New Zealand

Port of Nelson (NZ NSN)

UN/LOCODE
NZ NSN
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
6.4 m
Nearest city
Nelson
Body of water
Tasman Sea; South Pacific Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
New Zealand
Port of Nelson, New Zealand © Markus Koljonen (Dilaudid) · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Region
NZ-NSN
Coordinates
-41.2667, 173.2667 (41°16′S 173°16′E)
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
2 m
Anchorage depth
11 m
Cargo pier depth
7.9 m
Oil terminal depth
7.9 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
243 m × 40 m × 9.8 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Limited Dry dock: Small Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Provisions
Ratings
#236
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #236
42.46
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 42.46

Nelson 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 6.4 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Nelson located?
Nelson is a seaport in New Zealand.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Nelson?
The UN/LOCODE for Nelson is NZ NSN.
What is the channel depth at Nelson?
The channel depth at Nelson is 6.4 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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