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Port of Auckland

NZAKL🇳🇿New Zealand

Port Location

About Port of Auckland

Auckland is New Zealand's largest port, handling significant freight and cruise ship traffic. It is a vital hub for the country's maritime trade, equipped with extensive facilities and compulsory pilotage.

Background
Port of Auckland Limited (POAL), the successor to the Auckland Harbour Board, is the Auckland Council-owned company administering Auckland's commercial freight and cruise ship harbour facilities. As the company operates all of the associated facilities in the Greater Auckland area, this article is about both the current company and the ports of Auckland themselves.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A
Terminals
3

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
55060 →
GeoNames ID
7910196 →
Wikidata
Q1641895 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.poal.co.nz →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NZAKL
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Time Zone
UTC+13
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
NZ-AUK
Area
East Australia
Latitude
-36.8419°
Longitude
174.7731°

Terminals (3)

PORTS OF AUCKLAND BLEDISLOE WHARF

PORTS OF AUCKLAND LIMITED

Tinley Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

www.poal.co.nz →

PORTS OF AUCKLAND FERGUSSON WHARF

PORTS OF AUCKLAND LIMITED

Tamaki Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

www.poal.co.nz →

PORTS OF AUCKLAND GENERAL WHARF

PORTS OF AUCKLAND LIMITED

www.poal.co.nz →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Auckland?+
The approach to Auckland is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bean Rock Lighthouse at 2.8 NM to the E with a nominal range of 14 NM. Other aids include Auckland Harbour Lighthouses (4.3 NM NNE), Rangitoto Beacon (4.3 NM NNE), Tiritiri Matangi Island (15.4 NM NNE), Manukau Harbour Lighthouses (16.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Auckland on?+
The Port of Auckland is situated on the Tasman Sea in NZ. 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 Auckland?+
You can track vessels near Auckland (NZAKL) 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 NZAKL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Auckland?+
The Port of Auckland operates in the UTC+13 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.