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Port of Forster

AUFOT🇦🇺AU

Port Location

About Port of Forster

The Port of Forster (AUFOT) is a maritime port facility located in AU.. The facility is classified as a small-sized port. Local time zone: UTC+10.

Port classification: As a small-sized port, Forster primarily serves local and regional shipping traffic including fishing vessels, coastal traders, and smaller commercial craft.

Position: -32.1804°S, 152.5080°E. UN/LOCODE: AUFOT.

Geographic context: The Port of Forster is situated on the Tasman Sea. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Forster
Country
🇦🇺AU
UNLOCODE
AUFOT
Time Zone
UTC+10
Facility Size
Small
Latitude
-32.1804°
Longitude
152.5080°

Navigation Aids Near Forster

Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse

Range: 25 NM

15.7 NMS

Crowdy Head Lighthouse

Range: 16 NM

23.8 NMNNE

Nelson Head Inner Lighthouse

36.3 NMSSW

Point Stephens Lighthouse

37.4 NMSSW

Tacking Point Lighthouse

47.6 NMNNE

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of cargo and vessels does the Port of Forster handle?+
As a small-sized facility, Forster serves fishing vessels, coastal traders, small tankers, and recreational craft. It provides essential maritime connectivity for the local area. 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 Forster?+
The approach to Forster is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse at 15.7 NM to the S with a nominal range of 25 NM. Other aids include Crowdy Head (23.8 NM NNE), Nelson Head Inner (36.3 NM SSW), Point Stephens (37.4 NM SSW), Tacking Point (47.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Forster on?+
The Port of Forster is situated on the Tasman Sea 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.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Forster?+
You can track vessels near Forster (AUFOT) 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 AUFOT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Forster?+
The Port of Forster operates in the UTC+10 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.