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Port of Davis Station

AQDAV🇦🇶Antarctica

Port Location

About Port of Davis Station

Davis Station is an Antarctic research outpost operated by the Australian Antarctic Division. It serves as a logistical hub for scientific expeditions, receiving offshore vessels. The station is situated in the Vestfold Hills, an ice-free coastal area.

Background
Davis Station, commonly called Davis, is one of three permanent bases and research outposts in Antarctica maintained by the Australian Antarctic Division (AAD). Davis is situated on the coast of Cooperation Sea in Princess Elizabeth Land, Ingrid Christensen Coast in the Australian Antarctic Territory, a territory claimed by Australia. Davis lies in an Antarctic oasis, a mostly ice-free area known as the Vestfold Hills.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Latitude
-68.5759°
Longitude
77.9621°

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q1315213 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
AQDAV
Country
🇦🇶Antarctica
Time Zone
UTC+13

Operations & Services

History

Established
1957
Operator (Wikidata ID)
Australian Antarctic Division

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of Davis Station on?+
The Port of Davis Station is situated on the Southern Ocean in AQ. The area falls within the polar climate zone with ice conditions for much of the year, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Davis Station?+
You can track vessels near Davis Station (AQDAV) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for AQDAV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Davis Station?+
The Port of Davis Station operates in the UTC+13 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Davis Station?+
DAVIS STATION (UN/Locode: AQDAV), Antarctica is a seaport located at approximately -68.57587° N, 77.96213° E.
Where is the Port of Davis Station located?+
Coordinates: -68.57587° N, 77.96213° E.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Davis Station?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Davis Station?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Davis Station?+
Vessel types historically calling: Offshore.