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Port of Onslow

AUONS🇦🇺Australia

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About Port of Onslow

Onslow is a small, open roadstead port on the coast of Western Australia. It handles bulk carriers, gas carriers, tankers, and general cargo vessels, with anchorage loading and offloading capabilities. Depths range from 1.8m in the channel to 7.6m at the cargo pier.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
AU-WA
Area
West Australia
Latitude
-21.6390°
Longitude
115.1149°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AUONS
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Time Zone
UTC+11

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q7991977 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Onslow?+
The approach to Onslow is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Onslow Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Airlie Island (19.1 NM N), Bessieres Island (21 NM WNW), Mary Anne Reef (Mary Anne Island) (29.9 NM NE), Great Sandy Island (39.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Onslow on?+
The Port of Onslow 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.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Onslow?+
You can track vessels near Onslow (AUONS) 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 AUONS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Onslow?+
The Port of Onslow 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.
What is the Port of Onslow?+
ONSLOW (UN/Locode: AUONS), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -21.63895° N, 115.11490° E.
Where is the Port of Onslow located?+
Coordinates: -21.63895° N, 115.11490° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ASHBURTON — UN/Locode: AUASB — -21.66660° N, 115.01420° EGRIFFIN VENTURE (OIL TERMINAL) — UN/Locode: AUGRV — -21.22000° N, 114.63000° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Onslow?+
Harbor type/size: Open Roadstead and Very Small. Support: anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 1.8m - 3m; anchorage depth 6.4m - 7.6m and cargo pier depth 6.4m - 7.6m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Onslow?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Onslow?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Onslow?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.