Port of Itajai (BRITJ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Itajai (UN/LOCODE BRITJ) is a medium river (natural) harbor located in Brazil, on the South Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 26.9167° S, 48.6333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth near 9.4 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
Brazil
UN/LOCODE
BRITJ
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
26.9167° S, 48.6333° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
9.4 m
Anchorage Depth
9.4 m
Cargo Pier Depth
12.5 m
Max Vessel Draft
11.5 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
4.9 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
South Atlantic Ocean
Region
Brazil SE Coast

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterNo / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilNo / No
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockModerate / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Distance
40 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Itajai

Where is Port of Itajai located?

Port of Itajai is a seaport located in Brazil, on the South Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 26.9167° S, 48.6333° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Itajai?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Itajai is BRITJ — country code BR, location code ITJ.

How deep is Port of Itajai?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Itajai has a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Itajai?

Port of Itajai reports a maximum draft of 11.5 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Itajai require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Itajai.

What type of harbor is Port of Itajai?

Port of Itajai is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Itajai have?

Port of Itajai is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Itajai are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #13020), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →