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Port of Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca

ARPBG🇦🇷Argentina

Port Location

About Port of Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca

Also known as: Puerto Belgrano

Puerto Belgrano is Argentina's largest naval base, located in Blanca Bay. It serves as a key military facility and handles various cargo types, including tankers. The port is equipped with mobile, fixed, and floating cranes, supporting lifts up to 100 MT and beyond.

Background
Port Belgrano Naval Base is the largest naval base of the Argentine Navy, situated next to Punta Alta, near Bahía Blanca, about 560 km (348 mi) south of Buenos Aires. It is named after the brigantine General Belgrano which sounded the area in late 1824.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
14m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A

History

Established
1896

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
AR-B
Area
East Coast South America
Body of Water
Blanca Bay
Latitude
-38.8938°
Longitude
-62.0968°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
13810 →
GeoNames ID
11525567 →
Wikidata
Q1474709 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
OpenStreetMap
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca?+
The approach to Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Chica Lighthouse at 10.4 NM to the ESE with a nominal range of 7 NM. Other aids include Punta Tejada (14.2 NM ESE), El Rincón (29.7 NM S), Villarino Partido Lighthouse (29.7 NM S), Recalada A Bahía Blanca (39.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca on?+
The Port of Puerto Belgrano/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 Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca (ARPBG) 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 ARPBG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca?+
The Port of Puerto Belgrano/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 Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca?+
PUERTO BELGRANO (UN/Locode: ARPBG), Argentina is a seaport located at approximately -38.89376° N, -62.09684° E.
Where is the Port of Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca located?+
Coordinates: -38.89376° N, -62.09684° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PUERTO ROSALES — UN/Locode: ARPRS — -38.92400° N, -62.07050° EINGENIERO WHITE/BAHIA BLANCA — UN/Locode: ARINW — -38.80000° N, -62.27000° EBAHIA BLANCA — UN/Locode: ARBHI — -38.79206° N, -62.27074° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts, 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 17.1m - 18.2m and cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: available; rail: 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 Puerto Belgrano/Bahia Blanca?+
Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.