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Port of Aberdeen

USAB3🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Aberdeen

This canal port is located in Aberdeen, New Jersey. It is a small harbor with good shelter. Pilotage is compulsory.

Background
Aberdeen Harbour, rebranded as the Port of Aberdeen in 2022, is a sea port located in the city of Aberdeen on the east coast of Scotland. The port was first established in 1136 and has been continually redeveloped over the centuries to provide a base for significant fishing and ship building industries. Since the 1970s it has provided support to the offshore oil and gas industry operating in the North Sea and it is the main commercial port in the north east of Scotland.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1173m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
7980 →
GeoNames ID
5322207 →
Wikidata
Q24677732 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.aberdeen-harbour.co.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USAB3
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
US-NJ
Latitude
40.3833°
Longitude
-74.2500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Aberdeen?+
The approach to Aberdeen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Great Beds Lighthouse at 6 NM to the N. Other aids include Northern Monmouth County (Sandy Hook Bay) Lighthouses (6.4 NM NE), Waackaack Range Rear (7 NM ENE), Princes Bay Range Front (7.6 NM NNE), Prince'S Bay (7.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Aberdeen?+
The Port of Aberdeen is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. 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 Aberdeen?+
You can track vessels near Aberdeen (USAB3) 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 USAB3 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Aberdeen?+
The Port of Aberdeen operates in the UTC-8 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.