Barge convoys, not ocean liners, define cargo at Paraná (ARPRA): the port sits on the Paraná River as part of the Hidrovía Paraná-Paraguay, the roughly 3,400 km inland waterway that carries bulk cargo down towards the Río de la Plata and ocean ports. The city quay mainly serves river barges and smaller vessels, and limited channel depths keep deep-sea ships away. There are no established container lines or international direct calls here; seagoing grain carriers load downstream at the deep-water terminals of Rosario and San Lorenzo. Soybeans, maize and wheat from Entre Ríos province make up the bulk of throughput, moved on by road and rail across the regional hinterland. For forwarders, Paraná is therefore useful as a regional bulk and transshipment point and as a link in river logistics. Nearby alternatives for larger parcels include Diamante and the port of Santa Fe on the opposite bank.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Parana?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Parana is ARPRA. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Parana located?▼

The port of Parana is located in Argentina (Paraná River).

What is the size of the port Parana?▼

Parana is a Very Small harbor of type River (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Parana?▼

The channel depth of Parana is 3.4 meters.

Location & Weather

-31.71667, -60.53333

Channel depth: 3.4 m

Transit time routes from Parana

Buenos Aires → Shanghai Buenos Aires → Shenzhen Buenos Aires → Guangzhou Buenos Aires → Hong Kong Buenos Aires → Tokyo Buenos Aires → Busan

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