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Port of New Plymouth

NZNPL🇳🇿New Zealand

Port Location

About Port of New Plymouth

New Plymouth is a port on the west coast of New Zealand's North Island. It handles general cargo and is equipped with tugs and a small drydock.

Background
New Plymouth is the major city of the Taranaki region on the west coast of the North Island of New Zealand. It is named after the English city of Plymouth, in Devon, from where the first English settlers to New Plymouth migrated. The New Plymouth District, which includes New Plymouth City and several smaller towns, is the 10th largest district in New Zealand, and has a population of 90,100 – about two-thirds of the total population of the Taranaki region and 1.7% of New Zealand's population. This includes New Plymouth City (60,200), Waitara (7,720), Inglewood (3,970), Ōakura (1,780), Ōkato (561) and Urenui (429).

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
10ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
S
Repair Code
A
Terminals
1

History

Established
1841

Terminals

PORT TARANAKI

PORT TARANAKI LTD.

2/8 Bayly Road, Port Taranaki, New Plymouth 4340, New Zealand

www.porttaranaki.co.nz →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NZNPL
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Time Zone
UTC+13
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
NZ-TKI
Area
East Australia
Sub-area
Tasman Sea
Latitude
-39.0549°
Longitude
174.0411°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
55210 →
GeoNames ID
2181870 →
Wikidata
Q212984 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.npdc.govt.nz →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →

Nearby Vessels

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of New Plymouth?+
The approach to New Plymouth is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Puniho Lighthouse at 14.3 NM to the SW. Other aids include Cape Egmont (18.8 NM SW), Taranaki Region Lighthouses (47.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of New Plymouth on?+
The Port of New Plymouth 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 New Plymouth?+
You can track vessels near New Plymouth (NZNPL) 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 NZNPL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of New Plymouth?+
The Port of New Plymouth 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.