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Port of Areia Branca

BRARE🇧🇷Brazil

Port Location

About Port of Areia Branca

Also known as: Porto de Areia Branca

This offshore terminal, known as Tersab, is located in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. It serves bulk carriers and offshore vessels, primarily handling salt.

Background
O Terminal Salineiro de Areia Branca - Luís Fausto de Medeiros (Tersab), mais conhecido como Porto-Ilha de Areia Branca, é um porto localizado no Oceano Atlântico, próximo ao litoral do Rio Grande do Norte. Fica localizado a 7,24 milhas náuticas da costa de Areia Branca, a 330 km da capital estadual, Natal.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
11m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12556406 →
Wikidata
Q10380671 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
BR-RN
Area
East Coast South America
Latitude
-4.9557°
Longitude
-37.1363°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Areia Branca?+
The approach to Areia Branca is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ponta Do Mel Lighthouse at 15.5 NM to the E. Other aids include Ponta Dos Cajuais (19.8 NM NW), Macau (29.8 NM ESE), Alagamar (32.5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Areia Branca on?+
The Port of Areia Branca is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in BR. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Areia Branca?+
You can track vessels near Areia Branca (BRARE) 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 BRARE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Areia Branca?+
The Port of Areia Branca 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 Areia Branca?+
AREIA BRANCA (UN/Locode: BRARE), Brazil is a seaport located at approximately -4.96000° N, -37.14000° E.
Where is the Port of Areia Branca located?+
Coordinates: -4.96000° N, -37.14000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:GUAMARE — UN/Locode: BRGUA — -5.10745° N, -36.31845° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Areia Branca?+
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 Areia Branca?+
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 Areia Branca?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier and Offshore.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Areia Branca?+
Ship suppliers include TROPICAL SHIP SUPPLY LTD. - BRAZIL and NAVSUPPLY SHIPCHANDLER.