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Port of Picton

NZPCN🇳🇿NZ

Port Location

About Port of Picton

The Port of Picton (NZPCN) is a maritime port facility located in NZ.. Local time zone: UTC+13.

Position: -41.2796°S, 174.0082°E. UN/LOCODE: NZPCN.

Geographic context: The Port of Picton is situated on the Tasman Sea. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Picton
Country
🇳🇿NZ
UNLOCODE
NZPCN
Time Zone
UTC+13
Latitude
-41.2796°
Longitude
174.0082°

Navigation Aids Near Picton

Okukari Bay (Tory Channel, Whekenui) Range Rear Lighthouse

6.8 NMENE

Queen Charlotte Sound and Cape Campbell Lighthouses Lighthouse

10.8 NMNE

French Pass Lighthouses Lighthouse

22.8 NMNNW

Nelson Lighthouse

33.6 NMW

Jerningham Point Lighthouse

35.9 NME

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Picton?+
The approach to Picton is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Okukari Bay (Tory Channel, Whekenui) Range Rear Lighthouse at 6.8 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Queen Charlotte Sound and Cape Campbell Lighthouses (10.8 NM NE), French Pass Lighthouses (22.8 NM NNW), Nelson (33.6 NM W), Jerningham Point (35.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Picton on?+
The Port of Picton 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 Picton?+
You can track vessels near Picton (NZPCN) 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 NZPCN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Picton?+
The Port of Picton 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.