Port of Aratu Pt / Candeias

The controlling depth at Aratu Pt / Candeias is 12 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.

The approach to Aratu Pt / Candeias is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Caboto Lighthouse at 2.1 NM to the NW. Other aids include Itamoabo (3 NM WSW), Monte Serrat (9 NM SSW), Ilha do Frade (9.4 NM W), Salvador North Breakwater North End (10.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Aratu Pt / Candeias 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.

You can track vessels near Aratu Pt / Candeias (BRARB) 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 BRARB on the live map.

The Port of Aratu Pt / Candeias 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.

ARATU (UN/Locode: BRARB), Brazil is a seaport located at approximately -12.78377° N, -38.48350° E.

Coordinates: -12.78377° N, -38.48350° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MADRE DE DEUS — UN/Locode: BRMDD — -12.75194° N, -38.62173° ESALVADOR — UN/Locode: BRSSA — -12.96113° N, -38.50755° E

Harbor type/size: Open Roadstead and Small. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, Mediterranean mooring and turning area. Depths: channel depth 17.1m - 18.2m; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m; oil terminal depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 12 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Gas Carrier, General Cargo and Tanker.

Ship suppliers include Consegi Ship Service, Sea Star Ship Suppliers and TROPICAL SHIP SUPPLY LTD. - BRAZIL + more.

Service providers include SHIPTECH MARINE SERVICES and Estrela do Mar.