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Port of Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca

ARINW🇦🇷Argentina

Port Location

About Port of Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca

Also known as: Bahia Blanca

Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca is a major Argentine port on Blanca Bay. It handles bulk carriers and general cargo. The port was established in 1828.

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

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
B

History

Established
1828

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
AR-B
Latitude
-38.7833°
Longitude
-62.2667°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
13820 →
GeoNames ID
11525568 →
Wikidata
Q54108 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.bahia.gob.ar →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca?+
The approach to Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Chica Lighthouse at 20.6 NM to the ESE with a nominal range of 7 NM. Other aids include Punta Tejada (24.2 NM ESE), El Rincón (37.9 NM SSE), Villarino Partido Lighthouse (38 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 Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca on?+
The Port of Ingeniero White/Bahia 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 Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca?+
You can track vessels near Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca (ARINW) 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 ARINW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca?+
The Port of Ingeniero White/Bahia 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 Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca?+
INGENIERO WHITE/BAHIA BLANCA (UN/Locode: ARINW), Argentina is a seaport located at approximately -38.80000° N, -62.27000° E.
Where is the Port of Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca located?+
Coordinates: -38.80000° N, -62.27000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BAHIA BLANCA — UN/Locode: ARBHI — -38.79206° N, -62.27074° EPUERTO GALVAN — UN/Locode: ARPGV — -38.78200° N, -62.30350° EPUERTO BELGRANO — UN/Locode: ARPBG — -38.89376° N, -62.09684° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca?+
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 Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca?+
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 Ingeniero White/Bahia Blanca?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier and General Cargo.