New Zealand

Port of Port Lyttelton (NZ LYT)

New Zealand
Also known as: Lyttleton
Port of Port Lyttelton, New Zealand © Michal Klajban · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE NZ LYT
Coordinates -43.6000, 172.7167 (43°36′S 172°43′E)
Region NZ-CAN
Nearest city Lyttelton
Body of water South Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Very small
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 2 m
Channel depth 11 m
Anchorage depth 14 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Oil terminal depth 12.5 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 362 m × 42.8 m × 13.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Medium
Marine railway (slipway) Large
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Engine supplies
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #254
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 86.85

Port Lyttelton is a seaport on the coast of New Zealand, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Very small, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 11.0 m, a key limit on vessel draft. The port lies close to Lyttelton, the nearest major population center.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Port Lyttelton located?
Port Lyttelton is a seaport in New Zealand, near Lyttelton.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Port Lyttelton?
The UN/LOCODE for Port Lyttelton is NZ LYT.
What is the channel depth at Port Lyttelton?
The channel depth at Port Lyttelton is 11 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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