Port of Tubarão Pt / Vitória

The controlling depth at Tubarão Pt / Vitória is 20 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 Tubarão Pt / Vitória is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tubarão Sul Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Porto De Tubarão Range Rear (1.6 NM NW), Ilha Do Boi (2.6 NM SW), Pedra da Baleia (2.7 NM SSW), Santa Luzia (2.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Tubarão Pt / Vitória 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 Tubarão Pt / Vitória (BRTUB) 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 BRTUB on the live map.

The Port of Tubarão Pt / Vitória 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.

TUBARAO (UN/Locode: BRTUB), Brazil is a seaport located at approximately -20.28571° N, -40.24303° E.

Coordinates: -20.28571° N, -40.24303° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PRAIA MOLE PT / VITORIA — UN/Locode: BRPRM — -20.27000° N, -40.29000° EVITORIA — UN/Locode: BRVIX — -20.32249° N, -40.31627° ESERRA — UN/Locode: BRSER — -20.15000° N, -40.27000° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Large. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 21.6m - 22.9m; anchorage depth 17.1m - 18.2m; cargo pier depth 23.2m - OVER; oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m and maximum draft approx. 20 m.

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

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

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier and Tanker.

Ship suppliers include TROPICAL SHIP SUPPLY LTD. - BRAZIL, NAVSUPPLY SHIPCHANDLER and Aster Marine Support.