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Port of Sydney

AUSYD🇦🇺Australia

Port Location

About Port of Sydney

Also known as: Port of Sydney, Sydney Harbour

Sydney Harbour is a major Australian seaport on the country's east coast. It handles a wide range of vessel types, including bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and passenger vessels. The port has been operational since 1788.

Background
Sydney is the capital city of the state of New South Wales, and is the most populous city in Australia. Located on Australia's east coast, the metropolis surrounds Sydney Harbour and extends about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from the Pacific Ocean in the east to the Blue Mountains in the west, and about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the Hawkesbury River in the north and north-west, to the Royal National Park and Macarthur in the south and south-west. Greater Sydney consists of 658 suburbs, spread across 33 local government areas. Residents of the city are colloquially known as "Sydneysiders". The estimated population in June 2025 was 5,638,830, which is about 66% of the state's population. The city's nicknames include the Emerald City and the Harbour City.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
39m

Operations & Services

Terminals
3

History

Established
1788

Terminals (3)

DP WORLD SYDNEY

DP WORLD (AUSTRALIA)

42 Friendship Rd, Port Botany NSW 2036, Australia

www.dpworld.com →

HUTCHISON SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL (SICTL)

SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINALS PTY LTD (SICTL) / HUTCHISON PORTS SYDNEY

Gates B150-160 Foreshore Road, Botany NSW 2019, Australia

www.hutchisonports.com.au →

PATRICK SYDNEY AUTOSTRAD TERMINAL

PATRICK

Gate B110 Penrhyn Road, Port Botany NSW 2036, Australia

patrick.com.au →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AUSYD
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Time Zone
UTC+11
Feature Type
HBRX (Harbor section)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
AU-NSW
Area
East Australia
Sub-area
Coral Sea
Latitude
-33.8515°
Longitude
151.1989°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2147710 →
Wikidata
Q3130 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sydney?+
The approach to Sydney is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Goat Island Lighthouse at 0 NM to the N. Other aids include Goat Island A Range Front (0.1 NM WSW), Cape Bowling Green (1 NM S), Carpentaria (1.1 NM S), Fort Denison (1.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Sydney on?+
The Port of Sydney 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 of Sydney?+
You can track vessels near Sydney (AUSYD) 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 AUSYD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sydney?+
The Port of Sydney 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 Sydney?+
SYDNEY (UN/Locode: AUSYD), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -33.85151° N, 151.19890° E.
Where is the Port of Sydney located?+
Coordinates: -33.85151° N, 151.19890° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PORT BOTANY — UN/Locode: AUPBT — -33.97000° N, 151.20000° EBOTANY — UN/Locode: AUBTB — -33.97361° N, 151.21560° EKURNELL — UN/Locode: AUKUR — -34.00372° N, 151.21110° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Sydney?+
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 Sydney?+
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 Sydney?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Special Craft, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Sydney?+
Ship suppliers include AVS Global Ship Supply & Catering Management.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Sydney?+
Service providers include Hans Lutz Maschinenfabrik GmbH, Inglasco International Ltd and K ROV.