India

Port of Vishakhapatnam (IN NRP)

India
Also known as: Vizagapatam
Port information
UN/LOCODE IN NRP
Coordinates 17.6833, 83.3000 (17°41′N 83°18′E)
Region IN-AP
Nearest city Vishākhapatnam
Body of water Bay of Bengal; Indian Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Harbor use Cargo
Shelter Good
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 19 m
Anchorage depth 34 m
Cargo pier depth 16.5 m
Oil terminal depth 19 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 390 m × 50 m × 18.1 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Repairs Moderate
Dry dock Medium
Marine railway (slipway) Large
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 Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Container crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Engine supplies

Vishakhapatnam is a seaport on the coast of India, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Medium, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 19.0 m, a key limit on vessel draft. The port lies close to Vishākhapatnam, the nearest major population center.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Vishakhapatnam located?
Vishakhapatnam is a seaport in India, near Vishākhapatnam.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Vishakhapatnam?
The UN/LOCODE for Vishakhapatnam is IN NRP.
What is the channel depth at Vishakhapatnam?
The channel depth at Vishakhapatnam is 19 m.
Nearby ports
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