Australia

Port of Launceston (AU LST)

Australia
Port information
UN/LOCODE AU LST
Coordinates -41.4500, 147.1167 (41°27′S 147°07′E)
Region AU-TAS
Nearest city Launceston
Body of water Bass Strait; South Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 2 m
Channel depth 1.8 m
Anchorage depth 7.9 m
Cargo pier depth 7.9 m
Oil terminal depth 11 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
Dry dock Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Provisions

Launceston operates as a working harbor in Australia, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Small harbor laid out as River, natural sets the scale of operations at Launceston. Draft at the approach to Launceston is constrained by a 1.8 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Launceston located?
Launceston is a seaport in Australia.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Launceston?
The UN/LOCODE for Launceston is AU LST.
What is the channel depth at Launceston?
The channel depth at Launceston is 1.8 m.
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