Branded PrimePort and worked in partnership with the Port of Tauranga, Timaru is South Canterbury's gateway on New Zealand's South Pacific coast. The breakwater harbour moves around 1.64 million tonnes of bulk, about 90 per cent of its cargo, with forestry products making up between 13 and 28 per cent of bulk volumes depending on the year. Its container terminal reached a record 93,891 TEU in the year to June 2021 and links by feeder service to the national hub at Tauranga. Services include reefer monitoring, container cleaning and repair and EDI-based tracking, alongside strong breakbulk and project-cargo handling. With a 7.9 m berth and 9.4 m approach depth, Timaru suits regional South Island import and export flows. For larger deep-sea volumes, Lyttelton near Christchurch and Port Chalmers are the main alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Timaru?▼

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

Where is the port of Timaru located?▼

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

What is the size of the port Timaru?▼

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

What is the channel depth of Timaru?▼

The channel depth of Timaru is 9.4 meters.

Location & Weather

-44.40000, 171.25000

Channel depth: 9.4 m

Transit time routes from Timaru

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

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