New Zealand

Port of Auckland (NZ AKL)

New Zealand
Port of Auckland, New Zealand © Ulrich Lange, Bochum, Germany · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE NZ AKL
Coordinates -36.8500, 174.7667 (36°51′S 174°46′E)
Region NZ-AUK
Nearest city Auckland
Body of water South Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 2 m
Channel depth 9.4 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
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits No
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
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
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #204
  • 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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