Port of Rio De Janeiro (BRRIO): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Rio De Janeiro (UN/LOCODE BRRIO) is a large coastal (natural) harbor located in Brazil, on the South Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 22.9000° S, 43.1667° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 15.5 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves, 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
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- South Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Brazil SE Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Rio De Janeiro
Where is Port of Rio De Janeiro located?
Port of Rio De Janeiro is a seaport located in Brazil, on the South Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 22.9000° S, 43.1667° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Rio De Janeiro?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Rio De Janeiro is BRRIO — country code BR, location code RIO.
How deep is Port of Rio De Janeiro?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Rio De Janeiro has a channel depth of about 15.5 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 Rio De Janeiro?
Port of Rio De Janeiro reports a maximum draft of 14.2 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Rio De Janeiro require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Rio De Janeiro.
What type of harbor is Port of Rio De Janeiro?
Port of Rio De Janeiro is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Rio De Janeiro have?
Port of Rio De Janeiro is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Rio De Janeiro are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #12920), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →