Port of Niau

PFTUP🇵🇫French Polynesia

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About Port of Niau

Niau is a small port in French Polynesia, located in the Tuamotu Archipelago. It serves as a local hub for inter-island transport and supplies. The port primarily handles small cargo vessels and fishing boats.

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Classification

Type
Port

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
PFTUP
Country
🇵🇫French Polynesia
Time Zone
UTC-10

Region

Latitude
-16.1167°
Longitude
-146.3667°
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Niau is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Torea Lighthouse at 38.8 NM to the E. Other aids include Topaka (42.8 NM E), Taputavaka (43.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Niau on?

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The Port of Niau is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in PF. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Niau?

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You can track vessels near Niau (PFTUP) 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 Niau?

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The Port of Niau is a port in PF. Its UN/LOCODE is PFTUP — 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 PFTUP mean?

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The first two characters, PF, are the ISO country code for PF. 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 Niau?

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The Port of Niau operates in the UTC-10 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.