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Port of Bahía Blanca

ARBHI🇦🇷Argentina

Port Location

About Port of Bahía Blanca

Also known as: Bahia Blanca

Bahía Blanca is a major Argentine port situated on Blanca Bay. It handles bulk carriers, container ships, gas carriers, and tankers. The port features mobile and floating cranes and offers wharf loading/offloading services.

Background
Bahía Blanca, colloquially referred to by its own local inhabitants as simply Bahía, is a city in the Buenos Aires province of Argentina, centered on the northwestern end of the eponymous Blanca Bay of the Argentine Sea. It is the 4th largest city in the province, and the 16th largest in the country by metropolitan population. It is the seat of government of the Bahía Blanca Partido, with 336,574 inhabitants according to the 2022 census [INDEC]. Bahía Blanca is the principal city in the Greater Bahía Blanca metropolitan area.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
13.85m
Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A
Terminals
1

History

Established
1828

Terminals

TERMINAL BAHIA BLANCA

TERMINAL BAHIA BLANCA

Av. de las Colectividades s/n, Puerto Ingeniero White, Bahía Blanca, B8103 Provincia da Buenos Aires, Argentina

www.patagonia-norte.com.ar →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ARBHI
Country
🇦🇷Argentina
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
AR-B
Area
East Coast South America
Latitude
-38.7921°
Longitude
-62.2707°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
13815 →
GeoNames ID
11525568 →
Wikidata
Q54108 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.bahia.gob.ar →
Seamark Type
harbour

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Bahía Blanca?+
The controlling depth at Bahía Blanca is 13.85 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bahía Blanca?+
The approach to Bahía Blanca is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Chica Lighthouse at 20.5 NM to the ESE with a nominal range of 7 NM. Other aids include Punta Tejada (24.2 NM ESE), El Rincón (37.5 NM SSE), Villarino Partido Lighthouse (37.5 NM SSE), Recalada A Bahía Blanca (48.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Bahía Blanca on?+
The Port of Bahía Blanca is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in AR. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Bahía Blanca?+
You can track vessels near Bahía Blanca (ARBHI) 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 ARBHI on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bahía Blanca?+
The Port of Bahía Blanca operates in the UTC-3 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 Bahía Blanca?+
BAHIA BLANCA (UN/Locode: ARBHI), Argentina is a seaport located at approximately -38.79206° N, -62.27074° E.
Where is the Port of Bahía Blanca located?+
Coordinates: -38.79206° N, -62.27074° E. Nearby terminals/ports:INGENIERO WHITE/BAHIA BLANCA — UN/Locode: ARINW — -38.80000° N, -62.27000° EPUERTO GALVAN — UN/Locode: ARPGV — -38.78200° N, -62.30350° EPUERTO BELGRANO — UN/Locode: ARPBG — -38.89376° N, -62.09684° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Bahía Blanca?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 9.4m - 10m; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m; oil terminal depth 12.5m - 13.7m and maximum draft approx. 13.85 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Bahía Blanca?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: restrictions present; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Bahía Blanca?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Bahía Blanca?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo and Tanker.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Bahía Blanca?+
Service providers include Inglasco International Ltd.