Port of Otago Harbor (NZORR): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Otago Harbor (UN/LOCODE NZORR) is a small river (basins) harbor located in New Zealand, on the South Pacific Ocean. It sits at 45.8167° S, 170.6333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.

Country
New Zealand
UN/LOCODE
NZORR
Harbor Type
River (Basins)
Coordinates
45.8167° S, 170.6333° 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
14 m
Anchorage Depth
23.2 m
Cargo Pier Depth
12.5 m
Max Vessel Draft
13.6 m
Max Vessel Length
348 m
Tidal Range
2 m
Oil Terminal Depth
4.9 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Basins)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
South Pacific Ocean
Region
New Zealand S Island

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockModerate / Small
Ice RestrictionNo
WharvesAnchorage

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Port of Otago Harbor (NZORR)
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Distance
89 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Otago Harbor

Where is Port of Otago Harbor located?

Port of Otago Harbor is a seaport located in New Zealand, on the South Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 45.8167° S, 170.6333° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Otago Harbor?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Otago Harbor is NZORR — country code NZ, location code ORR.

How deep is Port of Otago Harbor?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Otago Harbor has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.

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

Port of Otago Harbor reports a maximum draft of 13.6 m, a maximum length of 348 m, a maximum beam of 42.8 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Otago Harbor require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Otago Harbor.

What type of harbor is Port of Otago Harbor?

Port of Otago Harbor is classified as a river (basins) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Otago Harbor have?

Port of Otago Harbor is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Otago Harbor are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #55370), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →