Port of Broome

The controlling depth at Broome is 10 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.

The approach to Broome is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Entrance Point Lighthouse at 1.3 NM to the SW. Other aids include Gantheaume Point (2.8 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Broome is situated on the Indian Ocean in AU. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Broome (AUBME) 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 AUBME on the live map.

The Port of Broome operates in the UTC+8 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.

BROOME (UN/Locode: AUBME), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -17.98977° N, 122.22350° E.

Coordinates: -17.98977° N, 122.22350° E.

Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 14m - 15.2m; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m; oil terminal depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 10 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not 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.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.