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Port of Puerto Rosales/Bahia Blanca

ARPRS🇦🇷Argentina

Port Location

About Port of Puerto Rosales/Bahia Blanca

Also known as: Bahia Blanca

Puerto Rosales is a port on Blanca Bay, Argentina, handling bulk carriers, tankers, and general cargo vessels. It features mobile and fixed cranes for loading and offloading operations.

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
0ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1828

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ARPRS
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
-38.9240°
Longitude
-62.0705°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
13800 →
GeoNames ID
11525568 →
Wikidata
Q54108 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.bahia.gob.ar →
Seamark Type
harbour
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto Rosales/Bahia Blanca?+
The approach to Puerto Rosales/Bahia Blanca is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Chica Lighthouse at 8.6 NM to the ESE with a nominal range of 7 NM. Other aids include Punta Tejada (12.4 NM ESE), El Rincón (27.7 NM S), Villarino Partido Lighthouse (27.8 NM S), Recalada A Bahía Blanca (38.1 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 Rosales/Bahia Blanca on?+
The Port of Puerto Rosales/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 Rosales/Bahia Blanca?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Rosales/Bahia Blanca (ARPRS) 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 ARPRS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puerto Rosales/Bahia Blanca?+
The Port of Puerto Rosales/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 Rosales/Bahia Blanca?+
PUERTO ROSALES (UN/Locode: ARPRS), Argentina is a seaport located at approximately -38.92400° N, -62.07050° E.
Where is the Port of Puerto Rosales/Bahia Blanca located?+
Coordinates: -38.92400° N, -62.07050° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PUERTO BELGRANO — UN/Locode: ARPBG — -38.89376° N, -62.09684° 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 Rosales/Bahia Blanca?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 0m - 1.5m; anchorage depth 17.1m - 18.2m; cargo pier depth 4.9m - 6.1m and oil terminal depth 4.9m - 6.1m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Puerto Rosales/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 Rosales/Bahia Blanca?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): 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 Rosales/Bahia Blanca?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Tanker and Unspecified.