Australia

Port of Darwin (AU DRW)

Australia
Port of Darwin, Australia © Ken Hodge from Darwin, Australia · CC BY 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE AU DRW
Coordinates -12.4714, 130.8478 (12°28′S 130°51′E)
Region AU-NT
Nearest city Darwin
Body of water Timor Sea; Indian Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, natural
Harbor use Cargo
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 3 m
Channel depth 18.6 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
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk LNG 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
  • 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
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