Port of Taharoa

NZTHH🇳🇿New Zealand

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About Port of Taharoa

Taharoa is a specialized bulk export terminal on the west coast of New Zealand's North Island. It handles iron sand exports, primarily utilizing self-unloading bulk carriers.

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Classification

Type
Offshore Terminal

Region

Subdivision
NZ-WKO
Area
East Australia
Sub-area
Tasman Sea
Latitude
-38.1765°
Longitude
174.6654°

Identification

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Taharoa?

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The approach to Taharoa is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Waikato Region West Coast Lighthouses Lighthouse at 2 NM to the ENE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Taharoa on?

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The Port of Taharoa 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 Taharoa?

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You can track vessels near Taharoa (NZTHH) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Taharoa?

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The Port of Taharoa is a port in NZ. Its UN/LOCODE is NZTHH — 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 NZTHH 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 Taharoa?

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The Port of Taharoa 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.