Port of De Rust

ZADRU🇿🇦South Africa

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About Port of De Rust

De Rust is a port located in the Western Cape province of South Africa. Its specific role, cargo handled, and key facilities are not detailed in the provided data.

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Classification

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Port

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Identification

UN/LOCODE
ZADRU
Country
🇿🇦South Africa
Time Zone
UTC+2

Region

Subdivision
ZA-WC
Latitude
-33.4833°
Longitude
22.5333°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of De Rust?

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The approach to De Rust is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mossel Bay Lighthouse at 45.8 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Cape St. Blaize (46.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of De Rust on?

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The Port of De Rust is situated on the Indian Ocean in ZA. 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 De Rust?

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You can track vessels near De Rust (ZADRU) 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 De Rust?

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The Port of De Rust is a port in ZA. Its UN/LOCODE is ZADRU — 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 ZADRU mean?

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The first two characters, ZA, are the ISO country code for ZA. 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 De Rust?

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The Port of De Rust operates in the UTC+2 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.