NA Prefix and Three-Character Structure
Namibia uses the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 prefix NA in UN/LOCODEs. The remaining three characters identify the specific location, such as NAWVB for Walvis Bay and NALUD for Luderitz.
Seaports in Namibia: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Namibia has 3 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting Atlantic maritime access, regional distribution and inland cargo flows.
Review verified Namibia port codes, cargo roles, regional logistics coverage and indicative shipping lanes.
Namibia Port Overview
Namibia's maritime network is concentrated on the Atlantic coast, with Walvis Bay serving as the principal commercial gateway and Luderitz supporting southern coastal and project-related cargo. Windhoek is included in the database as an inland logistics terminal rather than a seaport.
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Namibia ports & terminals indexed in our database
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National port cargo handled, 2025; YoY: not published in a verified public series
Namport 2025 public information
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Container throughput, 2025; YoY: not published in a verified public series
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Commercial berth total, 2025; YoY: not published as a consolidated official figure
Namport 2025 public information
How many seaports does Namibia have?
Namibia has 3 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight, including Walvis Bay, Luderitz and the Windhoek inland logistics terminal.
What is Namibia's largest or busiest port?
Walvis Bay is generally Namibia's largest and busiest commercial seaport. Its UN/LOCODE is NAWVB, and it handles container, bulk, breakbulk and regional transit cargo.
Which areas handle Namibia's main freight flows?
The main maritime freight area is the central Atlantic coast around Walvis Bay (NAWVB), while Luderitz (NALUD) serves the southern coast and Windhoek (NAWDH) supports inland distribution.
Top Namibia Ports and Terminals
This table reflects the three Namibia locations indexed in the Ecer Freight database. It is an indexed-coverage list, not a global container-port league table. Publicly comparable 2025 throughput and year-on-year figures were not confirmed for every listed location.
Namibia port and terminal reference, 2025 snapshot
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
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| — | Walvis Bay | NAWVB | — | — | Central Atlantic coast |
| — | Luderitz | NALUD | — | — | Southern Atlantic coast |
| — | Windhoek | NAWDH | — | — | Inland logistics hub |
Namibia Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Central Atlantic Coast
Walvis Bay is Namibia's principal deep-water maritime gateway and the main location for containerized, bulk, breakbulk and transit cargo.
Central Atlantic coast locations
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walvis Bay | NAWVB | Walvis Bay / — | Containers, bulk, breakbulk, energy and regional transit cargo |
Southern Atlantic Coast
The southern coastal cluster is represented by Luderitz, which supports local industry, fishing-related activity, project cargo and selected bulk movements.
Southern Atlantic coast locations
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luderitz | NALUD | Luderitz / — | Fishing, project, bulk and southern coastal cargo |
Inland Distribution Corridor
Windhoek is an inland logistics location in the database. It is relevant to cargo routing and customs distribution but is not a sea berth or coastal seaport.
Inland logistics locations
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windhoek | NAWDH | Windhoek / — | Inland cargo distribution, consolidation and final-mile logistics |
Namibia Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
City-Level and Terminal-Level Codes
A UN/LOCODE may identify a city, port area, inland logistics location or specific operating point. The code should therefore be checked against the actual bill of lading, booking, terminal and customs instructions.
How to Verify a Namibia Port Code
Compare the location name and code with the UNECE UN/LOCODE reference and the Ecer Freight Port Codes directory before preparing shipping documents.
Shipping from Namibia: Main Trade Lanes
Transit times are indicative planning ranges only. Actual schedules depend on vessel rotations, transshipment, carrier selection, equipment availability, customs clearance and seasonal conditions.
Namibia to Europe
Containerized exports and imports commonly move between Walvis Bay and European hub ports, often with a direct or transshipment service pattern.
Namibia to Asia
Asia–Namibia cargo generally uses scheduled carrier networks with transshipment through regional or global hubs, subject to the selected service.
Namibia to Southern Africa
Regional cargo connects Namibia with Southern African markets by coastal service, feeder movement or combined sea-and-land routing.
Namibia Inland Distribution
Cargo discharged at the coast may move inland to Windhoek for consolidation, customs processing, warehousing and onward delivery.
Data Sources and Methodology
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party database coverage of 3 Namibia ports and terminals, reviewed in Nov 2026.
- Namibia Ports Authority — official port infrastructure, operational context and published cargo information.
- Namibia Statistics Agency — national trade and transport statistics where available by reporting period.
- United Nations Economic Commission for Europe — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — maritime location and navigational reference information.
Namibia Port FAQ
How many seaports does Namibia have?
Namibia has 3 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight. The indexed locations are Walvis Bay, Luderitz and Windhoek, with Windhoek classified as an inland logistics terminal.
Which is the main port in Namibia?
Walvis Bay is generally the main commercial port in Namibia. Its UN/LOCODE is NAWVB.
What are the main Namibia port codes?
The indexed codes are NAWVB for Walvis Bay, NALUD for Luderitz and NAWDH for Windhoek. Codes should be verified against the specific booking and shipping document.
Which region handles most Namibia sea freight?
The central Atlantic coast around Walvis Bay generally handles the largest share of Namibia's maritime freight, while Luderitz supports southern coastal cargo.
How current are the Namibia port data on this page?
The database snapshot is from Nov 2026. The latest complete statistical reference year is 2025, but individual port authorities may publish figures on different schedules.
Can I request a freight quote from Namibia?
Yes. FCL and LCL rate requests can be submitted through the relevant Ecer Freight quote pages. Final rates depend on cargo details, equipment, routing, schedule and current carrier conditions.
Is Windhoek a seaport?
No. Windhoek is an inland logistics location. It is included in the Namibia database because it can support inland distribution connected with coastal gateways such as Walvis Bay.
Editorial note: Port codes and indexed coverage are maintained in the Ecer Freight database and reviewed quarterly. Cargo, throughput and infrastructure figures are cross-checked against publicly available port authority, national statistics and international maritime references; figures remain subject to revision when official sources publish updated data.
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