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Port of Greymouth

NZGMN🇳🇿New Zealand

Port Location

About Port of Greymouth

Greymouth is a small natural harbor on New Zealand's West Coast. It primarily handles coastal trade and fishing vessels. The port is situated at the mouth of the Grey River.

Background
Greymouth is the largest town in the West Coast region in the South Island of New Zealand, and the seat of the Grey District Council. The population of the whole Grey District is 14,600, which accounts for 42% of the West Coast's inhabitants. The Greymouth urban area had an estimated population of 8,610. A large proportion of the District, 65%, is part of the Conservation Estate owned and managed by the Department of Conservation making Greymouth a natural centre for walkers and trampers.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
3ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
55440 →
Wikidata
Q934790 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
NZGMN
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Time Zone
UTC+13

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
NZ-WTC
Area
East Australia
Sub-area
Tasman Sea
Latitude
-42.4437°
Longitude
171.2060°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Greymouth?+
The approach to Greymouth is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Greymouth Range Front Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the SW. Other aids include Hokitika (18.9 NM SSW), Cape Foulwind (43.3 NM NNE), Greymouth Range Rear (46.1 NM NNE), Westport (46.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Greymouth on?+
The Port of Greymouth 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 Greymouth?+
You can track vessels near Greymouth (NZGMN) 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 NZGMN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Greymouth?+
The Port of Greymouth 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.