NMPA
Nauru Maritime and Port Authority
Nauru Maritime and Port Authority
Official guidelines for vessel arrival, mooring booking, cargo operations, port entry, and maritime safety at Nauru Port.
Submit ETA at least 5 days prior.
Lodge with Harbour Master & Terminal Planner.
Customs, Quarantine & Immigration checks.
Pilot boards offshore, guides vessel in.
Proceed to assigned berth/mooring.
| Vessel Type | Rules |
|---|---|
| Petroleum Tankers |
≤ 6,000 GT: continuous pusher barge required. > 6,000 GT: Mooring under Harbour Master instruction only. |
| General Cargo Vessels |
≤ 170m LOA: mooring permitted with Harbour Master approval. May be ordered to vacate due to sea/weather conditions. |
| Bulk Carriers |
≤ 8,000 GT / 10,000T: continuous pusher barge required. > 8,000 GT / 10,000T: Tug (25T bollard pull) required. Vacating may be ordered on short notice. |
For mooring bookings, vessel arrival, or port entry questions, contact the Harbour Master or Terminal Planner.
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