Port of Geelong

The controlling depth at Geelong is 11.06 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 Geelong is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hume Tower Lighthouse at 16.7 NM to the SE. Other aids include Murray Tower (16.7 NM SE), Split Point (24.7 NM SSW), Surf Coast Shire Lighthouse *** Split Point (24.7 NM SSW), South Channel Range Front (25.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Geelong is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in AU. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Geelong (AUGEX) 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 AUGEX on the live map.

The Port of Geelong operates in the UTC+11 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.

GEELONG (UN/Locode: AUGEX), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -38.11310° N, 144.37080° E.

Coordinates: -38.11310° N, 144.37080° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MELBOURNE — UN/Locode: AUMEL — -37.83878° N, 144.93700° EHASTINGS — UN/Locode: AUHAS — -38.29000° N, 145.23000° EWESTERNPORT — UN/Locode: AUWEP — -38.33199° N, 145.22570° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 12.5m - 13.7m; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m; oil terminal depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 11.06 m.

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

Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

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

Service providers include Inglasco International Ltd and SHIPAUS Pty Ltd.