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Port of Comodoro Rivadavia

ARCRD🇦🇷Argentina

Port Location

About Port of Comodoro Rivadavia

Also known as: Comodoro Rivadavia

This port is located on the San Jorge Gulf in Argentinian Patagonia. It handles fishing, offshore, and tanker vessels. The port features a coastal breakwater and mobile and fixed cranes.

Background
Comodoro Rivadavia, often shortened to Comodoro, is a city in the Patagonian province of Chubut in southern Argentina, located on the San Jorge Gulf, an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean, at the foot of the Chenque Hill. Comodoro Rivadavia is the most important city of the San Jorge Basin, and is the largest city in Chubut as well as the largest city south of the southern 45th parallel.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
9.14m
Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
13920 →
GeoNames ID
11525598 →
Wikidata
Q221921 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
AR-U
Area
East Coast South America
Latitude
-45.8560°
Longitude
-67.4650°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Comodoro Rivadavia?+
The controlling depth at Comodoro Rivadavia is 9.14 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 Comodoro Rivadavia?+
The approach to Comodoro Rivadavia is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bahía Bustamante Lighthouse at 5.8 NM to the NE. Other aids include San Jorge (5.8 NM NE), Olivia (35.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Comodoro Rivadavia on?+
The Port of Comodoro Rivadavia 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 Comodoro Rivadavia?+
You can track vessels near Comodoro Rivadavia (ARCRD) 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 ARCRD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Comodoro Rivadavia?+
The Port of Comodoro Rivadavia 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 Comodoro Rivadavia?+
COMODORO RIVADAVIA (UN/Locode: ARCRD), Argentina is a seaport located at approximately -45.85600° N, -67.46500° E.
Where is the Port of Comodoro Rivadavia located?+
Coordinates: -45.85600° N, -67.46500° E. Nearby terminals/ports:CALETA CORDOVA — UN/Locode: ARCLC — -45.76249° N, -67.34650° ECALETA OLIVIA — UN/Locode: ARCVI — -46.42692° N, -67.47545° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Comodoro Rivadavia?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 23.2m - OVER; anchorage depth 12.5m - 13.7m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m; oil terminal depth 23.2m - OVER and maximum draft approx. 9.14 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Comodoro Rivadavia?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Comodoro Rivadavia?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Comodoro Rivadavia?+
Vessel types historically calling: Fishing, Offshore and Tanker.