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Port of Brooklyn

USBOC🇺🇸US

Port Location

About Port of Brooklyn

The Port of Brooklyn (USBOC) is a maritime port facility located in US.. Local time zone: UTC-8.

Position: 40.5888°N, 73.9307°W. UN/LOCODE: USBOC.

Geographic context: The Port of Brooklyn is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Brooklyn
Country
🇺🇸US
UNLOCODE
USBOC
Time Zone
UTC-8
Latitude
40.5888°
Longitude
-73.9307°

Navigation Aids Near Brooklyn

NOAA Nautical Charts Lighthouse

0.7 NMS

Lightship LV-75 St. Clair Lighthouse

5.7 NMW

Lightship 84 (WAL-509) St. Johns Lighthouse

6.4 NMNW

Upper New York Bay Lighthouse

7.4 NMNW

Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse

7.5 NMNNW

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Brooklyn?+
The approach to Brooklyn is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is NOAA Nautical Charts Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the S. Other aids include Lightship LV-75 St. Clair (5.7 NM W), Lightship 84 (WAL-509) St. Johns (6.4 NM NW), Upper New York Bay (7.4 NM NW), Roosevelt Island Reef (7.5 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 Brooklyn?+
The Port of Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn?+
You can track vessels near Brooklyn (USBOC) 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 USBOC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Brooklyn?+
The Port of Brooklyn 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.