3908 - Kitimat Harbour Nautical Chart

The Industrial Gateway: 3890 - Kitimat Harbour

Navigate the deep fjords of British Columbia’s North Coast with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 3908 is the definitive 1:15,000 scale "road map" for mariners, providing the high-resolution data required for safe passage into Kitimat Harbour and the surrounding waters of Kitimat Arm.

Precision for Global Shipping and Industrial Hubs

As a critical terminal for aluminum, methanol, and liquefied natural gas (LNG), Kitimat Harbour demands the highest level of navigational accuracy. CHS Chart 3908 provides the "ground-truth" data required for pilotage and docking:

• Deep-Water Approach Detail: Features high-resolution mapping of the northern end of Douglas Channel and the final approaches to the harbor terminals.

• Wharf and Terminal Accuracy: Detailed bathymetry for major industrial sites, including the Rio Tinto wharf, the LNG Canada project area, and the Haisla Centre, identifying precise depths and sea bottom characteristics.

• Safe Anchorage & Turning Basins: Provides essential data for large vessel maneuvers, identifying turning basins and safe anchorage depths within the sheltered fjord environment.

• Hazard & Infrastructure Identification: Explicitly marks all navigation aids, dolphins, lights, and submerged hazards, ensuring situational awareness for tug and barge operators, pilots, and recreational cruisers.

The Professional Standard for Northwest BC Safety

With Kitimat's role as a major Pacific gateway expanding, the reliability of Chart 3908 is more vital than ever. Specifically designed to meet the rigorous requirements of international marine navigation, this official CHS chart delivers the accuracy and detail needed to navigate this industrial powerhouse with total confidence.