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Port Botany

AUPBT🇦🇺Australia

Port Location

About Port Botany

Port Botany is a major container and bulk liquid import terminal situated in Botany Bay, Sydney, Australia. It handles containerized manufactured goods and petroleum products. The port accommodates large container ships and tankers.

Background
Port Botany is a deepwater seaport located in Botany Bay in Sydney, Australia. The port is dominated by trade in containerised manufactured products and, to a lesser extent, bulk liquid imports including petroleum and natural gas. It is one of Australia's largest container ports and is administered by NSW Ports which entered into a 99-year lease agreement with the Port Authority of New South Wales in May 2013.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
7m

Region

Subdivision
AU-NSW
Latitude
-33.9737°
Longitude
151.2194°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11002593 →
Wikidata
Q7230513 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.nswports.com.au →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AUPBT
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Time Zone
UTC+11
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1979

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Botany?+
The approach to Port Botany is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cape Bailey Lighthouse at 3.7 NM to the S. Other aids include Cape Bowling Green (6.4 NM N), Carpentaria (6.4 NM N), Fort Denison (7.2 NM N), Bradley'S Head (7.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port Botany on?+
The Port Botany 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 Botany?+
You can track vessels near Port Botany (AUPBT) 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 AUPBT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Botany?+
The Port Botany 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 Botany?+
PORT BOTANY (UN/Locode: AUPBT), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -33.97000° N, 151.20000° E.
Where is the Port Botany located?+
Coordinates: -33.97000° N, 151.20000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BOTANY — UN/Locode: AUBTB — -33.97361° N, 151.21560° EKURNELL — UN/Locode: AUKUR — -34.00372° N, 151.21110° ESYDNEY — UN/Locode: AUSYD — -33.85151° N, 151.19890° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port Botany?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port Botany?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port Botany?+
Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.