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Port of Tauranga

NZTRG🇳🇿New Zealand

Port Location

About Port of Tauranga

Located in Tauranga Harbour, New Zealand, this is the country's largest port by cargo volume and container throughput. It handles significant volumes of containers, logs, kiwifruit, and dairy products. The port is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
The Port of Tauranga is situated in Tauranga, New Zealand. It is the largest port in the country both in terms of total cargo volume, and in terms of container throughput with container volumes exceeding 1.2 million TEUs. The port is operated by Port of Tauranga Ltd. This article is about both the company and the port itself.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
B
Terminals
2

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Port of Tauranga Limited

Terminals (2)

MOUNT MAUNGANUI PORT

PORT OF TAURANGA LTD.

2 Salisbury Avenue, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga 3116, New Zealand

www.port-tauranga.co.nz →

TAURANGA CONTAINER TERMINAL (SULPHUR POINT)

PORT OF TAURANGA LTD.

66 Mirrielees Road, Sulphur Point, Tauranga 3110, New Zealand

www.port-tauranga.co.nz →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
NZTRG
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Time Zone
UTC+13
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
NZ-BOP
Area
East Australia
Body of Water
Tauranga Harbour
Latitude
-37.6570°
Longitude
176.1722°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
55080 →
GeoNames ID
2181730 →
Wikidata
Q785661 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.port-tauranga.co.nz →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tauranga?+
The approach to Tauranga is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tauranga Entrance Range Front/ Lighthouse at 1.5 NM to the N. Other aids include Tauranga Entrance Range Rear (1.5 NM NNW), Slipper Island (38 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Tauranga on?+
The Port of Tauranga is situated on the South Pacific Ocean 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 Tauranga?+
You can track vessels near Tauranga (NZTRG) 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 NZTRG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tauranga?+
The Port of Tauranga 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.