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Port of STEWART ISLAND

NZSZS🇳🇿New Zealand

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About Port of STEWART ISLAND

Stewart Island is a small port located in Foveaux Strait, New Zealand. It serves as a vital link for the island's population and handles general cargo and passenger ferries.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
East Australia
Sub-area
Tasman Sea
Body of Water
Foveaux Strait
Latitude
-46.8984°
Longitude
168.1313°

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Identification

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

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References & Identifiers

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of STEWART ISLAND?

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The approach to STEWART ISLAND is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bluff Harbour Entrance Lighthouse at 18.6 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Dog Island (18.7 NM NE), Stirling Point (19.6 NM NNE), Centre Island (29.1 NM NNW), Waipapa Point (32.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of STEWART ISLAND on?

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The Port of STEWART ISLAND 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 STEWART ISLAND?

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You can track vessels near STEWART ISLAND (NZSZS) 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 NZSZS on the live map.

Where is the Port of STEWART ISLAND?

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The Port of STEWART ISLAND is a port in NZ. Its UN/LOCODE is NZSZS — 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 NZSZS 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 STEWART ISLAND?

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The Port of STEWART ISLAND 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.