Port of Newcastle

CANCT🇨🇦Canada

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About Port of Newcastle

This port is located in Newcastle, New Brunswick, Canada. It is a small, sheltered harbor that requires pilots and tugs for operations.

Background
The Port of Newcastle is a major seaport in the city of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. It is the world's largest coal port.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
17ft
Tidal Range
5ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
18520 →
Wikidata
Q56599008 →
Wikipedia
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Seamark Type
harbour

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CANCT
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-5

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CA-NB
Latitude
49.1667°
Longitude
-123.9333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Newcastle?

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The approach to Newcastle is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gallows Point Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Entrance Island (5.5 NM ENE), Entrance Island (5.5 NM ENE), Ballenas Islands (13.9 NM NW), Porlier Pass Range Front (Race Point) (16.6 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Newcastle on?

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The Port of Newcastle is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in CA. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Newcastle?

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You can track vessels near Newcastle (CANCT) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Newcastle?

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The Port of Newcastle is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CANCT — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE CANCT mean?

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The first two characters, CA, are the ISO country code for CA. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Newcastle?

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The Port of Newcastle operates in the UTC-5 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.