MS Prefix and Three-Letter Location Code
A Montserrat UN/LOCODE begins with the country prefix MS and is followed by a three-character location identifier, such as MSLTB, MSPLY or MSMNI.
Seaports in Montserrat: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Montserrat has 3 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, serving a small Caribbean maritime gateway with limited but strategically important coastal freight connectivity.
Review indexed port codes, local cargo roles, trade lanes and indicative shipping options for Montserrat.
Montserrat Port Overview
Montserrat is a small Caribbean island economy whose maritime access is concentrated around a limited number of coastal facilities. Ecer Freight indexing and public statistical coverage are separate measures: the figures below distinguish database coverage from official national transport indicators.
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Montserrat ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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Official maritime cargo tonnage, 2025; YoY not published
Montserrat statistics · 2025
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Official container throughput, 2025; YoY not published
Montserrat statistics · 2025
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Official commercial berth count, 2025; YoY not published
Montserrat statistics · 2025
How many seaports does Montserrat have?
Montserrat has 3 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot.
Which is the largest or busiest port in Montserrat?
Little Bay, coded MSLTB, is the leading indexed maritime facility in Montserrat and is generally treated as the island’s principal commercial port area, subject to vessel and cargo scheduling.
Where is most seaborne cargo handled in Montserrat?
Most indexed freight activity is associated with the Little Bay and Plymouth coastal area, represented by MSLTB and MSPLY; precise cargo shares are not published in a consistent 2025 national series.
Top Ports in Montserrat by Indexed Activity
This table lists the three Montserrat facilities available in the Ecer Freight database, ordered by the supplied business-activity ranking. Montserrat does not have a reliably published 2025 container league table for these facilities.
Indexed port ranking and available 2025 throughput indicators
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Little Bay | MSLTB | — | — | Little Bay |
| — | Plymouth Ms | MSPLY | — | — | Plymouth coastal area |
| — | Montserrat | MSMNI | — | — | Island-wide reference |
Montserrat Port Regions and Cargo Roles
The indexed facilities are grouped by their coastal reference and operational role. Province fields are blank in the source database because Montserrat has no province value recorded for these entries.
Little Bay Commercial Gateway
Little Bay is the principal indexed commercial maritime area and a practical reference point for general cargo and island supply movements.
Port facilities associated with the Little Bay gateway
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Bay | MSLTB | Montserrat / — | General cargo, island supplies and coastal logistics |
Plymouth Coastal Reference
Plymouth remains an important geographic and historical maritime reference for Montserrat, although current vessel access and cargo handling are subject to local operating conditions.
Port facilities associated with the Plymouth reference area
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Ms | MSPLY | Plymouth Ms / — | Historical port reference and coastal activity |
Island-Wide Montserrat Reference
The general Montserrat entry provides an island-level code reference where a shipment record is not tied to a more specific indexed facility.
Island-level port code reference
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montserrat | MSMNI | Montserrat / — | Island-level routing and destination reference |
Montserrat UN/LOCODE Guide
UN/LOCODE entries identify places used in international trade, transport documents and logistics systems. The Montserrat prefix is MS.
City-Level and Facility-Level References
A location code may represent a city, port area or specific transport facility. The exact operational meaning should be checked against the carrier booking, terminal instruction and shipping documents.
How to Verify a Port Code
Compare the code with the UNECE UN/LOCODE reference and the Ecer Freight port directory before preparing a bill of lading or rate request.
Shipping from Montserrat: Main Trade Lanes
Montserrat’s maritime trade is typically arranged through regional Caribbean gateways and onward international connections. Sailing frequency, transshipment points and final delivery windows require confirmation for each booking.
Montserrat to Eastern Caribbean
Regional feeder and coastal services can connect Montserrat with nearby Eastern Caribbean markets, subject to vessel schedules and available relay capacity.
Montserrat to North America
North American cargo generally moves through Caribbean transshipment hubs before onward carriage to the United States or Canada.
Montserrat to Europe
Europe-bound shipments commonly require a regional Caribbean connection and an onward mainline service, with schedules varying by carrier.
Montserrat to Global Destinations
For Asia, the Middle East, Africa and other long-haul markets, cargo is normally consolidated or transshipped through a larger Caribbean or Atlantic gateway.
Data Sources and Methodology
Port coverage, code presentation and trade guidance are separated from official throughput statistics. Where a current public national series is unavailable, the relevant field is shown as unavailable rather than estimated.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party database snapshot from Nov 2026, with 3 Montserrat ports and terminals indexed.
- UNECE — international UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — maritime geographic reference material and navigational context.
- Government of Montserrat — official government context for local administration and public information.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montserrat Ports
How many seaports does Montserrat have?
Montserrat has 3 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot.
What is the main port in Montserrat?
Little Bay is the leading indexed commercial facility in Montserrat and carries the code MSLTB. Actual vessel acceptance and cargo operations are subject to local conditions.
What are the Montserrat port codes?
The indexed codes are MSLTB for Little Bay, MSPLY for Plymouth Ms and MSMNI for Montserrat.
Which region handles most Montserrat sea freight?
Indexed sea-freight activity is concentrated around the Little Bay and Plymouth coastal references, with regional Caribbean transshipment commonly used for international cargo.
Are 2025 container throughput figures available for Montserrat?
A consistent official 2025 container-throughput series was not identified for the indexed facilities, so no TEU estimate is presented.
How current is the Montserrat port data?
The Ecer Freight database snapshot is dated Nov 2026. Port details and trade guidance are reviewed quarterly, while carrier schedules remain subject to operational confirmation.
How can a shipment from Montserrat be quoted?
Provide the cargo type, weight, dimensions, origin code, destination, incoterms and preferred sailing window through the relevant FCL or LCL rate request service.
Editorial note: This Montserrat port page combines Ecer Freight’s first-party port index with publicly available geographic and transport references. Indexed port records and page content are reviewed quarterly; carrier schedules, port access, routing and rate conditions should be confirmed at the time of booking.
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