Australia

Port of Port Hedland (AU PHE)

Australia
Port of Port Hedland, Australia © Fortescue Communications · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE AU PHE
Coordinates -20.3167, 118.5833 (20°19′S 118°35′E)
Region AU-WA
Nearest city Port Hedland
Body of water Indian Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 6 m
Channel depth 14 m
Anchorage depth 4.9 m
Cargo pier depth 17.1 m
Oil terminal depth 9.4 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 340 m × 60 m × 11.8 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Facilities
Other Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk
Cranes
Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 10.18

Port Hedland 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 Port Hedland. Draft at the approach to Port Hedland is constrained by a 14.0 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Port Hedland located?
Port Hedland is a seaport in Australia.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Port Hedland?
The UN/LOCODE for Port Hedland is AU PHE.
What is the channel depth at Port Hedland?
The channel depth at Port Hedland is 14 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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