Quick Answer
UNLOCODENZ PCN
CountryNew Zealand
Water BodyCook Strait; South Pacific Ocean
SizeSmall
TypeRiver (Basins)
Channel Depth12.5 m
Lat-41.2833
Lng174.0167
Classificationferry_202606
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About This Seaport
More than 1.2 million tonnes of cargo a year move across the wharves at Picton, the South Island terminus of New Zealand's Cook Strait ferry crossing. Operated by Port Marlborough alongside its sites at Havelock and Waikawa, the harbour is the only point where rail wagons cross between the two main islands: Interislander sailings to Wellington carry trucks, cars and entire freight trains, with Strait Shipping running a parallel roll-on/roll-off service. Beyond the ferries, the cargo base rests on log exports from Marlborough's forests and on aquaculture, particularly greenshell mussels. A roughly 12.5 m approach channel accommodates the large ferries and log vessels, while landside connections to State Highway 1 and the South Island rail network move freight inland toward Blenheim and Christchurch. Shippers handling containerised trade generally route it through Nelson, Lyttelton, or Wellington across the strait.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Picton?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Picton is NZ PCN. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Picton located?▼
The port of Picton is located in New Zealand (Cook Strait; South Pacific Ocean).
What is the size of the port Picton?▼
Picton is a Small harbor of type River (Basins).
What is the channel depth of Picton?▼
The channel depth of Picton is 12.5 meters.
Location & Weather
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-41.28333, 174.01667
Channel depth: 12.5 m
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