Port of Pondicherry

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About Port of Pondicherry

Pondicherry is a port on the Indian Ocean coast of India. It serves as a maritime gateway for the region.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
IN-PY
Area
East Coast India
Sub-area
Bengal Bay
Body of Water
Indian Ocean
Latitude
11.9161°
Longitude
79.8247°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
INPNY
Country
🇮🇳India
Time Zone
UTC+5:30

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Pondicherry is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Puducherry Lighthouse at 1.2 NM to the NE. Other aids include Puducherry (1.2 NM NNE), Cuddalore (12.9 NM SSW), Kadapakkam (24.2 NM NNE), Porto Novo (24.9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Pondicherry on?

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The Port of Pondicherry is situated on the Bay of Bengal in IN. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Pondicherry (INPNY) 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 Pondicherry?

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The Port of Pondicherry is a port in IN. Its UN/LOCODE is INPNY — 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 INPNY mean?

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The first two characters, IN, are the ISO country code for IN. 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 Pondicherry?

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The Port of Pondicherry operates in the UTC+5:30 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.