Port of Nelson (NZNSN): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Nelson (UN/LOCODE NZNSN) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in New Zealand, on the Tasman Sea. It sits at 41.2667° S, 173.2667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
New Zealand
UN/LOCODE
NZNSN
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
41.2667° S, 173.2667° 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
6.4 m
Anchorage Depth
11 m
Cargo Pier Depth
7.9 m
Max Vessel Draft
9.8 m
Max Vessel Length
243 m
Tidal Range
2 m
Oil Terminal Depth
7.9 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
Tasman Sea; South Pacific Ocean
Region
New Zealand S Island

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Small
Ice RestrictionUnknown
Wharves

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Distance
30 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Nelson

Where is Port of Nelson located?

Port of Nelson is a seaport located in New Zealand, on the Tasman Sea. Its coordinates are 41.2667° S, 173.2667° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Nelson?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Nelson is NZNSN — country code NZ, location code NSN.

How deep is Port of Nelson?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Nelson has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.

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

Port of Nelson reports a maximum draft of 9.8 m, a maximum length of 243 m, a maximum beam of 40 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Nelson require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Nelson.

What type of harbor is Port of Nelson?

Port of Nelson is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Nelson have?

Port of Nelson is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Nelson are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #55290), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →