Port of Broome (AU BME)
Australia
| Port information | |
|---|---|
| UN/LOCODE | AU BME |
| Coordinates | -17.9667, 122.2333 (17°58′S 122°14′E) |
| Region | AU-WA |
| Nearest city | Broome |
| Body of water | Indian Ocean |
| First port of entry | Yes |
| Harbor | |
|---|---|
| Harbor size | Small |
| Harbor type | Coastal, natural |
| Shelter | Excellent |
| Tidal range | 9 m |
| Channel depth | 11 m |
| Anchorage depth | 14 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 7.9 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 9.4 m |
| Max. vessel (L × B × draft) | 280 m × 9.5 m |
| Services | |
|---|---|
| Pilotage compulsory | Yes |
| Pilotage available | Yes |
| Tug assistance | Yes |
| Quarantine / pratique | Yes |
| Repairs | Limited |
| Medical facilities | Yes |
| Nearest airport | Yes |
| Entrance restricted by ice | No |
| Entrance restricted by tide | Yes |
Facilities
Wharves
Anchorage
Cranes
Mobile crane
Lifts up to 24 t
Lifts 25–49 t
Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Fresh water
Diesel fuel
Broome operates as a working harbor in Australia, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Small harbor laid out as Coastal, natural sets the scale of operations at Broome. Draft at the approach to Broome is constrained by a 11.0 m channel depth.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is the port of Broome located?
- Broome is a seaport in Australia.
- What is the UN/LOCODE of Broome?
- The UN/LOCODE for Broome is AU BME.
- What is the channel depth at Broome?
- The channel depth at Broome is 11 m.
Nearby ports
- Port Hedland Australia 464 km
Distance to major hubs
- Shanghai China 5471 km
- Rotterdam Netherlands 13466 km
- Los Angeles USA 13806 km
- Mina Jabal Ali United Arab Emirates 8702 km
- Hamburg Germany 13075 km
- Santos Brazil 15195 km
- Durban South Africa 9136 km
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