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Port of Puerto Deseado

ARPUD🇦🇷AR

Port Location

About Port of Puerto Deseado

The Port of Puerto Deseado (ARPUD) is a maritime port facility located in AR.. The facility is classified as a medium-sized port. Local time zone: UTC-3.

Port classification: As a medium-sized port, Puerto Deseado serves a range of commercial and regional shipping needs including general cargo, smaller container vessels, and coastal traffic.

Position: -47.7568°S, 65.9074°W. UN/LOCODE: ARPUD.

Geographic context: The Port of Puerto Deseado is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Puerto Deseado
Country
🇦🇷AR
UNLOCODE
ARPUD
Time Zone
UTC-3
Facility Size
Medium
Latitude
-47.7568°
Longitude
-65.9074°

Navigation Aids Near Puerto Deseado

Beauvoir Lighthouse

0.6 NMENE

Isla Pingüino Lighthouse

Range: 12 NM

12.1 NMSE

Punta Medanosa Lighthouse

Range: 10 NM

20.8 NMS

Punta Guzmán Lighthouse

Range: 10 NM

25.7 NMNNE

Cabo Blanco Lighthouse

Range: 14 NM

34 NMNNE

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of cargo and vessels does the Port of Puerto Deseado handle?+
As a medium-sized facility, Puerto Deseado serves general cargo vessels, smaller container ships, coastal tankers, and ro-ro ferries. It commonly handles breakbulk, project cargo, and regional trade. Vessel operators should contact the port authority for specific berth availability and cargo handling capabilities.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puerto Deseado?+
The approach to Puerto Deseado is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Beauvoir Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Isla Pingüino (12.1 NM SE), Punta Medanosa (20.8 NM S), Punta Guzmán (25.7 NM NNE), Cabo Blanco (34 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Puerto Deseado on?+
The Port of Puerto Deseado 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 Deseado?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Deseado (ARPUD) 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 ARPUD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puerto Deseado?+
The Port of Puerto Deseado 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.