Port of McMurdo

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About Port of McMurdo

McMurdo is a seasonal port in Antarctica, primarily serving research stations and scientific expeditions. It handles cargo for these operations, with key vessel types including ice-strengthened cargo ships and research vessels.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
3ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
63130 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Shelter
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Antarctica
Latitude
-77.8532°
Longitude
166.6652°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of McMurdo on?

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The Port of McMurdo 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 McMurdo?

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You can track vessels near McMurdo (AQMCM) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of McMurdo?

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The Port of McMurdo is a port in AQ. Its UN/LOCODE is AQMCM — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE AQMCM mean?

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The first two characters, AQ, are the ISO country code for AQ. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of McMurdo?

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The Port of McMurdo 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.