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Port of Milford Sound

NZMFN🇳🇿New Zealand

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About Port of Milford Sound

Milford Sound is a natural harbor in New Zealand's South Island, primarily serving as a departure point for domestic and international cruise ships and smaller tourist vessels. It is a key destination for scenic tours of the fiord.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
NZ-STL
Area
South Pacific
Sub-area
Tasman Sea
Latitude
-44.6654°
Longitude
167.9185°

Identification

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Milford Sound?

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The approach to Milford Sound is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is St. Anne Point Lighthouse at 8.1 NM to the NW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Milford Sound on?

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The Port of Milford Sound 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 Milford Sound?

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You can track vessels near Milford Sound (NZMFN) 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 NZMFN on the live map.

Where is the Port of Milford Sound?

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The Port of Milford Sound is a port in NZ. Its UN/LOCODE is NZMFN — 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 NZMFN mean?

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The first two characters, NZ, are the ISO country code for NZ. 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 Milford Sound?

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The Port of Milford Sound 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.