Port of Paranaguá

The controlling depth at Paranaguá is 11.89 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 Paranaguá is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cassual Lighthouse at 10 NM to the E. Other aids include Caraguatá (11.2 NM ESE), Paranaguá Range C Rear (11.6 NM E), Ponta das Conchas (12.2 NM E), Sumidouro (40.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Paranaguá is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in BR. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Paranaguá (BRPNG) 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 BRPNG on the live map.

The Port of Paranaguá 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.

PARANAGUA (UN/Locode: BRPNG), Brazil is a seaport located at approximately -25.50195° N, -48.51200° E.

Coordinates: -25.50195° N, -48.51200° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ANTONINA — UN/Locode: BRANT — -25.44430° N, -48.68925° EITAPOA — UN/Locode: BRIOA — -26.18400° N, -48.60260° ESAO FRANCISCO DO SUL — UN/Locode: BRSFS — -26.23595° N, -48.63140° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 15.5m - 16m; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m; oil terminal depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 11.89 m.

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

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

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro, Special Craft, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.

Ship suppliers include Sea Star Ship Suppliers, AVS Global Ship Supply & Catering Management and TROPICAL SHIP SUPPLY LTD. - BRAZIL + more.

Service providers include Inglasco International Ltd and SHIPTECH MARINE SERVICES.