Australia

Port of Brisbane (AU BNE)

Australia
Port of Brisbane, Australia © Nick-D · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE AU BNE
Coordinates -27.4667, 153.0333 (27°28′S 153°02′E)
Region AU-QLD
Nearest city Brisbane
Body of water South Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 1.8 m
Channel depth 9.1 m
Anchorage depth 5.7 m
Cargo pier depth 12.5 m
Oil terminal depth 10.5 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 346 m × 50 m × 14.2 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane 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
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #301
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 246.26

Brisbane operates as a working harbor in Australia, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Large harbor laid out as River, natural sets the scale of operations at Brisbane. Draft at the approach to Brisbane is constrained by a 9.1 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Brisbane located?
Brisbane is a seaport in Australia.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Brisbane?
The UN/LOCODE for Brisbane is AU BNE.
What is the channel depth at Brisbane?
The channel depth at Brisbane is 9.1 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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