Port of Rothera

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About Port of Rothera

Rothera is a research station and port facility on the Antarctic Peninsula. It serves as a logistical hub for British Antarctic Survey operations, handling supplies and personnel. The port accommodates ice-strengthened vessels and is crucial for scientific expeditions in the region.

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Classification

Type
Shelter

Region

Area
Antarctica
Latitude
-67.5667°
Longitude
-68.1229°

Identification

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of Rothera on?

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The Port of Rothera 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 Rothera?

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You can track vessels near Rothera (AQROT) 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 Rothera?

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The Port of Rothera is a port in AQ. Its UN/LOCODE is AQROT — 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 AQROT 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 Rothera?

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The Port of Rothera 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.