Canada

Port of Prince Rupert (CA PRR)

Canada
Port information
UN/LOCODE CA PRR
Coordinates 54.3167, -130.3333 (54°19′N 130°20′W)
Region CA-BC
Nearest city Prince Rupert
Body of water Alaska-Canada coastal waters; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, natural
Shelter Good
Tidal range 4 m
Channel depth 23.2 m
Anchorage depth 12.5 m
Cargo pier depth 11 m
Oil terminal depth 9.4 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 Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #322
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 88.2

Prince Rupert operates as a working harbor in Canada, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Medium harbor laid out as Coastal, natural sets the scale of operations at Prince Rupert. Draft at the approach to Prince Rupert is constrained by a 23.2 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Prince Rupert located?
Prince Rupert is a seaport in Canada.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Prince Rupert?
The UN/LOCODE for Prince Rupert is CA PRR.
What is the channel depth at Prince Rupert?
The channel depth at Prince Rupert is 23.2 m.
Nearby ports
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