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Port of Phillip Island

AUPIS🇦🇺Australia

Port Location

About Port of Phillip Island

Also known as: Bahia de Western Port, Bahía de Western Port, Baie de Western Port, Uehstern-Port, Western Port Bay, Zakhidnij Port

Phillip Island is an Australian port situated south-southeast of Melbourne. It handles offshore vessel types.

Background
Phillip Island is an Australian island about 125 km (78 mi) south-southeast of Melbourne, Victoria. The island is named after Governor Arthur Phillip, the first Governor of New South Wales, by explorer and seaman George Bass, who sailed in a whaleboat, arriving from Sydney on 5 January 1798.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
AU-VIC
Latitude
-38.4833°
Longitude
145.2333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AUPIS
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Time Zone
UTC+11
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2144001 →
Wikidata
Q785760 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Phillip Island?+
The approach to Phillip Island is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Grossard Point Lighthouse at 3.3 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Cape Schanck (16.3 NM W), South Channel Range Rear (16.5 NM WNW), South Channel Range Rear (Eastern Lighthouse, McCrae) (16.5 NM WNW), Schnapper Point (18.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Phillip Island on?+
The Port of Phillip Island 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.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Phillip Island?+
You can track vessels near Phillip Island (AUPIS) 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 AUPIS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Phillip Island?+
The Port of Phillip Island 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 Phillip Island?+
PHILLIP ISLAND (UN/Locode: AUPIS), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -38.48000° N, 145.23000° E.
Where is the Port of Phillip Island located?+
Coordinates: -38.48000° N, 145.23000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:WESTERNPORT — UN/Locode: AUWEP — -38.33199° N, 145.22570° EHASTINGS — UN/Locode: AUHAS — -38.29000° N, 145.23000° EMELBOURNE — UN/Locode: AUMEL — -37.83878° N, 144.93700° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Phillip Island?+
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 of Phillip Island?+
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 of Phillip Island?+
Vessel types historically calling: Offshore.