Quick Answer
UNLOCODEAU GOV
CountryAustralia
Water BodyArafura Sea; South Pacific Ocean
SizeVery Small
TypeOpen Roadstead
Channel Depth12.5 m
Lat-12.2000
Lng136.7000
Classificationbulk_202606
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About This Seaport
Bauxite ore is the single commodity that defines this remote harbour on the Gulf of Carpentaria, about 14 km from the town of Nhulunbuy. Mined on the Gove Peninsula since 1971, the ore moves through dedicated bulk-loading wharves onto specialised carriers bound for international buyers and for the alumina refineries at Gladstone, Queensland. This is a pure dry-bulk operation — there are no container terminals, no general-cargo berths and no scheduled liner services. A naturally deep approach (channel around 12.5 m, anchorage up to 14 m) accommodates large bulk carriers, but the hinterland is served only by road across remote Arnhem Land, with no rail link. Rio Tinto's refinery closed in 2014, leaving direct bauxite export as the port's sole function, and the last ore is expected around 2029. Shippers needing containers or customs-cleared general cargo should route via Darwin instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Gove?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Gove is AU GOV. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Gove located?▼
The port of Gove is located in Australia (Arafura Sea; South Pacific Ocean).
What is the size of the port Gove?▼
Gove is a Very Small harbor of type Open Roadstead.
What is the channel depth of Gove?▼
The channel depth of Gove is 12.5 meters.
Location & Weather
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-12.20000, 136.70000
Channel depth: 12.5 m
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