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Port Stanvac

AUPST🇦🇺Australia

Port Location

About Port Stanvac

Port Stanvac is a former oil port located south of Adelaide, South Australia. Historically, it handled bulk carriers, container ships, and Ro-Ro vessels, with depths supporting a maximum draft of approximately 17 meters. The port was operated by ExxonMobil from 1963 to 2003.

Background
Port Stanvac is a former port and oil refinery in the suburb of Lonsdale south of Adelaide city centre in South Australia. It was operated by ExxonMobil between 1963 and 2003. The site was decommissioned and undeveloped for 20 years following the closure of the refinery. In 2024, the South Australian government announced plans to remediate the area and construct residential housing and park lands with an anticipated completion date of 2028.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
17.01m

Region

Subdivision
AU-SA
Latitude
-35.0400°
Longitude
138.5400°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q7230954 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port Stanvac?+
The controlling depth at Port Stanvac is 17.01 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port Stanvac?+
The approach to Port Stanvac is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Marino Rocks Lighthouse at 1.6 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Port Adelaide (12 NM N), Adelaide Semaphore Timeball (12.5 NM NNW), Troubridge Island (35.3 NM W), Cape Jervis (40.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port Stanvac on?+
The Port Stanvac is situated on the Indian 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 Stanvac?+
You can track vessels near Port Stanvac (AUPST) 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 AUPST on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Stanvac?+
The Port Stanvac 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 Stanvac?+
PORT STANVAC (UN/Locode: AUPST), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -35.04000° N, 138.54000° E.
Where is the Port Stanvac located?+
Coordinates: -35.04000° N, 138.54000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ADELAIDE — UN/Locode: AUADL — -34.80684° N, 138.50820° ERAPID BAY — UN/Locode: AURAB — -35.52109° N, 138.18660° EPORT GILES — UN/Locode: AUPGI — -35.02220° N, 137.76750° E
What facilities are available at the Port Stanvac?+
Depths: maximum draft approx. 17.01 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port Stanvac?+
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 Stanvac?+
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 Stanvac?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container and Ro Ro.