Port of Nueva Palmira

UYNVP🇺🇾Uruguay

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About Port of Nueva Palmira

Also known as: Nueva Palmira

This port is situated on the Uruguay River. It serves as a key transshipment point for goods moving between river barges and ocean-going vessels.

Background
Nueva Palmira is a city in Colonia Department in south-western Uruguay.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Elevation
18m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
13150 →
GeoNames ID
11525732 →
Wikidata
Q1023521 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
UYNVP
Country
🇺🇾Uruguay
Time Zone
UTC-3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
East Coast South America
Body of Water
Uruguay River
Latitude
-33.8625°
Longitude
-58.4199°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Nueva Palmira?

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The approach to Nueva Palmira is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Buenos Aires Province and City Lighthouses Lighthouse at 21.1 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Martin Garcia (21.1 NM SSE), Martin Garcia (21.3 NM SSE), Río Luján (35.5 NM S), Piedra Diamante (40.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Nueva Palmira on?

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The Port of Nueva Palmira is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in UY. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Nueva Palmira?

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You can track vessels near Nueva Palmira (UYNVP) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Nueva Palmira?

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The Port of Nueva Palmira is a port in UY. Its UN/LOCODE is UYNVP — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE UYNVP mean?

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The first two characters, UY, are the ISO country code for UY. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Nueva Palmira?

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The Port of Nueva Palmira operates in the UTC-3 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.