New Zealand

Port of Bluff Harbor (NZ BLU)

UN/LOCODE
NZ BLU
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
12.5 m
Nearest city
Bluff
Body of water
South Pacific Ocean
New Zealand
Port of Bluff Harbor, New Zealand © AlasdairW · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Region
NZ-STL
Also known as
Campbelltown
Coordinates
-46.6000, 168.3333 (46°36′S 168°20′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Excellent
Tidal range
2 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 Container Mediterranean mooring Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Engine supplies
Ratings
#219
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #219
33.92
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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