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UNLOCODEAU PTJ
CountryAustralia
Water BodyIndian Ocean
SizeSmall
TypeCoastal (Breakwater)
Channel Depth11.5 m
Lat-38.3333
Lng141.6000
Classificationbulk_20260907
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About This Seaport
Grain, woodchips, logs, livestock and aluminium ingots — not containers — make up the working cargo of Portland, one of Victoria's four major commercial ports. Exports flow from the GrainCorp grain terminal, whose ship-loading capacity is being boosted by a new mobile shiploader from 2026, alongside hardwood and softwood chip stockpiles, timber yards and the nearby Alcoa smelter. From July 2026, a new long-term agreement with AGL Energy enables the Portland Aluminium Partnership to operate at up to 95 per cent of its 358,000-tonne nameplate capacity. Imports centre on alumina, petroleum coke, fertiliser, sulphuric acid and liquid pitch feeding that smelter. The port moves roughly 3 million tonnes across about 200 vessel calls a year. Hinterland reach covers western Victoria and South Australia via road and the broad-gauge rail line. Box shipments should be routed through Melbourne, with Geelong the nearest alternative for agricultural bulk. Multipurpose berths also handle project and heavy-lift consignments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Portland?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Portland is AU PTJ. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Portland located?▼
The port of Portland is located in Australia (Indian Ocean).
What is the size of the port Portland?▼
Portland is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Breakwater).
What is the channel depth of Portland?▼
The channel depth of Portland is 11.5 meters.
Location & Weather
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-38.33333, 141.60000
Channel depth: 11.5 m
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