Port of Nauru (NRINU): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Nauru (UN/LOCODE NRINU) is a very small open roadstead harbor located in Nauru, on the South Pacific Ocean. It sits at 0.5333° S, 166.9167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 23.2 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes anchorage facilities.

Country
Nauru
UN/LOCODE
NRINU
Harbor Type
Open Roadstead
Coordinates
0.5333° S, 166.9167° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

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

Channel Depth
23.2 m
Cargo Pier Depth
23.2 m
Max Vessel Length
192 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
23.2 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Open Roadstead
Harbor Size
Very Small
Shelter Afforded
Fair
World Water Body
South Pacific Ocean
Region
Nauru

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceNo
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Unknown
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
Anchorage

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Port of Nauru (NRINU)
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Distance
378 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
2 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Nauru

Where is Port of Nauru located?

Port of Nauru is a seaport located in Nauru, on the South Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 0.5333° S, 166.9167° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Nauru?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Nauru is NRINU — country code NR, location code INU.

How deep is Port of Nauru?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Nauru has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 23.2 m.

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

Port of Nauru reports a maximum length of 192 m, a maximum beam of 28.3 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Nauru require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Nauru.

What type of harbor is Port of Nauru?

Port of Nauru is classified as a open roadstead harbor, of very small size, offering fair shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Nauru have?

Port of Nauru is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Nauru are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #56500), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →