Papua New Guinea

Port of Wewak Harbor (PG WWK)

Papua New Guinea
Port information
UN/LOCODE PG WWK
Coordinates -3.5667, 143.6333 (3°34′S 143°38′E)
Nearest city Wewak
Body of water Bismarck Sea; South Pacific Ocean
First port of entry No
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type Open roadstead
Shelter Fair
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 15.5 m
Anchorage depth 15.5 m
Cargo pier depth 6.4 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 150 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory No
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance No
Repairs None
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel
Ratings
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 14.93

Wewak Harbor operates as a working harbor in Papua New Guinea, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Small harbor laid out as Open roadstead sets the scale of operations at Wewak Harbor. Draft at the approach to Wewak Harbor is constrained by a 15.5 m channel depth. Cargo moving through Wewak Harbor typically connects onward through Wewak.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Wewak Harbor located?
Wewak Harbor is a seaport in Papua New Guinea, near Wewak.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Wewak Harbor?
The UN/LOCODE for Wewak Harbor is PG WWK.
What is the channel depth at Wewak Harbor?
The channel depth at Wewak Harbor is 15.5 m.
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