New Zealand

Port of Bluff Harbor (NZ BLU)

New Zealand
Also known as: Campbelltown
Port of Bluff Harbor, New Zealand © AlasdairW · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE NZ BLU
Coordinates -46.6000, 168.3333 (46°36′S 168°20′E)
Region NZ-STL
Nearest city Bluff
Body of water South Pacific Ocean
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 2 m
Channel depth 12.5 m
Anchorage depth 14 m
Oil terminal depth 11 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Small
Marine railway (slipway) Large
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Mediterranean mooring
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Engine supplies
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #219
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 33.92

Bluff Harbor is a seaport on the coast of New Zealand, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Small, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 12.5 m, a key limit on vessel draft. The port lies close to Bluff, the nearest major population center.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Bluff Harbor located?
Bluff Harbor is a seaport in New Zealand, near Bluff.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Bluff Harbor?
The UN/LOCODE for Bluff Harbor is NZ BLU.
What is the channel depth at Bluff Harbor?
The channel depth at Bluff Harbor is 12.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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