Quick Answer
UNLOCODECL ARI
CountryChile
Water BodySouth Pacific Ocean
SizeSmall
TypeOpen Roadstead
Channel Depth15.5 m
Lat-18.4667
Lng-70.3333
Classificationgateway_20260907
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About This Seaport
Terminal Puerto Arica (TPA), operating under concession from Empresa Portuaria Arica, runs what is effectively Bolivia's main ocean gateway on Chile's northern Pacific coast. Far larger in role than its 'Small' label suggests, Arica offers a transfer capacity of around 3.96 million tonnes across a dedicated container terminal with reefer plugs plus multipurpose berths for general, bulk, refrigerated and project cargo. Under the 1904 Chile–Bolivia treaty, Bolivian transit cargo moves duty-free with 365 days' free storage on imports and 60 days on exports — a decisive factor for forwarders routing to La Paz. Inland connections run via the Pan-American Highway and the metre-gauge Arica–La Paz railway, whose freight service has been progressively reactivated since a test train in 2021. The port also serves northern Chile and southern Peru. For very high container volumes, Iquique or San Antonio are stronger, but for Bolivian transit Arica is the first choice. The combination of free-port treatment, rail access and a short sea leg into the Andes is Arica's core advantage. A 4.5 billion US dollar megaport expansion currently under way aims to increase long-term capacity to up to 100 million tonnes, positioning Arica as a major Pacific trade hub linking South American markets with Asia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Rada De Arica?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Rada De Arica is CL ARI. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Rada De Arica located?▼
The port of Rada De Arica is located in Chile (South Pacific Ocean).
What is the size of the port Rada De Arica?▼
Rada De Arica is a Small harbor of type Open Roadstead.
What is the channel depth of Rada De Arica?▼
The channel depth of Rada De Arica is 15.5 meters.
Location & Weather
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-18.46667, -70.33333
Channel depth: 15.5 m
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