Port Curtis

AUPCT🇦🇺Australia

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About Port Curtis

Port Curtis is a natural harbor located in Queensland, Australia. It serves as a significant port for the region, handling bulk cargo.

Background
Port Curtis is a suburb of Rockhampton in the Rockhampton Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, Port Curtis had a population of 309 people.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
AU-QLD
Latitude
-23.8160°
Longitude
151.2628°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AUPCT
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Time Zone
UTC+10
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11002752 →
Wikidata
Q31039436 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.gpcl.com.au →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Curtis?

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The approach to Port Curtis is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cape Capricorn Lighthouse at 19.8 NM to the N. Other aids include Balaclava Island Range Rear (24.1 NM NW), Pine Islet (24.3 NM NW), Sea Hill (24.9 NM NW), Bustard Head (30.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port Curtis on?

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The Port Curtis is situated on the Coral 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 Curtis?

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You can track vessels near Port Curtis (AUPCT) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port Curtis?

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The Port Curtis is a port in AU. Its UN/LOCODE is AUPCT — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE AUPCT mean?

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The first two characters, AU, are the ISO country code for AU. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Curtis?

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The Port Curtis 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.