Logs, woodchip and veneer make up the bulk of what leaves Whangarei by sea, shipped not from the old shallow upper harbour but from Northport at Marsden Point, New Zealand's northernmost deep-water port. Commercial cargo moved there in 2007, and its 570-metre berth also handles coal, kiwifruit, cement and fertiliser, with around 271 ship calls and some 3.4 million revenue tonnes in a typical year. Marsden Point hosted the country's only oil refinery until 2022 and now works as a fuel import terminal. This is a multi-purpose bulk and breakbulk facility rather than a container gateway; New Zealand's box traffic runs through Tauranga and Auckland, which remain the practical alternatives for containerised freight. Road and the rail link to Auckland connect the Northland hinterland to the berth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Whangarei?▼

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

Where is the port of Whangarei located?▼

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

What is the size of the port Whangarei?▼

Whangarei is a Small harbor of type River (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Whangarei?▼

The channel depth of Whangarei is 7.9 meters.

Location & Weather

-35.80000, 174.43333

Channel depth: 7.9 m

Transit time routes from Whangarei

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

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