection is available.
Grand Cayman to Cayman Brac
Inter-island cargo is generally planned separately from deep-sea imports and requires confirmation of local sailing frequency, equipment and receiving arrangements.
Sources and Data Methodology
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party snapshot with 5 Cayman Islands port and terminal records, reviewed in Nov 2026.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference framework.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — maritime location and navigational reference material.
- Cayman Islands Port Authority — official port administration context and public operational information.
- Cayman Islands Government — official national statistical and government information context.
Cayman Islands Port FAQ
How many seaports does Cayman Islands have?
Cayman Islands has 5 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot.
What is the largest or busiest port in Cayman Islands?
The supplied sample does not provide an official national throughput ranking. Georgetown Ky (KYGEC) is the leading indexed entry by database activity order, while Grand Cayman (KYGRA) represents the principal island gateway area.
What port codes are used for Cayman Islands?
Cayman Islands codes use the KY country prefix. Indexed examples include KYGEC for Georgetown Ky, KYCYB for Cayman Brac, KYGRA for Grand Cayman and KYGTN for George Town, Ky.
Which regions handle most Cayman Islands cargo?
Grand Cayman is the main commercial and maritime area in the indexed sample. Cayman Brac is a smaller island market with separate local supply requirements.
How current is the Cayman Islands port data?
The first-party port count and indexed records reflect the Nov 2026 snapshot. Macroeconomic and port statistics are shown for the latest complete year available, generally 2025, and should be checked against current official releases.
Can Ecer Freight quote FCL and LCL shipments to Cayman Islands?
FCL and LCL quotations can be requested through the relevant Ecer Freight rate tools. Final pricing depends on origin, destination, cargo details, equipment, sailing schedule and transshipment requirements.
This guide combines Ecer Freight’s first-party port index with public maritime and government reference sources. Port records are reviewed quarterly, while throughput, schedules and carrier service conditions remain subject to official updates and operational confirmation.
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