Lagos Anchorage Update September 20, 2026: NPA Berthing Prospects and Vessel Traffic Report By Josh Akinde


Lagos Anchorage and Port Operations Report – September 20, 2026

Maritime traffic at Lagos pilotage district remained active today, September 20, 2026, with significant vessel movements recorded at Lagos anchorage, Apapa Port Complex (LPC) and Tin Can Island Port Complex (TCIP).
This report provides a comprehensive analysis for ship owners, masters, clearing agents and freight forwarders operating within Nigerian waters.

Tincan Port Lagos 

Anchorage and Fairway Situation

As of 0800 hours today, a total of five ocean-going vessels were at Lagos anchorage awaiting berthing instructions from Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Harbour Master and Lagos Port Control.
Vessels at anchorage are maintaining required anchor watch and are positioned outside the main fairway buoy in compliance with International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs) and NPA marine directives.


Vessels Waiting at Lagos Anchorage – September 20, 2026


 Vessel Name Type Cargo / Operation Destination Terminal Status
MV Desert Hope Bulk Carrier Wheat in bulk Apapa Bulk Terminal Awaiting berth
MV Ocean Grace Container Vessel Containerized cargo Tin Can Island Awaiting berth
MT Stena Clear Sky Product Tanker Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) Atlas Cove Jetty Awaiting clearance
MV BBC Amber General Cargo Steel / Project Cargo Apapa Quay Awaiting berth
MV Kota Sejarah Container Vessel Electronics Tin Can Island Awaiting berth


Port Berthing Prospects and Terminal Operations


 Apapa Port Complex (LPC):
Berthing prospects for bulk carriers is moderate. Apapa Bulk Terminal is currently handling two vessels, with an expected turnaround of 72 hours per vessel. Masters should keep main engine on standby.
Tin Can Island Port Complex (TCIP): Berthing prospect is high. TICT and Ports & Cargo terminals have free berths. Container vessels at anchorage are expected to berth within 24-48 hours subject to pilotage and tug availability.


Tanker Operations:Operations:
at Atlas Cove and Single Point Mooring (SPM) are under normal marine safety protocols. NPA has advised all tankers to maintain minimum 0.5 nautical mile safe distance.


NPA and NIMASA Directives Today
Nigerian Ports Authority has reiterated that all vessels without valid NPA harbour master clearance should remain clear of the fairway. Port marine services including pilotage and towage are available on VHF Channel 14 and 16.
Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) continues to monitor maritime security within Lagos anchorage through the Deep Blue Project assets.

Advisory to Importers, Clearing Agents and Ship Chandlers
Ensure all import documentation including Form M, PAAR, and SONCAP are validated before vessel berths to avoid demurrage.
- Monitor NPA daily shipping position released at 0800hrs and 2000hrs daily.
- Ship owners should contact their local shipping agents for updated Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) and Estimated Time of Berthing (ETB).


Nigeria Anchorage will publish the next Lagos anchorage and berthing prospects report on September 21, 2026 at 0900hrs.

For enquiries, contact: nigeriaanchorage25@gmail.com
Category: Lagos Anchorage Update | NPA | Maritime Security | Nigerian Ports

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