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Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk

PLNOW🇵🇱Poland

Port Location

About Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk

Also known as: Neufahrwasser, Nowy Port

Nowy Port is a seaport situated in Gdańsk Bay, Poland, at the mouth of the Martwa Wisła river. It historically handles tanker vessels. The port benefits from compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Background
Nowy Port is a district (dzielnica) of the city of Gdańsk, Poland, at the mouth of the Martwa Wisła.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A

History

Established
1772

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PLNOW
Country
🇵🇱Poland
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Body of Water
Gdańsk Bay
Latitude
54.4000°
Longitude
18.6667°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
28720 →
GeoNames ID
3090474 →
Wikidata
Q1837513 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
gdansk-nowy-port.mojeosiedle.pl →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk?+
The approach to Nowy Port/Gdansk is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Twierdza Wisłoujście (Wisłoujście Fortress) Lighthouse at 2 NM to the E with a nominal range of 6 NM. Other aids include Rewa (9 NM NNW), Jastarnia Range Rear (13 NM NNE), Elbląg Junction (27 NM E), Wejherowo County Lighthouse (28.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk?+
The Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk?+
You can track vessels near Nowy Port/Gdansk (PLNOW) 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 PLNOW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk?+
The Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk operates in the UTC+1 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 Nowy Port/Gdansk?+
NOWY PORT/GDANSK (UN/Locode: PLNOW), Poland is a seaport located at approximately 54.40000° N, 18.67000° E.
Where is the Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk located?+
Coordinates: 54.40000° N, 18.67000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:GDANSK — UN/Locode: PLGDN — 54.37815° N, 18.67575° EGDYNIA — UN/Locode: PLGDY — 54.53205° N, 18.52640° EWLADYSLAWOWO — UN/Locode: PLWLA — 54.79600° N, 18.41700° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Nowy Port/Gdansk?+
Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.