Port of Pelotas (BRPET): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Pelotas (UN/LOCODE BRPET) is a very small river (natural) harbor located in Brazil, on the South Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 31.7833° S, 52.3333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 4.9 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves 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
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- South Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Brazil SE Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Pelotas
Where is Port of Pelotas located?
Port of Pelotas is a seaport located in Brazil, on the South Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 31.7833° S, 52.3333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Pelotas?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Pelotas is BRPET — country code BR, location code PET.
How deep is Port of Pelotas?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Pelotas has a channel depth of about 4.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Pelotas?
Port of Pelotas reports a maximum draft of 5.2 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Pelotas require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Pelotas.
What type of harbor is Port of Pelotas?
Port of Pelotas is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Pelotas have?
Port of Pelotas is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Pelotas are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #13070), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →