Argentina

Port of Buenos Aires (AR BUE)

UN/LOCODE
AR BUE
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
6.4 m
Nearest city
Buenos Aires
Body of water
Rio de la Plata; South Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Argentina
Port of Buenos Aires, Argentina © Luis Argerich · CC BY 2.0
Port information
Region
AR-C
Coordinates
-34.6000, -58.3667 (34°36′S 58°22′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Excellent
Tidal range
1 m
Anchorage depth
6.4 m
Cargo pier depth
7.9 m
Oil terminal depth
9.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Large Marine railway (slipway): Large Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Container Mediterranean mooring Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#389
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #389
243.61
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 243.61

Buenos Aires operates as a working harbor in Argentina, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Large harbor laid out as Coastal, breakwater sets the scale of operations at Buenos Aires. Draft at the approach to Buenos Aires is constrained by a 6.4 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Buenos Aires located?
Buenos Aires is a seaport in Argentina.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Buenos Aires?
The UN/LOCODE for Buenos Aires is AR BUE.
What is the channel depth at Buenos Aires?
The channel depth at Buenos Aires is 6.4 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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