VG plus a three-character location code
UN/LOCODEs for Virgin Islands, British use the two-letter prefix VG followed by three characters identifying a location or transport point, such as VGTOR for Tortola and VGRTN for Road Town.
Seaports in Virgin Islands, British: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Virgin Islands, British has 6 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting regional island, tourism, and general-cargo movements in the Caribbean.
Use the port-code directory to identify local facilities and review indicative shipping options for Virgin Islands, British.
Virgin Islands, British Port Overview
Virgin Islands, British is a small Caribbean maritime market. Port activity is concentrated around Tortola and Road Town, while Virgin Gorda supports local island and visitor-related marine traffic. Publicly comparable national container statistics are limited, so indexed coverage and official-data availability are presented separately.
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Virgin Islands, British ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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Official cargo tonnage, 2025; year-on-year change not published
Official public data review · 2025
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Official container throughput in TEU, 2025; year-on-year change not published
Official public data review · 2025
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National commercial berth count, 2025; year-on-year change not published
Official public data review · 2025
How many seaports does Virgin Islands, British have?
Virgin Islands, British has 6 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot.
Which port is the main maritime gateway?
Tortola is the leading indexed port name by business activity, identified by UN/LOCODE VGTOR; Road Town, code VGRTN, is another important local maritime location.
Where is most port activity concentrated?
The main concentration is around Tortola and Road Town, including VGTOR, VGRTN, VGRAD, and VGTOV, with Virgin Gorda represented by VGVIR.
Top Ports in Virgin Islands, British
The table below is an indexed-port activity view, not a verified global TEU league table. No reliable public 2025 port-by-port throughput or year-on-year series was identified for these small island facilities; the statistical cells therefore remain unified as unavailable rather than implying a ranking.
Indexed ports and terminals, ordered by Ecer Freight business activity
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Tortola | VGTOR | — | — | Tortola |
| — | Road Town | VGRTN | — | — | Tortola |
| — | Virgin Gorda | VGVIR | — | — | Virgin Gorda |
| — | Road Town | VGRAD | — | — | Tortola |
| — | Tortola | VGTOV | — | — | Tortola |
Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Tortola and Road Town
Tortola is the principal indexed island cluster for local maritime services, general cargo, passenger movements, and feeder connections.
Tortola and Road Town facilities
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tortola | VGTOR | Tortola / — | General cargo, island supply, and marine services |
| Road Town | VGRTN | Road Town / — | Local distribution, passenger, and mixed maritime traffic |
| Road Town | VGRAD | Road Town / — | Road Town-area terminal and port activity |
| Tortola | VGTOV | Tortola / — | Local port and inter-island movements |
Virgin Gorda
Virgin Gorda is an eastern island cluster with port activity generally linked to local supply, passenger movements, and smaller-scale marine operations.
Virgin Gorda facilities
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin Gorda | VGVIR | Virgin Gorda / — | Island supply, passenger, and general marine traffic |
Road Town Maritime Cluster
The Road Town cluster contains multiple indexed entries for the same urban maritime area. Exact facility functions and operating conditions should be confirmed before booking.
Road Town indexed entries
Virgin Islands, British Port Codes
City-level and terminal-level distinctions
More than one code may appear around the same city or island. Road Town entries VGRTN and VGRAD should be checked against the actual terminal, consignee instructions, and carrier booking details.
How to verify a port code
Verify the code against the UNECE UN/LOCODE reference and cross-check the current Ecer Freight port directory before quoting or filing shipping documents.
Shipping from Virgin Islands, British: Main Trade Lanes
Virgin Islands, British is primarily a regional Caribbean shipping market. Transit times vary with transshipment, sailing frequency, weather, equipment availability, and the final island delivery point.
Virgin Islands, British to United States East Coast
Containerized and consolidated cargo may move through Caribbean transshipment hubs before reaching major United States East Coast gateways.
Virgin Islands, British to Caribbean hubs
Regional feeder services connect island cargo with larger Caribbean consolidation and distribution centers.
Virgin Islands, British to Europe
Europe-bound cargo generally requires a Caribbean or North Atlantic transshipment connection and carrier-specific routing.
Inter-island and local Caribbean supply
Smaller shipments and island replenishment cargo commonly use regional feeder, breakbulk, or consolidated services.
Data Sources and Methodology
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party indexed coverage of 6 Virgin Islands, British ports and terminals, snapshot November 2026.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference framework.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — maritime location and navigational reference context.
- Government of the Virgin Islands — official government context for transport, trade, and public statistical availability.
- Official public-data review — 2025 is the latest complete statistical year used for the macro indicators; no reliable national port-by-port TEU series was identified.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seaports does Virgin Islands, British have?
Virgin Islands, British has 6 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the November 2026 database snapshot.
What is the main port in Virgin Islands, British?
Tortola is the leading indexed port name by business activity and is listed under VGTOR. Road Town, including VGRTN and VGRAD, is also a key local maritime cluster.
What is the UN/LOCODE prefix for Virgin Islands, British?
The UN/LOCODE prefix for Virgin Islands, British is VG. Examples in the Ecer Freight database include VGTOR, VGRTN, VGVIR, VGRAD, and VGTOV.
Which regions handle most cargo in Virgin Islands, British?
Port activity is concentrated around Tortola and Road Town, with Virgin Gorda serving a smaller island cluster. Exact cargo roles depend on the facility and sailing schedule.
How current is the Virgin Islands, British port data?
The indexed-port count is based on the November 2026 Ecer Freight snapshot. The latest complete comparison year for macro indicators is 2025, while public port-level throughput data is limited.
Are container throughput figures available for Virgin Islands, British?
A reliable public 2025 port-by-port container throughput series was not identified for these facilities. The indexed-port count should therefore not be interpreted as a TEU ranking.
How can shipping rates from Virgin Islands, British be requested?
FCL and LCL quotations can be requested through the relevant Ecer Freight rate tools. Final pricing depends on origin, destination, cargo details, equipment, routing, and current carrier space.
Editorial note: Port codes and indexed coverage are maintained from the Ecer Freight database and reviewed against available official and maritime reference sources. Commercial schedules, service patterns, and public statistics can change; data is refreshed periodically, with this page reviewed for the 2026 edition.
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