Australia

Port of Darwin (AU DRW)

UN/LOCODE
AU DRW
Harbor size
Medium
Channel depth
18.6 m
Nearest city
Darwin
Body of water
Timor Sea; Indian Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Australia
Port of Darwin, Australia © Ken Hodge from Darwin, Australia · CC BY 2.0
Port information
Region
AU-NT
Coordinates
-12.4714, 130.8478 (12°28′S 130°51′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, natural
Harbor use
Cargo
Shelter
Excellent
Tidal range
3 m
Anchorage depth
17.1 m
Cargo pier depth
7.9 m
Oil terminal depth
11 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
345 m × 52 m × 12 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Limited Dry dock: Small Marine railway (slipway): Small Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk LNG terminal Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Provisions
Ratings
30.07
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 30.07

Located in Australia, the port of Darwin serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Darwin has a Medium harbor of the Coastal, natural type. Ships approaching Darwin work with a channel depth of 18.6 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Darwin located?
Darwin is a seaport in Australia.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Darwin?
The UN/LOCODE for Darwin is AU DRW.
What is the channel depth at Darwin?
The channel depth at Darwin is 18.6 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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