Port of Mata-Utu (WFMAU): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Mata-Utu (UN/LOCODE WFMAU) is a very small open roadstead harbor located in Wallis and Futuna, on the South Pacific Ocean. It sits at 13.2833° S, 176.1333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 3.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes 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
- Open Roadstead
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- South Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Iles Wallis
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Mata-Utu
Where is Port of Mata-Utu located?
Port of Mata-Utu is a seaport located in Wallis and Futuna, on the South Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 13.2833° S, 176.1333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Mata-Utu?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Mata-Utu is WFMAU — country code WF, location code MAU.
How deep is Port of Mata-Utu?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Mata-Utu has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 3.4 m.
Does Port of Mata-Utu require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Mata-Utu.
What type of harbor is Port of Mata-Utu?
Port of Mata-Utu is classified as a open roadstead harbor, of very small size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Mata-Utu have?
Port of Mata-Utu is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Mata-Utu are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #55650), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →