New Zealand

Port of Auckland (NZ AKL)

UN/LOCODE
NZ AKL
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
9.4 m
Nearest city
Auckland
Body of water
South Pacific Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
New Zealand
Port of Auckland, New Zealand © Ulrich Lange, Bochum, Germany · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
Region
NZ-AUK
Coordinates
-36.8500, 174.7667 (36°51′S 174°46′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
River, natural
Shelter
Excellent
Tidal range
2 m
Anchorage depth
11 m
Cargo pier depth
9.4 m
Oil terminal depth
9.4 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
43 m × 12.7 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Major Dry dock: Large Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Container Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane 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
#204
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #204
185.23
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 185.23

Located in New Zealand, the port of Auckland serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Auckland has a Large harbor of the River, natural type. Ships approaching Auckland work with a channel depth of 9.4 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Auckland located?
Auckland is a seaport in New Zealand.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Auckland?
The UN/LOCODE for Auckland is NZ AKL.
What is the channel depth at Auckland?
The channel depth at Auckland is 9.4 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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