Port of Dampier

The controlling depth at Dampier is 17.02 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 Dampier is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Dampier Port Control Tower Lighthouse at 1.4 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Legendre Island (19 NM NNE), Jarman Island (30.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Dampier is situated on the Indian Ocean in AU. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Dampier (AUDAM) 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 AUDAM on the live map.

The Port of Dampier 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.

DAMPIER (UN/Locode: AUDAM), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -20.63272° N, 116.67320° E.

Coordinates: -20.63272° N, 116.67320° E. Nearby terminals/ports:WITHNELL BAY — UN/Locode: AUWNB — -20.60000° N, 116.80000° EPORT WALCOTT — UN/Locode: AUPWL — -20.60450° N, 117.18790° ECAPE PRESTON — UN/Locode: AUCPN — -20.82905° N, 116.19240° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Support: anchorage loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 18.6m - 19.8m; oil terminal depth 6.4m - 7.6m and maximum draft approx. 17.02 m.

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

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: available.

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