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Port of Porto Alegre

BRPOA🇧🇷Brazil

Port Location

About Port of Porto Alegre

Also known as: Porto Alegre, Porto de Porto Alegre

This inland port is situated on Guaíba Lake in Porto Alegre, Brazil. It handles bulk carriers, gas carriers, general cargo, and tankers. The port is managed by the Superintendência de Portos e Hidrovias.

Background
The Port of Porto Alegre is an inland port located in Guaíba Lake in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. It is connected to Downtown Porto Alegre. Superintendência de Portos e Hidrovias (SPH) was established to manage and distribute cargoes throughout the State of Rio Grande do Sul.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
13080 →
GeoNames ID
11525616 →
Wikidata
Q7231248 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.sph.rs.gov.br →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
BR-RS
Area
East Coast South America
Latitude
-30.0251°
Longitude
-51.2615°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Porto Alegre?+
The approach to Porto Alegre is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Itapuã da Lagoa Lighthouse at 24 NM to the SSE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Porto Alegre on?+
The Port of Porto Alegre 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.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Porto Alegre?+
You can track vessels near Porto Alegre (BRPOA) 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 BRPOA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Porto Alegre?+
The Port of Porto Alegre 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 Porto Alegre?+
PORTO ALEGRE (UN/Locode: BRPOA), Brazil is a seaport located at approximately -30.02511° N, -51.26152° E.
Where is the Port of Porto Alegre located?+
Coordinates: -30.02511° N, -51.26152° E. Nearby terminals/ports:TRIUNFO — UN/Locode: BRTFO — -29.93000° N, -51.70000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Porto Alegre?+
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 Porto Alegre?+
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 Porto Alegre?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Porto Alegre?+
Ship suppliers include Sea Star Ship Suppliers, TROPICAL SHIP SUPPLY LTD. - BRAZIL and NAVSUPPLY SHIPCHANDLER.