Port of Puerto Madryn
Puerto Madryn is a coastal harbor in Argentina, registered under the UN/LOCODE code ARPMY.
This is a directory stub generated from the UN/LOCODE registry; a fuller write-up has not yet been added.
Port characteristics
- Size / type
- Small, Coastal, natural
- Shelter
- Excellent
- Entrance restrictions
- Affected by other factors
- Charted depths
- Channel4.9–6.1 m (16–20 ft)
- Anchorage17.1–18.2 m (56–60 ft)
- Cargo pier15.5–16.8 m (51–55 ft)
- Terminal infrastructure
- Cargo handlingCargo pier charted (15.5–16.8 m (51–55 ft))
Container-terminal handling is not classified by the WPI dataset, so this entry does not infer it.
- Mean tidal range
- 5 m
- Max. vessel size
- Over 152 m (500 ft) length
- Also noted
- good holding ground; turning area available
Facilities and services
The port is a first port of entry and requires an ETA message. Pilotage is compulsory and available. Pratique, a deratting certificate, and other quarantine services are available. Communications include telephone, telegraph, radio, radiotelephone, and air. Cargo can be worked at wharves and anchor.
The port offers medical facilities and garbage disposal. Mobile cranes are available, with lift capacity of 50–100 tons. Available services include longshore labor, electrical services, navigation equipment repair, and electrical repair. Supplies on offer include provisions, water, fuel oil, and diesel oil.
Repair capability is rated moderate and there is a large drydock.
Notes and references
- NGA Pub. 150, World Port Index, 27th ed. (2019), index no. 13900, Pub. 124, chart 23102. Port characteristics are historical reference data; verify current depths, restrictions, facilities, and services with official notices.
- NGA World Port Index database (WPI.mdb), 2019. Facilities and services data.
- Record status: WPI-classified port.