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Port of New York

USNYCUnited States

Port Location

About Port of New York

The Port of New York (USNYC) is a maritime port facility located in United States. It can accommodate vessels up to 400m in length and 59m in beam, and features a maximum draft of 15.2m. Local time zone: America/New_York.

Vessel capacity and restrictions: Vessels intending to call at Port of New York should note the maximum permissible draft of 15.2 meters. The berths can handle ships up to 400 meters in overall length and 59 meters in beam.

Position: 40.7128°N, 74.0060°W. UN/LOCODE: USNYC.

Geographic context: The Port of New York 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

Max Draft
15.2m
Max Length
400m
Max Beam
59m

General Information

Port Name
Port of New York
Country
United States
UNLOCODE
USNYC
Time Zone
America/New_York
Latitude
40.7128°
Longitude
-74.0060°

Navigation Aids Near Port of New York

Titanic Memorial Lighthouse

0.3 NMSSE

Ambrose Lighthouse

0.5 NMSSE

Winter Quarter Lighthouse

1.6 NMW

Statue Of Liberty Lighthouse

2.3 NMSW

Frying Pan Lighthouse

2.4 NMN

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can my vessel call at the Port of New York?+
The Port of New York has a maximum permissible draft of 15.2 meters and can accommodate vessels up to 400m in length and 59m in beam. Before planning a call, masters and agents should verify current depths with the harbor master, as conditions may change with tidal variations and maintenance dredging. Pilotage may be compulsory for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of New York?+
The approach to Port of New York is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Titanic Memorial Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Ambrose (0.5 NM SSE), Winter Quarter (1.6 NM W), Statue Of Liberty (2.3 NM SW), Frying Pan (2.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of New York?+
The Port of New York 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 New York?+
You can track vessels near Port of New York (USNYC) 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 USNYC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of New York?+
The Port of New York operates in the America/New_York 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.