Port of Palu

IDPAL🇮🇩Indonesia

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About Port of Palu

Palu is a port in Indonesia. It serves as a gateway for regional trade and handles various cargo types. The port accommodates general cargo vessels and is situated on the island of Sulawesi.

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Classification

Type
Port

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
IDPAL
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Time Zone
UTC+7

Region

Latitude
-0.8833°
Longitude
119.8500°
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Palu is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pantai Taipa Lighthouse at 6.3 NM to the N. Other aids include Taipa Jetty (6.3 NM N), Donggala (14.5 NM NNW), Northern Strait Of Makassar Lighthouses (15.9 NM NNW), Teluk Palu (15.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Palu on?

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The Port of Palu is situated on the Indian Ocean in ID. 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 Palu?

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You can track vessels near Palu (IDPAL) 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 Palu?

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The Port of Palu is a port in ID. Its UN/LOCODE is IDPAL — 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 IDPAL mean?

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The first two characters, ID, are the ISO country code for ID. 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 Palu?

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The Port of Palu operates in the UTC+7 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.