Port of Vanimo (PGVAI): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Vanimo (UN/LOCODE PGVAI) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Papua New Guinea, on the South Pacific Ocean. It sits at 2.6833° S, 141.1333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent.
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
- Small
- Harbor Use
- Cargo
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- South Pacific Ocean
- Region
- New Guinea NE Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Vanimo
Where is Port of Vanimo located?
Port of Vanimo is a seaport located in Papua New Guinea, on the South Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 2.6833° S, 141.1333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Vanimo?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Vanimo is PGVAI — country code PG, location code VAI.
How deep is Port of Vanimo?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Vanimo has a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Vanimo?
Port of Vanimo reports a maximum draft of 8 m, a maximum length of 80 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Vanimo require a pilot?
Pilotage is not listed as compulsory at Port of Vanimo, though pilots are available.
What type of harbor is Port of Vanimo?
Port of Vanimo is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Vanimo are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #53282), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →