Port of Prelude

AUPRL🇦🇺AU

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Region

Latitude
-13.7837°
Longitude
123.3020°

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AUPRL
Country
🇦🇺AU
Time Zone
UTC+8

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Prelude?

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The approach to Prelude is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Browse Island Lighthouse at 24.2 NM to the SE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Prelude on?

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The Port of Prelude is situated on the Indian Ocean in AU. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Prelude?

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You can track vessels near Prelude (AUPRL) 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 of Prelude?

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The Port of Prelude is a port in AU. Its UN/LOCODE is AUPRL — 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 AUPRL 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 of Prelude?

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The Port of Prelude operates in the UTC+8 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.