Port of Auckland (NZAKL): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Auckland (UN/LOCODE NZAKL) is a large river (natural) harbor located in New Zealand, on the South Pacific Ocean. It sits at 36.8500° S, 174.7667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- South Pacific Ocean
- Region
- New Zealand N Island
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Auckland
Where is Port of Auckland located?
Port of Auckland is a seaport located in New Zealand, on the South Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 36.8500° S, 174.7667° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Auckland?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Auckland is NZAKL — country code NZ, location code AKL.
How deep is Port of Auckland?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Auckland has a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Auckland?
Port of Auckland reports a maximum draft of 12.7 m, a maximum beam of 43 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Auckland require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Auckland.
What type of harbor is Port of Auckland?
Port of Auckland is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Auckland have?
Port of Auckland is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Auckland are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #55060), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →