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.

The approach to 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 Roosevelt Island Reef (1.3 NM SSW), 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.

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.

You can track vessels near 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.

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.