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Port of Kieta

PGKIE🇵🇬Papua New Guinea

Port Location

About Port of Kieta

Kieta is a small, sheltered natural harbor on the eastern coast of Bougainville Island, Papua New Guinea. It handles container, general cargo, and passenger vessels, with facilities including mobile cranes and wharf and anchorage loading. Pilotage is compulsory.

Background
Kieta is a port town located on the eastern coast of the island of Bougainville in Papua New Guinea, near the township of Arawa. After extensive destruction during the 1990 Civil Uprising on Bougainville, Kieta has few inhabitants now, and is known mainly for its transport connections.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
7.05m
Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
56855 →
GeoNames ID
2094024 →
Wikidata
Q1187240 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
PGKIE
Country
🇵🇬Papua New Guinea
Time Zone
UTC+10
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
North Australia
Sub-area
Solomon Sea
Latitude
-6.2176°
Longitude
155.6382°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Kieta?+
The controlling depth at Kieta is 7.05 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kieta?+
The approach to Kieta is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hospital Hill Lighthouse at 4 NM to the W. Other aids include Otua (24.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Kieta on?+
The Port of Kieta is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in PG. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Kieta?+
You can track vessels near Kieta (PGKIE) 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 PGKIE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kieta?+
The Port of Kieta 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.
What is the Port of Kieta?+
KIETA (UN/Locode: PGKIE), Papua New Guinea is a seaport located at approximately -6.21757° N, 155.63820° E.
Where is the Port of Kieta located?+
Coordinates: -6.21757° N, 155.63820° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ANEWA BAY — UN/Locode: PGANB — -6.12000° N, 155.33000° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Kieta?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 23.2m - OVER; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m and maximum draft approx. 7.05 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Kieta?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Kieta?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Kieta?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container, General Cargo and Passenger.