Port of Aracaju

BRAJU🇧🇷Brazil

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About Port of Aracaju

Also known as: Port De Aracaju

Aracaju is a Brazilian seaport established in 1855, located in the state of Sergipe. Historically, it has handled tanker vessels.

Background
Aracaju is the capital of the state of Sergipe, in northeastern Brazil, about 350 km (217 mi) north of Salvador. According to the 2020 estimate, the city has 664,908 inhabitants, which represents approximately 33% of the state population. Adding to the populations of the municipalities forming the Metropolitan area: Barra dos Coqueiros, Nossa Senhora do Socorro and São Cristóvão. Its Metropolitan Cathedral Nossa Senhora da Conceiçao, dedicated to Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, is the archiepiscopal see of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Aracaju.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
11m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1855

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BRAJU
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
BR-SE
Area
East Coast South America
Latitude
-10.9300°
Longitude
-37.0431°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
12760 →
GeoNames ID
11525642 →
Wikidata
Q170578 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.aracaju.se.gov.br →
Seamark Type
landmark
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Aracaju is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Aracaju Lighthouse at 2.5 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Aracaju (2.5 NM SSW), Peba (8.8 NM NE), Santa Izabel (8.8 NM NE), São Cristóvão (13.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Aracaju on?

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The Port of Aracaju is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in BR. 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 Aracaju?

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You can track vessels near Aracaju (BRAJU) 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 Aracaju?

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The Port of Aracaju is a port in BR. Its UN/LOCODE is BRAJU — 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 BRAJU mean?

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The first two characters, BR, are the ISO country code for BR. 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 Aracaju?

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The Port of Aracaju operates in the UTC-3 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 Aracaju?

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ARACAJU (UN/Locode: BRAJU), Brazil is a seaport located at approximately -10.93005° N, -37.04315° E.

Where is the Port of Aracaju located?

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Coordinates: -10.93005° N, -37.04315° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BARRA DOS COQUEIROS — UN/Locode: BRBAR — -10.84000° N, -36.92000° E

What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Aracaju?

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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 Aracaju?

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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 Aracaju?

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Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.

Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Aracaju?

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Ship suppliers include Golf Ship Solutions, TROPICAL SHIP SUPPLY LTD. - BRAZIL and NAVSUPPLY SHIPCHANDLER.