Around 250,000 TEU pass across Napier's wharves each year, making NZ NPE one of New Zealand's busier regional export ports. On the east coast of the North Island, it is the main outlet for Hawke's Bay growers, handling refrigerated apples, squash, onions and early-season produce alongside wine and breakbulk. Log exports dominate the bulk trade, with roughly 2.7 million tonnes shipped in 2025. Six berths, including a deepwater berth opened in 2022, allow larger vessels to call, though many container services run as feeder legs to larger transhipment ports. Inland cargo moves by road and the Palmerston North–Gisborne rail line into the central North Island. Shippers needing direct deep-sea container connections often route via Tauranga or Auckland instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Napier?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Napier is NZ NPE. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Napier located?▼

The port of Napier is located in New Zealand (South Pacific Ocean).

What is the size of the port Napier?▼

Napier is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Breakwater).

What is the channel depth of Napier?▼

The channel depth of Napier is 11 meters.

Location & Weather

-39.48333, 176.91667

Channel depth: 11 m

Transit time routes from Napier

Auckland → Shanghai Auckland → Shenzhen Auckland → Guangzhou Auckland → Hong Kong Auckland → Tokyo Auckland → Busan

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